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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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6 Ways You Could be Killing Your Subaru

Auto care isn't always a top priority for car owners...but it should be. Owning a Subaru (or any car, really!) can be a blessing or a curse. Depending on how often and how well you maintain your vehicle, you could run it for years with no issues-or you could find yourself in an expensive heap of repairs. Want to avoid a breakdown or malfunction? Create good auto care and maintenance habits-and avoid these 6 ways you could be killing your car! Here Are 6 Ways You Could be Killing Your Subaru Wondering what's killing your Subaru? Here are 6 things you should stop doing right now if you want your Subaru to perform optimally. Ignoring the check engine light Ignoring your check engine light is good for no one. Get it checked out-even if it's a false alarm, you can have your mechanic turn off the light and assure you that nothing is wrong. And, if something has gone awry, having your car checked ASAP can save you from further damage (and more costly ... read more

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Seattle’s Drivers Rank High For Road Rage: How To Protect Yourself (And Your Subaru)

Seattle drivers know that navigating the city can be overwhelming at times. Traffic never seems to lighten up and driving cautiously isn't always an option. You must always, always, always pay attention to the other drivers on the road...which begs the question: why is road rage so bad in Seattle? Let's find out. Why Is Road Rage So Bad in Seattle? Seattle has a serious and growing traffic problem. Too many people. Too much construction. Not an ample amount of roads. With lots of traffic and similar issues, comes distracted driving. Distracted drivers are everywhere in our great city and we've all been guilty. Whether you've fiddled with your stereo at a stop light, checked your makeup in the mirror, or responded to a text during a slow down, you've been a culprit of distracted driving. How Does Distracted Driving Lead to Road Rage? Let's face it, it's impossible to drive 100% safely unless the task of driving has your full attention. All non-d ... read more

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The Best Windshield Washer Fluid Hack

Windshield Washer Fluid Hack Frozen Windshield Washer Fluid? Here's How to Fix It ASAP Are you ready to go up to Whistler this winter? Is the car packed and ready to go? Before you take off, you'll want to make sure this one thing is prepared: you windshield washer fluid. At Suburb Service, we get endless calls about frozen windshield washer fluid as our customers head up to the slopes. Don't let this be you! The windshield washer fluid that we add to our customer Subaru's works well at around 34 degrees Fahrenheit. If you're heading up to colder temperatures, we've got a solution for you. Here is the #1 windshield washer fluid hack for cold temperatures from Suburb Service's very own Candy. (You can also watch her explain these hacks on Facebook here.)How to Unfreeze Windshield Washer Fluid: Our #1 Hacks ... read more

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6 Cold Weather Tips to Keep Pets Warm in Seattle

Baby, it's cold outside-and you really can't leave your pets in the car unattended. Winter in Seattle can be brutal on man's best friend in more ways than one. Want to keep your furry friends comfy and cozy this winter? Here are our best cold weather tips to keep pets warm-even on the go! 1. Let pets inside your home. Inclement weather is inevitable in winter and your pets will need shelter to stay safe. Even when you leave the house, keep your pets indoors. Supervised walks and play time is recommended, but remember that it's best to bring them inside before night when temperatures drop. 2. Don't leave pets in the car alone. For your pet's health and safety, you should never leave them in the car alone. Pets with short hair can get cold easily and water bowls can freeze if the temperature drops even a little. Plus, in the state of Washington, it's a civil infraction to leave your pets in the car unattended. Any animal control officer or police officer ... read more

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What Exactly Is Subaru's DriverFocus?

Whether you're a Subaru owner or just someone with smart cars on the brain, you're about to be blown away. Subaru will always put your safety first. Wanting you and your family to be safe behind the wheel is of utmost priority-which is why they created DriverFocus. What is Subaru's DriverFocus? Subaru's DriverFocus features cutting-edge technology fighting one of the driver's toughest battles: distracted driving. As a driver monitoring system, Subaru's DriverFocus uses infrared sensors and facial recognition software to identify when a driver appears tired, fatigued, or distracted. Pretty cool, huh? Now, let us tell you which Subaru models will be featuring this innovative technology. What Subaru Models Will Include DriverFocus? Wondering what Subaru models will include the DriverFocus feature? Let's start with the 2019 Subaru Forester. The Forester will pair DriverFocus with the car's existing EyeSight technology to help keep ... read more

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