Subaru is Dog Tested, Dog Approved for Puppy Bowl

And there is my furry friend in a Forester!

Subaru chooses Puppy Bowl over Super Bowl!

Many automakers and companies alike will be spending millions on ads this weekend for Super Bowl - but not Subaru. Subaru is instead gearing their ads towards - huge surprise here - the Puppy Bowl audience! They will be airing the following four "Dog Tested, Dog Approved" commercials to advertise to their loyal, dog-loving fans. Watch below! And be sure to check out our Dog Tested, Dog Approved page to see more of these hilarious videos!









All info & videos via Autoblog

Subaru Announces New Starlink Infotainment System

At the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Subaru showcased their new Starlink Infotainment System. Not too many details were divulged at the event, but we do know that Starlink will likely be usable by both touch-screen and voice activation. Starlink will premiere on the 2014 Subaru Forester and will filter through to the other models later on in 2013, available with the navigation-equipped models. Two features we do know will be included are Harman International's Aha online services, which gives access to many online services, including CBS Radio, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as Subaru's all-new EyeSight safety system.

Stay tuned for more info! We'll announce it as we hear it. In the meantime, be sure to take a look at our new Subaru inventory here.


All info and image via Motor Authority.

Video: Driving the New 2013 Subaru Outback

AutoGuide posted this video review of the 2013 Subaru Outback; we thought it'd be good for you to be able to see the new Outback in action, so here it is! Some highlights on the Outback from AutoGuide are,

1. With AWD standard, the two engine options are 2.5-liter BOXER 4-cylinder with 173 hp, or a 3.6-liter six-cylinder with 256 hp.
2. Fuel economy for the 4-cyl with a CVT transmission rises to 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway, giving it 26 mpg combined.
3. The new Outback is equipped with Subaru's new EyeSight safety system, which has adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning and an auto-brake features (they show how it works in the video - really cool!).
4. The 2013 Outback starts at $23,495.

Check out the video below and be sure to take a look at our 2013 Subaru Outback inventory here!




All info, image and video via AutoGuide

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Review & CVT 101

I recently found a new review on Auto 123 of the XV Crosstrek's Sport Package and thought it'd be a good read for those interested in the all-new Subaru model. Before I go into more detail, the long and short of it is that the reviewer loved the car, save for the continuously variable transmission (CVT).

As some of you may know, this reaction to CVTs is not uncommon; when you first drive one after having never driven one before it can feel like the vehicle is a bit off. It's kind of the feeling you get when you drive a friend's car who has really touchy breaks - it takes a little getting used to. So if you're looking for a car for the feel of its acceleration alone, maybe a CVT isn't the one! But most (all) people looking at Subarus aren't looking for just acceleration, so let's talk about the advantages of a CVT:

CVT is more or less its name; it gives the vehicle the ability to seamlessly switch between gears while driving. For more info on how it works, see Edmund's explanation here. The reason it's getting so popular now is because a CVT works to keep the vehicle's engine is its optimum power range, therefore increasing efficiency as well as gas mileage. It can give a car a gain of 1-2 mpg depending on how you drive.

Now back to the review! The reviewer said that the XV Crosstrek had a "friendly cabin", meaning it was extremely functional and had an easy to operate system. It has lots of space and a large trunk, as well as great outward visibility due to its low shoulder line.

The reviewer's favorite parts is the Symmetrical AWD, "Subaru’s and the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek’s transparent and highly efficient Symmetrical AWD is without a doubt any driver’s biggest ally in wintery months, along with a good set of winter tires. Traction and drivetrain reactions are immediate. To try it is to adopt it."

If you'd like to see the detailed review, please do so here! And be sure to take a look at our 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek inventory here.

Image of XV and review via Auto 123, information regarding CVT via Edmunds & image of CVT via subiesport.com

Subaru to Show Three Concepts at the Tokyo Auto Show

Subaru will be showing three new concepts at this month's Tokyo auto show. All three vehicles are preexisting in their line up but will have additional features; the three being shown are the Subaru Forester, the all-new BRZ and the newest addition to the Subaru family, the XV Crosstrek.

The Forester will be the fourth-generation edition (the 2014), but with an added STI package. It'll also be equipped with a special front grille, front under spoiler, side skirts, a rear diffuser, a flexible tower bar and sport muffler. It will have red leather seats, Bilstein suspension, a Brembo brake system and 20-inch alloy wheels.

The BRZ, being shown as a Premium Sport Package Concept will also sport an STI kit and sport muffler, 19-inch alloy wheels and a tan leather interior. Also included is a carbon roof with black door mirror housings, and fender and antenna garnishes.

Lastly the Subaru XV Crosstrek Sport Concept will have a new front bumper, side skirts and a fender arch protector. Also included is a Bilstein suspension, LED driving lights, a Brembo braking system, Recaro front seats and 17-inch alloy wheels.

That's all we know, but we'll be sure to update (with pictures!) after the show!


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