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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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How to Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

As much as we all love the summer, our bodies go through moments where they just need a break from the heat. Thankfully, we have easy access to relief! We can go indoors and enjoy air conditioning and drink cold water whenever we want. But what about your favorite dog? Most people view their pets as part of the family -- it’s important to keep in mind that not only do they feel the same temperatures as we do and more with their fur, but they don’t have as much freedom to seek refuge for themselves. Below are some key tips on how to keep your canine cool this summer Outdoors If you keep your pup outdoors, regardless of age they will need extra care through the summer. Make sure you have them secured in an area that has a great option for shade! But even more, to keep from overheating and provide some relief, give them a baby pool full of cool water to rinse off/lay down. Dogs cool down quicker from their belly side, so laying in the water or on a wet towel will help them more than dump ... read more

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7 Best Beaches in Washington to Visit with your Subie

Summer is a time to explore and enjoy the great outdoors. What better way than to drive around the Pacific Northwest exploring the beaches in your Subaru? From California-like beachy party scenes with colder water, to more secluded scenic beaches with a unique twist - we put together a list of : Our Favorite Washington beaches for you to visit this summer Kayaking to Jetty Island by Kari Quaas is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Jetty Island Park An offshore isle located in Everett, this man made island only takes a 10 minute free ferry ride to arrive on two miles of beach. Not only do you not need to wait hours in line to leave the mainland, but once you're there you are set for the day on this easy access island. One unique twist are the bathrooms are even offshore, floating in the water ... read more

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The Most Scenic Washington Roads To Explore This Summer

Picture this: the sun is shining, a few clouds scattered across the sky, the perfect breeze coming into your open windows as you glide through the Evergreen State taking in one gorgeous scene after another. These are the days we Pacific Northwesterners crave all year! There's nothing like the fresh air from a carefree drive down the coast to the forests in Washington. With Winter months away, you want to take advantage of this time as much as possible - but which roads are best suited for your intentional getaways? We've laid out some of the top scenic drives for you to explore this summer. 7 Scenic Drives in Washington you MUST Experience Chuckanut Drive vicinity of Bellingham Bay, Washington, 1926 Photographer: Kinsey, Darius Chuckanut Drive Voted the best scenic drive in 2016, this historic cliff-side highway runs between Seattle and Vancouver ... read more

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How to Camp with Your Subaru; Anytime, Anywhere

Love The Outdoors? 4 reasons to camp with your Subaru AND 5 Fun Ways to Do it! Do you love the great outdoors and your Subaru? Why not meld the two into an epic outdoor adventure? You can road trip and camp comfortably with your Subaru - no matter your Subaru make and model. With a bit of planning and flexibility, you can enjoy an incredible experience in the great outdoors on your camping adventure. With summer just around the corner, the weather is already perfect for camping in Washington. Maybe you're driving down the coast of the Pacific Northwest, or you're taking your Subaru through the inland terrain. Whether you're headed on a road trip and changing locations daily, or simply have one location in mind and are contemplating where to stay...we have some helpful benefits of camping in, on and outside of your vehicle, and tips on how to do so before you head out on the open road! Portability Of course your Subaru is portable, that's not what we are talking about. Think ab ... read more

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Know the Difference between an Auto Cooling System and Air Conditioning?

SUBURB SERVICE DOES! If the answer is no, you're not alone. The general population has a misperception that a vehicle runs on one continual cooling system that cools down both the engine and the cabin. In actuality, every vehicle has two separate systems! One for you, and one for your Subaru. If you're part of the Pacific Northwest during the summer months, you can be thankful you have an entire system to yourself, while your Subaru keeps cool on its own. So how can you tell the difference? The Auto Cooling System is...you guessed it...for the automobile! Which leaves the Air Conditioning all to you. We'll break down the differences, so the next time you bring your Subaru in for a tune-up, you can talk shop with the best of us. Auto Cooling System Ever get out of your car after a long drive, lean up against the hood while chatting with a fellow traveler, and quickly realize "whoops, that's hot!"? Your engine generates a lot of heat under there! It takes constant motion ... read more