There’s more to love in all the things we love already. When Subaru introduced the Outback in the 1990’s it was a step in the right direction: The brand was the car to have for anyone with weekend cabin, who lived for hiking, who rejoiced in snow days when the roads were empty (Subarus were…
50 Minute Test Drive: 2019 Subaru Forester
*Somebody* just got a makeover and is looking really smart. Don’t you hate test drives that are a dizzying whirl of information overload? So do I. So when I got a chance for a quick drive in the 2019 Subaru Forester, I made a point to take note of all the features and design details…
Touring the Garden State in the 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport Compact AWD Sedan
Seeing the familiar roads of New Jersey in a new light. I’ve lived in New Jersey my entire life–well, except for the three years I moved over the bridge to Pennsylvania. It was short lived when I purchased my first home right back in New Jersey. Sometimes I overlook all the fun that is right…
The 2018 Subaru WRX: How This 4-Door Sports Sedan Makes You Younger. Really
Age Doesn’t Matter When You Get Behind the Wheel of the 2018 Subaru WRX. I know what that young man was thinking when he delivered the sporty little 2018 Subara WRX outfitted with the performance package to me. He was thinking, “I thought she’d be younger.” He didn’t say it. But I knew. The 2018…
4 Family Cars Coming Soon: New Models for 2018 and Beyond
Thinking Of A New Car? You Should Wait For These Stunners! I have just returned from the New York International Auto Show and let me tell you, I was blown away! While there are many luxury cars, and concept cars, I was more focused on what is actually coming in the near future from automakers….
2017 Subaru Forester 2.0 XT Touring Review: A Crossover Made for Outdoor Family Adventure
Have an Outdoor Loving Family? This is Your Crossover. The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0 XT Touring may be a smaller crossover, but don’t let that fool you. With a 250-horsepower Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine, this car packs a punch. It adds power and performance for the adventurer in your family. You don’t need a full-sized…
Why We Bought A Subaru Outback
It’s Safe, Stylish and Smart: Does That Make My Subaru Outback Sexy? Some wouldn’t call it sexy, but it is stylish. And, it’s safe. That makes the Subaru Outback a smart choice. And I think smart is sexy, don’t you? After months of research conducted by my safety conscious husband—who is smart AND sexy, we…
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid: Finding Out Why Portland Loves Subaru
In Portland, Oregon, if you want to be hip, you have to drive a Subaru. You see them everywhere. Literally, everyone I know here seems to own at least one. That’s because Subaru appeals to our Portlandia values: “Keep Portland Weird” is a common phrase, and driving a bright green car qualifies. Getting from tight city…
Choosing A Car Color: Emotions Run High—Because Color Matters!
Our car color choices are personal, deeply felt and sometimes problematic. When you shop for shoes, you often are searching for a specific color – black pumps for that little black dress, white sandals for a summery look. But with cars, color often comes last – you fall for a particular car, think about your…
Crash Testing: Best and Worst Cars
See how your car ranks with this just released evaluation of crash avoidance systems. The test program, by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, rated forward collision warning systems. The top rated cars are: Cadillac ATS sedan and SRX SUV, Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan, Subaru Legacy sedan and Outback wagon, Volvo S60 sedan and XC60 SUV. .