In a time when everyone wants everything done for them, the unseemingly demand from do it yourselfers is somewhat surprising and yet ever growing. Customers want to feel empowered, thrifty, and capable; all things that actualize when you conquer a project on your own. Do it yourself resources have been around a long time, hardware stores, sewing patterns, and boxed hair dye all embody the idea of "I can do it myself." Auto parts stores are another familiar part of the DIY family, but O'garage is no ordinary auto part retailer. O'garage is disrupting the auto repair market by providing the space and resources needed so that car owners can take care of their problems in their own way, on their own time, for their own price.

O'garage is a unique option for people in France who possess the know how, and the drive to fix their own cars. The idea behind O'garage is simple, convenient, and frustration free. Basically, O'garage provides the facilities, tools, education, and parts needed to get the job done. They even offer showers and sandwiches if your project was especially messy or, uh, hunger inducing. O'garage is perfect for people who want a better place than the side of the road or the expensive dealership to fix their car. The idea was originally intended for city dwellers who are most commonly found without a garage or some other ample place to perform vehicular surgery. And while O'garage caught on quickly with urbanites, suburbanites were also attracted to this one stop care repair concept. It seems that having all of the resources and facilities at your fingertips is way better than driving home eager to fix your ride only to discover that you got the wrong part. The convenience of this holistic repair center gets even better once you realize that it's affordable too. You can rent your own space by the hour, or even half hour, for about $12.

And while O'garage can only be found in France, we're hoping to see this idea pop up a little closer to home. Their DIY model has proven successful, and shown that people don't mind getting their hands dirty if it means getting a good deal. Way to disrupt the notion that we're getting lazier and more reliant on professional enterprises that do everything for us.