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You've heard of "winterizing" your car -- preparing it for the frigid temperatures, heavy snowfall, and icy conditions we experience here in Madison, WI. One of the most well-known practices is switching over to snow tires. But do you really need winter tires?

In short, yes. Regardless of the body style, traction management systems, and drive line of your vehicle, all-season and summer tires are not designed to travel in the harsh winter conditions we see here in Wisconsin. Even if you have an all-wheel-drive (AWD) Subaru, your car or crossover's surefootedness is only guaranteed with

You probably already know that Subaru loves pets. But if you didn't, its recent initiative makes it clear that's the case. It's called "Subaru Loves Pets", and it's part of the Subaru Love Promise platform.

During the month of October, Subaru joined forced with several programs to better the lives of animals across the country. For instance, Pilots N Paws worked together with Subaru to transport over 220 shelter dogs and cats to their forever homes last month.

As part of the Subaru Love Promise platform, Don Miller Subaru West is proud to support so many…

Trendy meets trailblazing in the Subaru Crosstrek. This vehicle not only boasts modern curves and many high-tech standard features, but it also boasts genuine off-road credibility. Better yet, the lineup includes a fuel-efficiency Hybrid model for unconventional adventurers.

Or it did, anyway. We're sorry to report that the Crosstrek Hybrid model will be discontinues following the 2016 model year. But don't worry -- Subaru promises to add a new hybrid model to the lineup soon.

There are also several fuel-efficient vehicles to choose from in our new Subaru inventory. The 2016 Subaru

When it comes to your protecting your children, you can't settle for less than anything that doesn't provide "industry-leading" safety. That's why so many Madison, WI area parents choose to invest in a new Subaru as their family car or their teen's first vehicle.

It goes beyond a Subaru's rigid construction to its laundry list of smart safety technologies. The Subaru EyeSight™ earns equipped models IIHS "Top Safety Pick+" designation for 2017. These driver assist technologies include such lifesaving systems as Pre-Collision Throttle Management and Braking and lane-departure

Why is Don Miller Subaru West a hotspot to find high-quality used cars for sale in Madison? Just take one look at our comprehensive pre-owned inventory and you'll get a pretty good idea of what's so special about us as a used car dealer in Madison. And test drive one of these top-notch models, and you'll be sold on our superior selection.

Don't know where to start looking? We maintain a fresh page of featured used vehicles that you can browse from the comfort of home. These are handpicked by our expert sales team for their…

Madison, WI winter is nothing to enter into blindly. You want your car to be prepared for everything that comes with a cold snap or a heavy snowfall. Don Miller Subaru West is winter car-care central for Wisconsin drivers, and we've compiled a quick checklist for winter prep and maintenance to help you brace your Subaru for Mother Nature's impact in the coming months.

1. Old oil and a worn filter can do damage to your car's engine year-round, so keep up with regular oil and filter changes based on your make and model's recommendations.
2. Always carry…

If you're in the market for a vehicle like the 2017 Subaru Outback ... well, you're pretty much just looking at the Outback. This crossover wagon is unique due to its elongated body shape, off-road capability, and competitive price.

Cushy crossovers can't compete because the Outback comes standard with all-wheel drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, a horizontally-opposed four-cylinder engine, and those superior Subaru crash test scores. It outdoes conventional SUVs as well with its low roof height for easy loading, a wide ad surefooted stance, an efficient powertrain, and generous

There are crossovers and then there are capable crossovers. And when you see an SUV with the Subaru seal of approval on its front fascia, you can rest assured that it's the latter. Even when it comes to small SUVs, Subaru has a way of getting the most potential out of every body style.

The five-passenger 2017 Subaru Forester, while nothing forebodingly large, boasts the capabilities of something larger. Its ample ground clearance, standard all-wheel drive, burly suspension components, and horizontally-opposed four-cylinder engine (otherwise known as a SUBARU BOXER® engine) prove to

Are you considering the pros and cons of investing in the new Subaru Legacy? There are many incentives to buying or leasing a Legacy, including its standard all-wheel drive, top safety scores, and generous features. But purchasing this midsize sedan right now certainly has one big pro -- the 2017 Legacy have just arrived here at Don Miller Subaru West, so you can benefit from the very latest and greatest infotainment, security, and safety features.

Not only can you browse our entire new Legacy inventory from our website, but you can also compare the Legacy to one of its most high-profile…

There are a lot of reason to shop Subaru, but the newest reason is that newly available 2017 Forester in Madison. This top-selling model boasts a refreshed exterior styling and features menu, the latter boasting some high-tech safety systems rarely available at this price point.

As a small crossover SUV, the Forester stands out from the crowd with its genuine sportiness, which includes improved steering for the 2017 model year. Of course, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive remains a standard feature, and now you'll benefit from the newfound tech-savviness of 2017 Forester