Subaru’s flat-four engines have earned a loyal following for their low center of gravity and all-weather confidence, but they also carry a reputation for being picky about maintenance. Keeping a boxer ...

All internal combustion engines require some kind of maintenance. (If that's news to you, your car probably needs to be inspected by a mechanic.) But there are different types of internal combustion ...

In 1968, Subaru introduced the diminutive 360 as an inexpensive economy car: “Cheap and Ugly” (Subaru’s words, not mine). Only seven years later, the brand made a big move with the launch of its 4WD ...

Isaac Atienza is a Filipino motoring journalist who joined TopSpeed.com in 2021. He also owns a Filpino motoring website called Go Flat Out PH and is also a contributor to a local newspaper called The ...

Boxer engines feature flat, opposing pistons that move in opposite directions for smooth operation. Subaru and Porsche are primary modern users, benefiting from low center of gravity and performance.