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Posted Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 9:45pm

Subaru WRX manual getting big safety upgrade

Right now, there’s a big difference in standard safety equipment between manual and automatic versions of the Subaru WRX. That’s about to change. “Next model year for WRX will be 2024, with final spec currently in discussion – at least, that’s what we’re aiming for,” said Subaru Australia managing director Blair Read. “And like the BRZ, the manual WRX will also get EyeSight, which is already in the WRX CVT variant. It’s not finalised, but… Read More →

Posted Monday, August 28, 2023 at 9:43pm

Subaru WRX Generations: How The AWD Sports Car Evolved Over Time

The Subaru Impreza WRX has a rich history and is known for its performance both on and off the road.  The original Impreza WRX from the 1990s had impressive power and performance for its time, with 250 horsepower and a top speed of 152 mph.  The latest fifth-generation Impreza WRX, although lighter and with slightly less power, still offers impressive performance with a turbocharged engine and a 0-60 mph time of 5.5 seconds Few performance… Read More →

Posted Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 9:40pm

SEMENUK DELIVERS DEBUT WIN FOR NEW SUBARU IN OJIBWE

Brandon Semenuk delivered Subaru Motorsports USA’s new WRX 23R chassis a debut American Rally Association win on the Ojibwe Forests Rally. Semenuk and co-driver Keaton Williams won the seventh round of the season by 10 minutes 52.2 seconds – stretching their unbeaten ARA run to eight rallies. But their immaculate run of stage wins in a row ended at 69 when the Semenuk picked up a front-right puncture on Ojibwe’s penultimate stage. Read More →

Posted Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 9:39pm

WHEN THE SUBARU IMPREZA FIRST EMERGED IN THE WRC

Thirty years ago, today was a Friday and today was the start of a whole new world for Subaru. Down the last three decades, the Impreza has become a modern-day Mk2 Escort, garnering the sort of cult following nobody could have predicted. When Hideshige Gomi emerged from his office in Shibuya City, not even the man himself would have dreamed he’d designed a car that would become quite so popular. Did it change the face… Read More →

Posted Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 9:38pm

SEMENUK CONTINUES DOMINANT ARA FORM WITH NEW SUBARU

On the competitive debut of Subaru’s all-new WRX, Brandon Semenuk has continued his dominant Green APU American Rally Association form – winning all eight of Friday’s stages at the Ojibwe Forests Rally. Semenuk and co-driver Keaton Williams have won every single event of 2023 so far and haven’t been beaten to a stage win since the 100 Acre Wood Rally in March, and once again nobody could touch them in Minnesota. Read More →

Posted Friday, August 25, 2023 at 9:35pm

I FEEL LIKE A RALLY DRIVER – AND IT’S ALL THANKS TO DIRTFISH

Alasdair Lindsay took DirtFish Rally School’s three-day program this week. Here’s what he made of the whole experience: Can you go from zero to rally driver in three days? Yes and no. It’s complicated. I knew DirtFish Rally School was good – there’s a reason the pros come here to sharpen their skills in the off-season. It’s unlikely I’d be particularly competitive if I were to rock up to the start control of a gravel… Read More →

Posted Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 9:24pm

2023 Subaru Towing Capacity – What You Need to Know

When it comes to Subaru towing capacity, Subaru vehicles have always been a popular choice. With the 2023 Subaru Ascent leading the pack, you’ll be amazed at what these vehicles can handle. In this blog post, we’ll explore the towing capabilities of various Subaru models, delve into the factors that contribute to Subaru towing capacity, and discuss essential features and safety tips for a smooth and enjoyable towing experience. Read More →

Posted Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 9:20pm

WHEN COLIN MCRAE WENT UNBEATEN IN BRITAIN

If there was a Group A Subaru Legacy RS Colin McRae didn’t want to drive, it was this one: J314 PWL. Not that there was anything wrong with the Prodrive-built machine – quite the opposite. In 1992 the Rothmans-liveried car doubled as a steamroller. Eyeing the entertaining battle for Group N honors that his brother Alister was engaged in across the same British Rally Championship season, the older of the two McRaes had an idea. Read More →