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An Uber self-driving Ford Fusion sits at a traffic light on Beechwood Boulevard and waits to turn onto Fifth Avenue.

Hodgepodge of self-driving vehicle laws raises safety concerns

A hodgepodge of standards for self-driving vehicles is raising concerns among consumer groups and safety experts.

1 week ago

A Ford Fusion outfitted with Uber’s self-driving technology was on display at Point State Park in Downtown Pittsburgh in August.

It's not easy turning over the wheel to an automated system

As part of its rollout of self-driving vehicles for its ride-sharing operation, Uber invited the media to take rides in its Ford Fusions.

1 week ago

The company is recalling 4.28 million vehicles worldwide, with 3.6 million being in the U.S.

GM recalls 4 million vehicles for air bag defect linked to 1 death

The vehicles involved in the recall are all from the 2014-2017 model years and include models from Buick, Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac.

2 weeks ago

Tesla Motors unveils the new lower-priced Model 3 sedan at the Tesla Motors design studio in Hawthorne, Calif., on March 31, 2016.

Tesla Motors can open new store on Perry Highway

The Marshall board of supervisors approved an application filed by PEBB Wexford LLC for Tesla Motors Inc. to open a store on Perry Highway.

2 months ago

A Model S Tesla in Autopilot mode. The nonfatal crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike occurred last Friday.

Tesla crash on Pennsylvania Turnpike draws attention to driving technology

In last Friday’s nonfatal crash in Bedford County, a Tesla sport utility vehicle rolled after hitting barriers on both sides of the highway.

2 months ago

Joshua Brown in a video he produced about the self-driving Tesla vehicle last year.

Policymakers race to address self-driving vehicles

In the wake of the Florida death of a Pittsburgh-area man, PennDOT weighs licensing and insurance issues created when the car drives itself.

2 months ago

Murrysville native's death in self-driving vehicle illustrates technical limitations

Carnegie Mellon University testers use more technology than Tesla, whose vehicle was involved in the first self-driving fatality.

2 months ago

Toyota adding 1.6 million vehicles to Takata air bag recall

The latest recall includes Toyota, Scion and Lexus models from the 2006-2011 model years.

4 months ago

Moon-area dealerships collect more than 3,300 items for local pantry

The West Hills Food Pantry is located on Carnot Road in Moon Township and serves more than 600 people each week.

9 months ago

Subaru Forester adds new safety and security features for 2016

The 2016 Forester 2.5i model is available in base, Premium, Limited and top-line Touring trims

9 months ago

PG Wheels Mazda CX-3

The good news for those in the market for a smaller crossover starts with the powertrain of the CX-3

9 months ago

The first-ever 2017 Cadillac XT5 luxury crossover is the cornerstone of a new series of crossovers in the brandâs ongoing expansion. The first-ever XT5 premieres in November 2015 at the Dubai and Los Angeles auto shows and begins production in the U.S. and China in spring 2016.

PG Wheels Cadillac XT5

Future Cadillac crossovers will now wear the “XT” designation, a key aspect of the brand’s product-driven global growth plan.

9 months ago

Technician Edward Bonilla holds a recalled Takata airbag inflator after he removed it from a Honda Pilot in June at the AutoNation Honda dealership service department in Miami.

Japanese company fined $70 million over exploding air bags

So far, about 23.4 million driver and passenger air bag inflators have been recalled on 19.2 million U.S. vehicles sold by 12 automakers.

10 months ago

Survey says: White most popular color for cars ... again.

The survey says 35 percent of all vehicles built in 2015 were white and consumers selected more white vehicles than any other shade.

12 months ago

Toyota looks to change the way people think about hybrids with the new 2016 Prius

The Prius has been a success for Toyota, selling more than five million units worldwide.

