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Posted Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 10:41pm

Here’s Our Best Look Yet at the 2022 Subaru WRX

The Subaru WRX is a performance-car icon, an all-wheel-drive sedan born from rallying and approaching its 30th (!) year in production. An all-new sixth-generation WRX is on its way, and we won’t have to wait long for it. Subaru announced today that the 2022 WRX will make its debut at the New York International Auto Show on August 19, and released a teaser video that gives us our best look yet at the new rally… Read More →

Posted Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 10:36pm

Japanese Drifting Legend Shows How To Drive The Toyota GR 86 And Subaru BRZ

We breathed a sigh of relief when the Toyota 86 (now badged as the GR 86) and Subaru BRZ were revived for a new generation after rumors that both sports cars were being canned. Affordable rear-wheel drive sports cars are a rare breed these days, and the new Toyota GR 86 and Subaru BRZ improve on their predecessors in every way. Sure, there are more powerful sports cars, but the GR 86 and are BRZ… Read More →

Posted Friday, July 23, 2021 at 10:35pm

The New 2022 Subaru BRZ Is Cheaper Than the Old One*

Subaru has just released pricing information on the latest 2022 Subaru BRZ, a car that improves on its predecessor in a number of ways. For one, there’s more engine—and more power. The 2.4-liter H-4 now pumps out 228 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, jumps of 23 hp and 28 lb-ft over the previous car’s 2.0-liter engine output. More important than the raw numbers, the new car’s torque delivery is improved, with peak torque at… Read More →

Posted Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 10:33pm

What’s the Best 2021 Subaru Forester Trim? Here’s Our Guide

The previous two generations of Forester were each named MotorTrend SUV of the Year, so the practical Subaru SUV’s greatness precedes it. Although it’s not our top-rated compact SUV, the Forester is a top pick in its segment thanks to its spacious cabin, smooth ride, and strong value ratings. For the 2021 model year, the Forester sweetens the pot by adding a few more standard features to the mix. If you’re in the market for… Read More →

Posted Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 10:29pm

2022 Subaru BRZ Starts Just Under $29,000

The new 2022 Subaru BRZ, which retains its rear-wheel-drive layout and boxer-four engine but features more horsepower and a nicer interior, will cost $28,955 to start. That starting price is actually cheaper than the 2020 model, which was only available starting with the Limited trim level that cost $29,745. Read More →

Posted Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 9:12pm

Tokyo provides more details about JGDSF’s new UH-2 helicopter

The Japan Ministry of Defense’s (MoD’s) Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) has provided more details about the configuration of the new Subaru UH-2 twin-engined, multirole helicopter that is entering service with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF). In a video released on 1 July via ATLA’s official YouTube channel, the agency said that the new rotorcraft, which is based on the jointly developed Subaru Bell 412EPX commercial helicopter, features a Pratt & Whitney PT6T-9… Read More →

Posted Monday, July 19, 2021 at 9:09pm

Röhrl Through the Pages of These Rally Racing Books

This is a great choice for any Subaru fan. Rather than being a workshop manual like the title suggests, it’s more of a historical look into Subaru’s rallying days—and is still very fascinating. Names like Colin McRae and 22B jump off the pages, as you flip through Subaru’s glory days in the dirt. Read More →

Posted Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at 10:22pm

2022 Subaru WRX and STI: Everything We Think We Know

Subaru showed off the first public image of the upcoming WRX just a few weeks ago. The photo, as seen above, did little to give fans an idea of what they can expect from the rally-bred icon’s newest generation. Thankfully, this doesn’t mean that we don’t have any clues as to what is planned for the 2022 Subaru WRX or the STI that will follow. Here is everything we think we know so far about… Read More →

Posted Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 10:20pm

Video: The ten fastest Timed Shootout runs

The Timed Shootout hung in the balance this year as the skies above Goodwood threatened cars and drivers that were traction-limited in anything other than perfect conditions. Needless to say, who would eventually come out on top was anyone’s guess as the runs unfolded. With Justin Law and the Jaguar XJR-12D out, the main fight came down to these five: Jake Hill in the 1,000PS (735kW) Group A Skyline, Harry King in the razor-sharp freshly… Read More →

Posted Monday, July 12, 2021 at 11:05pm

Video: FOS 2021 Saturday highlights

It was a slippery Saturday here at the 2021 Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard, as drivers took on a drizzle-glazed Hillclimb. The results were a mixed bag of cautious, spectacular and downright scary. Ride on board with Travis Pastrana in his mad 800PS (588kW) Subaru as he discovers a touch too late just how slippery it is up there. This has got to be one of our favourite Festival highlights reels ever. Read More →