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Kiplinger's Personal Finance 2009 Car Buyer's Guide Bestows

Cherry Hill, NJ, March 13, 2009 Kiplinger's Personal Finance has recognized two 2009 Subaru models in the magazine's 2009 Car Buyer's Guide. The all-new 2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X has been designated "Best New Crossover" in the category of "Small Crossovers," and the 2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i has been named "Best in Class" in the "Wagons and Minivans" category. "Best in Class" and "Best New" winners are chosen on a basis of performance, value, safety, power, fuel efficiency, exterior design, interior room and cargo space.

"We are very happy to accept these awards from Kiplinger's Personal Finance," said Tom Doll, executive vice president of Subaru of America, Inc. "They're especially meaningful coming from a magazine so keenly focused on advising their readers on smart purchasing decisions and wise financial choices. The Forester and Impreza both offer versatility, performance and value qualities that have long resonated with Subaru owners and are even more important in this economy."

Praising attributes that made the Subaru vehicles stand out, the buyer's guide cited the Subaru Impreza's standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and safety features, as well as strong resale value and "impressive" cargo room. The 2009 Forester was lauded for its affordability and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, as well as increases in size and ground clearance over its popular predecessor. Alluding to the new model's go-anywhere nature, the guide pointed out that "it performs even better on snowy roads and muddy driveways."

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Subaru of America, Inc. Announces Increase in Sales

Cherry Hill, NJ, March 3, 2009 Subaru of America, Inc. today announced a 1-percent sales increase for February 2009 over last year's February results. Year-to-date sales were up 4-percent with 25,283 units sold in 2009 versus 24,195 units sold in 2008.

The 2009 Subaru Forester continues to do well, as sales increased 101-percent over the previous year's Forester sales - a total of 5,978 units sold in February 2009, versus 2,971 units sold in February 2008.

"Subaru maintains a strong position in the current automotive climate," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "Our products represent great value for consumers as they continue to shop for smart, capable vehicles to fit their needs."

"Despite increased economic uncertainty, the appeal of our products continues to gain momentum," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president for Subaru of America. "Subaru vehicles are not only capable and fun to drive, but they also provide a low total cost of ownership and in times such as these, customers are looking to purchase durable vehicles with high retained values like ours."

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Subaru Hands Over Proceeds from 'Share The Love' First-of-its-Kind Cause-Related Campaign

Chicago, IL., February 12, 2009 - Subaru of America, Inc. today presented checks to the five charities involved in its "Share the Love" marketing campaign. Addressing media at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show, Tim Mahoney, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Subaru, handed over checks in the amount of $4.6 million.

"Share the Love" is a unique marketing campaign based on the love Subaru owners have for their vehicles and their desire to help worthy causes. The campaign ran from November 24 to January 2 and allowed Subaru new vehicle customers to select one of five charities to receive a $250 donation from Subaru of America, following the purchase or lease of a new Subaru vehicle. The program was the first in what is expected to become an annual Subaru tradition and was one of the factors that contributed to Subaru's sales success in 2008, as the only volume brand to post a sales increase in the U.S.

The five charities participating in the program were; Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Habitat for Humanity International, Meals On Wheels Association of America, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).

Based on research that shows Subaru buyers are more actively involved in charitable causes, the campaign was developed by the company's brand agency, Carmichael Lynch, to align that affinity to their vehicle purchase.

Subaru dealerships across the U.S. also participated in the program by hosting events and projects in their local communities.

Speaking at the media event, Tim Mahoney said, "We are pleased that the program has worked so well. Not only did it help us to become the only volume brand with a sales increase in 2008, but it also benefited very deserving charities that are feeling the effects of recent economic troubles."

About the Charities
For more than 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America have been serving as passionate advocates for young people in our communities. Clubs provide a positive place for kids and teens to find supportive and caring adults who mentor, empower and inspire them to reach their full potential. www.bgca.org

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built nearly 300,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.5 million people. www.habitat.org

Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) works every day with thousands of local Meals On Wheels programs and hundreds of thousands of volunteers who all share in the mission to end senior hunger. The organization provides the tools and information its programs need to make a difference in the lives of others. It also gives cash grants to local senior meal programs throughout the country to assist in providing meals and other nutrition services. www.mowaa.org

National Wildlife Federation® (NWF) is America's largest conservation organization, inspiring Americans to protect wildlife for our children's future. NWF unites individuals from diverse backgrounds through a grassroots network of 4 million members and supporters, and is joined by 47 affiliated state wildlife organizations. National Wildlife Federation's programs educate and inspire people from all walks of life to protect wildlife and wildlife habitat. NWF focuses their conservation work in three areas: confronting global warming, restoring wildlife habitat and connecting people to nature. www.nwf.org

For more than 142 years, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has been dedicated to rescuing animals from abuse, introducing and enforcing more humane legislation, sharing resources with shelters across the country, and advancing the care of animals through their unparalleled expertise in medicine, behavior, toxicology and forensics. www.aspca.org

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KELLEY BLUE BOOK?S KBB.COM NAMES 2009 SUBARU IMPREZA A TOP 10

CHERRY HILL, NJ, June 19, 2009 ? Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that Kelley Blue Book?s kbb.com has named the 2009 Subaru Impreza one of its 2009 Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000. The list features kbb.com editors? picks of vehicles that are fun, fuel efficient, practical and with more amenities than ever before.  ?It is once again an honor to have the Subaru Impreza named to the Top 10 Coolest New Cars list,?said Tim Mahoney, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Subaru of America, Inc. ?The 2009 Subaru Impreza is a fun, sporty car that has garnered a great deal of recognition this year and we are very proud of that. It was also named a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a ?Best Bets for Sports Cars? by Cars.com and ?Best in Class? by Kiplinger?s Personal Finance.

In choosing the 2009 list of Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000, the kbb.com editors used the same set of criteria that many consumers use in examining this category: safety, fuel economy, interior size, comfort, technology, the vehicle?s fun-to-drive-factor, as well as the subjective ?cool? factor. ?The Subaru Impreza is an excellent choice for car buyers with cool, active lifestyles but not a lot of cash,? said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book?s kbb.com. ?The Impreza?s shape recalls Subaru?s rally-car dominance while its standard allwheel drive system makes it easy to get you and your gear to wherever the action is happening.?The Subaru Impreza set a sales record in 2008 and has a starting price of $17,495.  <<Pick one up today from our inventory>>

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About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, NJ, the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling all-wheel drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics for calendar year-end 2007. In addition, Subaru boasts the most fuel efficient line-up of all-wheel drive products sold in the market today based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy standards. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero- landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation.

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Kiplinger's Personal Finance 2009 Car Buyer's Guide Bestows
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Subaru of America, Inc. Announces Increase in Sales
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Chicago, IL., February 12, 2009 - Subaru of America, Inc. today presented checks to the five charities ...
KELLEY BLUE BOOK?S KBB.COM NAMES 2009 SUBARU IMPREZA A TOP 10
CHERRY HILL, NJ, June 19, 2009 ? Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that Kelley Blue Book?s kbb.com ...