1 year ago

FLAT ROCK, MI., August 20, 2015--Bill Ford, executive chairman (driving) and Jimmy Settles, UAW vice president and director, National Ford Department,.drives the first all-new Ford Shelby(r) GT350R today at Ford's Flat Rock Assembly Plant. The new GT350R Mustang is the most athletic Mustang ever, designed to tackle the world's most challenging roads and race tracks while creating an exhilarating experience for the driver. Photo by: Sam VarnHagen

Shelby GT350 rolls off the assembly line in Flat Rock

It was an event long-awaited by auto aficionados, racing fans and Ford dealers and collectors from across the country.

1 year ago

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Cancer Researcher Awarded $250,000 Hyundai Grant

The award - $250,000 – was presented to Dr. Graves during a handprint ceremony with pediatric cancer patients at the hospital on September

1 year ago

Braddock police chief Frank DeBartolo, left, greets #1 Cochran owner Rob Cochran on Thursday as Braddock Mayor John Fetterman looks on at Braddock’s Battlefield History Center, the site of the first #1 Cochran dealership. A $50,000 donation was made by #1 Cochran to Braddock and North Braddock, with each community receiving $25,000.

Cochran car family makes donation to Braddock, North Braddock

Fifty years ago, the late Bob Cochran opened a small dealership called Cochran Pontiac in North Braddock on what is now the site of

1 year ago

Porsche chief Mueller to become new VW CEO

The 62-year-old Porsche chief would take charge as Volkswagen seeks to regain the trust of consumers and regulators.

1 year ago

Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn addresses the shareholders during the annual shareholder meeting in Hannover, Germany, in May.

Volkswagen CEO quits amid scandal

Martin Winterkorn says company “needs a fresh start” while auto industry grapples with ramifications of falsifed emissions tests.

1 year ago

Volkswagen has stopped selling 2015 diesel-engine models of the Golf, Passat, Jetta, Beetle and Audi A3 and is expected to recall about 500,000 U.S. vehicles, dating to the 2009 model year.

Volkswagen owners worried about massive recall, resale value

The automaker admitted Monday that for seven years it had rigged its diesel-powered models to pass emissions tests.

1 year ago

Volkswagen says 11 million vehicles worldwide affected by emissions scandal

The company said it would set aside $7.2 billion to cover the cost of recalls and “other efforts to win back the trust of our customers.”

1 year ago

Mick’s North Hills Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge & Ram wins Nationally Acclaimed TELLY AWARD

“The Telly Awards has a mission to honor the very best in film and video,” said Linda Day, Executive Director of the Telly Awards.

1 year ago

The Chevrolet FNR is an autonomous electric vehicle that is actually more futuristic than the Johhny Cabs in the original “Total Recall.”

Science Fiction is becoming reality thanks to innovative automakers

In self-driving mode, the vehicle's front seats can swivel 180 degrees to face the rear seats, creating a more intimate setting.

1 year ago

GM to pay $900M fine for fatal ignition defect

The settlement is part of a deferred-prosecution agreement under which the U.S. will monitor the automaker, prosecutors say.

1 year ago

Fiat’s new small crossover is the “X” factor in brand’s return

Any time you bring a new brand into a market, or return one to a market after a long hiatus, there is a learning curve.

1 year ago

The Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan is expected to be in Pittsburgh sometime next year.

Alfa Romeo’s brand resurgence is on track with sporty new Giulia sedan

Alfa Romeo was re-entering North America with just one vehicle, the 4C Coupe, and there were very tight allocations on that one model.

1 year ago

2016 Buick Encore in White Pearl Tricoat

2016 Buick Encore Sport Touring edition adds to already successful crossover’s appeal

Usually, when an automaker comes out with a new edition, the changes are purely cosmetic.

1 year ago

Debbie Numrich Campbell wins Nationally Acclaimed TELLY AWARD

The Telly Awards has named Debbie Numrich Campbell & the DAY Automotive Group as a Bronze winner in 36th Annual Telly Awards Competition.

1 year ago

Selecting the right repair shop

Always remember that your vehicle is one of the most important investments you will ever make.

