Thursday, September 29, 2011
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Check out the FAQs for TomTom Navigation Bluetooth in your Subaru!
TOM TOM Navigation
FAQs for TomTom Navigation Bluetooth
What vehicles are applicable to the TomTom® Navigation System?
2011 Impreza 2.5i Premium 4-Door with TomTom® Navigation
2011 Impreza 2.5i Premium 5-Door with TomTom® Navigation
2011 Impreza Outback Sport with TomTom® Navigation
2011 Forester 2.5X Premium Automatic Transmission with TomTom® NavigationHow do I know if my phone will work with the TomTom® Navigation?Check the phone compatibility tool on this page. If a phone is not listed, then it has not been tested and compatibility is unknown.How do I pair my phone to the system? Once you've determined that your mobile phone is compatible with the Tomtom Bluetooth system, you must complete a one-time pairing procedure before using them together. For detailed pairing instructions, please review your phone's User Guide.How many phones may I pair with the TomTom® Bluetooth System?Up to five compatible mobile phones may be paired, although you can only use one phone at a time to make or receive calls.What is the priority of paired phones with the TomTom® Bluetooth System?The system will recognize the last phone paired as the priority.
Helpful Downloads
TomTom® Navigation User Guide
TomTom®Owners Manual
Friday, September 23, 2011
We would like to thank Subaru of New England for donating $100,000 to the VT Hurricane Irene disaster relief fund!”
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SNE announced that today Ernie Boch, President and CEO of Subaru of New England presented the state of Vermont with a check for $100,000 to go towards the VT Hurricane Irene disaster relief fund.
"All of us here at SNE truly value our relationship with our Vermont dealers and customers, have great sympathy for the people of VT and what everyone must deal with in the aftermath of this tragedy. "
Thanks Subaru of New England!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Dave Mirra – From BMX to WRX (STI)
HAVING ONE OF THE MOST RECOGNIZABLE NAMES IN SPORTS TODAY, BMX LEGEND DAVE MIRRA IS ADDING TO HIS REPERTOIRE BY TACKLING RALLY RACING. INVITED TO COMPETE IN BOTH BMX AND RALLY RACING AT X GAMES 14, MIRRA INCREASED HIS RECORD COUNT OF X GAMES MEDALS TO 23 BY TYING FOR BRONZE IN THE RALLY EVENT.
BMX bikers and almost anyone who follows sports have heard of Dave Mirra. Winning his first BMX competition at the age of 9 and turning pro in 1992 after graduation from high school, Mirra has been one of the undisputed leaders in BMX competition.
Mirra made his rally racing debut at the Rally of the Tall Pines, the final round of the 2007 Canadian Rally Championship, in which he drove a MONSTER Energy® Subaru Impreza rally car prepared by Vermont SportsCar. In 2008, Mirra has competed in most of the Rally America National Championship events in the #40 MONSTER Energy STI with co-driver Alex Kihurani. For X Games 14 Rally, he was chosen as an “at-large” entry.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A couple of weeks after X Games 14, Drive Performance had an opportunity to ask Dave Mirra a few questions.
We’ll start with the same question that everyone probably asks: It seems like the transition from BMX to rally would be difficult on a number of levels. What have been the most difficult aspects for you besides being asked the same question over and over?
The most difficult aspect has to be the amount of time to practice. Riding is very easy to practice on a day-to-day basis. To be a better rider, I rode every day. As we all know, seat time [in a rally car] is hard to come by due to the costs of operation. So, I would say that is the most difficult obstacle.
X Games 14 threw together both BMX and rally racing for you. In terms of logistics, the BMX superpark was right next to the Subaru Rally Team USA service area. What kind of adjustments did you have to make going from one to the other?
That was really easy to decide. I worked around rally practice. I was really looking forward to the opportunity to rally at X Games, and I wanted all the practice I could get.
Did you have an interest in cars or auto racing of any type prior to taking up rally?
I always had dreamed of this opportunity to drive. My first experience of racing was last year when I participated in the Long Beach Grand Prix celebrity race. I ended up taking first, and I was hooked on racing.
What started your interest in rally?
My interest in rally really started when Ken Block and I met up at Tim O’Neil’s rally school. I didn’t know what to expect. After four days at Tim’s, I was hooked and wanted to rally.
I learned all the basics. They started us in front-wheel-drive cars, and then we moved into the all-wheel-drive cars.
On the fourth day, Ken arrived with the Vermont SportsCar guys and showed me what the open class car capabilities were.
Within the sport of rally racing, what do you enjoy the most?
I really enjoy being at a rally. All of the drivers are super cool, and it’s a very chill environment. On the racing side, the elements you endure to finish are ever changing and very challenging!
The toughest thing for me is staying focused. I always have to be pushing, or mentally I’ll slow down and make mistakes that can cost you a finish.
What has been the most difficult part of the sport to learn? What was the easiest?
I would say the toughest part is trying to figure out how to react and not think too hard to stay on the road.
I’ve had a few offs that could have been prevented if I would have made the choice to keep the car on the road. My problem has been locking the brakes and having no chance to save it.
The easiest is getting on the airplane to go to a rally.
You’ve had the opportunity to drive in rallies in winter, spring, and summer in different parts of the country. Which is the most challenging?
Winter is the most challenging because the road surface is always changing. The grip is so unpredictable. After doing a few winter rallys and a few summer rallys, I’m really interested to see how I can adapt this time around. I have a better understanding of what the car can do, so it will be exciting.
I prefer summer and dry surfaces, because you’re able to push a lot harder, and the conditions are much more predictable.
