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Dave Mirra Rally Car & Team Trailer On Display at Subaru Superstore’s 2011 Battle of the Brands Car Show, November 13th
05 October '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Battle of the Brands, Dealership News, Events.
Photo: Subaru Rally Team USA rally car and trailer will be on display at Subaru Superstore's 2011 Battle of the Brands car show.
On November 13, Subaru Superstore will be hosting the 2011 “Battle of the Brands” car show, featuring a special Meet-and-Greet with Subaru Rally Team USA driver Dave Mirra. Also on display at the Chandler Subaru car show will be an authentic Dave Mirra #40 Subaru Impreza WRX STI rally car and a customized trailer featuring SPT parts, rally videos, photos, and more.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store from the Subaru Rally Team at the 2011 Battle of the Brands
Dave Mirra Meet-and-Greet
Meet Subaru Rally Team USA driver Dave Mirra in person! Mirra will be on hand to sign autographs and shake hands with Subaru enthusiasts at our Chandler Subaru dealership on November 13 for the 2011 Battle of the Brands car show.
Dave Mirras’s Official Subaru Impreza WRX STI Rally Car
The official rally car of the Subaru Rally Team is the WRX STI.
The 2011 WRX STI is the third-generation of the rally-bred supercar, which Subaru of America first launched to the U.S. market in 2004. Developed by Subaru Tecnica International, the high-performance and motorsports subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd., the WRX STI is far more than a modified version of the WRX. The two models share a basic architecture, some interior trim, but little beyond that. Nearly every major mechanical system in the WRX STI is unique to this model: engine, transmission, DCCD All-Wheel Drive system, special suspension, brakes, plus interior appointments.
Subaru Rally Team USA Trailer
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to win the gold in the Subaru Rally Team trailer. Inside you’ll find SPT parts, rally videos, team photos, Playstation3 with DiRT2 videogame, and Subaru Rally Team USA giveaways.
Check out the photos below from past Subaru Rally Team USA events, and then click here to register your Subaru or Honda vehicle for the Battle of the Brands car show, or simply mark your calendars for the November 13 Chandler Subaru event!
[Photos courtesy Subaru Rally Team]
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Subaru Supertore Car Review – All New Subaru Forester
04 October '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Featured Vehicles, New Subaru Models, Subaru Forester, Videos.
Richard Cvijanovich, Owner/General Manager of Subaru Superstore in Chandler, Arizona, gives you an inside look at the brand new Subaru Forester. Watch this in depth video showcasing all of the great features the Forester has to offer.
For more information visit: ShopSubaru.com and don’t forget to like us on Facebook.
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Subaru Video: “Gunning for Gold” 2011 Rally America Championship Documentary
30 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, Events, Subaru WRX, Videos.
Check out this short film “Gunning for Gold” — a behind-the-scenes look at how drivers David Higgins and Dave Mirra helped Subaru Race Team USA capture the gold at the 2011 Rally America Championship.
Higgins and teammate Mirra both drove 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STIs that were race-prepared to produce over 300 hp for the Rally America series, and over 550 hp for the Global Rallycross Series and X Games.
Former pro-BMX rider Dave Mirra is one of the world’s best-known Action Sports athletes and holds the record for the most total X Games medals, as well as the record for the most Gold medals. Mirra is credited with bringing freestyle BMX to the mainstream, but traded in his pedal power for horsepower when he joined Subaru Rally Team USA in late 2007.
You can meet Dave Mirra in person on November 13 at Subaru Superstore, which will be hosting the 2011 Battle of the Brands Car Show and debuting the 2012 Impreza. In addition to meeting one of the best rally car drivers in the country, you’ll also see hundreds of Vintage, Modified, Street Legal, Not Street Legal and Race Subaru cars competing head-to-head with some of Arizona’s hottest Honda cars for the grand prize trophy and “Battle of the Brand” victory bragging rights.
Register now to enter your Subaru into the competition, or simply stop by Subaru Superstore November 13 for a day of food, drinks, entertainment and tough competition!
2011 Battle of the Brands Car Show
November 13, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Subaru Superstore
1050 S. Gilbert Road
Chandler, AZ 85286
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Subaru Facebook Fans Choose Make-A-Wish Foundation for Share the Love Event
30 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, Events, Promotions.
Subaru Facebook fans have voted, and the nonprofit charity they’ve chosen to “Share Their Love” with is the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
For the first time ever, Subaru invited Facebook fans to vote on a charitable organization for the automaker’s fourth annual Share The Love event. After three weeks of voting, Subaru Facebook fans added the Make-A-Wish Foundation to a roster of charities anticipated to receive a collective $5 million in donations from Subaru.