1 year ago

Road trip safety keeps everyone safe and happy

Here are some basic travel tips that will keep you safe on your next road trip courtesy of the Ford Motor Company:

1 year ago

Mercedes revives a luxury brand with its new Maybach S600

The Mercedes-Maybach S600 is powered by a magnificent V12 bi-turbo engine that puts out 523 horsepower.

1 year ago

Honda’s redesigned 2016 Pilot set to land in Pittsburgh area showrooms

“Since its arrival, the new HR-V has been a huge hit at our dealership. We’re expecting to get the same response to the new Pilot.”

1 year ago

Created by driving enthusiasts for driving enthusiasts, the dramatically styled 2016 Nissan Maxima looks like nothing else on the road today - and drives like nothing in the segment. The all-new Nissan flagship not only resets Maxima's iconic "4-Door Sports Car" positioning, it sets a new standard for style, performance and technology in the large sedan segment.

New Maxima resets Nissan’s four-door sports car image

The all-new Maxima is a virtual clone of the stunning Nissan Sport Sedan Concept that made its rounds at auto shows across the nation.

1 year ago

2015 K900 helps Kia celebrate its 20th anniversary

The K900 luxury sedan is the perfect example of just how far an automotive brand can come in just two decades.

1 year ago

Ford today revealed the all-new Focus RS, a high-performance road car that debuts Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control, which contributes to performance never before seen in a Focus RS. The all-new Focus RS is equipped with a new 2.3-liter EcoBoostÂ® engine producing well in excess of 315 horsepower.

New Ford Focus RS debuts new, performance-based, all-wheel drive system

“It’s a great example of our passion for innovation through performance, and creating vehicles that make people’s hearts pound.”

1 year ago

Dodge 'shakes it up' with new Challengers models featuring a legendary hood scoop

The good new is that the legendary Shaker hood scoops are back and available for order on new 2015 Challengers.

1 year ago

People attending the 25th Annual Meeting & Expo of Intelligent Transportation Systems browse the vendors on the exhibition floor Monday at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown.

Ex-Pittsburgher leading push for Google's self-driving car

A Google project leader tells the Intelligent Transportation Society of America’s convention in Pittsburgh such vehicles are not far away.

1 year ago

With a sleek silhouette and a new centered chrome grille, the Continental Concept signals the arrival of a new face for Lincoln.

The Continental nameplate makes a triumphant return to Lincoln

The Lincoln Motor Company has taken the next big step forward in its modern evolution with the introduction of the new Lincoln Continental.

1 year ago

2015 K900 helps Kia celebrate its 20th anniversary

The K900 luxury sedan is the perfect example of just how far an automotive brand can come in just two decades.

1 year ago

10th Generation Honda Civic is more sporty than civil

This latest iteration clearly is focused on spirited performance and versatility.

1 year ago

From footballs to tires, inflation's important

Tires must be cold when inspected for tire pressure (at least four hours after the vehicle has been driven).

1 year ago

Tips for buying your first ATV

First-time buyers account for more than a quarter of all-terrain vehicle sales each year.

1 year ago

Honda’s third generation Pilot set to fly into Pittsburgh

When the all-new, 3rd generation Pilot goes on sale at Pgh area showrooms this summer, it should take the 3 row SUV category by storm.

1 year ago

Bobby Rahal Jaguar Honored with Top Award

Pride of Jaguar winners are dealers who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence and the Jaguar brand.

1 year ago

Clean vehicles often, probe of rusty brake pipes finds

Investigators checked vehicles in Pennsylvania, surveyed owners in Ohio, and did random checks in other salt-belt states.

1 year ago

The All-new Shelby GT350 Mustang in Oxford White with a Sonic Blue stripe.

Ford gives historic Shelby GT350 nameplate deal-changing updates

If you’re a fan of high performance vehicles, you’ll like the newest offering from the folks at Ford.

1 year ago

Honda charts new territory with reengineered, redesigned 2016 Pilot

It’s hard to make a good thing even better, but that’s exactly what Honda did when it rolled out its brand new Honda Pilot.

