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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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Best Song Playlist For Holiday Travel

Best Song Playlist For Holiday Travel

Photo by Erik Mclean on Unsplash   Are you traveling for the Holidays? Whether you’re heading to a new vacation destination or just heading to your family’s home base for the holiday events, a good playlist is a necessary part of your drive. Kids will cling to their technology, but a good song can help break the monotony of a long drive, especially on rural roads.   That’s why we’re giving you a playlist of some of our favorite holiday travel songs. Not all are Christmas-themed -- in fact, we snuck in Hanukkah and Kwanzaa favorites -- and some are just universally good for travel. Most of these are available on Spotify; if you stream music there!   Driving Home for Christmas - Chris Rea Perfect - Ed Sheeran River -- Joni Mitchell Quiet Backdrop for Holiday Time - Night Time Jazz Moods Everybody Wants to Rule The World - Tears For Fears Skating - Vince Guaraldi Trio Dreidel Dreidel - Meshugga Beach Party This Christmas - Donny Hathaway ... read more

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Travel Tips

The Top 7 Things Every Subaru Driver Should Know

The Top 7 Things Every Subaru Driver Should Know

Photo by Toby Parsons on Pixabay   November has arrived. It’s a great month for hopping into your Subaru and seeing the great outdoors! Washington’s lovely as the leaves turn, and we hope you are getting out and enjoying the scenery as much as you can this month.   As a Subaru owner or a potential Subaru owner, there’s so much to acclimate yourself to the brand as you get one. One of the first things you’ll encounter is how loyal the love for Subaru is among Subaru owners. The second will be that Subarus and dogs seem always to go together.    As a new or potential owner, there are a few things that you should know about your vehicle and the brand in general-- here’s a quick cheat sheet of the highlights:   All Wheel Drive: Subaru is the only car brand with symmetrical all-wheel drive, allowing for better balance, control, and traction.   Safety: Subaru is considered one of the safest car brands on the market.   ... read more

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Community

A Pet Fundraiser in Candy’s Memory!

A Pet Fundraiser in Candy’s Memory!

Photo by huoadg5888 from Pixabay   October comes with many different emotions here at Suburb Service. While it’s a fun month for children with Halloween at the end and the Holidays in sight, it’s also a month where we worry about the safety of our vehicles quite a bit. With people traveling for the holidays, an iffy set of brakes can spell disaster for a family.    We try to get as many people in during October for their wintering needs, as the traffic picks up quite a bit in November and December! We hope that if your Subaru requires brake repairs or other services, you will please get in touch with us soon to arrange service!   For us, one of the most beautiful ... read more

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Community

Top 5 Signs You Are a Subaru Enthusiast

Top 5 Signs You Are a Subaru Enthusiast

Photo by jtaevans on Pixabay How much do you love Subaru? When you reflect on it, how deep is your love for the brand? When you hear an I Love You, does your mind go immediately to your Subaru? Do you wish you could buy Subaru bedsheets (you can) and drink from a Subaru mug (you can)? Take a look at the top 5 signs that you are a Subaru enthusiast and see if you qualify! 1. You call yourself a Subie. It’s an unofficial nickname for Subaru enthusiasts, an actual trademark of the top fans. And you connect with other people the ... read more

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Community

What Your Young Driver Should Know About Subaru Maintenance

What Your Young Driver Should Know About Subaru Maintenance

Photo by Matan Ray Vizel on Pixabay   As we get closer to the new school year, many first-time drivers will start out on Lake Forest Park roads. It’s an exciting time for them as they discover the freedom that a car and a full tank of gas can bring.    Do you have a young driver in your home learning about cars for the first time? Passing on Subbie love is a beautiful experience. Subaru’s state-of-the-art safety features, affordability, and fuel efficiency are just a few reasons why Subaru is a great first car for a new driver. But they must understand the responsibility of upkeep that comes with owning a vehicle for the first time. Here are a few things for new drivers to keep in mind about Subaru maintenance:   Read the owner’s manual - this step ought to be obvious, but it’s often skipped. People will only refer to the manual when they need to know something and never take the time to read it. This step should be a gatekeeper to gaining ... read more