Hands-Free Highway Confidence with the 2026 Subaru Outback around Owings Mills, MD

Jones Bel Air Subaru - Hands-Free Highway Confidence with the 2026 Subaru Outback around Owings Mills, MD

Highway driving is where the latest Outback truly stretches its legs, thanks to an enhanced suite of EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and the addition of available Hands-Free Driving Assist. Around Owings Mills, MD, daily commutes can swing from brisk to bumper-to-bumper, and Highway Automatic Resume Assist, Pre-Curve Speed Control, and Highway Active Lane Change Assist are designed to take the edge off those changes in pace and terrain. These features are grounded in upgraded hardware—three forward-facing cameras, newly integrated radar sensors, and a wider-angle mono camera—plus a standard haptic-feedback steering wheel that communicates alerts immediately. The net effect is simple: more consistency, less fatigue, and a calmer cabin for you and your passengers.

Here’s how the system supports your routine. On designated highways and with driver supervision, available Hands-Free Driving Assist can maintain lane position and following distance, automatically slow for certain curves, and even execute a lane change on certain trims when the turn signal is engaged and conditions are verified as safe. If you’re stuck in stop-and-go traffic, Highway Automatic Resume Assist can help pull away smoothly once the lane ahead starts moving. Layer in the Outback’s inherently stable Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and standard 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and you’re equipped for rain-slick commutes, gusty crosswinds, and weekend road trips—no drama required.

• Hands-Free Driving Assist availability: Driver-supervised, on designated highways, and available on select trims with Enhanced EyeSight.
• Pre-Curve Speed Control: Helps slow the vehicle before bends for a more natural, composed cornering feel.
• Highway Active Lane Change Assist: When conditions are met, checks for safe merging and can execute the lane change after the turn signal is engaged.
• Highway Automatic Resume Assist: Helps reduce fatigue by resuming movement in stop-and-go traffic when the lane ahead begins to move.
• Emergency Stop Assist with Safe Lane Selection: If the driver becomes unresponsive, it can help bring the vehicle to a safe stop and prepare for first responders.

These features work best when you treat them like a co-pilot—attentive, ready, and always supervised by you. Practical tech extends beyond the highway as well: the new Subaru 12.1-inch Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ streamlines everyday use, and the standard 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster offers a Calm Mode to reduce distraction on longer drives. Pair those with a quieter cabin and low-fatigue seats, and the Outback feels purpose-built for Maryland’s mixed traffic patterns and road textures.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Hands-Free Driving Assist standard on every 2026 Outback?

It is available on select trims equipped with Enhanced EyeSight®; our team can help you confirm compatibility and features by trim.

Do I still need to pay attention when Hands-Free Driving Assist is active?

Yes—driver supervision is required at all times. The system is designed to reduce fatigue, not replace driver responsibility.

How do these features help in bad weather?

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE® provide traction, while EyeSight® can support following distance and lane centering. You remain in control, and the systems assist within their operational conditions.

When you are exploring advanced driver assistance, education matters as much as the hardware. That’s why we focus on personalized walk-throughs that demonstrate how each feature behaves, when it activates, and how to tailor settings to your preferences. From setting up the driver display to trying Pre-Curve Speed Control on a familiar stretch of highway, you will leave confident with the essentials and ready to enjoy the smarter serenity these systems bring to your daily drive. Visit Jones Bel Air Subaru—serving Owings Mills, MD, Glen Burnie, MD, and Newark, DE—for a hands-on introduction and a test drive that showcases the technology where it makes the most difference.

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