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Subaru has long been known for their reliable, reasonably-priced cars, but recently, they have also been gaining a reputation as one of the most environmentally-friendly manufacturers in the industry. Though a bit unconventional in their approach – as they are focusing more on the industrial and manufacturing components of their company, rather than on producing hybrid or electric cars – Subaru is redefining what it means to be green. Living Green in Indiana Subaru of Indiana Automotive’s (SIA) manufacturing plant in Lafayette, Indiana has achieved something very few other companies have even attempted: they have achieved a ‘zero landfill’ state and are close to becoming truly zero waste. After a long journey of commitment, improvement, and strategy, the SIA plant became ‘zero landfill&rsquo ... read more

Japan-based Subaru (fun fact: the name “Subaru” is based on the Japanese name for the Pleiades constellation – hence the stars in the logo) produces a variety of cars for a variety of lifestyles, but their dedication to excellence remains constant, whether they’re making a coupe or an SUV. With some of the highest safety ratings, best fuel economy, and generally high resale values (provided you keep your car in good condition with the help of a good auto shop) in the industry, the question isn’t about whether you should buy a Subaru, but which one you should get. Outback One of the best sports wagons on the market, the Subaru Outback is an all-wheel drive, five-door hatchback that can ... read more

Subarus are some of the most practical and reliable vehicles gracing our roads today. Compared to many of their competitors, Subarus are beacons of reliability, able to withstand the turmoils of daily driving, off-roading, and long road trips with relative ease. But, like all cars, they are not perfect. Meaning that, like all cars, they have their share of issues that potential buyers should be cognizant of before making a purchase. Fortunately, there are a few central Subaru problems that buyers and owners should note; these are issues that are commonly seen on Subarus. If you can learn to deal with these problems, you should be in the clear, as you’re unlikely to find many other issues or problems that arise with your Subaru. Here are a few of the common Subaru problems, as well as some tips for how to prevent issues, and handle them when they do occur. Common Problems With Subarus Leaking and broken head gaskets seem to be the bane ... read more

Over the years, Subaru has created some of the world’s finest cars. Practical, fun, and often stylish, Subarus don’t often disappoint. This, however, is only the case if you are looking at Subarus in a vacuum. The average automotive consumer only ever sees the final product; they see that Subaru has done a terrific job creating practical daily drivers that are also fun and attractive. But car enthusiasts – who attend shows and read magazines – see the concept cars. These are the cars that Subaru introduces as . . . well . . . concepts, before creating the car that ultimately lands on the road. Through the years, Subaru has had some incredible concept cars, which have paved the path for . . . far less stellar vehicles. Here are a few Subaru concept cars, and what they ultimately turned into: 2015 Legacy The most recent iteration of the Subaru concept was one of the more disappointing moments in recent Subaru history. The 2015 Legacy Concept was introduced i ... read more