Subaru ends production of Legacy sedan in Indiana after 36 years On September 18, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) announced it has produced the final Subaru Legacy on its assembly line in Lafayette, Indiana. The end of Legacy production will be followed shortly by the end of U.S. production of the Outback in about three weeks, which will enable U.S. production of the Forester in October, followed by the Forester Hybrid in spring 2026. "Bringin...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

Subaru America announces 2026 Crosstrek, Crosstrek Hybrid with next-gen powertrain On July 16, Subaru of America, Inc. announced details on the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, including the new Crosstrek Hybrid. The third-generation Subaru Crosstrek returns with an available, all-new next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system for enhanced range and capability. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid arrive at retailers beginning this fall...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/19

Subaru of America prices to increase on most models in June On May 19, Subaru of America confirmed it “has adjusted its pricing in response to current market conditions. The changes were made to offset increased costs while maintaining a solid value proposition for our customers. Subaru pricing is not based on the country of origin of its products.” The price increases hitting the vehicles on dealer lots starting in June will add between USD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

Subaru considers U.S. production amid tariffs, changing markets On May 14, while delivering financial results for the recent fiscal year, Subaru CEO Atsushi Osaki, said the company expects a USD 2.5 billion impact from U.S. tariffs in the current fiscal year if it does not take any mitigation steps. The company is now considering ways to ramp up output of U.S.-made vehicles. Subaru’s plant in Lafayette, Indiana, produced over 345,000 vehicles i...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/17

Subaru Canada to reduce U.S.-made imports by more than half over trade war Subaru Canada plans to reconfigure its mix of imports from assembly plants in the U.S. and Japan to help insulate the company from the 25% Canadian countertariffs instituted in response to U.S. President Trump’s 25% auto tariffs, according to CEO Tomohiro Kubota. The company imported about 26% of the vehicles it sold in Canada in 2024 from the U.S., but as Subaru Canada ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Subaru to build next-gen Forester at Lafayette, Indiana plant On May 15, it was reported that Subaru will launch production of the next-gen Forester, in both ICE and hybrid variants, at their US plant in Lafayette, Indiana. The discontinuation of the Legacy sedan at the end of the 2025 model year will free up capacity for the new Forester, with hybrid production slated to begin in 2026. There is currently no timeline for the ICE-variant launch. B...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/16

Subaru to end Legacy production in Indiana after 2025 model year On April 23, Subaru said it will end production of its oldest U.S.-built model, the Legacy sedan, at the conclusion of the 2025 model year, citing a shift in consumer preferences from passenger cars to SUVs and crossovers, and Subaru’s transition to electrified and fully electric vehicles. Subaru previously announced it would produce eight EV models globally by the 2028 calendar y...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/24

Subaru to give U.S. employees wage increase in January On November 22, Subaru Corp. told employees it will increase their wages in January as part of the company's "semi-annual wage review conducted this time each year". The increases will happen "at each step of our wage scales — including the largest production increase in company history," Subaru spokesperson Craig Koven said, noting that current industry conditions were taken into considera...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/28

NYIAS 2023: Subaru debuts all-new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness On April 5, Subaru of America revealed the 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness at the 2023 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Combining Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with a revised drivetrain, standard X-MODE, elevated 9.3-inch ground clearance and exclusive body cladding, the 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness will begin arriving in Subaru retailers in fall 2023. The Wilderness will be bui...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/06

Subaru debuts all-new 2024 Crosstrek in Chicago ahead of added U.S. production On February 9, Subaru of America, Inc. debuted the all-new 2024 Crosstrek at the Chicago Auto Show. The third-generation compact SUV combines all-new exterior and interior designs with a new stiffer chassis, improved performance, enhanced safety features and updated multimedia technology.For the first time, Crosstrek production will occur in the U.S.   • Sport and L...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/10

Subaru of Indiana Automotive produces its 7 millionth vehicle On February 7, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) announced it has built its 7 millionth vehicle, a white 2023 Subaru Ascent Limited. "Thanks to our dedicated associates, we have continued to produce big numbers in spite of supply chain issues," said Scott Brand, executive vice president.At the time of its groundbreaking on May 14, 1987, the Lafayette plant was a joint venture between ...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/09

