It's the time of year where you start cleaning and preparing for the summer, and that's important for your car too. Whether you used it all winter or it's just coming out of hibernation, your car can probably use some service, and Green Subaru in Springfield is just the place to do it!

Shopping at our Springfield, IL Subaru dealer serving Decatur, Taylorville, Jacksonville and Chatham will set you up for success in a number of ways. For one, all our new Subaru models and used vehicles are excellent options in terms of quality, affordability and sensible driving styles for the Springfield area. But beyond the great new Subaru models like the Crosstrek and our high-quality and affordable used cars, we go above and beyond.

"The Crosstrek isn’t just sensible, it’s cool." - @USATODAY https://t.co/hym7oidRtF

— Subaru (@subaru_usa) March 19, 2018

There are safety features in the auto world out there, but then there's the Subaru EyeSight suite, which is second to none in terms of driver assistance aids. Offered with most new Subaru models, the EyeSight suite bundles safety options like lane change assist, automatic cruise control and blind-spot monitoring, among others. Press play to learn what one expert has to say about the EyeSight suite, then visit our Springfield, IL Subaru dealership serving Decatur, Taylorville, Jacksonville and Chatham today to get started.

Less than a decade into its already storied history, the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is already beloved by rugged subcompact SUV enthusiasts the off-grid world over. All-new for a new model year and in its second generation, the latest Subaru SUV jockeys for rank in the ripe design space between the practicality of a versatile hatchback and reliability and durability of an all-terrain compact SUV. Luckily, it needn't try hard. With a more refined and technologically advanced interior and an expanded safety and driver-assist repertoire, among other enhancements, the capability of the new...

The most recent model year of the Subaru Forester proves its nuances within every trim. Read below and see which model type fits your Taylorville or Jacksonville lifestyle best.

The latest Outback model from Subaru is more than meets the eye. This crossover features six trim levels, each of which provides a unique set of benefits to Springfield and Decatur drivers alike.

The automotive world is buzzing about the 2019 Subaru Ascent, which is the brand's first three-row SUV. This model, despite its interior space, does not appear bulky or lose the appeal that all Subaru models have, rather it manages a grace and elegance that the full-size SUV segment has been craving.

The biggest Subaru SUV ever is here. See the 2019 #SubaruAscent at an auto show near you. Learn more: https://t.co/7Tm06jZzV7 pic.twitter.com/kDW1xtHroL

— Subaru (@subaru_usa) January 4, 2018

If you're looking to get a new Subaru Outback or Forester, the time has never been better for drivers in Springfield, IL. Our new specials and incentives offer the savings you want and need for your budget.

Getting your new Subaru Outback shouldn't break your budget in Decatur, and with our exclusive specials, you can afford your new Outback easier than ever. You'll love the value the Outback provides. With all-wheel drive, 8.7" of ground clearance and plenty of entertainment features, you don’t have to pay an arm and a leg to get the vehicle…

It can get especially cold here in Springfield, IL during the winter. We all know how brutal the cold can be, especially if you are not properly dressed for it. Here at Green Subaru, we believe that nobody should have to experience winter without a warm coat.

That is why we are holding our annual coat drive throughout the entire month of November!

#SubarusandSunsets (photo courtesy: Anthony Felix) pic.twitter.com/gPQQiPCyNF

— Subaru (@subaru_usa) October 25, 2017

Here at Green Subaru, these are questions we run into a lot, and understandably so. The differences between taking out a car loan and signing on the dotted line of a Subaru lease can seem nuanced at first, but upon further investigation, they become more apparent – often, just as diverse as our new Subaru selection here in Springfield, too.

Lessees, for example, aren't in the market to own a new car or SUV. Leasing's a short-term agreement. Opt to lease a Subaru here in…