1 year ago

When the dust settles, the all-new 2016 #Tacoma stands alone.

Toyota’s 2016 Tacoma builds on mid-sized pickup truck’s legacy

With more than 50 years of history under its belt, changing a vehicle like the Toyota Tacoma always makes some folks nervous.

1 year ago

Local Chevrolet dealer steps up to bat through successful youth baseball program

Chevy Youth Baseball is a grassroots initiative that establishes a positive relationship between local dealers & the communities they serve.

1 year ago

Lincoln Navigator charts a course for safety on the road in town and out

Size, comfort and modern technology are the essence of the newest Lincoln Navigator and it’s proving to be a winning combination.

1 year ago

Around 50,000 people attended this year’s Pittsburgh International Auto Show which featured an exotic/supercar exhibit. "

Pittsburgh voted ninth-best car town by Movoto Real Estate blog

Earlier this year, Pittsburgh was named the ninth-best city for car lovers by the Movoto Real Estate blog.

1 year ago

The Lincoln Motor Company unveiled the MKX Concept at Auto China in Beijing. The MKX Concept hints at a global sport utility vehicle that will become the third of four all-new Lincoln vehicles due by 2016.

With the new MKX, Lincoln’s got the answer if you like it quiet or loud

The new audio system in the MKX offers uncompromising acoustics and intuitive technologies.

1 year ago

A contemporized version of the popular compact SUV. Updates include new styling with premium accents, new wheel designs and new available safety features, as well as a larger color touchscreen radio and a standard rear-vision camera for entry-level models.

Chevrolet’s popular Equinox gets a major mid-cycle refresh for 2016

Equinox was the first in its segment to offer 4G LTE. It provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected.

1 year ago

2015 Camaro Z/28 carries on the legendary Z/28 tradition of lightweight, nimble and incredibly powerful performance that makes it equally at home on the street or the track. It features a hand-assembled LS7 427 cid engine that delivers 505 horsepower and 481 lb.-ft. of toque, mated to a TREMEC TR6060 6-speed manual gearbox. Z/28 also benefits from a wide array of other features designed to improve track performance, including highly efficient cooling systems, a fully integrated aerodynamic package, and race-proven spool-valve dampers. (Richard Prince/Chevrolet Photo)

2015 Z/28 is the most track-ready Camaro ever

“It takes the Z/28 back to its racing roots and adds to the strong lineup of Chevrolet performance cars.”

1 year ago

The Cadillac ATS-V sedan arrives track-capable from the factory next spring, powered by the first-ever twin-turbocharged engine in a V-Series. Rated at an estimated 455 horsepower (339 kW) and 445 lb-ft of torque (603 Nm), the 3.6L V-6 is the segmentâs highest-output six-cylinder and enables 0-60 performance of less than 4 seconds and a top speed of more than 185 mph.

Local dealers begin taking orders for the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V

More than just a desirable road car, the ATS-V is also Cadillac’s latest entrant into the world of motorsports.

1 year ago

The Chevrolet Bolt EV concept vehicle (left) makes its global debut Monday, January 12, 2015 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. The Bolt EV concept is Chevrolet's vision for an affordable, long-range, all-electric vehicle designed to offer more than 200 miles of range - starting around $30,000. The 2016 Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range was also unveiled. (Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for Chevrolet)

Chevrolet Increases Its Commitment to Electric Vehicles

The new Bolt EV concept shows Chevy’s vision for an affordable, long-range all-electric vehicle that’s also affordable.

1 year ago

The 2016 Nissan TITAN XD, which made its world debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, is set to shake up the highly competitive full-size pickup segment when it goes on sale in the United States and Canada beginning in late 2015 - with a bold all-new design that stakes out a unique position in the segment between traditional heavy-duty and light-duty entries.

Nissan commits to full-sized pickups with new TITAN XD

Pittsburgh area Nissan dealers are already anxiously awaiting the arrival of the new TITAN XD, which should be later this year.

