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The self-driving car may be the future of locomotion -- but is it safe?

Would you give up control? Per AAA survey, 75% would be afraid to ride in self-driving car. https://t.co/MkyNwzrYBJ pic.twitter.com/DPar0OE2Qn

— Marshall Doney (@AAACEODoney) March 7, 2016

The world's biggest automakers are all working on autonomous cars to some degree or another, but the vast majority of American drivers don't feel that they are safe.

"With the rapid advancement towards autonomous vehicles, American drivers may be hesitant to give up full control," said John Nielsen, AAA’s managing director of

Every year, Consumer Reports surveys subscribers about their experiences with their cars. The idea is to learn not only what vehicles drive well, and offer great features, but which are most reliable.

In their 2015 survey, two of our luxury brands came out right near the top. Any guesses on which they were?

Lexus ranked number one in reliability for the second year in a row (with the more pragmatic Toyota brand right behind it at number two).

This year, Audi moved up to number three in overall reliability.

At Autobahn USA, we specialize in pre-owned German engineered cars, and…

There are a few things you can do in a manual transmission vehicle that we can all agree will destroy your transmission. Not using the clutch when you change gears. Stomping on the throttle without shifting.

Actually, wait -- do those things! Did we mention Autobahn USA has a wonderful service center specializing in foreign car repair at competitive prices?

Just kidding. We'd much rather see you for regular maintenance to keep your pre-owned luxury vehicle running in peak condition, than to repair unintended damage.

Ok Audi, we need to talk.

You're a luxury German-engineered brand. That's what Autobahn USA is all about. We love you.

But these commercials.

How do you expect us to drive if we're bawling like babies? First you made a commercial where, for a full agonizing minute, it looks like a lonely grandfather will be spending the holidays abandoned in his dark, snowed-in house. When his family arrived thanks to Audi Quattro, we were a puddle.

Now you do this?!

1) Another depressed old man. Why are you doing this to our feelings, Audi?

2) Reminding us…

Your pre-owned luxury car's appearance matters to you. Unfortunately, as soon as the snow starts falling Boston area roads turn into a salty, slushy mess.

Not only does the exterior of your vehicle suffer, but your floor mats get covered with chalky white salt marks.

The good news is, those stubborn salt stains are easy to remove at home, with a few professional detailing tips:

First, find some regular old white vinegar (there is probably some in your cupboard right now). Add the vinegar to a spray bottle with an equal amount of hot water.

When you're driving anywhere with your child, you want to make sure they are as safe as possible. Did you know that they are 75% less likely to be killed or injured in a crash when secured in a rear-facing seat?

According to trauma surgeon Dr. Michael Nance, infant's heads are the heaviest part of their body. Combined with a weak neck, they are unable to withstand the shock of a crash that throws their head forward.

A rear-facing seat support's head, neck, and spine, preventing serious injury.

Based on recent studies, the American Academy of Pediatrics…

'Tis the season for a lot of driving, and a lot of spending!

The holiday season doesn't have to break the bank, however. Use these four tips to maximize your mpg and give yourself the gift of savings.

It's a good idea to start off with a base of an engine performing optimally. Get an oil change and other maintenance taken care of to see an immediate difference in gas mileage.

With your engine operating at peak efficiency, it is then all about making your car easier for that engine to move.

Lighten the load-- every 100 pounds…

Winter is gearing up to hit our Westborough, MA dealership. When the snow hits the roads, will you be prepared?

Eric the Car Guy lays down some advice based on his years working as a mechanic.

First, check your tires. Your tread must be at least 2/32 inch deep, but ideally should be deeper than that. The type of tires you ride on is important, too. Snow tires, or all-season tires are a minimum, but studded snow tires offer the best grip.

You can run studded tires in the Boston area from November through April.

Protect your vehicle from…

When you were a kid, did you think your toys were real? They had personalities of their own, and then you played with them, they came to life.

Audi is taking that dream, and making it real in their new short film.

The title of this short is "Reality? Check." It seems appropriate given the reality-bending nature of the film.

To be clear, none of this was shot on a miniature set, and it wasn't computer generated imaging. The director used a filming technique called "tilt shift."

Now, we're not film majors, we don't know exactly how…

When you went to Mission Impossible 5: Rogue Nation this summer, were you not mesmerized by the special effects? The driving scenes were edge-of-your-seat stuff-- and there were plenty of them. Usually in speedy BMWs.

What made those scenes so great was that there were no special effects.

Tom Cruise was actually driving at break-neck speeds, sliding a BMW around the narrow corridors of Casa Blanca.

In a world where CGI is taking over everything, some film makers have to stand up and say, "We're going to do this for real." It makes the movie more immersive, more breathtaking…