Subaru AWD Helps You Drive Better in Summer Too
May 30 2025,
Summer brings different driving challenges than winter snow. Heavy rain creates slick roads. Construction zones have loose gravel. Mountain roads test your car's grip. Subaru's All-Wheel Drive system works year-round to handle these situations better than regular two-wheel drive cars.
Most people think AWD only helps in winter. That's not true. Subaru's system sends power to all four wheels all the time. This gives you better control in summer weather too.
Rain and Wet Roads
Summer storms can soak roads fast. Oil and water create slippery spots that catch drivers off guard. Regular front-wheel drive cars struggle because only two wheels get power. If those front wheels slip, you lose control.
Subaru AWD splits power between all four wheels. If two wheels hit a wet patch, the other two keep you moving straight. You stay in control even when road conditions change quickly.
The system works before you need it. Other AWD systems wait until wheels slip, then try to help. Subaru's system is already working, so there's no delay when traction gets bad.
Better Handling on Curves
Summer road trips often mean winding mountain roads or coastal drives. These roads test how well your car handles turns and hills.
AWD helps here too. The system keeps power going to all wheels as you accelerate out of turns. This stops wheel spin that can make your car slide or lose grip.
On steep hills, the extra traction helps you climb without wheels spinning. Going downhill, all four wheels help control your speed and direction.
Construction Zone Confidence
Summer means construction season. Work zones create rough driving with loose gravel, uneven pavement, and sudden surface changes.
Two-wheel drive cars can get thrown around by these conditions. One wheel hits loose gravel and the car jerks to one side. You have to fight the steering wheel to stay straight.
AWD smooths out these problems. All four wheels share the work of keeping you moving forward. If one wheel hits loose material, the other three compensate. Your car stays steady with less effort from you.
Towing and Heavy Loads
Summer activities often involve towing boats, trailers, or campers. Extra weight changes how your car handles and needs more traction to get moving.
AWD helps here by giving you four wheels to pull the load instead of two. This is especially helpful on boat ramps or when starting from a stop with a heavy trailer.
The balanced design of Subaru's AWD also helps prevent trailer sway. The system keeps power distributed evenly, which makes towing safer and less stressful.
Off-Road Summer Fun
Summer opens up camping trips, beach drives, and mountain trails. These activities take you off paved roads where regular cars struggle.
Subaru AWD handles dirt roads, sand, and gravel better than two-wheel drive. The system automatically sends power to wheels with the best grip. This keeps you moving when others get stuck.
You can reach camping spots and beaches that front-wheel drive cars can't handle. The AWD gives you access to more summer adventures.
Better Acceleration
Even on dry summer roads, AWD helps with acceleration. Hard acceleration can make two-wheel drive cars spin their tires and waste power.
AWD spreads acceleration force across four contact points instead of two. This means you can use more of your engine's power without losing traction. You get better acceleration for highway merging and city driving.
Year-Round Value
Subaru AWD works every day, not just in bad weather. The system adds value to your driving throughout the year. You get better control in rain, more confidence in construction zones, and the ability to explore off-road areas.
The technology doesn't hurt fuel economy either. Subaru's AWD gets similar gas mileage to many front-wheel drive cars because of its efficient design.
Summer driving has its own challenges that most people don't think about. Heavy rain, construction zones, and recreational activities all benefit from having power sent to all four wheels. Subaru's AWD system handles these situations automatically, giving you better control and confidence year-round.
Ready to experience how AWD improves your summer driving? Stop by Subaru of Maple and take any AWD-equipped Subaru for a test drive to feel the difference all four wheels make.
