As of this writing, 2026 has not yet reached its halfway mark, but Michael Hohl Subaru is ready to announce the changes and pricing for the 2027 Subaru Ascent. This three-row crossover is largely left unchanged from the 2026 Ascent, save for some thoughtful enhancements throughout the vehicle. Recognizing the growing popularity of USB-C charging ports, Subaru has added them for 3rd-row passengers. The ports are located on the…
If the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker electric vehicle looks like it can follow an Outback onto an unimproved forest road, it is because it absolutely can. Recently, journalist members of the Northwest Automotive Press Association put the 2026 Trailseeker through its paces during the annual Mudfest evaluation event and not only found our new EV crossover to be very capable, but capable enough to be named the “Outdoor Activity Vehicle of…
There has been a lot of love circling around the 2026 Subaru Outback since its arrival into our dealership. Consumers and the automotive press alike have praised the increased interior headroom and cargo space, along with the improved 12.1-inch infotainment touchscreen, the new generation EyeSight driver assist technology, and so much more. While the Outback itself turns heads, the 2026 Outback…
For 2026, Subaru earned three more TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety in their latest rounds of crash testing. These awards went to the 2026 Ascent, Forester, and Outback. These awards were based on a new set of stringent crash tests set by the IIHS. These tests were to further examine crashworthiness in various scenarios. For 2026, all…
On April 1st, Subaru announced the debut of the 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid. It is the brand’s best offering for those who love the outdoors and want to do their part to preserve it. Michael Hohl Subaru provides more details about this anticipated model. In that past year, we have seen the new Forester Wilderness and the Forester Hybrid, but until now, there…
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,…
