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Subaru has long been a beacon in the automotive industry when it comes to safety. Their reputation for building dependable, secure vehicles has only been reinforced by the recent accolades they have received from the IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards 2024. This year, the IIHS raised the bar, making the criteria even more stringent, and Subaru responded with an impressive show. The four models that stood out—The Subaru Ascent, Impreza, Outback, and Solterra—are not just cars; they are a testament to Subaru's mission of engineering and designing the safest cars on the road.
Understanding the Tightened IIHS Standards
The IIHS is famously rigorous in its standards, and this year, they've cranked them up. To even compete for an award, vehicles must now offer good or acceptable headlights across all trim levels and packages. And it doesn't stop there. Cars are also required to perform satisfactorily in more rigorous crash tests, with a particular focus on the frontal overlap test, assessing driver and passenger protection when the front of a vehicle collies with another vehicle or an object like a tree or utility pole. Vehicles are also judged on their crash avoidance and mitigation systems, like autonomous emergency braking.
This updated safety benchmark represents a significant challenge to car manufacturers, requiring them to innovate across the board, from safety features to lighting technology.
Stellar Subaru Models That Set the Bar High
A company's reputation is on the line when an independent authority scrutinizes its products. For Subaru, the 2024 awards are a cause for celebration. The Subaru Ascent, Impreza, Outback, and Solterra all earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick when equipped with Steering Responsive LED Projector Beam headlights, with the Ascent taking home the IIHS Top Safety Pick+. Each these models offered an impressive set of standard and optional features that underscored the brand's commitment to vehicle safety.
The Subaru models stood out in various test categories, including the stringent IIHS front crash prevention, headlamp, and child seat anchors (LATCH) evaluations. This trio of critical testing areas measures not just the passive elements of vehicle safety but also the vehicle's ability to actively avoid a collision.
Safety at the Core of Subaru’s Philosophy
It's no secret that Subaru prioritizes the safety of drivers and passengers. The brand's insistence on providing all-wheel drive as standard across its entire vehicle lineup is just one example of how safety is a core philosophy, not an afterthought. This ethos is evident in their vehicles, each leveraging the latest in safety engineering to protect and prevent.
Subaru continuously innovates and improves its safety systems, leveraging its 'Eyesight' technology that uses dual color cameras to provide essential assistance on the road. For Subaru, earning the IIHS awards is not just about recognition, but a validation of their commitment to protect those who choose to drive, ride, and cherish Subaru vehicles.
Subaru of Englewood – Your Premier Subaru Destination
Discover the award-winning safety and performance of Subaru vehicles today at Subaru of Englewood. With a wide selection of new Subaru models, certified pre-owned Subarus, and used vehicles, we're dedicated to providing a safe, reliable, and enjoyable driving experience. Contact us at (201) 816-6000 to schedule a test drive or visit our showroom to speak with a member of our knowledgeable staff. We are proud to serve the Englewood, NJ, and surrounding areas as your trusted Subaru dealership.
