22 Bar Harbor Road
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Ellsworth, ME 04605
The Smart Choice!
Many of us here lease our cars. Leasing is better for most people (although not everyone).
What we want most is for you to be happy with your vehicle. We want to do everything we can to make sure you like what you got and how you got it. We genuinely believe leasing would be a smart choice for most drivers, so we want you to know about it!
Many of us here lease our cars. Leasing is better for most people (although not everyone).
What we want most is for you to be happy with your vehicle. We want to do everything we can to make sure you like what you got and how you got it. We genuinely believe leasing would be a smart choice for most drivers, so we want you to know about it!
Adam goes step-by-step through using Subaru's Adaptive Cruise Control to make your life easier and safer. We have a transcript below as well as a guide with pictures to go through one thing at a time!
Rotating your tires saves you money. A proper tire rotation will ensure even wear on your tires. Even wear on your tires extends the life of your tires. Longer life on your tires means you don't have to buy as many. And not only that! Even tire wear also improves your gas mileage, and that saves you money at the pump. Ensuring even wear on your tires is much better on your suspension (reducing maintenance on that), which means it will improve handling and performance as well as reducing road noise.
The Subaru trailer hitch is strong. Really strong. We put one on for a guest recently, and took some pictures to show you why Subaru trailer hitches are really the way to go.
You can see that there are those nice, big sturdy plates acting as flanges contacting the Forester's frame.
Subaru prides itself on safety. Subaru is the only manufacturer to have every model in their lineup earn the IIHS Top Safety Pick award. Subaru has done it twice. (Fingers crossed for three in a row this year!) One of the most important safety features on a vehicle are its airbags. Airbags have gotten a lot of attention in the last year, and we want to make sure that all our guests have all the information they need to be informed and safe!
Subaru uses both Autoliv and Takata.
Subaru EyeSight uses stereo cameras to track vehicles, lanes, obstacles, and other objects. It then takes that information and uses it to help you stay safe!
It is winter! Which means there are occasions where EyeSight will be disabled for one of a few reasons. EyeSight is a tremendous help, but it does have its limitations. Understanding stereo vision and mapping an environment takes a lot of effort so things that make that more difficult make it harder for EyeSight to function. Sun glare and inclement weather make it very difficult…
Direction: uses…
What is the difference between an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) car and a Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) car? Both cars drive all four wheels so in one sense there is…
What is EyeSight?
EyeSight is a driving support system that uses a range of functions to assist the driver in making decisions in order to provide for more safe and comfortable driving and to reduce driver fatigue. It is designed to help assist drivers, not replace them.
EyeSight is new Subaru technology that monitors your safety whether your eyes are on the road or not. Subaru takes a look into the future with EyeSight. Two…
Subaru's Summer 2013 Drive issue features an article on Aha Radio, the new streaming radio service powered by Aha by Harmon. (This comes from the Harmon Kardon stereo systems featured in most new Subaru vehicles.) As Bryan Norman describes below, Aha radio-- which is a free-to-use service with a free-to-download smartphone app-- provides simplicity, variety, and immediacy in a…
Lineartronic® CVT
According to Subaru's Drive Magazine, "the CVT concept and technology are not new: CVT was conceptualized by Leonardo Da Vinci in the late 15th century, and it was available on the Subaru Justy from the late 1980s through the mid 1990s, the first car with a CVT for the U.S. automobile market."
"A continuously variable…
What is a Certified Pre Owned Subaru? | What Makes A Subaru A Certified Subaru?
It all starts with a Subaru and love. A Subaru that has been gently cared for, with low miles, and has been serviced regularly is the main ingredient in the Certified Subaru recipe. We then take this beloved Subaru and give it a thorough 152-point inspection by one of our Subaru Certified Technicians or Subaru Certified Master Technicians. After the vehicle…
What Satellite Radio options are available for my Subaru? How Does Satellite Radio Work? What is the relationship between SiriusXM and Subaru?
Below you'll find the answers, courtesy of Subaru's Drive Magazine, Fall 2012 Issue. Facts and figures about SiriusXM Satellite Radio, a list of channels available, and much more! Check it out!
Drive reports: "The sound might be great, but the studios are amazing! We saw what it takes for SiriusXM to…
What Are Shocks and Struts?
Shocks and struts influence the control and handling characteristics of your vehicle while holding the tires to the road. They control the action of the spring to resist bottoming out -- like when you hit a pothole -- and keep the movement of the springs under control when they rebound…
What is a Powertrain? | What is the Lifetime Powertrain Protection Plan? | What is covered by my Stanley Subaru Lifetime Powertrain Protection Plan? Let's Ask the Subaru Experts:
First, a refresher course in automotive parts and pieces: A vehicle's powertrain is made up of the engine, transmission, transfer case, differentials, and drive axles. Essentially, the powertrain is the system that powers the car, and then transfers that power through to the wheels of the…
At the heart of any vehicle is the engine, but without fuel to burn, an engine is just a useless lump of metal, plastic and rubber. The fuel system is responsible for feeding the engine and primarily consists of the tank, fuel lines, fuel filter and a pump that pushes…
What is Covered By My Subaru Limited Warranty? What is Not Covered By My Subaru Warranty?
Warranties are a major source of confusion and frustration when purchasing a new vehicle, but we are here to help! We have listed the most frequently asked Warranty Questions, their answers, and some additional information to help you feel more confident in your discussions about Subaru Warranties. Before we get into warranty questions, let's address Roadside Assistance for…
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards require the use of an Occupant Detection System (ODS). This system is designed to determine if a person is seated in the front passenger seat*, and, more importantly, if the person is of adequate size to be protected in the event of the deployment of the…
Subaru is the automobile manufacturing division of Japanese transportation conglomerate
FujiHeavy Industries (FHI).
Stanley Subaru's latest "Technical Schmecnical" Lesson describes the parts and pieces of Subaru chain drives, how they work together, and how they differ from belt drives.
It is important to know the company that is promising to pay you if your car breaks down. A contract is only…
In a perfect world, all the roads would be perfectly flat, without bumps, and suspensions wouldn't even be needed. But as we all know, that is far from reality. Once you…
Secrets of the VIN...Decoded! Have you ever wondered what your VIN number really means? Vehicle Identification Numbers are not just a jumble of letters and numbers, but a story of where and when your vehicle originated. CARFAX Vehicle History Reports are available to ensure prospective vehicle buyers receive the most accurate information on vehicles under consideration. Trust in knowing Stanley Subaru provides FREE CARFAX reports on ALL Pre-Owned vehicles!
It stands for Continuously Variable Transmission, and this innovative technology has been engineered to work seamlessly with the SUBARU BOXER® engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to help reduce fuel consumption. The stepless gear ratio allows the engine to run within its optimal power range for improved fuel economy, while its lightweight, compact design helps the vehicle stay as agile as it can be. In Automatic Mode, it adjusts instantly to match your…
Each Subaru Certified Pre-Owned vehicle passes a thorough 152-point inspection that covers engine operation, emissions, electrical system, radiator, brakes, exhaust and more! It will be checked inside and out, from the undercarriage to under the hood. Anything not up to Subaru's high standards will be repaired, reconditioned or replaced. Each CPO Subaru is from the current or past five model years, and has been driven fewer than 80,000 miles.
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