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The 2025 Subaru Forester's sales decline as the remodeled compact SUV makes its U.S. retailers launch. Is Subaru worried? I'll explain why and where the new Forester compact SUV will go from here. 

How is Subaru doing in the electric vehicle race? They've been making significant strides, especially with the recent collaboration with Panasonic Energy. Let's delve into their proactive EV game plan.

The Subaru Outback was the top-selling model in Subaru of America's all-wheel-drive lineup last year, but it could lose its top status in 2024. See what model just overtook the popular Outback. 

When I thought I'd seen everything, the Subaru Crosstrek sets another best-ever record. How far can the Crosstrek go? The sky is the limit.

Maintaining your new Subaru Crosstrek, Outback, Forester, or another model is essential, but one maintenance item is often neglected. See what it is and how it can make you sick if it's not changed regularly. 

How does Subaru of America achieve success? They do it in threes. The Camden, N.J. automaker just posted another all-time monthly sales record. See which Subaru SUV is the hottest model now. 

BYD had a great quarter while Polestar tanked and lost its CEO, here we look at the brand strength of both companies and why BYD is doing better.

The Celestiq is an awesome car but at $350K it prices well above Cadillac’s price range and if they don’t fund an effort similar to what Mercedes did with the Maybach, which will be very difficult for them, this car will be a spectacular failure.

Toyota and Tesla, with a ton of help, make Lithium-Ion batteries last 50% to 70% longer with the only impact on manufacturing being they can build them faster. This is an unusual two-for-one.

Looking at my past Jaguar I-Pace and my 2022 Audi E-Tron GT, electric cars appear to be advancing very quickly.

The Hyundai N Vision 74 Hydrogen Lab is a rolling wonder, but the ship has sailed on Hydrogen power for vehicles.

Subaru brought the new Layback in Japan, but it isn't selling. Should the Japanese automaker bring the turbocharged sport wagon to the U.S. market, and would it sell here? I think it would be a hot new offering.

What are the best new small SUVs for under $30,000? Here are Consumer Reports' top ten picks, and I'll explain why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is CR's top choice over them all. 

A Cybertruck owner shares his satisfaction with how quickly Telsa was able to repair his truck. His Cybertruck needed a lot of work after electrocution risk was identified; however, Tesla was able to diagnose & fix the issue in a single business day.

Which are the best new and used vehicles for college students? Here are Kelley Blue Book's top ten picks, and I'll explain why a new or used Subaru Crosstrek should be on your shopping list. 

The WRX performance car is synonymous with Subaru, but the sports sedan is a dying breed. Will it survive the new automotive trends? Subaru says yes.

Which car brands make the most reliable cars? I'll examine a new report from Consumer Reports and fill you in on the ten best automakers and why Toyota and Lexus are miles ahead of the rest. 

Which Subaru models have the best recall rating, and which have the worst? Here is the latest Subaru recall information for customers. 

Which are the ten best car brands? YouGov asked you the owners of the vehicles which are the best. Here are the fascinating results. 

The big problem with electric cars in a gas car world is the battery and range, currently it averages close to 250 miles which isn’t adequate for a full time car, but when it gets to 1,000 miles gas cars become obsolete. And that comes by 2029.

Which Subaru SUVs are the best for fitting car seats? It's not the models you'd think. In the Two-Row category, a surprise Subaru SUV emerges as a top performer, earning straight A grades. 

The 2025 Subaru Forester has arrived, and it's hot right out of the gate. However, it's the hottest new model up north in Canada and not in the U.S. yet.

Qualcomm has become the leader in car electronics. Still, in the future, using this technology, cars should become far easier to upgrade, significantly reducing vehicle costs and premature scrapping of older vehicles.

Which are the best sports cars you can buy that are under $40,000? Subaru has the 2024 WRX and BRZ on the list, but why aren't you buying them?

The string of unexpected Cybertruck failures is continuing, now affecting some of the biggest Tesla supporters. The Cybertruck Guy is the latest victim, with his truck’s battery discharging to the chassis & posing electrocution risks.

Do you like the Subaru Auto Stop-Start system? If you said no, you aren't alone. My report reveals some truths and myths about the feature that may help change your mind.

A Cybertruck owner who recently escaped a crash on the highway by inches says that he is fortunate that he was driving his Cybertruck rather than his Ram Pickup. The Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire & 4-wheel-steering saved the day.

The announced Nissan electric GTR with solid-state batteries looks to be a game-changer. It will transform the GTR from the useful and extremely fast car it is into true supercar territory. I can't hardly wait.

There is a consensus that fake engine sounds in electric cars suck. However, the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 has showcased that it works when you do it right, suggesting that an uncanny valley of sound must be avoided.

Porsche's decision not to use artificial sounds and shifting on their electric cars is similar to what Palm and Microsoft did, allowing Apple to take the Smartphone market from them.