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When we look at the details why Subaru is our brand of choice, one of the primary factors that should be considered is their infrastructure engineering and designs that create one of the safest vehicles in the marketplace. Checking into the historic timeline of the automaker, one must confirm that this company not only has a great reputation for underdog performance, but also has an incredible background painted in dependability, reliability, and safety which therefore has created and sustained a very dedicated community of followers and enthusiasts with which we are proudly aligned. One of the segments of their vehicle infrastructure that is notable to anyone who has serviced, maintained, driven, or modified a Subaru is a system that repeatedly proves to be one of the best systems available on a consumer acquired automobile. Subaru has maintained the highest standard for manufacturing a robust, smartly built suspension system for some time which has contributed to their overall profile as innovators in this industry. Unlike any fleet of automobiles, no matter the platform, purpose, or consumer target, the Subaru brand has ensured that their stock suspension functionality and those components that support their function are both tuned and adjusted to maintain proper ground clearance and ensure proper balance and stability under a number of roadway and trail situations.
Subaru vehicles are manufactured with a standardized, 4-wheel independent suspension system, which, depending on the specific platform or model, will provide the driver with appropriate handling for the type of activity, solid cornering to maintain safety and stability, and proper height to address any off-road or extreme condition challenges the vehicle and driver may confront during their lifetime. Between taking on dips, bumps, unexpected severe road damage, to mid trail conditions and unpredictable environments, a Subaru suspension system will keep both car and driver comfortable and stable using its engineered combination of shock absorbers, springs, and control arms to secure it to any path it travels. One component within this system, the shock absorbers, assist in the vehicles resistance to excessive bounce that would come from the spring components which absorb the impact and results felt by the aforementioned roadway challenges seen under assorted conditions. Subaru's shock absorbers are designed to dissipate all that energy given off by the springs so they don't cause the vehicle's body to react to the naturally generated bounce. Connecting the wheel assembly and the suspension, the vehicle's control arm ensures that the wheels stay in positive, stable contact with the ground, but also allows them to move up and down as conditions in the road surface may change while operating the vehicle.
As we have mentioned, Subaru has equipped its stable of vehicles with a four-wheel independent suspension that can handle a wide assortment of road and trail conditions that, depending on the model, choice of challenge, and level of situation, will help it maintain proper composure, readiness, and overall performance. Platforms that may be taken into environments that demand a robust configuration to make sure the driver and handling is not compromised. The Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback are three models that combine the car maker's standard engineering with enhanced height options of between 8.5 and 9.0 inches, an impressive standard configuration to provide amazing capabilities overland while remaining stable and smooth under the best roadway conditions. The Subaru double wishbone suspension design at the rear of these vehicles makes it the perfect choice for the driver who needs both a daily driver and a weekend warrior all-in-one. Subaru's rugged and dependable suspension design is known to have impressive abilities to handle extreme circumstances outside the realm of the overland experience where handling on roadways and tracks exist in parallel with speed, cornering and acceleration. The standard suspension systems built into Subaru's on-road performance models, namely the WRX, provide the driver with stunning maneuverability, impressive traction, and confident handling to establish a firm sense of control without feeling too rigid, constrained, or overly tame. It allows the daily driver to feel slightly ahead of the pack and twice as capable to achieve more excitement.
Without comparing or suggesting alternatives or changes to the existing, quality engineered suspension systems currently available in Subaru vehicles, all the lessons laid out on our table should confirm that our favorite car maker has taken the utmost pride in providing solutions that obviously handle a number of driving scenarios right off the showroom floor. As we know, whether you cherish your daily drive with a entree of performance and a side of style, or prefer the edge of life burning up a weekend trail getting to the campsite over a few hills and muddy passes without a care in the world, Subaru has created a vehicle that will scratch that itch which makes you a part of such a unique and inventive community of enthusiasts in a search for joy and discovery. We also know that as enthusiasts we have a taste for a little more. A hunger for the extreme, the quick, and the challenging that may require us to step up our game and pursue a modification to an already impressive design. Enhancements to your vehicle's suspension is an expected option for an enthusiast since there are always additional needs for stability, height, and overall performance on both the road and trail that may overwhelm a stock configuration. If you find yourself at this naturally built impasse and need to research additional solutions to get you to where your car and abilities need to be to ensure safety and efficiency of performance, there are a number of aftermarket manufacturers who have expertise in this area. Taking the lessons learned, making decisions based on what is currently available to you, and moving forward will make your driving more enjoyable and your life as a Subaru enthusiast more rewarding - guaranteed.
We hope that this article has both educated you regarding your Subaru’s suspension system and functionality, or inspired you to think about the next steps into a suspension modification journey. Companies including RalliTEK, Whiteline, BC Racing, Pedders, Cusco, Fortune Auto, FactionFab, Tein, and Ohlins, just to name a few, can help you decide the course you would like to take in improving the overall performance of your Subaru and it's suspension system no matter what genre and interests enlighten your life. Subimods with the help of the fine products provided by these premiere companies through our online catalog, will always concentrate on providing aftermarket solutions to take your Subaru to new levels of performance and individuality.
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Bryon Turcotte - Marketing Writer/Analyst
Turcotte has worked as a writer, journalist, and digital content developer for 30 years. He began his career in music journalism in 1995 then worked for several years as both a staff writer, managing editor, and a freelancer for both regional and national music publications. Over the next three decades his contributions extended beyond the music industry as he served within the realms of higher education, science and technology, manufacturing, and finance. He has been serving as a content developer and writer on the Subimods Marketing team since August 2023.
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