Should You Buy a 2021 Subaru Legacy for Your Teen?

by Gabrielle DeSantis

Most parents reach a point when their teenagers learn to drive and need a car. Whether you have complete faith in your child’s abilities behind the wheel or you’re terrified about it, one thing is for sure: Your teen needs a safe, reliable vehicle. And Subaru is one of the safest brands. But what about its midsize sedan, the Legacy?

It turns out there are more than a few reasons why the Subaru Legacy should be on your shortlist of cars to consider for your teen.

Saving cash and your teen with the Subaru Legacy 

MotorTrend recently put together a list of ideal vehicles for teen drivers and parents on a budget. And the Subaru Legacy midsize sedan appears on the list for many reasons.

It checks two important boxes for parents of teenage drivers. First, the 2021 Subaru Legacy is super-affordable, with an entry-level price of only $22,895. And second, it boasts a recent safety recognition. 

Why parents approve of the Subaru Legacy’s safety

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Most parents’ primary concern is their teen drivers’ safety. And the 2021 Subaru Legacy delivers. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded it with the highest distinction, Top Safety Pick+. It earned top scores in all of the organization’s crash tests.

Additionally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Subaru Legacy the highest rating of 5 stars. These safety ratings offer peace of mind for anxious parents hesitant to hand over the keys.

Advanced safety features with every 2021 model

Parents of teen drivers will also appreciate the long list of standard safety features on the 2021 Subaru Legacy. Expect seat belt reminders, automatic high beams, and adaptive headlights that adjust to steering.

Every Subaru Legacy also comes with the automaker’s EyeSight suite of driver aids. A forward-collision system applies the brakes in certain conditions. Also, an adaptive cruise feature automatically adjusts the speed to maintain safe distancing between vehicles. And lane departure warnings and lane-keeping assistance alert teen drivers and make minor steering corrections based on lane usage.

Parents also love the standard all-wheel drive, perfect for driving in inclement weather and rough roads.

Your teens, too, will like this sedan

Buying a 2021 Subaru Legacy for your teen also comes with a bonus. Sure, you’ll appreciate the safety, but your kid will love the modern amenities. Plus, six trim levels — Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Limited XT, and Touring XT — make it easy to configure the best ride for your budget.

Non-XT models get a peppy yet fuel-efficient 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine capable of 182 hp. And the two XT models pack a more powerful turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder, harnessing 260 horses. 

Perks your teen will appreciate include dual seven-inch displays and a four-speaker audio system, Edmunds reports. But don’t worry about device distractions — the Legacy has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. In addition, the seats are comfortable, and the Legacy’s style will earn points for coolness.

Yes, you might experience a little anxiety when your teens first hit the road. But when they’re in the driver’s seat of a 2021 Subaru Legacy, you can breathe easier. With a robust platform of safety features and impressive crash-test scores, the 2021 Subaru Legacy is arguably the best choice.

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Keanu Reeves Meets Drunk Automotive YouTuber in This Cringy Tale

by Gabrielle DeSantis

It isn’t uncommon to hear a truly cringe-worthy story that involves a bit too much alcohol, and, with judgment a bit hazy, it is easy to understand how one zealous Keanu Reeves fan might be unable to hide their excitement at the opportunity to meet the popular celebrity in person. Since the story has been released, there has only been speculation about which drunken YouTuber approached Keanu at the Michelin PS4S tire launch and media event. In fact, if you think you know who it was, chances are you are incorrect.

The Michelin PS4S tire launch and media event

The Michelin PS4S, or Pilot Sport 4S, is the newest line for the tire brand’s performance lineup. To introduce the brand to influencers and the media, Michelin held an event that allowed for people to actually try the tires out, and along with the event came autocross experiences, dinners, and even a bit of relaxing for some of the influencers in the form of adult beverages. So, as this story starts out, of course, the embarrassment goes hand in hand with a bit too much to drink.