The Share The Love event, which donates $250 for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased from Nov. 19 through Jan. 3, has donated nearly $15 million to charitable causes since the program’s inception three years ago. The other recipient organizations that will benefit from this year’s program include American Forests, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), Meals On Wheels Association of America, and Special Olympics.
“At Subaru, we support causes that our owners are also passionate about. This year we took the Share The Love event a step further and asked our Facebook fans to decide which organization they’d like to add to the designated charities for this year’s event. We’re absolutely delighted to welcome the Make-A-Wish Foundation as the People’s Choice to join our existing charities,” said Brian Johnson, national advertising manager, Subaru of America, Inc.
Get up-to-the-minute news on all Subaru events and contests by “Liking” Subaru Superstore’s Facebook page, Facebook.com/subarusuperstore.
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Subaru Superstore Announcement: Subiefest 2011 Comes to Pomona Fairplex October 22!
29 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, Events.
- photo – mysubie.com
Where does a Subaru lover go to get his or her fix for all things Subaru? Subiefest, of course!
Subiefest, the largest all-Subaru motorsport event in America, returns for its 6th consecutive year at its brand new Pomona Fairplex location on October 22. Relocating closer to Los Angeles means Subiefest 2011 will be bigger and better than ever, featuring:
* Hundreds of Subaru’s: street, race, show, rally, muddin’, etc.
* Guest appearance from Subaru Rally Team USA driver Dave Mirra
* All-Subaru AutoX
* All Subaru Car Show
* Wet Skid Pad presented by HOONIGAN
* Lessons from Driving Instructors
* Huge vendor section w/ epic deals!
* Tuning / performance tech seminars
* Thousands in give-away’s just for attending!
* Dent Removal / Vinyl Installs
* Dunk Tank, Climbing Wall, Scavenger Hunt, Kids Area, more family fun!
* A whole bunch more in the works!!!!
Check out the official Subiefest 2011 Press Release below for more information.
Can’t make it to the Pomona Fairplex in October? Get your Subaru fix and meet Dave Mirra at Subaru Superstore’s 2011 Battle of the Brands Car Show, featuring the hottest Subaru’s and Honda’s in Arizona competing head-to-head for the grand prize trophy.
Come to Subaru Superstore November 13 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day of food, drinks, entertainment, raffles, vendors, and – of course – Subaru’s. Plus, get a chance to meet Dave Mirra at a special meet-and-greet!
Want to compete? Click here to register your Subaru or Honda before space runs out. We’ll see you November 13 at our Chandler Subaru dealership, located off the SanTan 202 freeway and Gilbert Rd in Chandler, Arizona!
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| The All-Subaru Shoot-Out And Show-Off Relocates To The Pomona Fairplex Oct. 22 Subiefest, the largest all-Subaru motorsport event in America, returns for its 6th consecutive year with new fun for the entire family. Gates at Subiefest’s new Pomona Fairplex location open at 9am sharp on October 22! |
| Los Angeles, California (September 19, 2011)– This year is a landmark year for Subiefest as it brings Subaru centered entertainment even closer to the Los Angeles masses. “The idea of a new location and revised format came straight from the feedback we received from both attendees and sponsors,” said Robert Champion, Event Director. “The passion of Subaru owners combined with an event that supports them is what has made Subiefest the largest ongoing all-Subaru motorsport event in America.”This year’s show is a direct product of the feedback provided in 2010. “We’ve answered attendees with refocused content to include more of the community, better activities, and more value to sponsors,” stated Champion. The backbone of Subiefest, an all-Subaru car show, returns and is open to street cars, show cars, rally cars, and race cars. Official Subiefest media partner, DSPORT Magazine, will present an “Editor’s Choice” award to a lucky entrant in the car show.Subiefest has invited professional driving instructors to staff the all-Subaru autocross to help enthusiasts understand how to drive their Subarus faster and more safely. Enthusiasts without a Subaru suitable for autocross will be able to win a chance to drive the 2011 Subaru STI featured in the movie “Born to Race” by filling out the application at www.irvinesubaru.com or at Irvine Subaru in Lake Forest, CA.
