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What does it mean if my car is in Transit? If your vehicle is in transit, it means a designation for vehicles that have come off the assembly line but have not yet arrived at the dealership. Depending where the model line is produced the vehicle can arrive at the dealership within 3-30 days. If you head to our website at Competition Subaru, under new vehicles these vehicles will be listed “In Transit” until they have arrived at our dealership. What does in Transit mean for a Factory Order? If you purchase a vehicle that is not in stock our dealer may be able to custom order from the factory. Once your vehicle is built in the factory it waits to be delivered. Once the vehicle leaves the factory then it is considered “In Transit.” Your Sales Consultant will then provide you with updates on the status of your vehicle.

Get ready for a new adventure with the 2022 Outback Wilderness! It's taking Subaru capability to new heights with even more ground clearance, a turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine, and a drivetrain tuned for serious climbing, the Outback Wilderness lets you go farther than a Subaru has ever gone before. 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness The all-new 2022 Subaru Outback wilderness is the first vehicle in the wilderness family and is loaded with off-road-ready upgrades! The wilderness is equipped with higher ground clearance, a turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine, and all-terrain tires. It also includes Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, as well as the award-winning EyeSight Driver Assist Technology and an 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia system with an integrated center information display. Advanced Safety Features The wilderness was designed for unlimited adventure and uncompromising safety. The 2022 Outback features the confidence of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with up to 33 MPG. It includes safety features such as standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and the available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System. The outback has up to 9.5 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE. The X-MODE works by optimizing the Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive System for maximum traction. New Wheels The new Off-road wheels with All-Terrain Tires were built for any adventure! The standard 17-inch matte-black alloy wheels provide improved performances in even the toughest trail conditions. There is also a full-size spare hidden below the cargo area for extra peace of mind when you’re out on the trails. Engine & Performance The wilderness features a standard 260-horsepower at 5,600 rpm direct-injected turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine that delivers 277 pound-feet of torque. The vehicle also features Re-Tuned gearing with revised front ratios for improved low-speed climbing - up to a 40% grade. Exterior & Interior Styling The Wilderness offers extended exterior cladding and high-clearance front and rear bumpers for extra protection around wheel wells and lower impact zones. It includes an exclusive exterior paint color like the Geyser Blue with functional Anodized Copper finish accents making the Wildernesses standout on any summit. The interior includes high-quality material made for adventures. The seats are wrapped Subaru StarTex water-repellent material that includes the Subaru Wilderness logo embossed in the headrests. A bold copper-colored contrast stitch is seen throughout the interior and brushed aluminum pedals also give the model a sporty look. Standard all-weather floor mats also display the Subaru Wilderness logo. In the cargo area, the rear seat-back is wrapped in a waterproof material as well as a waterproof rear cargo tray that protects the load floor. Technology The 2022 Outback Wilderness features a standard STARLINK Multimedia system with an 11.6-inch touchscreen plus Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration as well as a rear vision camera. An 11.6-inch Multimedia with Navigation is available as part of an option package that also includes a power moonroof and Reverse Automatic Braking. Exclusive to Outback Wilderness, the X-MODE display features a new Roll-Angle Indicator to help the driver navigate off-road terrain. Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Outback or the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. Be sure to also check out our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts and accessories specials! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!