1 year ago

Tips for maintaining your diesel vehicle during the winter months

According to biodiesel.org, 44 new clean diesel car, truck and SUV models were available in the 2014 model year.

1 year ago

The perfect car tips for any trip

Across the country people are planning to take longer road trips this year.

1 year ago

Kia Sorento offers more upscale ride, expanded features

The new, larger Sorento is clearly pulling a little further away from its entry-level sibling the Sportage.

1 year ago

Hyundai’s Santa Cruz is aimed toward Pittsburgh’s “Urban Adventurers”

If you’re old enough to remember the old Chevrolet El Camino or were a fan of the more recent Chevrolet SSR, you’ll like this new buggy.

1 year ago

Michael Horn, CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, stands with the 2015 Golf and the Golf GTA, winner of the North American Car of the Year Award.

Volkswagen and Ford come up big in North Amercian Car/Truck of the Year Awards

They are considered the two highest automotive awards in the nation, chosen by a jury made up of 57 auto journalists from around the globe.

1 year ago

The 650-hp, 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is one of the most capable vehicles on the market, capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in only 2.95 seconds, achieving 1.2 g in cornering acceleration, and braking from 60-0 mph in just 99.6 feet.

American-made Corvette Z06 stands up to the best supercars on the planet

Under the hood, the new LT4 6.2-liter engine puts out 650 horses, making the Z06 one of the most powerful production cars in the U.S.

1 year ago

Photo: Lee and Susan Baierl and Greg Barrett President and Chief Development Officer Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation

: Baierl Automotive donates $20,000 to Children’s Hospital Free Care Fund

The Free Care Fund at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC helps to ensure that all children receive the medical care that they need

1 year ago

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Show drives into town with more “bling” than ever before

There are a host of new attractions this year, including a new display of exotic cars that includes Ferraris, Lamborghinis & Maseratis.

1 year ago

Tame the snow this year with a set of winter tires.

Top 10 Winter Tires

This list was compiled from tests by Automobile Protection Association, based on a 195/65R15 size driven on various compact-sized cars.

1 year ago

The all-new Lincoln MKX, debuting today at the North American International Auto Show, is designed to attract a wide range of customers in the United States and beyond by offering more technology, engine choices and personalization options.

New 2016 MKX offers new engine choices, technologies

At the North American International Auto Show, Lincoln showed off its new Lincoln MKX, expected to hit Pittsburgh area showrooms this fall.

1 year ago

How a tape measure and scale can save your child's life

Booster seats protect children who are too big for a car seat but too small for a seat belt.

1 year ago

The all-new, carbon-fiber, mid-engined Ford GT supercar, expected to go into production in 2016, will redefine innovation in aerodynamics, EcoBoost and light-weighting.

Ford showcases carbon fiber supercar

The GT is one of more than 12 new Ford Performance vehicles coming by 2020.

1 year ago

The 2016 Cascada features a top that can be put down on the fly at 31 miles per hour.

Buick rolls out its first convertible in 25 years and a new flagship sedan concept

It’s been a long time since Buick customers could feel the wind in their hair in new vehicle. But they shouldn't have to wait much longer.

1 year ago

Subaru Performance Icons Have an Almost Cult-Like Following

Completely redesigned for 2015, the WRX and the WRX STI have been garnering more than their fair share of awards and favorable reviews.

1 year ago

The Mini Hardtop 4 Door is the first four-door Mini to be built on the shared front wheel drive global architecture with BMW Group.

Mini spreads its wings with new Hardtop 4 Door

Mini is not your typical car brand—especially when it comes to rolling out new models.

1 year ago

#1 Cochran tech with highest billable hours celebrates 27 years at company

Ed Wasil, of Mt. Pleasant, is celebrating 27 years with #1 Cochran.

1 year ago

Winter driving habits improving in some areas

Drivers have become more educated with this dilemma and are looking to improve.

1 year ago

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