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Welcome to Subaru News, Suburb Service’s monthly blog! Subaru News is meant to educate, entertain, and engage you in monthly musings on such topics as auto mechanics, Subarus, travel, auto repair, and driving and living in the Lake Forest Park and Shoreline area. Our blogs are released on the first day of each month!

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What are the Best Car Colors to Buy?

Are you in the market for a new vehicle and wondering what car color to choose? When purchasing a new Subaru hatchback, sedan, or SUV, you'll want to consider color in your final decision. But, what are the best car colors to buy? We've got the answer. Why Does Car Color Matter? Choosing a car color can seem like a trivial thing. What's the difference in choosing a red Subaru over a silver one? Does it even matter? It does. If you're hoping to resell your Subaru at any point or trade it in for a decent price, you'll want to choose a popular color. While resale value can vary by location, make, and model, car color can also make a difference. A popular color will make your car more attractive to potential buyers down the road. According to Kelley Blue Book (KBB), today's most popular car color tends to remain in demand for at least five years-so you don't have to worry about selling tomorrow! Best Car Colors for Sedans & Hatch ... read more

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Our Favorite City Trails in Seattle

Looking for a great city trail to hike in Seattle this weekend? Look no further. Here are 7 of our favorite city trails in Seattle. Along Duamish River Trail by Robert Ashworth is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Green River Trail Approximately 19 miles long | Looking for the perfect long hike near the Green River? The Green River Trail runs along the banks of the Duwamish and Green Rivers. You can enjoy about a 19 mile jog crossing over the rivers along the way. As one of the region's longest contiguous trails, it's certainly a pop ... read more

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Our Philosophy on Brake Replacement

Do your brakes squeal, grind, or grab? Are you experiencing jerky stops? Is your warning light flashing? It might just be time for a brake system inspection. At Suburb Service, we our customer's safety is a top priority-and, while not the most glamorous car part, brakes are an important part of any working vehicle. Here's our philosophy on brake replacement. When Should You Change Your Brakes? For the most part, you can't see your brake system-so it's not always top of mind. Unless a warning light is flashing, you might be inclined to forget your brakes together. But, how often should you change your brakes? And, what do we mean when we say brakes...don't they come in a few parts? They do-brake pads and rotors-and here's when you should change each. When You Should Change Your Brakes On average, brake pads need to be replaced ever 40,000 to 60,000 miles depending on the following conditions. Driving habits Is your Subaru often used by ... read more

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How to Keep Your Subaru Safe When You're Hiking

After a perfect, sunny day spent hiking the outskirts of Seattle, the last thing you want is to find that your vehicle has been vandalized or robbed. This is the time of year, however, that vandals and thieves run rampant because they know you'll be away on a hike. Don't believe us? Last weekend, some of Suburb Service's own customers hiked the Olympic National Forest's Duckabush Trailhead. When they returned to their cars at the end of their hike, they found broken windows, lost tires, and siphoned gas. Thankfully, all of the owners made it out safely. At Suburb Service, we want to make it our mission to inform our customers of car safety-especially when they go on summer hikes near Seattle. Here's how to keep your Subaru (and yourself!) safe when you're hiking. 5 Tips for Keeping Your Subaru Safe When You're Hiking1. Don't leave anything of value in your car. First and foremost, don't leave anything of value in your car...even your car regi ... read more

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Is Driving a Stick Shift Causing You to Have Knee Pain?

Own a Subaru Crosstrek, Impreza, or WRX with a manual transmission? Experiencing left knee aches and pains? We've heard this complaint from a few of our regular customers and we wanted to get to the bottom of it. Is driving a stick shift causing them to have knee pain? Let's find out. Can Driving a Stick Shift Cause You to Have Knee Pain? Subaru manual transmissions are dependable and lightweight. While they allow the driver to take charge of their own personal driving style, manual transmissions also require you to manually shift the gears. Manually shifting gears can take a toll on the knees. Here's why. When you drive a stick shift, your left leg and right arm get quite the workout. When you drive an automatic, you'll operate with your right leg, but your left leg can pretty much just hang out. With a manual transmission, the left leg remains in an active position at all time. Extended to operate the clutch, your left leg can experience tension from the foo ... read more

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