It can seem like no big deal, but believe it or not, keeping an eye out for the indicators that a tire has finally given its all in service to your Subaru ride is more important than you might think. According to the authorities at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), tire failures cause approximately 11,000 motor vehicle accidents each year. The thing is, the causes of such failures can easily be missed or overlooked, slipping one's mind until it's nearly or all too late.

So, heed a bit of advice from the experts here at…

If You Like a Smooth Ride, Make Sure You Have your Struts and Shocks Checked

Shocks and struts are some of the most influential components in a vehicle when determining how comfortable your ride will be. Their job is to absorb the impact that bumps in the road feel to those inside the vehicle. At Royal Subaru in Bloomington, IN, we want to make sure you can have the most comfortable ride possible, letting you smile during every mile that you drive...

What Fresh Air Filters from Royal Subaru Can Do for You

Many people don’t know much about the air filters in their vehicles, which can cause an issue, because there are two of them. Both allow clean air to flow through them while keeping contaminates out. One of them actively filters the air that you breathe in the cabin, and the other make sure your engine doesn’t get contaminated with whatever is blowing around in the air. It is important for them to be clean so that your vehicle will continue to perform its best, and allowing you…

What Good Windshield Wipers Can Do for You

All jokes and cute puppies aside, not many people consider their windshield wipers until they really need them. If you are in the group of people that are like this, it would be very unfortunate for you to realize that you needed new ones in the heat of the moment. Windshield wipers are crucial to maintaining visibility, especially in the winter when snow is prevalent. At Royal Subaru in Bloomington, IN, we want to make sure that you can stay safe during a storm...

The Importance of a Properly Functioning Battery

We all know the basics of a car battery – turns on the lights, plays the music, gets your car moving – but what many people don’t know is that a lot of different factors can drain your battery without you even knowing. With the inclusion of many electronic features, it is more important than ever to make sure that your battery will be in working condition for the duration of your ride. At Royal Subaru in Bloomington, IN, we will inspect your battery when you bring your vehicle in for a multi-point inspection…

Check Your Brakes!

No matter how dependable or long-lasting your Subaru may be, and no matter how much power it packs under the hood or how comfortable the interior, it doesn't mean anything unless your Subaru has good brakes. Your brakes are your most important safety aspects of your vehicle. So, we at Royal Subaru want to make sure that among the other parts that keep you Subaru in shape, your brakes are checked and functioning properly.

Now there are some ways to tell if you need to get your brakes checked. These include...

Here at Royal Subaru, we know better than anyone how dependable and long-lasting our Subaru vehicles are, but even the longest-lasting vehicles earn their longevity thanks to their engine oil. It's important to get your Subaru's oil changed. Having good oil of the right grade is essential to the health of your vehicle, as well as improving fuel economy.

But with winter on its way, an oil change is even more important. Not all motor oil is created equal. It's available in different grades of thickness, and the winter months demand a thinner engine oil than that…

Part One Part Two Part 3

The last installment of our helpful tips for your Independence Day weekend travels is only going to pertain to drivers of new Subaru models equipped with Subaru EyeSight driver-assistive technologies, but we feel it's important to touch on this topic as this advanced suite features functions best when paired with an informed, defensive driver.

Part One Part Two

This next installment of our helpful tips for your Independence Day weekend travels focuses on some of the available accessories out there to help you make the most of your time on the road. After all, your Subaru isn't just ferrying you and your family to your next adventure, it's also bringing along all your stuff.

Part One

Part two of our helpful car care tips for your Independence Day weekend travels is all about tire care. Properly inflating the tires on your Subaru will aid your travels in a number of ways. Primarily, it makes your vehicle more efficient, as it uses less fuel to actually keep the tires rotating. In addition, it extends the longevity of your tires, as over-inflated tires will wear unevenly, while under-inflated ones will wear out more quickly.