Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at 2:57am
The Subaru Outback wagon used to represent a clear alternative to a crossover, with the redesign adding that all-too-familiar utility bulk to accommodate an interior space gain. Still attractive and reminiscent of that familiar shape of the past, the Outback is excellent on the safety, cargo and light off-road adventure front with strong residual valve. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 2:57am
Subarus are pretty amazing cars. As the owner of a beater ’86 GL wagon, I’m biased, but now I have solid proof that they kick ass. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 2:56am
In a seemingly endless effort to differentiate the environments in which new cars are experienced by journalists, automakers go from the Costa del Sol to the untamed backroads of rural India to show off their latest offerings Read More →
Posted Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 2:56am
But looked at another way, the new XV Crosstrek is the feisty little Japanese carmaker doing what it does best: taking advantage of its all-wheel drive and U.S. drivers’ desire for upright, crossover vehicles to create a new entry in a growing category. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 2:55am
Drive enough cars on enough racetracks and you become somewhat immune to speed-induced terror. Most of us here are completely comfortable hustling the latest models around circuits near and far, so it’s no longer a thrill to strap into the passenger seat and have a pro driver show us what a really fast lap looks like. Read More →
Posted Monday, June 4, 2012 at 2:54am
Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. in Lafayette was recognized Monday for its heightened commitment to energy conservation that could help the car manufacturing plant save costs and reduce emissions. Read More →
Posted Monday, June 4, 2012 at 2:54am
It’s likely you’ve seen the term “PZEV” on a vehicle recently. You might have even assumed it was some kind of hybrid or green vehicle. If you guessed the latter, you’d be close. Read More →
Posted Monday, June 4, 2012 at 2:53am
We chose power, comfort and utility over fuel economy. The 2012 Subaru Outback 3.6R Premium wagon offered lots of the former three. But there wasn’t much to cheer about in the mileage arena — 25 miles per gallon in combined city and highway travel. Read More →
Posted Friday, June 1, 2012 at 2:53am
Subaru of America, Inc. today reported record sales for May 2012 of 29,724 vehicles, a 48 percent gain over May 2011. The company also reported year-to-date sales of 136,602, a 22 percent gain over prior year. Read More →
Posted Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 2:52am
“Keep it simple” is a siren song for driving enthusiasts and weekend racers who love a certain kind of sports car. And if you hear that as meaning lightweight, rear-wheel-drive, relatively inexpensive, inherently well-balanced, and not overwhelmed by electronic controls—and excluding muscle cars—it’s been a song sung surprisingly little in recent years. Read More →
