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The invention of the vehicle differential was a miracle of modern car construction. This regulatory device is made from a collection of gears that allow an engine to torque and turn shafts at various rates. In short, a differential helps your engine do many powered jobs at once. It would be very tough to drive an antique car without a differential setup.

When a differential problem happens, it will be very noticeable during actions like steering your vehicle through turns. There might also be non-typical sounds when you start your car, when it comes to an idle, or when your…

While vehicles such as compact cars and sedans certainly have their place, they don't usually tend to do well in adverse weather conditions. Unlike these smaller vehicles, sports utility vehicles (SUV) are well-known for taking inclement weather conditions in stride. Indeed, many mainstream SUVs offer enhanced resistance to flood waters as well as the ability to off-road with ease. Here at Subaru of Spokane, we enjoy helping people who are in the market for their next SUV make informed buying choices. 

Generally speaking, bicyclists have a right to use the road just like vehicles do. Therefore, it is incumbent upon drivers to ensure that they are taking precautions when driving in proximity to someone on a bike. Those who see someone riding a bike should slow down and provide extra space for them to do so safely.

It is never a good idea to drive while distracted. By putting down your cell phone or otherwise keeping your attention on the road, you reduce the risk of getting into an accident. If you need to pass someone on a bike, be sure…

Whether you are driving to visit family, or to go spend some time in a national park, road trips can really be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, for people who suffer from motion sickness, there road trips can sometimes be a bit of an ordeal.

Luckily, there are some solutions to their motion sickness woes, however. For starters, taking a motion sickness pill before the car starts moving is always a good idea. If the issues persist once the vehicle is on the road, rolling down a window to let in some fresh air is often a big help. If…

After the statistics surrounding backup-related driving fatalities, Congress initiated a law regulating that all new vehicles sold in the U.S. have a built-in backup camera included as standard equipment by 2018.

Backup cameras are mounted at the rear of the vehicle and stream to a monitor within the driver’s view. The cameras are sometimes mounted on the rear bumper of a vehicle, sometimes below the rear fender, and sometimes are hidden behind an emblem that drops away when the vehicle is placed in reverse. 

To most of us who get stuck on the side of the road, pulled over by a police officer, or towed by a tow truck man, this is a scary situation. So many things could go wrong, and it can quickly turn into a messy predicament on our Spokane, WA highways. However, it can be even scarier for the police officers and tow truck men who put their lives at stake with every stop to assist.

Traffic must continue moving, but that does not mean that we cannot play our part to keep other motorists and our first responders safe…

If there was any doubt about the sure-footedness of the remarkably composed 2018 Subaru WRX sports sedan, the automaker put that to rest recently by sending the WRX rocketing down a banana-peel-strewn roadway. Torque News recently spotlighted a highly entertaining video clip of Subaru's latest unorthodox surface test that showcases the vehicle's superb symmetrical all-wheel drive system.

The test was conducted by Subaru Canada on a 100 km track strewn with hundreds of banana peels and then sprayed down with water. The WRX handled the run with poise and grace. Subaru's all-wheel...

The Subaru Crosstrek is all-new for 2018, riding on Subaru's new global architecture that improves the subcompact crossover's off-road capability and makes for a more refined driving and riding experience on suburban and city streets and highways. AutoGuide writer Sami Haj-Assaad recently spent some time behind the wheel.

The 2018 Crosstrek stands out in its category with standard all-wheel drive. It's powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder boxer engine that puts out 152 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. Opting for the automatic transmission adds Subaru's X-Mode...

There are so many distractions on the road today. Cell phone ringing, changing the radio, things on the side of the road and many other things. There is also the other drivers you have to worry about. But with Subaru EyeSight you have an extra set of eyes scanning the road for danger and ready to prevent an accident.

The 2017 Subaru Impreza is surely another big hit with Subaru-lovers. In fact, there are even some additional features to the new Impreza that may catch the attention of those who have not been interested in purchasing a Subaru, until now that is.

Here at Subaru of Spokane, some our favorite additions to the Impreza are the intelligent and hi-tech safety features. Subaru has made Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert available for the 2017 Impreza, as well as LED Steering Responsive Headlights...