The SUV that started it all

Major milestone for the Subaru that kicked off our love affair with car segment

for family SUVs over 25 years ago, remains one of the country’s most popular and award-winning SUVs.

Subaru Australia proudly marks yet another momentous milestone, as it celebrates surpassing over 600,000 Subaru Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) sales in Australia, coinciding perfectly with the company’s 50th year of operation in the country.

For five decades, Subaru has been at the forefront of the SUV segment, setting new benchmarks and pushing boundaries. The Subaru Outback, which is said to have sparked Australia’s love affair

Subaru’s diverse range of SUVs, including the rugged Outback, the dynamic Forester and the versatile Crosstrek, continue to cater to the varying lifestyles and needs of the Australian market.

During the month of July, Subaru Crosstrek and Outback emerged as the standout performers, with both vehicles achieving the best July sales results on record.

The surge in demand and overwhelming positive response from consumers propelled these two models to play a significant role in reaching the significant milestone of 600,000 Subaru SUVs sold in Australia.

Managing Director of Subaru Australia, Blair Read, expressed his excitement about achieving this significant milestone during the company’s 50th years, stating, “Surpassing 600,000 Subaru SUVs sold in Australia is a momentous occasion and one we are incredibly proud of.

“We owe achieving this milestone to the ongoing support of our loyal customers, the dedication of our valued dealers and the passion of our entire team. We are proud to have earned the trust of Australians over the last five decades, and we are committed to building on this legacy.”

This accomplishment not only reflects the unwavering trust and loyalty of Australian customers in Subaru’s iconic brand but also highlights the brand’s commitment to delivering exceptional vehicles that excel in safety, performance, and reliability.

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In the collision industry in the Penrith area, there has been a constant, reliable and quality repairer for the last 49 years. Merv Shipp Smash Repairs has provided ongoing support to the community in collision repair.

Dave and Kirsty O’Brien, the owners of Merv Shipp, have an understanding that your vehicle is often the second biggest, if not the biggest, asset and the lifeline of your family. Therefore, safety and quality are a major priority to them with no exceptions.

Merv Shipp also tries to relieve the stress and anxiety that an accident can cause by making the process as easy as possible. They are at hand to navigate your way through what, at times, can be a very confusing process of insurance claims and hire car rental.

“There have been many recent and ongoing changes to our industry,” Kirsty said.

“It is very important that the consumer reads through and understands their insurance policies.

“Some major insurers don’t give you an option of choosing your own repairer unless selected, instead they steer them towards repair networks where turnover is their priority.”

Merv Shipp offer all types of repairs from all major insurance companies, fleet work and private work. They also offer on-site professional paint rectification and exterior detailing to rejuvenate your vehicle.

Contact Merv Shipp Smash Repairs on Facebook, email info@mervshipp.com.au or call 4731 4587. Merv Shipp is located at 42 Cox Avenue, Kingswood.