Keanu Reeves | Jeff Kravitz, FilmMagic

Tavarish claims that it wasn’t him

The storyteller himself, David, is known more commonly by his YouTuber handle @thatdudeinblue, and he went onto the VINWIKI channel to tell his story of watching the cringe-worthy and embarrassing moment. While David did not name who the drunken YouTuber was himself, other sources have read into the comment sections, suspecting the YouTuber to be Freddy Hernandez — or, as he is most popularly known as, Tavarish.

Tavarish has publicly announced that his comment on the VINWIKI channel was, in fact, a joke on his part, and anyone who is familiar with his content and personality would likely agree that this falls well within his sense of humor.

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The joke that got taken too seriously

Many news articles and outlets have taken Freddy’s joking commentary to heart, believing that he was, in fact, the drunk YouTuber who approached Keanu Reeves in that story. There hasn’t been any news update yet as to who the YouTuber in question was, but it seems for the sake of their privacy and to save them from embarrassment, we may never know.

Freddy has claimed that his comment in the YouTube video was merely a joke:

“I would like to publicly apologize for my actions. I ordered a white wine spritzer and then the room started spinning and I can’t remember anything after that.”

Freddy Hernandez, aka Tavarish, YouTuber

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Because no other YouTuber has stepped forward, many people will likely continue to believe that Tavarish was the drunk YouTuber the storyteller describes, but only those in attended the event know the full facts of the story. So really, all we can do from here is guess, because chances are we may never know.

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Does the Ram 1500 Have What It Takes to Outlast the Chevy Silverado?

by Gabrielle DeSantis

There’s no denying that the Ram 1500 has a lot going for it. Car and Driver gave it an Editors’ Choice award. The IIHS also tapped it as a Top Safety Pick for the 2021 model year. But for all the accolades that it’s earned itself, how many miles can you actually expect it to last? Additionally, is the Ram 1500 able to outlast competitors like the Chevy Silverado? Let’s find out.

How many miles does the average pickup last?

An automobile odometer | Universal Education/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

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In a recent study, iSeeCars analyzed more than 11.8 million cars sold in 2020. Overall, the organization wanted to find out which models sold in 2020 had the highest percentage of cars to reach 200,000 miles. In its study, iSeeCars found that of all vehicles sold in 2020, 1.0% reached 200,000 miles. 

But when it came to how many miles the average pickup lasts? iSeeCars was able to determine that 1.9% of pickup trucks sold in 2020 reached successfully 200,000 miles. The three longest-lasting pickup trucks included popular models like the Toyota Tundra, Honda Ridgeline, and the Toyota Tacoma.

How many miles can a Ram 1500 last?

Ram 1500 is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show
RAM 1500 is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show | Raymond Boyd/Getty Images

Unfortunately, the Ram 1500 didn’t find itself at the top of iSeeCars’ list. In fact, after analyzing how long the average pickup lasts, iSeeCars determined that only 1.2% of Ram 1500 models sold in 2020 reached 200,000 miles.

While that does mean the Ram 1500 lasts longer than the average car, it also means it doesn’t last as long as the average pickup. At least not based on iSeeCars data.

iSeeCars data shows that the Ram 1500 was outranked by several other pickups too. Among them were well-known competitors like the Nissan Titan, Ford F-150, and, you guessed it, the Chevy Silverado. 

The Chevy Silverado could last longer than the Ram 1500

A red 2021 Chevy Silverado in an empty parking lot
2021 Chevy Silverado | Daniel Acker/Bloomberg

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Seeing as the Chevy Silverado outranked the Ram 1500 in iSeeCars’ study, let’s talk about how many miles a Chevy Silverado can last. According to iSeeCars, 2.1% of Chevy Silverado models sold in 2020 reached 200,000 miles. That percentage goes to show that, based on iSeeCars’ data, a Silverado will outlast a Ram 1500.

You can count on the Chevy Silverado to outlast the Ford F-150 too. While 2.1% of Chevy Silverado models sold in 2020 reached 200,000 miles, iSeeCars reports that 2.0% of Ford F-150 models sold last year did the same. Though, to be fair, that’s a very small difference in percentages.

Is the Chevy Silverado reliable?

