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At Competition Subaru, community is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to once again take part in the Subaru Loves to Care initiative - an annual effort that brings comfort and support to those who need it most. This year, we had the honor of delivering cozy blankets and uplifting Messages of Hope to the incredible patients and families at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. These heartfelt gifts are more than just warm covers - they're a reminder that no one fights alone, and that our community is full of love, compassion, and strength. Subaru Loves to Care is part of the Subaru Love Promise, a commitment to make the world a better place through meaningful partnerships and local outreach. By teaming up with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Subaru retailers nationwide help deliver hope, encouragement, and warmth to patients undergoing cancer treatment. For us at Competition Subaru, it’s more than a delivery - it’s a chance to show up for our neighbors and to remind them that they are surrounded by care and kindness. We are grateful to everyone who helped make this initiative possible - from our Subaru team and partners to the amazing healthcare heroes at Stony Brook Children’s. Your strength inspires us every day. Stay tuned for more community events, and thank you for helping us share the love. Visit us at: Competition Subaru of Smithtown 601 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY 11780 🌐 www.competitionsubaru.com

At Competition Subaru, we’re thrilled to see how much people are enjoying the Subaru lineup! With the Subaru Crosstrek gaining popularity and the Subaru Outback continuing to shine, we couldn't be happier to connect with both first-time buyers and loyal Subaru owners. It’s fantastic to see so many families choosing Subaru, especially knowing how well our vehicles support car seats and provide a safe, comfortable ride for little ones. Troy Poston, Senior Vice President of Sales at Subaru of America, Inc., recently shared, "With Crosstrek’s popularity steadily growing and Outback seeing continued success, both carlines closed out the month with very strong results, connecting with both first-time and returning Subaru owners. As retailers support their local animal shelters during Subaru Loves Pets this month, customers may even find a new road trip companion while visiting the showroom or Service Center." This achievement reflects the love and trust drivers have for these models, which perfectly blend versatility and reliability for all your adventures. As we welcome both new customers and returning friends into our showroom, we’re reminded of the strong connections we build within our community. Your experiences fuel our passion for providing exceptional service and support: "This is our fourth lease with Competition Subaru of Smithtown. They are always accommodating and attentive to details. Farrell was fantastic and we love the car." -Jason, October 2nd, 2024 "Competition Subaru is extremely helpful and attentive to any and all needs pertaining to my car, its routine visits and scheduled maintenance as well as any other questions I’ve accrued along the way. All the Service Consultants are there to lend a hand and put me at ease with any concerns. Everyone there is in good spirits and knowledgeable. I look forward to each visit knowing I’m in good hands as well as my car. I’m thankful for the positive atmosphere and how helpful the staff are and how safety is always put first." -Casey, October 2nd, 2024 "To whom it may concern: I wish to once again commend Rodney the sales consultant for his overwhelming knowledge and understanding of what the consumer is looking for and needs in a very professional manner. This is my fifth Subaru i could not be any happier thanks to Rodney. Rodney is a tremendous asset to the Subaru dealership.. Thank you!!" -Sam, October 1st, 2024 As we celebrate these successes, we’re also proud to announce our annual Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event in partnership with Pawsitive Possibilities Rescue, Inc. This month, as retailers support their local animal shelters, our showroom and service center will become a welcoming space for those looking to find a new road trip companion as we host our Adoption Event on October 13th, 2024! RSVP today! You may just discover the perfect furry friend to join your adventures! This adoption event is a part of our broader philanthropic efforts under the Subaru Love Promise Subaru Loves Learning mission, where we continue to champion education initiatives for children in our community. Our recent sponsorship of Alternatives for Children is just one of the many ways we’re giving back. We also had a fantastic time at the Subaru Motorsports Car Show featuring Bucky Lasek, EFI Logics, Subimods.com, and local favorite Terry and Yaki, where the community came together to celebrate Subaru passion and camaraderie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Competition Subaru (@competitionsubaru) But that’s not all! We’re excited to see the growing popularity across the entire Subaru lineup, including the fantastic electric Subaru Solterra, which represents our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Additionally, the beloved 2024 Subaru Impreza RS is making waves among both New and returning Subaru enthusiasts. At Competition Subaru, we believe in building a strong community, and events like Subaru Loves Pets help us connect with our customers and support local animal shelters. We invite you to join us for this special adoption event, where you can find a new companion, whether- four-legged or four-wheeled, and make a difference in a pet’s life.