Hoonigan has sponsored the wet skid pad area where drivers can safely practice their drifting skills with minimal risk. Barrels will allow for gymkhana-style figure-eight practice. This will be an event favorite for both those driving and watching. Drivers should pre-register for this early, as spots are limited. Already massively popular, the Subiefest vendor area has grown to include even more brands featuring wheels, tunes, brakes, turbos, skidplates, other aftermarket Subaru parts as well as apparel. Evan Cline of Exedy Clutch said, “The Subaru market and the Subaru enthusiast play such a pinnacle role in the performance industry – Exedy is eagerly awaiting their return to Subiefest. After attending Subiefest for the first time last year, we knew we would be involved from then on out.” Exclusive Subiefest only deals will be too good to miss. Visit http://www.subiefest.com/sponsors for a list of event vendors and sponsors. Rounding out the vendor area will be onsite dent removal and vinyl installation services so owners can take care of any cosmetics that have been nagging. Onsite vinyl decal and graphics application will allow owners to add finishing touches and personalization while still at the event. Subiefest 2011 will feature more fun activities including a climbing wall, Subaru scavenger hunt, kids area, dunk tank to raise money for Scoobies for Boobies, and more family fun. For animal lovers, the Subiefest staff is currently working with ASPCA to bring some pet friendly elements to the event, as well as raise awareness for its cause. Now in its 6th year, Subiefest is purpose built for Subaru owners to connect and make friends. It’s made Subiefest the largest show of its type and helped grow it every year. Subiefest thanks its owners, vendors, and sponsors and looks forward to seeing everyone on October 22nd at Pomona Fairplex. Tickets are available here: www.subiefest.com/tickets |
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Subaru Superstore Report: Subaru Outback Named “2011 Best Car for Families”
28 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, Subaru Outback.
Photo: 2011 Subaru Outback named Best Car for Families by Kiplinger's.
Choosing a family car is one of the most important buying decisions you will make, and one of the most difficult. With so many vehicles to choose from, how do you know which vehicles are the best for families?
The answer, of course, depends on your budget and the size of your family. But it also helps to have recommendations from a trusted source like Kiplinger’s, which recently compiled a list of the 2011 Best Cars for Families.
Topping the list as one of the best cars for families was the Subaru Outback, which boasts 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space for strollers and other gear, 29 mpg highway, and positive reviews from parents. It also received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick – which means it received the top rating not only for front, side and rear crash tests but also for roof-strength rollover tests. Traction control, stability control and six airbags also come standard.
Oh, and did we mention it has the best resale value out of any other wagon?
Here’s what Kiplinger’s had to say about the Subaru Outback being one of its Best Cars for Families:
Subaru’s Outback grew to even more generous, family-friendly proportions with its 2010 redesign. Kiplinger’s Best in Class wagon offers more rear legroom than any of its wagon peers, and its taller height makes installing safety seats easier.
The cargo area is roomy and comes with a removable tray to protect the carpet. The Outback is tops for resale value among wagons, too.
You can check out the family-friendly Subaru Outback at Subaru Superstore – the largest Subaru dealership serving Chandler, Phoenix, Mesa and Tempe.
Subaru Superstore
1050 S. Gilbert Road
Chandler, AZ 85286
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Subaru Superstore to Debut 2012 Impreza at “Battle of the Brands” Car Show
27 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Events, New Subaru Models, Promotions, Subaru Impreza.
Photo: Subaru Superstore Debuts 2012 Impreza November 13
On Sunday, November 13th, Subaru Superstore and SanTan Honda Superstore of Chandler will present the 2011 “Battle of the Brands” Car Show, featuring special guest, Subaru Rally Team USA Driver, Dave Mirra!
Car enthusiasts of all kinds will enjoy the Battle of the Brands car show and competition, which will pit Subaru, Honda and Acura models against each other in classes that include Vintage, Modified, Street Legal, Not Street Legal and Race to see which car wins the grand prize trophy and bragging rights as the 2011 Battle of the Brands winner.
Come see some of the hottest cars in Arizona compete head-to-head and take advantage of the one-on-one Meet and Greet with Dave Mirra while enjoying food, drinks, entertainment, raffles and vendors.
As if that isn’t enough to get you out that Sunday, Subaru Superstore will also debut the 2012 Subaru Impreza at the car show!
The highly anticipated 2012 Impreza boasts a bolder, more dynamic design that’s lighter, quicker and better-handling than previous Impreza models. In addition to being the roomiest and sportiest Impreza ever, the 2012 Impreza is the most fuel-efficient all-wheel-drive vehicle in America at 36 mpg.
Click here to register your Subaru, Honda or Acura car now before space runs out.
