December 2012

2013 Audi A4 and S4 gain NHTSA 5-star rating

(December 1, 2012) The 2013 Audi A4 luxury sport sedan and the 2013 Audi S4 performance sedan gained further validation of their segment-leading attributes by earning the U.S. government’s highest crashworthiness and rollover safety rating.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the A4 and S4 achieved the coveted 5-Star designation based on their performance in the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Subaru concept named 2012 Design Challenge winner at L.A. show

(December 1, 2012) LOS ANGELES — Subaru Global Design won the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show Design Challenge competition with its SHARC (Subaru Highway Automated Response Concept) vehicle. As a futuristic model for 24-hour highway monitoring, the SHARC provides protection and rapid emergency response solutions for Hawaii's highway patrol.

Subaru introduces all-new 2014 Forester compact SUV


(December 1, 2012) LOS ANGELES — Subaru introduced its all-new 2014 Forester, the fourth generation of its popular all-wheel drive crossover SUV, at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Thursday. The 2014 Forester debuts a bolder exterior design and roomier interior, along with improved performance and higher fuel economy across the line. The 2014 Forester arrives in Subaru dealerships this spring.