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Subaru Forester Hybrid teased in Japan, in sporty STI form
Subaru’s STI performance skunkworks has helped enable some very fast, exciting versions of the Japanese automaker’s vehicles. And with its 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, Subaru has shown it can engineer a full hybrid—a plug-in with a 17-miles range rating. However, the Forester STI... read more
New batteries for Bolt EVs, possible new name for Subaru electric, new Twitter poll, electric car fees: Today's Car News
To address a sudden loss of power, some Chevrolet Bolt EVs get new battery packs. We explain why. Subaru files for a trademark on a new name for its upcoming plug-in hybrid... read more April 17, 2018 by Eric C. Evarts
Subaru plug-in hybrid to use Prius Prime parts, coming in 2019
When Toyota and Mazda said last September they would form a joint venture to produce electric-car parts, that answered the question of where Mazda's future plug-in vehicles... read more February 14, 2018 by John Voelcker
If Toyota and Mazda make electric cars together, where's Subaru?
At the end of September, Toyota and Mazda announced they would form a joint venture with parts maker Denso to design, test, and build components for a shared electric-car... read more October 6, 2017 by John Voelcker
Subaru plans for all-electric versions of existing model lines
It's now clear that every automaker, no matter how large or small, will have to develop and sell battery-electric vehicles by 2020 to 2025. Companies like GM and Volkswagen... read more May 23, 2017 by John Voelcker
2018 Subaru Crosstrek preview
Five years after the first Subaru Crosstrek hit the streets, the small Japanese automaker with a cult-like following has significantly updated its unexpectedly successful... read more April 23, 2017 by Aaron Cole
2017 Subaru Impreza: first drive of AWD compact sedan, hatch
The 2017 Subaru Impreza is one of the most fuel-efficient all-wheel-drive vehicles in the U.S. market, and has been for many years. The entirely redesigned 2017 Impreza rides... read more February 8, 2017 by John Voelcker
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid discontinued for 2017 model year
You can scratch one model off the list of hybrids available in the U.S. The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid will be discontinued for the 2017 model year, marking the end of the line... read more October 3, 2016 by Stephen Edelstein
All-electric Subaru crossover utility vehicle coming in 2021: Japanese report
Subaru, to which auto writers often attach the adjective "quirky," has been a quiet success story in the U.S. market, which now provides almost half its global sales. The... read more August 16, 2016 by John Voelcker
2017 Subaru Forester gas mileage inches up
The 2017 Subaru Forester compact crossover enters the new model year with some small updates that include a slight increase in fuel economy. At least when it comes to models... read more April 18, 2016 by Stephen Edelstein
Subaru XV Concept hints at next Crosstrek due for 2018 model year
The Subaru XV Crosstrek is set to be replaced soon as the entire Impreza compact lineup gets redesigned. And Subaru previewed the new model with a concept car at the 2016... read more March 2, 2016 by Stephen Edelstein
Subaru Viziv Future Concept Previews Next-Generation Hybrid System
At this week's Tokyo Motor Show, Subaru displayed two separate concepts. One was a thinly disguised version of the upcoming 2017 Subaru Impreza hatchback, labeled a concept... read more October 29, 2015 by John Voelcker
Why Next Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Is So Important: CA Laws
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid has the lowest electric range of any plug-in vehicle sold in the United States: just 11 miles. It's also among the top-selling cars that... read more June 18, 2015 by John Voelcker
2015 Subaru Impreza Updated, Fuel Economy Rises To 31 MPG Combined
We now have details on the updated 2015 Subaru Impreza compact sedan and hatchback, which get a slight bump in fuel economy as well as some styling and content changes. The... read more October 10, 2014 by Stephen Edelstein
2015 Subaru Legacy Gas Mileage: We Test Both 2.5i And 3.6R
Subaru sales have surged over the last decade, taking the quirky Japanese brand from its Snow Belt niche into more and broader markets. This year, the redesigned 2015 Subaru... read more October 7, 2014 by John Voelcker
2015 Subaru Outback: Gas Mileage Review Of Crossover Wagon Utility Vehicle
The new 2015 Subaru Outback is now arriving at dealerships, and it's likely to continue the small Japanese maker's striking growth over the past five years. Like every other... read more August 4, 2014 by John Voelcker
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