Not looking to compete? Come as our guest on November 13th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and enjoy all the fun happening at our Chandler Subaru dealership located off the SanTan 202 freeway and Gilbert Rd in Chandler, Arizona.
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Subaru Superstore Report: Subaru Legacy Earns 2011 Ideal Vehicle Award
26 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, Subaru Legacy.
Photo: Subaru Legacy at Subaru Superstore
The Subaru Legacy has won several awards, including earning a 2011 IIHS Top Safety Pick and a 2011 Residual Value Award. But perhaps the most important honor the Subaru Legacy has earned is a 2011 Ideal Vehicle Award, which reveals which vehicles most closely match their owner’s desires.
According to automotive research and consulting firm AutoPacific, the 2011 Subaru Legacy the top-rated midsize car by its owners when it comes to matching what they want.
“Everyone has had the experience of wanting to change something after you’ve bought it and experienced it for a while. This is especially true of vehicles,” says AutoPacific President George Peterson. “This research recognizes the vehicles that owners want to change the least.”
2011 Ideal Vehicle Awards
To come up with their 2011 Ideal Vehicle Award winners, AutoPacific poured over more than 72,000 consumer surveys. To determine the winners, owners rated their new car or truck on how close it came to “ideal” in 15 different categories ranging from power and acceleration to safety features and storage. The vehicles that customers said they would change the least were considered the most “ideal.”
“It’s getting harder and harder to measure quality differences in today’s vehicles,” says Peterson. “Consumers need better insights into which vehicles will meet their ideal for comfort, ride and handling, cargo space, and other attributes that are experienced on a daily basis. IVA winners deliver the most of what consumers are really looking for in their vehicles. Shoppers can use the IVAs as a benchmark for vehicles that are designed and built with customers in mind.”
Now that the Subaru Legacy has set the benchmark for the midsize car segment, we suggest you check out the award-winning sedan at Subaru Superstore. Subaru Superstore’s Phoenix Subaru dealership has the largest inventory of new and certified pre-owned Subaru vehicles in Arizona.
Stop by this weekend to check out the 2011 Legacy and Subaru Superstore’s other award-winning models.
Subaru Superstore
1050 S. Gilbert Road
Chandler, AZ 85286
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Subaru Superstore Offer: Free 3-Month Subscription to SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio
21 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Dealership News, New Subaru Models.
Want yet another reason to buy a new Subaru at Subaru Superstore’s Phoenix Subaru dealership? Subaru Superstore is offering free SIRIUS XM satellite radio service on certain Subaru models!
All new or leased 2011 Subaru vehicles equipped with SIRIUS XM satellite radio are eligible for a three-month complimentary subscription to SIRIUS XM satellite radio service. It’s just one of the many advantages of buying a new Subaru at our Phoenix Subaru dealership.
Inside every Subaru you’ll find the right technological features to help you get the most out of every excursion behind the wheel. Interacting with your electronics is more convenient and more rewarding thanks to available systems like the voice-activated navigation system, Bluetooth capability, and mediaHUB — which allows you to connect and control a wide variety of media devices, including the iPod.
Subaru Superstore’s Free SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio Trial is just another added convenience to make every trip in your new Subaru more rewarding.
Click here to learn how to activate your Free Subaru Satellite Radio Trial.
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SUBARU SUPERSTORE PRESENTS BATTLE OF THE BRANDS – NOVEMBER 13, 2011
20 September '11 by SUBARULOVERS, under Events, Promotions, Uncategorized.
Coming this fall, on Sunday, November 13th, Subaru Superstore and SanTan Honda Superstore of Chandler present the 2011 “Battle of the Brands” Car Show with special guest, Subaru Rally Team USA Driver, Dave Mirra!
For car enthusiasts, if you own a Subaru, Honda or Acura and think it deserves to be seen, this is your opportunity to show it. We’re looking for models of all classes including Vintage, Stock, Modified, Unlimited and Race. Our team of judges will decide the winners of each category for each brand. The first place winner of each Subaru category and the first place winner of each Honda category will then go Head-to-Head for the grand prize trophy and “Battle of the Brand” victory bragging rights! Limited space is available, click here to register now.
Not looking to compete? Come as our guest and take advantage of the one-on-one Meet and Greet with Dave Mirra while enjoying food, drinks, entertainment, and tough competition!
Mark your calendar for Sunday, November 13th 8am-3pm and enjoy all the fun happening at our dealership located off the SanTan 202 freeway and Gilbert Rd in Chandler, Arizona.