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Sure, according to iSeeCars’ study, the Chevy Silverado has the potential to outlast the Ram 1500. But is it a reliable truck? Consumer Reports gave the 2021 model a one out of five predicted reliability rating, which is the lowest rating possible. J.D. Power, on the other hand, gave the Chevy Silverado a Great quality and reliability rating.

RepairPal reports that the Silverado has average ownership costs too. Additionally, the number of severe issues is very low, making significant repairs uncommon for the Chevy Silverado. All in all, that’s not too shabby if you’re shopping for a pickup that has the potential to outlast the Ram 1500.

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Koenigsegg: A History of Sweden’s Hypercar King

by Gabrielle DeSantis

High-performance sports cars draw eyes. But one Swedish automaker attracts attention not only for its head-turning hypercars but also for its potent engines. Christian von Koenigsegg built his namesake from the ground up. Here, we share the history of Sweden’s hypercar king. 

Koenigsegg’s beginnings

Christian von Koenigsegg had always been interested in how things work. So he spent much of his younger years taking apart video recorders and even toasters. In his teens, his technological curiosity led to vehicles. It led to his becoming known as the best moped tuner in town, Koenigsegg explains. 

His passion eventually turned to cars, especially after seeing a stop-motion movie portraying a bicycle repairman who built his own race car. In 1994, at 22 years old, Mr. Koenigsegg founded a business that’s become famous: Koenigsegg Automotive. 

Two years later, the Koenigsegg CC model went public at the Anderstorp racetrack. It was a prototype, but that didn’t stop many racers from wanting to take it for a spin on the track. Those who did were more than impressed with the CC’s performance. 

Fast-forward to today, and Koenigsegg continues to build high-performance sports cars. And sales don’t appear to be waning. 

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The Koenigsegg workshop has created many hypercars since the CC. Debuting at the Paris Motor Show in 2000, the CC8S (CC V8 Supercharged) packed a 655-hp engine. Two years later, it took a Guinness World Record for the most powerful motor. It’s now considered a rare car. 

From 2004 to 2006, Koenigsegg outdid himself by introducing the CCR, providing even more power than the CC8S could muster. The newer model could generate 806 hp. So, Guinness World Records verified it and gave Koenigsegg a new spot for the highest engine output. In 2005, though, the automaker would again see Guinness, this time for the fastest car (a record the McLaren F1 previously held). The CCR clocked 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and a searing top speed of 387.86 km/h.  

Along came 2006, and Koenigsegg was ready to hit a new market, one on American soil. The newest CCX model became the first high-performance sports car the company sold to U.S. consumers. The CCX’s layout continued Koenigsegg’s traditional setup with a mid-engine V8 motor and carbon fiber tub. It was slightly larger than previous models to meet other markets’ safety and emissions standards. 

It was the Agera S that made the biggest waves in the decade following the CCX. But Koenigsegg hit a snag with this vehicle because biofuels weren’t as readily available at the time. The engine saw major remapping and new hardware. It could generate a hefty output using regular gasoline — producing an insane 1,040 hp. 

The brand’s latest stunner

If you thought the Agera RS was a dream, you’d love the latest model based on it. The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut sports the same fast and furious styling, but it packs an impressive V8 harnessing a whopping 1,280 hp. 

According to Car and Driver, the motor pairs with a nine-speed transmission, made from scratch at the Koenigsegg workshop. The price for this bad boy starts at a cool $3 million. The Jesko Absolut comes in two variants. One is strictly for the racetrack, and the other is street-legal. 

With the Jesko, you’ll get rear-wheel steering for faster cornering, 20-inch forged aluminum wheels in the front, 21-inch wheels in the back, a front splitter, a rear diffuser, and a larger-than-life rear wing. Inside, you’ll find power windows, adjustable pedals, and a removable hardtop. Leather or microfiber hug the seats. 

Koenigsegg has been well-known in Sweden for a quarter-century, but the company has made a name for itself in many countries. From humble beginnings to award-winning vehicles, Koenigsegg Automotive is tough to beat, thanks to its hardworking and passionate founder.

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