Subaru's story began in 1915 as the Aircraft Research Laboratory. Later it adopted the Subaru name company in 2017. From its aviation roots, Subaru brought unique engineering approaches to automotive design, most notably its signature Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. The company's name comes from the Pleiades star cluster, reflected in its logo's six stars, representing the merger of six companies that formed Fuji Heavy Industries.

With over 50 years in America, Subaru succeeds because it knows exactly what its customers want: rock-steady reliability paired with the all-weather assurance of all-wheel drive. Unlike many manufacturers who offer all-wheel drive as an option, Subaru makes it standard on nearly every model (except the BRZ sports car). The company's commitment to horizontally-opposed engines provides a lower center of gravity, enhancing vehicle stability and handling.

The popular Outback wagon exemplifies Subaru's practical approach to vehicle design. Its lifted ride height and tough-looking exterior allow the  Outback to blend in among SUVs, but its station wagon body gives you added practicality. The Outback shares much of its interior with the Legacy. They both have comfortable accommodations and quality materials. While Subaru's cabin design borders on boring, it's functional and has a high seating height.

Subaru's performance heritage lives on through the WRX. It's part sports car, part rally racer. The WRX is powered by a 271-horsepower turbocharged 2.4-liter flat-four which drives all four wheels through either a six-speed manual or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The vehicle shares  familial resemblance with Subaru's Impreza compact car that has a quieter cabin, stiffer body structure. Though the Impreza is not nearly as exhilarating as the turbocharged WRX performance sedan.

Subarus certainly rank high in safety, cost of ownership, and dependability, with respectable fuel efficiency and average repair cost ratings as well. Whether you’ve been driving for one year or several years, a Subaru makes for a reliable vehicle.