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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit organization that evaluates the crashworthiness of a vehicle through a series of tests. All of these exams are designed to assess the vehicle’s ability to maintain its structure in an accident as well as to shield the driver and passengers from serious injury.

There are a total of six tests that the IIHS uses to determine the safety of a vehicle. Included in these evaluations are a series of assessments that examine the vehicle’s roof strength as well as head restraint and seat duration in an accident.

 

Winter is now here and because of the slippery conditions many cars will slide out of control, causing some major accidents. There are several things that you could do to prevent sliding on the road. The team here at Baierl Subaru wants to be informed about some of the risks of winter driving and how to correct any issues that may arise.

The first thing you want to avoid is using your brakes. People have a natural inclination to do because this is what their brain wants them to do. Naturally, you essentially want to put a 'stop to the…

Understanding some of the basic functions of your vehicle can help you to differentiate between common issues and expensive problems. It can also give you a greater appreciation for how your car works.

Probably every driver has experienced a set of bright headlights shining into their rearview mirror on a dark night. Even if the vehicle behind passes, it can leave the driver temporarily blind from the glare. Auto-dimming mirrors can sense a bright light using a small...

Driving in the wintertime requires a bit more preparation than driving in fairer weather. We at Baierl Subaru want you to be informed about how to safely travel during the winter. While many people know the basics, like not driving when you feel fatigued, remembering to pack an emergency kit is not as commonly known.

Our team is happy to share our recommendations with you on items to include in your emergency kit. There are many auto specific items you should carry with you when venturing out in winter weather.  

If you travel frequently during the winter, you will find it useful to know how you can get the best gas mileage. The following are just a couple of tips that can ultimately save you quite a bit of money in the long run.

When you are driving, it is important to observe and follow the speed limit. Each 5 mph you drive over 50 mph can ultimately lower gas by 7%. By following this tip, you can save between $0.17-$0.33/gallon. 

There's always been a lot to love about the Subaru Impreza. Whether as a sedan or hatchback, it proves to be a spacious, efficient and stylish ride for drivers all throughout Pittsburgh. For the 2019 model year, this car keeps its beloved engineering but brings it into the most modern of days.

 

With a life that's constantly evolving, it only makes sense that you'd invest in a sports car that's as avant-garde as you. With the 2019 Subaru BRZ, which is set to hit Baierl Subaru this fall, you can rev up with confidence through North Park and far beyond.

Once again, Subaru has made the team at Baierl Subaru proud to support the brand. With October rolling in, we wanted to shed light on what the make is doing to support those who can't speak for themselves.

Subaru just keeps on innovating, don't they? With DriverFocus^® technology, which you can elect as an option in the 2019 Subaru Forester, you'll have an assistant keeping you alert through Strip District and Wexford alike.

 

There's something that most can agree on: having more options to choose from makes for a happier market. With plentiful configurations along with immense standard conveniences, the 2019 Subaru Forester is sure to please its Pittsburgh admirers.