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2013 Subaru BRZ - 2011 Tokyo Auto Show

For an automaker that has made its name building all-wheel-drive cars, Subaru has caused a lot of buzz at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Show with a rear-drive model. It helps that it's the long-awaited sports car jointly developed with Toyota, which will sell it as the Scion FR-S. Subaru claims credit for the engineering of the car, with each company doing its own fine tuning and, of course, exterior and interior design.
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Subaru Captures Multiple 2012 ALG Residual Value Awards

November 2011 [USA]

ALG "Subaru continues to draw fiercely loyal devotees who appreciate the brand's strong quality and ability to remain practical yet progressive."
- Subaru of America earns third-consecutive Best Mainstream Brand title
- 2012 Subaru Outback is three-peat winner in midsize utility segment
- 2012 Subaru Legacy snags honors in midsize car segment

CHERRY HILL, N.J., November 2011 - Subaru of America today announced that it has received three Residual Value Awards from ALG, the…

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Subaru and Lexus top ALG 2012 Residual Value Awards

ALG has released its annual Resale Value Awards. For 2012, Subaru took home the home the honor of being the top mainstream brand, while Lexus nabbed the top luxury automaker designation. ALG says that once again, Japanese automakers have performed better than their American and European counterparts when it comes to resale. Of the 21 total ALG awards, 11 went to Japanese manufacturers, though Audi bucked that trend by being the single automaker to take…
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Subaru Shares The Love With Five Charities Through January 3

'Tis the season for year-end deals, but for folks in search of something different -- and philanthropic -- Subaru is offering shoppers a chance to get a new car and make a gift to charity, all in one fell swoop.

The deal is part of Subaru of America's annual "Share the Love" promotion, running now through January 3, 2012. For every new car leased or sold during the promotional period, Subaru will make a donation of…

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TIPS FOR THE ROAD -- IMPROVE YOUR GAS MILEAGE

1. Better Driving Habits

Stay within the speed limits. Driving at reduced highway speed requires less fuel to get you where you are going. On long level highway drives, cruise control maintains fuel consumption better than drivers can on their own.

Fast starts, aggressive passing and abrupt braking all contribute to higher fuel consumption. There's no need to race up to the speed limit when the signal turns green. Easing down on your accelerator…

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2013 WRX and STI Update

We already know Subaru's next-generation WRX and WRX STI models due in 2013 will be getting a unique platform, hence they'll also be dropping the "Impreza" part of their titles, but now we have word that the cars will also be lighter and more powerful than the ones they replace.

Speaking with Car and Driver at this week's 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show, Subaru officials confirmed that the next-generation WRX and WRX…

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What Kind Of Drivers Drive Subarus?

What kind of drivers drive Subarus? Well, from what I know - drivers who are highly practical and want a 'safe bet' for their driving dollar. Thus, in the past, such drivers did not seem to mind if their Subarus were a bit low on style or even if some aspects of the cars were a bit out of the automotive mainstream.

However, not only has Subaru maintained its practical and 'safe bet' transportation status, but…

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Subaru And The Environment

Subaru of America understands, as should all manufacturers, that it has a great responsibility to the environment. But clean vehicles are just one part of it. Learn what we're doing to keep the world clean and beautiful.

In 2004, our Subaru of Indiana manufacturing plant became the first automotive assembly facility to be "zero landfill," meaning all waste is recycled or turned into electricity. In other words, a single-family home produces more waste in…

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Subaru BRZ STI Concept: 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show Preview

Subaru is saving the world reveal of its new BRZ sports car for the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, but it won't be neglecting the Los Angeles Auto Show taking place in just two weeks' time, announcing today plans to unveil the new "BRZ Concept - STI" at the American show.

The striking concept car not only reveals the new look of Subaru's upcoming rear-wheel drive sports car, but also the direction engineers from the…
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