The summer months tend to involve a little more traveling due to the warmer weather, school vacation and endless opportunity for adventure. If you plan to travel frequently this summer season, it might be a good idea to bring your car into our service center here at Bel Air Subaru, especially if it's been a while since your last appointment.

 

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Winters in general can be tough on our cars, so we always recommend servicing your vehicle at the start of any season here…

It's that wonderful time of year again when the air has warmed and the sun is shining bright. We're gearing up for a memorable summer ahead here at Bel Air Subaru, and we've got a funny feeling that Bel Air area drivers are probably doing the same.

 

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• Connectivity and Technology
  Up to eight USB ports and Wi-Fi connectivity, the Ascent is the perfect vehicle to keep your family entertained. Don't forget about your entertainment and connectivity though; the Ascent gives you standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Pandora integration!
• Performance
  The Ascent brings with it a new generation of engine, the all-new Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine.

That's a good question to ask because you don't want to show up and have an issue that isn’t able to be dealt with quickly. Subaru Express Service includes oil changes, tire rotations, multi-point inspections, and minor maintenance. If you need minor maintenance, our Express Service department serving Baltimore and Cockeysville will handle engine air filter replacement, cabin air filter replacement, battery service, and replacement, wiper blade replacement, and more!

Under the Hood

In addition to aesthetic updates, the new Forester ditches the prior iterations turbocharged engine option for one revised 2.5-liter boxer-four engine across the lineup. The new engine offers drivers 12 more horsepower and two more pound-feet of torque than the previous 2.5-liter bringing the total to 185 horsepower and 176 pound-feet of torque. Also, the six-speed manual will no longer be an option, and all Forester models will use a continuously variable transmission.

Winter tires are incredibly helpful when it comes to navigating cold, snowy, icy roads. Their soft rubber and deep, wide tread patterns make them invaluable during harsh Maryland winters. But what do you do when it's time to switch your winter tires out for all-season or summer tires? When is the right time and what happens if you leave winter tires on too long? At Bel Air Subaru, we're here to provide answers to your tire questions!

​It may not look like it quite yet, but spring is officially here! That means that it's time to recover from winter and make sure your vehicle made it through all right so you can make a smooth transition into spring. As winter throws its last tantrums on its way out, our team at our Subaru service center in Bel Air can look your car over and give it the spring service it needs to keep running smoothly as the seasons change.

Here are a few simple spring car maintenance tips:

In case you haven't heard, Subaru is bringing an all-new, three-row SUV to the market! It's called the Subaru Ascent and it's poised to take on competition like the Toyota Highlander, Mazda CX-9, and Nissan Pathfinder— all models that cater to families who need extra seats and space.

We know this is going to be one popular vehicle, and we even expect to see the return of former Subaru shoppers who had to leave the brand because they outgrew their Outback's.

A few details about the upcoming 2019 Subaru Ascent:

• Passenger volume: 7 or 8, depending…

It's January, and we're still in the winter months, and have seen our share of the seasonal weather. For those of us who drive Subaru vehicles, it's nice to know you have a vehicle that is able to stand up in the elements, with the likes of Symmetrical AWD on all our vehicles. But, there are other things we have to make sure of in the winter to keep our vehicles running, and we're here to tell you about them today!

The reason you see so many Subaru vehicles on the road for many years is that they are durable, long-lasting rides, but most of all, its owners are taking good care of them. When it comes to vehicle maintenance, repairs and checkups are always a good idea, but in addition, you want to ensure that if you need a part, you're getting the right parts and accessories from the source. That's where our parts department is here to help you!