Michael Hohl Subaru is proud to announce that the 2026 Forester and 2026 Crosstrek were named to the Consumer Reports 2026 Annual 10 Top Picks list. That is not Top 10 per category, that is Top 10 overall. For their Top Ten selections, they choose the model they consider the best in each category. So, it is worth noting that these models were their top picks in two very popular and competitive…
You may have heard about a technology that can ease the tension of driving on our highways. One where you can take your hands off the steering wheel and let the vehicle get you through sections of “compatible” roads, guide you through lane changes without any intervention, and keep you on pace with traffic while keeping your eyes ahead….
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is more than just a battery-electric crossover. It is a whole new way to seek adventure without using one drop of fuel. There has been plenty of press coverage given to our new electric crossover. The Motor1.com website was among the reviews published on the 2026 Uncharted. Their headline compared it to our popular Crosstrek. Before we get into Motor1’s evaluation of…
Subaru and Toyota have collaborated on several models, including EVs and sports cars. However, when it comes to the Outback and 4Runner, each company is on its own. Yet they have enough in common that Cars.com decided to compare the two. Let Michael Hohl Subaru take you along for this comparison. Cars.com points out that both these models are “popular, adventure-focused SUVs…
Trying to figure out which crossover is the best fit for your needs can get confusing and frustrating. That’s why Subaru works so hard to make the Crosstrek the adventurous SUV with the best safety, features, and standard all-wheel drive at a reasonable price that customers crave. And now, with the introduction of the Crosstrek Hybrid, it’s the best blend of…
There was always a bit of overt honesty in the fact that the Outback was clearly a raised Legacy station wagon. It was as off-road capable as competing crossovers, if not more so, and it laid bare the fact that all crossovers were basically station wagons in off-road drag. It also led to a bit of a…
Is there a vehicle that is right for the “cool mom”? The one who takes the kids to school, heads to the store, goes to work, and takes the weekend to trek up into the Sierras. She has a smile on her face all of the time and is truly loving life in the moment. Naturally, they want a standout vehicle that can do it all without complaint. That calls…
Subaru built its Indiana plant in the ‘80s, started producing cars there in 1989, and, as the company’s only production facility outside Japan, has assembled over six million vehicles since. Now, some new Subaru hybrid models will be produced at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. (SIA) plant. More Than Just an Auto Plant The Lafayette, Indiana, facility began producing the new Forester Hybrid on October 7, 2025, alongside the Ascent, Crosstrek,…
“Should I fix it or replace it?” is a question anyone who bought a used car and kept it for a while, or a new one and kept it even longer, has asked. The frustrating thing is that there is no definitive answer. The best we can do at Michael Hohl Subaru is offer some perspective and suggestions. The…
Subaru has released two new all-electric vehicles debuting in 2026 called the Trailseeker and the Uncharted. Both vehicles will fit in nicely with the already popular and well-appreciated Solterra EV. Both new EVs will start around $40,000, which is similar to the Solterra. But what are the differences between the two new EVs and their…