LA Auto Show 2022: Subaru premieres 2024 Impreza compact car On November 17, Subaru of America revealed to the world the all-new 2024 Impreza at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show. The sixth-generation 2024 Impreza will be available in Base, Sport and new RS trim levels, exclusively as a 5-door hatchback when it arrives in U.S. retailers in spring 2023.The Impreza is built at the company’s plant in Lafayette, Indiana.The Subaru Global Platform for ...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/18

Subaru debuts refreshed 2023 Ascent ahead of fall launch in U.S. On June 14, Subaru of America announced the 2023 Ascent 3-row family SUV with updated styling with a bolder front fascia incorporating a more prominent grille, redesigned LED headlights, and a more aggressive front bumper cover.Built at the Subaru plant in Lafayette, Indiana, the Ascent is the most versatile Subaru ever with 8-person seating or available captain’s chairs in the se...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/16

Subaru debuts refreshed 2023 Legacy in North America On May 12, Subaru debuted its 2023 Legacy sedan with revised front fascia that incorporates a more prominent grille and redesigned LED headlights, along with new safety and in-vehicle technologies. For the 2023 model year, the Legacy will be available in Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring XT trim in the U.S. (Touring, Limited and GT trim levels in Canada) when it arrives at dealerships ...

News  Updated at: 2022/05/19

Subaru suspends production at Lafayette plant amid semiconductor shortage On April 20, Subaru announced that the global semiconductor shortage is forcing it to suspend operations at its plant in Lafayette, Indiana plant for 10 workdays from April 19 through April 30, causing the loss of 15,000 vehicles of output.Production at the Lafayette plant, which builds the Impreza, Legacy, Ascent and Outback, will resume May 3.Subaru’s Yajima plant has i...

News  Updated at: 2021/04/21

Subaru of America debuts rugged, new 2022 Outback Wilderness On March 30, Subaru of America introduced its most rugged and capable Outback in its history, the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness.Built at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive plant in Lafayette, the Outback Wilderness adds exclusive styling with all-new front and rear bumpers, bold hexagonal front grille, larger wheel arch cladding, Front Skid Plate, unique hex-designed LED fog lights ...

News  Updated at: 2021/04/01

Subaru Philippines sets to launch all-new Evoltis 7-Seater SUV on April 12 Reported on March 18, 2021, the first of Subaru’s 6 promised all-new models for 2021 is almost upon Philippines, starting with the 2021 Evoltis. Known as the Ascent in North America, the Evoltis represents Subaru’s re-entry into the large 7-seater SUV segment, a segment which it competed in before with the Tribeca. The launch date is scheduled to be on April 12. The p...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/19

Subaru cuts output in Japan and U.S. citing global semiconductor shortage On January 14, Subaru Corp. announced it will cut output by "several thousand" vehicles in Japan and the U.S. in January, citing a global shortage of semiconductors.Subaru said that its factories in Gunma Manufacturing Plant (Main Plant, Yajima Plant, Oizumi Plant) will be halted temporarily for two days beginning January 15 because of supply constraints.Subaru will also r...

News  Updated at: 2021/01/15

Subaru breaks ground on USD 158 million plant expansion in Lafayette, Indiana On July 22, Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) broke ground on a USD 158 million expansion of its plant in Lafayette, Indiana. SIA had announced plans in February 2020 to expand its 820-acre campus by constructing a new service parts facility and adding a transmission assembly shop to its 4.7 million-square-foot plant. To support its growth, Subaru plans to create up t...

News  Updated at: 2020/07/25

Subaru recalling over 200,000 vehicles in U.S., Canada over fuel pump problem Subaru is recalling just over 200,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because fuel pumps can fail and cause engines to stall.The recall covers certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. In U.S. government documents, Subaru says that the low pressure fuel pump can fail. Engines could lose power while the vehicles are being driven. The engines also m...

News  Updated at: 2020/04/22