AWD, Safety & the Subaru Way: Made for Canadian Roads
An underrated legend that keeps chugging along, the Subaru line of vehicles, highlighted by the Ascent, Outback and Forester, really is the perfect brand to tackle life in Canada. Why is that, you’re no doubt asking? When you see the words “all-weather” and “all-terrain,” the glorious word “Canada” shouldn’t be too far behind. Those are pretty great descriptors of our lovely country, one with a wide variety of topographical geography, along with some of the most frigid deep freezes you could ever imagine, juxtaposed with some of the most sweltering heat you could ever feel. Subaru knows this all too well and has developed models based around tackling this uniquely Canadian driving experience, from AWD systems to safety features that you can count on. Need a refresher on why Subaru may be for you? Follow along with me below.
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Subaru: AWD OGs with Symmetrical AWD
Many brands highlight their own version of AWD and what it can do for you on uneasy terrain and the always-on-time winter roads each year. Nobody, though, takes their technology as seriously as Subaru, who have been fine-tuning their own Symmetrical AWD for over four decades now. This has all added up to Subaru having one of the most diverse ranges of AWD available across a model lineup. Symmetrical AWD isn’t a part-time employee when it comes to the job of winter driving; it’s full-time with benefits. Meaning, the system is always on and active, able to combat tough conditions at the drop of a hat, sending power to all 4 wheels, a lessened ability to slip, and quicker in handling different types of terrain that might appear in an instant. Trust the OGs in AWD and trust in Subaru.
X-MODE: When AWD Isn’t Enough
As if Symmetrical AWD wasn’t enough, how about we toss in the perfect balance to said all-wheel drive system in the form of X-MODE. Found on Lineartronic CVT-equipped models like the Ascent, Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback, it utilizes Hill Descent Control as a jumping off point to trampoline above and beyond AWD for ultimate control on any rough and tumble terrain. Push the X MODE button and let the engine, transmission, AWD torque split and brakes combine to make short work of the most intimidating terrain, whether you’re on slippery, rained-out roads, traversing up a steep hill or heading down a tricky decline. How great is Subaru? They thought, sure, we have Symmetrical AWD, but what if we improved on our own technology? Be like Subaru and don’t be satisfied with the ordinary; get the best of the best for any Canadian road condition.
Subaru Safety: Not Just a Feature, a Foundation
“Safety” is such a broad term when it comes to vehicles, and, of course, every vehicle across every model line has a great deal of it. But what does “safety” really mean when it comes to a vehicle? To Subaru, it means starting out with the actual design of the vehicle first, being constructed with the strongest materials, and made in such a way that is easy to control and navigate for the driver. Next is where we get into active safety features, things like AWD (remember that?), brake assist, vehicle dynamics control and more. These are driving features that improve how you actually control, handle and brake your Subaru. After that, we add in a dash of preventative safety features, this is where we get into the technology (Subaru 🤝 technology), with advanced tech like EyeSight Driver Assist, Rear/Side Vehicle Detection and more, helping drivers avoid collisions out on the road. To top it all off, it’s the classics, passive safety, throwing back to that safe build of the model, covering everything from a full suite of airbags to intentionally designed bumpers. Common for all brands, sure, but taken further with Subaru’s advanced blend of technologies focused on these top two core ideals for decades.
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