At Harley's Auto Park, workmen on ladders last week were fixing a roof that owner Harley Barnes said is leaking after being damaged by snow.

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Cars that can do smaller functions, such as control a car in traffic jams, keep you inside lane markings or auto-park, are already on the road or about to come to market courtesy of Toyota, Mercedes, BMW and others.

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In Patchogue, officials were investigating a collapse at a vacant auto parts store, and Deer Park High School sent students home after a leaky roof.

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Auto makers like Audi and Lexus also showcased how technology not only will park your car for you but will assist in safe driving as well.

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Features included a heads-up display with night vision, a DNA-based entry and ignition system, body panels that changed color on the driver's command and an "auto valet" feature that let the car drop off its owner then park itself for recharging.

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