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Posted Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 10:13pm
The Subaru Impreza WRX is highly respected and renowned in the world of rally, with its iconic blue and gold colors becoming one of the most recognizable in automotive history. The WRX’s success in rally championships and its popularity as a road car made it a legendary and beloved model, with enthusiasts still appreciating the original and later versions. The latest 2022 WRX model continues the legacy of the WRX by combining striking design, rally-inspired… Read More →
Posted Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10:08pm
Although the marketing folks claim the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek has been completely redesigned, there isn’t exactly a night-and-day difference next to its predecessor. Fear not, however: it’s still a Crosstrek, just better. Subaru simply took its best-selling vehicle and made it a bit quieter, a bit more comfortable, and a tad more capable. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10:06pm
Subaru has long been a relatively small automaker building products for niche markets. It’s been well-documented how the company, decades ago, specifically targeted certain demographics, becoming wildly popular and inspiring serious owner loyalty. They have done an incredible job doing so, but some more mainstream buyers may still not have the brand front of mind when shopping. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10:01pm
ubaru is more than just one of the most successful brands in World Rally Championship history – it’s easily the most iconic. The famous blue and gold transfixed a generation of rally fans and Subaru’s legend still lives on, even if it hasn’t competed in the WRC now for 15 years. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem teased rally fans with the potential prospect of Subaru returning to the WRC, most likely in 2027, during a… Read More →
Posted Monday, September 18, 2023 at 9:55pm
This is basically Subaru of America’s “Bat Cave.” Just like Batman’s lair, it’s hidden and full of goodies. It’s a plain building that could be anything — maybe a factory or warehouse. But, inside Subaru’s Bat Cave is a collection of rare and unique cars that isn’t accessible to the public or even most media, but marks the company’s history both here and outside of the U.S. Subaru’s American history isn’t as well-known as some… Read More →
Posted Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 9:53pm
My first car was a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. It was, without a doubt, an irredeemable heap of crap. But it was also a gateway drug. With a torquey turbocharged engine and a manual transmission, I can’t help but think of my first dose of turbocharged fun when I drive the Subaru WRX. Obviously, the two cars have nothing in common except a turbocharger and a gear lever, but humans aren’t always the most logical creatures.… Read More →
Posted Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 9:50pm
The U.S. state of Indiana could well become the most-favoured location for Subaru (7270.T) to establish an electric vehicle production site in the world’s biggest economy, the Japanese automaker’s chief executive said. Subaru sees the years to 2028 as a key period for building up its EV sales so that it will eventually hit an annual sales target of 600,000 battery-powered vehicles by 2030 that will make up half of its global sales. Read More →
Posted Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 9:47pm
Subaru built the reputation of its STI division by spending years on the top spot of the World Rally Championship (WRC) podium. The brand exited WRC in 2008 and hasn’t been back since, but it’s reportedly considering a comeback with help from partner and part-owner Toyota. “It’s not a secret I had a good meeting with Mr. Akio Toyoda, and I ask [sic] him what we can do [about enticing more manufacturers into the WRC]… Read More →
Posted Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 9:43pm
Subaru’s potential return to the FIA World Rally Championship is exciting and would boost the series, which has been lacking an extra manufacturer since Citroen pulled out in 2019. Subaru has a successful history in the WRC, with numerous wins and championships, and their comeback could mean the continuation of popular road models like the Impreza WRX. The chances of Subaru returning to the WRC are looking likely, with Toyota actively supporting the brand and… Read More →
Posted Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 9:36pm
The World Rally Championship currently uses Rally1 regulations. The cars employ spaceframe chassis with silhouette bodies, so it would be straightforward for Subaru to build a competitor. While there is no firm indication of which model it could use as a basis for its entry, the current WRX is the obvious choice. The current model is quite bulky, but there’s nothing stopping Subaru from scaling and tweaking the bodyshell to suit WRC competition. Read More →