At Competition Subaru, community engagement is at the heart of everything we do. This August, we were thrilled to participate again in Subaru Loves Learning Month, a nationwide initiative dedicated to supporting education and empowering students. Partnering with Anthony Alfano Elementary School in Central Islip, Long Island, we worked hand-in-hand to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. Subaru Loves Learning Month is all about giving back to the community by focusing on the importance of education. Throughout August, we humbly requested donations alongside our commitment to supporting the students and staff at Anthony Alfano Elementary School. One of the highlights of this year’s initiative was our recent visit to the school, where we hand-delivered a plethora of supply kits for local students. From notebooks and pencils to art supplies and stationary, we provided essential materials that foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning for life. Our visit to Anthony Alfano Elementary School allowed us to see firsthand the impact of our contributions. By directly delivering these much-needed supplies, we were able to connect with the students and teachers in a meaningful way. The excitement and appreciation shown to the local educational community reinforces the power of education and shows the difference that a supportive community can make. The success of Subaru Loves Learning Month wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our customers and community members. Your contributions and enthusiasm helped make a difference in the local lives of the students right here on Long Island at Anthony Alfano Elementary School. Together, we created an environment where every child feels valued, supported, excited and extremely prepared for their educational journey. We’re filled with gratitude for the opportunity on the continued success of Subaru Loves Learning Month. Thank you to all who have given to give back to our community. At Competition Subaru, we believe that supporting education is key to building a brighter future for all. We look forward to continuing our partnership with local community organizations, and ensuring that every child has the chance to reach their full potential. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared their sweet sentiments and words of support and generously dropped off donations, helping make this month a success. Through being Long Island strong, we are driving positive change and shaping the future, one school, classroom and student at a time.

Competition Subaru is continuously proud to adamantly partake in Subaru of America’s annual Subaru Loves to Help Month with Operation Warm demonstrating our utmost compassion and generosity. Resiliently, Competition Auto Group is immensely honored to aid Long Islanders in need and  continuously step up to make a positive impact both within and beyond our local communities! As recipients ourselves of countless Subaru Love Promise Awards, as well as being awarded 3 Subaru Love Promise Awards for the calendar year of 2023, our Subaru Love Promise commitment to making a difference ripples throughout our Saint James dealership with resilience. With our inspiring Subaru Love Promise, Subaru Loves to Help, in combination with Operation Warm, a national nonprofit that manufactures high-quality, brand-new shoes and coats for children in need, we embody the spirit of giving back and spreading warmth in many amazing ways. See the Impact of Operation Warm Receiving and witnessing the results of our 2023 philanthropic efforts is indescribably as heartwarming, much like Operation Warm’s coats and shoes! Competition Subaru cannot be more proud of the impact we have contributed towards Operation Warm and the Subaru Love Promise and cannot thank Subaru of America and Operation Warm for sending the recipients sweet sentiments and first-hand gratitude our way! Operation Warm is so amazing in so many ways! The Subaru Love Promise and Operation Warm rely on collective action to make a meaningful impact, resulting in a closer-knit local community. We’re deeply moved by the generosity and selflessness of our #CompetitionSubaruFamily, whose support, passion and humble donations fuel the Subaru Loves to Help initiative every single year! Thank you eternally for all of the encouragement and kindness in regards to the Subaru Loves to Help initiative, the Subaru Love Promise as well as with all of our philanthropic quests! How You Can Get Involved If you’re inspired by our supreme Subaru commitment to spreading love, warmth and hope, there are several ways you can get involved: Consider making a contribution to Operation Warm, organizing a coat drive in your community or joining in ours when we begin collecting! Every donation, no matter how small, helps provide a child in need with a brand-new winter coat and/or shoes. Get hands-on by volunteering your time with Operation Warm or other local organizations that support children in need. Whether it’s helping distribute coats or assisting with fundraising events, your efforts make a difference. Share Subaru’s commitment to Operation Warm with your friends, family, and social networks (Don’t forget to follow us!) By raising awareness with us about our hometown initiatives, you can also inspire others to join the cause and amplify its impact. In a world often characterized by uncertainty and division, initiatives like Operation Warm are a beacon of hope and kindness for future generations. Through our partnership with Operation Warm, Competition Subaru is proud to stand by Subaru of America. Together, we can spread warmth, kindness, and hope to those who need it most.