On the other hand the best thing about rally is adapting. I can’t say there’s any condition I don’t like to drive in.
What do you think you bring to the sport of rally racing?
I’m not real sure how to answer this one, but I hope I can bring another exciting driver to the sport and my fans will show up and support rally in America.
What has rally racing given you?
Rally has given me the chance to meet new people and race cars.
For instance, I met John Cassidy at O’Neil’s winter rally and kept in touch quite a bit. Great guy. It’s really cool to see how much rally is a lifestyle for John.
Do you have a rally or auto-racing hero or mentor?
Ken and Travis [Pastrana] are amazing drivers. They’re the closest I’ve been to any kind of auto racing. I’m really into rally, and they’re the top drivers in America. Testing with them really helps. It’s crazy when I’m out there pushing it and come back to compare times. I’m like, “Wow.” I’ve got a ways to go!
For more about Dave Mirra driving in X Games 14 Rally, see “X Games 14 Rally Notebook” in Version 5.3.
For more about Dave Mirra, visit the Vermont SportsCar Web site at www.vtcar.com and Mirra’s own site at www.davemirra.com.
Courtesy of Subaru.com
Monday, September 19, 2011
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
The Car Store presents the 'Leave The Car, Take A Bike.' Program
The next time you bring your car in for an oil change or service at The Car Store you can ride off on a 24-speed Trek bicycle. We purchased two of the bicycles (along with a couple of helmets) from Omer & Bob’s Sports Shop in Hanover, N.H., last spring and have been offering them as greener and healthier alternative to “loaner” cars. “As long as your car is here for service you can have the bike,” explains Tom Brouillet, our parts and service director.
“All you need is to be 18, have a credit card, ID and sign some paperwork and that’s it. Everybody is going green these days and the bikes are another part of our continuing effort to encourage not only ourselves but also our customers to see the need to go and be green. And it’s just plain fun. ”Tom brought the idea east after learning about it from a dealer in Montana during a Subaru meeting last February. “The reaction has been great,” he said. “There was one time I saw a customer just standing there looking at the bikes in the rack and I asked, Do you want to use one? He said he was only here to have something small done but I told him if he wanted to run a short errand or to get some exercise, it would only take a second to fill out the paperwork and off he went.”
Email Tom, tbrouillet@thecarstore-vt.com for the details
It's time for The Car Store's 4th Annual Fall Foliage Road Tour!
4th Annual Subaru Fall Foliage Road Tour!!!
Think. Feel. Drive.
September 17th 2011
roads where few dare to tread. Take 50 miles of VT back roads, a
few small country towns, mix in a Subaru lineup and it's time to have some
real fun!Space is limited and vehicles must be street legal. What Is A Road Rally? A road rally is a driving tour in the country, on well paved public roads where a group of people compete in a very casual outing for points to win prizes.
As each team leaves the "gate" they receive a "Rally Packet" which includes directions, scavenger hunt list, and tour questions. Points are awarded for each scavenger hunt item collected and points are awarded for each question
answered correctly. The team with the highest score wins. We have pit stops scheduled for this road rally. A "Pit Stop" is a pre-designated stop where you can get out of your vehicle, stretch your legs and take a bathroom break. Our road rallies are in no way, shape or form, a race! The rallies are family oriented with no alcohol permitted before, during or after the event. We strive to take the contestants on the roads least traveled and we'll definitely take you to places that most people don't even know about. We have been conducting rural road rallies for the automobile enthusiast since 1979 and can almost guarantee your drive in the country with us will be enjoyable and a day to always remember.
Details: WHO: Sponsored by The Car Store, this road rally is open to all street legal Subarus (and Subarus too). ENTRY FEE: Contact our Sales Team for Entry fee's and related information.
First Time drivers will have their registration Fee paid by The Car Store. WHERE: The road rally begins at The Car Store Subaru Norwich, VT. TIME: Registration begins at 8:00 am. Drivers meeting at 8:45 am. Rally begins at 9:00 am sharp. COURSE: Road course will take about 4 hours to complete. Pit
Stops have been predetermined. The course will be conducted on some of the most scenic back roads in Southern NH & VT.
Imagine driving on curvy country roads with 50 other Subaru enthusiasts! The rally ends back at The Car Store where a BBQ event for participants and giveaways will be held. Prizes will be awarded by the road rally sponsor, The Car Store Subaru to the top competing teams. WHAT TO BRING: Bottled water, snacks and a full tank of gas. You must be at least 18 years old to be a driver, posses a valid drivers license and bring proof of automobile insurance. Drivers license and insurance card must be current! Vehicle registration will not be accepted. No alcoholic beverages, no pets and no hot rodding permitted. Click this link to view more information...
http://bit.ly/p2DZUW
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Subaru of America Holds the Line on Pricing for 2012 Impreza
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Subaru of America just announced pricing for the 2012 Subaru Impreza lineup and we wanted you to be among the first to know. The well-equipped 4-door Impreza 2.0i Sedan with a five-speed manual transmission starts at only $17,495* — unchanged from 2011 — and the 5-door model is available starting at $17,995. The automatic version, offered exclusively with Subaru's newly designed CVT (continuously variable transmission) starts at $18,495. The all-new Impreza provides an unbeatable package of performance, safety, refinement and functionality. It also delivers the best fuel economy of any all-wheel drive offering in the market at 36 MPG on the highway**. Subaru dealers are already taking orders for the 2012 Impreza, which is expected to arrive at dealerships late this fall. Visit subaru.com for updates or contact your Subaru dealer soon.
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