Lake Forest Park Subaru Repair

Stay-at-home notices and shelter-in-place orders are still impacting drivers across the nation. As social distancing becomes the new normal and many are beginning to work at home and drive less, it's important not to overlook your Subaru service. Whether it's time for a little tidying up or some simple factory-scheduled maintenance, your car will thank you for the attention. A little time invested now can help prevent the need for repair down the road, so consider completing these tasks while you're stuck at home in Kenmore. 1. Start Your Car Regularly When was the last time you started your car's engine? If you can't remember, do it now. As Subaru owners wait out the pandemic, their vehicles sitting idle can result in dead batteries. You don't want to deal with that when it's time to go out to pick up groceries. And when starting the car, let it run for 10 minutes to reach normal operating temperature and give the battery a good charge before shutting it off ... read more

When was the last time you started your car? Before quarantine? A few days ago? If you don't have an immediate answer, it might be time to take it for a spin around the block. Now that you're not commuting into the office and taking the long scenic route around Seattle on the weekends, you might find yourself without as much need for a vehicle. However, when you leave your car sitting, your battery can go flat-even if it is only a few years old. Subaru batteries naturally self discharge; and today's models draw a small amount of power from the battery even when not in use to keep all the electrical systems working as they should. Over time, the battery will become fully discharged if not driven around-and at some point you may even require an early replacement. 3 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Car Battery There's really not a lot of things worse than finding yourself with a flat battery. Aside from driving your vehicle regularly, here are 3 ways to extend the ... read more

In a post-coronavirus world, we're all learning an entirely new set of social norms. Remembering to put on our masks before jetting off to the grocery store hasn't been easy. Going on the hunt for toilet paper? That's our idea of a Saturday adventure with the family. But, learning to navigate the new normal has come with its fair share of questions. Today, we're tackling this one: can hand sanitizer really explode in your car? COVID Question Answered: Can Hand Sanitizer Explode in the Car? If you've been lucky enough to snag some travel hand sanitizer from the store, you might be wondering where it's safe to leave-especially in the summer heat! you might be wondering where it's safe to leave-especially in the summer heat!Rumors have circulated that leaving a bottle of hand sanitizer in a hot car can cause it to explode. We say no way. While nothing is impossible, the likelihood of your hand sanitizer exploding in the hot car isn't very high. In fact, your car won't ... read more

For many, getting in the car can bring about thoughts of heavy traffic jams, honking horns, and stressed out commuters. If you live in Seattle, you might remember the dreaded daily traffic of the work week and even the hustle and bustle of the weekend roadways. But, according to researchers, taking a nice long solo drive on a long country road, a beautiful mountain bend, or stretch of interstate can actually help you reduce stress and clear your brain of all those creativity-blocking cobwebs. Here are 4 reasons why going for a leisurely drive in your Subaru can reduce stress and improve creativity. 4 Reasons a Leisurely Drive Can Help Reduce StressYou'll get some alone time. Alone time is good for the soul and the mind. Taking a long drive all by yourself will give you a chance to think, breathe, or completely turn your brain off, if you prefer. If you experience any type of social anxiety or pressure around others, a leisurely solo drive can also ... read more

Love your Subaru and want to show off your ride? You're going to want to snap some pretty cool pictures for Instagram, especially if it's new. Looking to sell your Subaru? You want it to look stunning-and a great photo can do nothing but impress potential buyers. Whether you're a car guy who loves to show off his ride online or you're a Subaru owner looking to rehome your pride and joy, here are our team's 5 tips for taking great car photos. 1. Chase golden hour. Any photographer will tell you that the perfect time to shoot outside is about two hours before sunset. Also known as "golden hour", this peak time frame will give you the best lighting for shooting objects outdoors. If you can't make golden hour work, shooting on a cloudy day will also help you capture the perfect shot without any light flares or misangled shadows. 2. Avoid shooting at eye-level. To make it artsy, mix up your perspective. Not every photo of your car has to be shot at eye ... read more