Subaru of America Awarded #2 on Forbes’ 2024 Best Brands for Social Impact! Forbes partnered with HundredX, a customer insights company, to create their second-annual list to showcase a plethora of companies doing incredible at doing well. Excitedly, for 2023, Subaru was awarded second place for HundredX and Forbes’ Best Brands for Social Impact for 2023 as well. Forbes and HundredX have officially consolidated their research and are ready to showcase business’ corporate efforts that inspire brand dedication and customer loyalty. Who are HundredX? HundredX, self-described as, “creating a world where all voices are heard”, HundredX is a premier first-hand source for hearing the truth about consumers and their everyday customer experiences. HundredX focuses on multiplying positive outcomes for all businesses and for society, from businesses to the people who proudly frequent it! HundredX provides businesses with essential information to accomplish desired conclusions, whether that be maintaining their market position and increasing their position and customer satisfaction levels. Core Values of HundredX: Diverse Voices Wisdom of the crowd, NOT the loud. HundredX strives to elevate the diverse, real opinions of everyday customers. Customer First HundredX lets the customers take the lead. Customers directly inform HundredX what matters the most and WHY it’s the most important, delivering clear customer insights and facts. Listening Multiplier HundredX harnesses the power of listening to deliver genuine customer experience data. This superpower means HundredX can supply predictive data of future trends. Data For Good Worry not! HundredX generates only ethically-sourced customer experience data, again, not just the loudest voices in the room. This allows both large and small businesses the opportunity to grow, with their philanthropic efforts emphasized and flourishing across outlets and through local, word-of-mouth channels. HundredX works with investors and a variety of companies to answer some of the MOST IMPORTANT questions within business operations: Where are customers “migrating”? What are they saying they will use more of in the next 12 months? What are the key drivers of their purchase decisions and financial outcomes? In 2023, HundredX focused on answering: Where are fundamental market share movements going to happen? How are customers making future purchase decisions and why? What actions should I prioritize to increase market share growth? How do our values connect with our customer base? Answering these questions for businesses provides immediate benefits including a positive impact on strategy, finance, pricing, investing, operations, and marketing. “People Care. There’s this debate that this stuff doesn’t matter, that it got over-hyped. But we’re still seeing the consumer, unaided, is more likely to call it out this year than last.” -Rob Pace, HundredX CEO, Forbes.com Competition Subaru of Smithtown is so proud of Subaru of America for being awarded such a complimentary title from such an esteemed news outlet not once, but TWO years in a row! We definitely strive to continue not only to defend our second-place title but to go for gold and #1 for the next annual Forbes Best Brands for Social Impact list with HundredX! Competition Subaru is proud to continue to lead our #CompetitionSubaruFamily into a positive future together with some sweet sentiments from Subaru of America ‘s Jeff Walters, President and Chief Operating Officer: “Giving back and creating personal connections in our communities is essential to Subaru and our retailers. We’re proud to be recognized among an expanded group of incredible brands for our dedication to the Subaru Love Promise, which so clearly makes a meaningful impact both inside and outside our company.” – Jeff Walters

Since 2008, Competition Subaru of Smithtown is proud to support the Subaru Love Promise s: Subaru Loves Pets! As 1 of over 600 efficient Subaru dealerships working hand-in-hand with Subaru of America, our Saint James, New York dealership cannot be happier to continue to support our furry friends of all shapes and sizes! Freshly confirmed for 2024, a record number of pet adoptions occurred during October 2023's Subaru Loves Pets initiative! With more than 600 adoption events taking place nationally during Subaru Loves Pets Month 2023, over 52,000 adorable shelter pets found their fur-ever homes! During October, 2023, participating Subaru dealerships, Competition Subaru of Smithtown included, donated more than 1.8 million dollars to hundreds of local shelters, rescues and pet organizations! Each pet that was adopted was transmuted into a $100 donation from the local dealership to the specified partnered shelter. In 2023, Competition Subaru proudly partnered with Pawsitive Possibilities Rescue, Inc., in 2022, we partnered with For Our Friends Rescue in Bayside, New York, and in 2020, more than 20,000 furry friends were taken to their new families! Additionally, Subaru USA contributed $20 to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( ASPCA) for every Subaru Pet-Friendly Accessory ( pet harnesses, seat protectors, travel bowls) sold via the Subaru Parts Online Store! Each "Animal" badge ordered through the Subaru Badge of Ownership Program resulted in Subaru USA donating $1/purchase to the ASPCA as well! Competition Subaru of Smithtown cannot adequately express how wonderful it is to participate in the Subaru Love Promise as well as how incredible it is to receive multiple Subaru Love Promise Awards for many consecutive years! We absolutely adore being a part of the Competition Auto Group family with the immensely gracious opportunity of supporting and caring for our #CompetitionSubaruFamily as well as the many adorable animals awaiting their forever homes across Long Island, New York and the entire country. Join us in joining Subaru USA in continuing to positively impact over 480,000 animals and counting! With over $52 million donated to both national and local pet organizations, Competition Subaru of Smithtown is overjoyed to have the opportunity to change so many different lives! For more information about Subaru Loves Pets, visit our informative page and follow #SubaruLovesPets across Competition Subaru of Smithtown's social media! Are you ready to #MakeADogsDay with us?