ry Japanese answer to apartment charging constraints and disaster resilience, and it underlined Nissan’s strength in energy management, yet it also framed BEVs as part of a wider energy service proposition rather than as the automatic replacement for every combustion model. Elsewhere, Mitsubishi, Subaru and Suzuki reinforced the broader pattern in their own corners of the market. Mitsubishi refreshed its “Forever Adventure” story with the E...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

JMS 2025: Subaru to hold world premiere of 2 concept models On October 15, Subaru announced that its exhibit outline for the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (Press Days: October 29-30, Public Days: October 31-November 9) held at Tokyo Big Sight. Under the exhibition concept of “Driving the Subaru Difference,” the booth will feature two distinct areas: a Performance scene , which expresses the joy of driving, and an Adventure scene , which conveying ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

All-new Subaru Forester 2.5 i-S EyeSight launched in Thailand, fully imported from Japan Announced on October 3, 2025, TC Subaru (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the official distributor of Subaru vehicles in Thailand, has launched the all-new Subaru Forester 2.5i-S ES AWD CVT 26MY, fully imported from Japan.  The company noted that its Thai-assembled Forester stocks had been depleted. The all-new Forester highlights Japanese craftsmanship and advanced saf...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/03

y/y to 1,046,504 units, while passenger cars fell 9.5% y/y to 209,862 units. Total inventory stood at 2.76 million vehicles in early September, up 4.8% from the previous month but still 3.9% lower than a year earlier. As of the end of August, days’ supply by brand showed relatively low levels for Subaru (38 days), BMW (34), Lexus (31), Kia (27), Mitsubishi (25) and Toyota (22). Higher levels were seen for Ram (86 days), VW (79), Acura (72), Lin...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

All-new Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid launched in Philippines Reported on September 27, 2025, the all-new 6th-generation Subaru Forester compact SUV has officially been launched in the Philippines, priced from PHP 2.498 million. The 2026 Forester is powered by a second-generation e-Boxer hybrid system that combines a 2.5-liter Boxer engine with dual electric motors for a total of 197 hp. The FB25 engine produces 164 hp and 209 Nm, while the moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/01

Quad Motor 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Candidates:  Acura ADX  Audi Q5  Cadillac Escalade IQ  Cadillac OPTIQ  Cadillac VISTIQ  Ford Expedition  Genesis GV70  Honda Passport  Hyundai Ioniq 9  Hyundai Palisade  Jeep Cherokee  Lucid Gravity  Nissan Leaf  Polestar 4  Subaru Forester Hybrid  Toyota 4Runner  Toyota RAV4 Hybrid  Volkswagen Tiguan  Volvo EX30 (NACTOY release on September 17, 2025) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

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 sales plunge 64% in H1 2025 in Philippines, Forester Hybrid expected to drive recovery Reported on August 28, 2025, Motor Image Philippines has faced a challenging 2025, with Subaru vehicle sales in the Philippines dropping 64% YoY in H1 2025, according to parent Tan Chong International Limited (TCIL). Exact numbers were not disclosed in TCIL’s interim results. The brand attributes the decline to preferential tax incentives for new energ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

Subaru launches all-new 2025 Forester in South Africa On August 28, Subaru launched the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester in Southern Africa, marking the debut of the sixth-generation model with a sharper design, advanced safety features, and enhanced versatility. The new Forester is equipped with Subaru’s 2.5-litre BOXER engine, delivering 136kW of power and 247Nm of torque, paired with a Lineartronic CVT featuring an 8-step manual mode operated v...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

Subaru launches Hybrid Forester SUV in South America On August 20, it was reported that Subaru launched the new Forester in Chile as part of its regional introduction. The Forester, representing 40% of Subaru’s sales in Argentina, continues to appeal to customers seeking a versatile vehicle for daily use and adventure. Additionally, Subaru will relaunch the Impreza later this year, while also planning updates for the WRX and future introduction...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

nventory: Toyota (26 days), Lexus (34), BMW (34), Kia (36)- High Inventory: Jeep (72 days), Lincoln (70), Ram (69), Ford (68), Cadillac (67), Infiniti (75), Acura (71), Volkswagen (83)Among other Japanese brands, Honda had 45 days of inventory, Nissan 54 days, Mazda 46 days, Mitsubishi 41 days, and Subaru 44 days. Among Korean brands, Hyundai and Genesis each had 57 days of inventory. U.S. new vehicle sales (July 2025) 2025July 2024July ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Subaru to start sales of 2026 Forester SUV in Mexico On July 2, it was reported that Subaru will soon begin sales in Mexico of the 2026 Forester. The 2026 Forester offers two powertrain options. The gasoline version features a 2.5-liter Boxer engine producing 182 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque, paired with a Lineatronic CVT, and delivers a combined fuel efficiency of 16.1 km/l. The new e-Boxer HEV pairs the same engine with an electric motor generat...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/05

and and rush purchases ahead of expected price hikes caused by upcoming additional U.S. tariff. However, the market's growth slowed compared to March and April, indicating that the pre-tariff demand spike may have reached its peak. According to U.S. media reports on June 4, automakers such as Ford, Subaru, Mitsubishi and Hyundai are planning to raise sticker prices in coming weeks in response to the tariff hikes, with other OEMs likely to follow ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Subaru Australia opens pre-orders for all-new Forester SUV Announced on May 28, 2025, Subaru Australia has officially opened pre-orders for the all-new Subaru Forester SUV across Subaru Retailers nationwide. Redesigned for those with a spirit of adventure, the latest Forester pairs bold new styling with enhanced performance and cutting-edge technology. Engineered to take on Australia’s varied terrain, it features Subaru’s legendary Symmetrica...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

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 plans to launch HEV models in Philippines in 2025 Reported on April 26, 2025, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines, is preparing to introduce Subaru hybrid models to the local market in 2025. This development was revealed in the 2024 Annual Report of its parent company, Tan Chong International Limited. In the Philippines, the preferential tax regime on electrified vehicles has impacted the group’s...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

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 launches all-new Forester e-BOXER in UK On February 12, Subaru UK & Ireland launched the all-new Forester e-BOXER in UK. The prices start from GBP 38,995 for the Limited model, rising to GBP 42,995 for the Touring variant. The vehicle is built on an improved Subaru global platform, which now features a stronger inner frame and more use of structural adhesive, increasing bonded areas from 8 meters to approximately 27 meters. This enhancemen...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

Subaru debuts all-new 2025 Forester Hybrid with next-gen powertrain in U.S. On February 6, Subaru of America revealed its first-ever U.S. Forester Hybrid, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid, at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show. The 2025 Forester Hybrid will arrive at retailers nationwide in spring 2025, starting at USD 34,995 MSRP. The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is the first model in the Subaru lineup to be powered by a next-generation Subaru series-para...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/07