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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!

All-wheel drive (AWD) and 4-wheel drive (4WD) have often been confused, or even considered the same thing when they in fact are very different! We'll explain here what the main differentiator points are to help you understand.

Let's start with 4WD, a feature available on many SUVs and trucks on the market today that has many benefits for rough roads and tough off-roading capability around Cockeysville. 4WD is a system that temporarily locks movement of the axels together. It splits torque between the two axels to evenly distribute power to all four wheels, hence the 4-wheel drive name…

 

Wishing everyone a safe and warm snow day #DontLetWinterWin #BombCyclone (photo courtesy: @ct_car_photos )

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For the Subaru seekers searching near and far the areas of Glen Burnie, Baltimore, and Cockeysville for a like-new Subaru with years of reliable value ahead of its model year, rest easy because your future model awaits you at the Bel Air Subaru dealership.

Drivers from Baltimore to Cockeysville know that a vehicle that can handle inclement weather, rough roads and everything between is essential. So, it's no surprise that Subaru vehicles are so popular here. Symmetrical all-wheel drive is not just a fancy name for some flashy technology, it's an advanced system designed to work seamlessly together to create a driving experience like no other.

Unlike other all-wheel drive systems available that take existing front and rear-wheel drive systems and just add on to them, Subaru's system works continually creating superior handling

The largest passenger volume in its class has released its new 2018 Subaru Impreza. If you have owned an Impreza then you already know it is engineered to last, built for safety and equipped for versatility but it also has some newly added features.

Test Drive the New 2018 Subaru Impreza Today!

Like how the car sounds? Want to give it a spin? Contact us today and we will gladly schedule a time to meet with you and test out the 2018 Subaru Impreza.