On September 9th Competition Subaru of Smithtown will be hosting the WRX STI Rallycross Car Show! Come see one of action sports’ most iconic athletes Travis Pastrana’s Rallycross Subaru WRX STI car in person! Travis Pastrana Successful Athlete Travis Pastrana has dominated rallying in the U.S. from 2006-2009. He has driven a Subaru Rally car from the beginning of his career and has won four consecutive championships with Subaru Rally Team USA. In 2017 Pastrana won his fifth nation rally title at the 2017 inaugural ARA championship. Pastrana is also a record holder for hill climb competitions. In 2017 he dominated the Mount Washington Hill Climb in New Hampshire, setting new records. Pastrana was driving a 600-horsepower Vermont Sportscar-prepared Subaru WRX STI on one of the most challenging race venues in the country. He completed the 7.6-mile climb in 5min and 44s breaking the previous record by more than 20 seconds. Vermont SportsCar Vermont Sportscar specializes in designing and manufacturing world-class competition cars, management of elite motorsports teams, and the pursuit of technological innovation. They design and engineer ultra-high-performance competition rally and rallycross cars. They have been working as the technical partner to Subaru of America since 2005. They have been leading the Subaru brand’s highly successful motorsports program in the USA. They have won 13 championships competing in the American Rally Association and the Nitro Rallycross series from 2006-2009 and have won another eight straight championships from 2011-2019. Vermont SportsCars has also managed the Subaru motorsports program including the race vehicle and design, race team management and sponsorship, and media relations. Join us at Competition Subaru of Smithtown on September 9th from 4-8 pm to see Travis Pastrana's Rallycross Subaru WRX STI designed and created by Vermont Sportscar! Stop by Competition Subaru of Smithtown and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek or the 2021 Subaru Outback. Be sure to head to our website and take advantage of our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts & accessories specials. Schedule a service online at our Subaru Service Center or stop by our Express Service where no appointment is needed! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek has made the Autotrader’s list for 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates for 2021. The Crosstrek has been awarded because of its amazing efficiency, practicality, and off-road-friendly features. As most 2021 graduates begin to move on to the next new chapter in their lives the Subaru Crosstrek could not be any more fitting. Not only is it safe, reliable, and economical, it is also fun to drive and can carry friends and gear on off-road adventures. The Autotraders’ 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates list recognizes vehicles with a practical range of value, fuel economy, safety, and reliability. The awards were eligible for new and used cars and SUVs in the under $25,000 price range that achieve a combined fuel economy rating of at least 30 mpg. The Subaru Crosstrek offers amazing capability and cargo space in a small footprint. The crosstrek is a perfect fit for the city and off-road adventures. The starting price is $22,245, and is equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and has a 5 star vehicle safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Stop by Competition Subaru and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Impreza or the 2021 Subaru Ascent. Be sure to also check out our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts & accessories specials! Schedule a service online or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

April showers brought May flowers and we can most definitely see and feel that Spring is in full swing from all this pollen in the air! National Car Care Month has passed but it is important to understand that bringing your Subaru in for routine maintenance visits is crucial to the overall performance of your vehicle. One often-neglected wear item that has a big impact on your vehicle is the cabin air filter! What Does The Cabin Air Filter Do? The cabin air filter acts as a screen to protect the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system from outside elements that could harm it, while simultaneously filtering the air you breathe. Your vehicle’s cabin air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles. You may notice restricted airflow when it’s time to get changed. Genuine Subaru Cabin Air Filters Breathe easier with Genuine Subaru cabin air filters that provide a crucial line of defense against airborne contaminants, trapping them before they enter your Subaru HVAC system or the lungs of anyone in the vehicle. Feel free to ask our highly-trained Subaru technicians to show you your vehicle’s worn filter. You may be shocked by what you see – leaves, twigs, insects, soot, and grime can cover the entire surface and contaminate incoming air! Schedule a service online at our Subaru Service Center or stop by our Express Service Center where no appointment is needed. Visit our dealership and explore our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. Test-drive vehicles like the 2021 Subaru Outback or the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. Be sure to also check out our new Subaru lease specials, service specials, and parts & accessories specials. Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY.

The Subaru Love Promise is our vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. Together with our retailers, we are dedicated to making the world a better place. Loving the environment means more than loving the great outdoors – it means working to preserve it. Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to announce that with every vehicle purchased or leased at our dealership we will be planting a tree as a thank you in partnership with One Tree Planted. One Tree Planted One Tree Planted is a non-profit environmental charity that focuses on global reforestation. One Tree Planted is on a mission to make it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity, and help reforestation all around the world – all by planting trees! ONE DOLLAR. ONE TREE. One Tree Planted began its mission in 2014 and since then, they have more than doubled the number of trees planted year over year. By teaming up with reforestation partners in North America, South America, Asia, and Africa, they are able to plant trees to restore forests after fires and floods, create jobs, build communities, and protect habitat for biodiversity. In 2019, One Tree Planted was able to get 4 million trees in the ground! One Tree Planted plant trees in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. Learn more about where they plant here. Why Planting Trees Is Important Now you may be wondering... why trees? One Tree Planted explains why trees are so vital and important for the environment. Trees help clean the air we breathe, filter the water we drink and provide habitat to over 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity. They also provide jobs to over 1.6 billion people, absorb harmful carbon from the atmosphere, and are key ingredients in 25% of all medicines. How To Help The Earth There are so many ways individuals around the world can join the mission for the reforestation, conservation, and protection of forests around the world. Every dollar plants one tree. Individuals can donate, create a fundraiser, or even join a community to help make a difference. For more information on how to get involved, visit One Tree Planted here: onetreeplanted.org/pages/individuals Celebrate Every Day Like It's Earth Day! Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to partner with One Tree Planted to help make a difference. Competition Subaru will be planting one tree for every vehicle purchased or leased at our dealership. With already 500 trees planted in national forests, our mission is to plant at least 3,000 trees a year! Stop by our dealership and help us support the reforestation, conservation, and protection of forests around the world! Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We look forward to seeing you at our Subaru dealership located at 601 Middle Country Road, Saint James, NY!