Subaru Loves to Care: Giving Back to Cancer Patients in Clarksville, TN

Hearts and Coats Warmed at Wyatt Johnson Subaru of Clarksville’s Operation Warmth Event On February 15th 2024, Wyatt Johnson Subaru joined forces with the Salvation Army and the national Operation Warmth initiative to spread warmth and joy to the Clarksville community. The dealership, led by General Manager Lindsay Perales, Jen Woolf (General Manager Assistant), and Charlsie Nabb (Subaru Love Encore Specialist), proudly donated a whopping 288 brand-new winter coats to children in need. Subaru's Love Promise in Action This generous donation wasn't just about coats; it was about embodying Subaru's core value: "Love. It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru." As part of the Subaru Love Promise, Wyatt Johnson Subaru actively seeks opportunities to support the communities they serve. This year, they chose Operation Warmth, a national program dedicated to providing new winter coats to children facing poverty. Partnership for a Purpose The Salvation Army played a crucial role in identifying the families most in need of winter gear. They compiled a list of recipients, ensuring the coats reached children who would truly benefit from them. This collaboration between Wyatt Johnson Subaru and the Salvation Army exemplifies the power of community partnerships in making a real difference. Beyond the Coats While the coat drive was a fantastic success, Wyatt Johnson Subaru's commitment to community goes beyond one event. Their commitment to the "Subaru Loves to Help" promise extends throughout the year, encouraging customers, employees, and partners to participate in various initiatives that uplift the local community. Join the Movement Inspired by Wyatt Johnson Subaru's heartwarming act of generosity? Get involved! Look for opportunities to support Operation Warmth, the Salvation Army Clarksville Corps, or other organizations dedicated to helping children in need. Remember, even small contributions can make a significant impact on a child's life. Contact us at Wyatt Johnson Subaru in Clarksville, TN for more information on how you can help. Wyatt Johnson Subaru Loves to Care! Together, we can create a warmer, more compassionate community, one coat, one act of kindness at a time!

Subaru is a company that’s committed to spreading love and doing good in local communities. At Wyatt Johnson Subaru, we feel the same way! We’re passionate about giving back to our Clarksville community, and that’s why we were thrilled to partner with Tennova Healthcare for the Subaru Love Promise event. Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville, TN, is a cornerstone of our community, providing compassionate care for patients of all ages. To bring joy and encouragement to those receiving care at Tennova, our team donated customized blankets that fold into pillows, stationary supplies, and crafts. On July 11, 2024, a group of local student volunteers from VolunTeen gave out the gifts and care kits to Tennova patients, and it was truly heartwarming to see how the teens interacted with those staying at the hospital. The gifts boosted the patients’ moods, and being visited by caring volunteers brought a smile to the faces of those undergoing treatment. Partnering with Tennova Healthcare gave us the opportunity to live out the Subaru Loves to Care initiative. This is Subaru’s way of supporting those facing medical challenges, bringing hope to patients and their families. A special thanks to Sandy Wooten, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for Tennova, who worked with us to coordinate this Subaru Love Promise event! Our Community Outreach Community involvement is one of Wyatt Johnson Subaru’s top priorities, and our team has come together to give back at numerous events over the years. We participated in the national Operation Warmth Coat Drive in February 2024, joining forces with the Salvation Army to donate 288 new winter coats to children in need. Events like this show how powerful it can be when we come together to support our neighbors! Every coat donated, every patient care package, and every other way that we give back is our way of embodying Subaru’s core value: Love. The Subaru Love Promise You’ve probably heard Subaru’s tagline: “Love. It’s what makes a Subaru a Subaru.” Not only does this apply to the love that drivers feel for their vehicles, but it extends to the responsibility that Subaru feels to spread love in the world. The Subaru Love Promise is the brand’s commitment to giving back in a few key areas: helping the hungry, preserving the Earth, caring for the sick, making education accessible, helping pets find loving homes, and giving back to local communities. Learn More About Wyatt Johnson Subaru If you want to learn more about the Subaru Love Promise and our community outreach, please contact us online or stop by in person! We’d love to tell you more about our dealership and how we plan to give back in the future.

For the majority of the year, driving conditions are pretty tepid. But the true test of your integrity as a car owner, and the quality of your car comes during the winter months. This is when you can truly get punished for not taking care of your car unless you take care of the necessary winter car prep. Between harsh winter weather and the toll the cold, ice, snow, and salt can take, you really have to step up your winter car care game to get your vehicle winter ready. We don’t want to see you or your car on the side of the road this winter season. The best way to avoid any issues is to make sure your car is ready to take on whatever the next few months have in store. So before things get really rough, here are 5 simple winter car care tips that will help you and your car be ready for the colder months ahead. Juice Up Your Battery Having to wait for a jump in the middle of the cold and possibly snow is up there with the worst things to happen in winter. If you don’t check your battery before the cold weather sets in, you’re really taking a gamble. The extreme cold that we tend to see can make it difficult for your battery to operate. And the last thing you want is to come back to your car left in a cold parking lot and find it dead leaving you with no heat. The best advice you’ll get today is to get a volt test on your battery now. This will tell you what the health of your battery looks like and whether or not you should invest in a new battery. Maintain Your Tires When it comes to driving in winter, the quality of your tires is paramount. But it’s not just about what kind of tires you have but keeping an eye on your tire pressure as well. Investing in winter tires or all-season tires is a great idea and one we highly recommend. You want something that you can rely on for snow, rain, mud, and anything else you may encounter this year. However, something that gets overlooked often is tire pressure. As the air gets colder, tire pressure can drop up to one pound per square inch with every 10-degree drop. Keep an eye on your tire pressure and make sure you fill them if they are looking low. Check Your Fluids Every fluid in your car is going to help it perform the best it can during the colder months. For this reason, it’s very important that all of your fluid levels are good and fresh. Change your oil and filters if it’s coming near time, flush and refill your coolant/antifreeze, and fill your windshield wiper fluid. Doing all of these now will ensure that your car works the way it should even when temperatures drop. Wash Your Car This may seem like a weird thing to do, but it’s surprisingly important. However, this is something that you should do throughout the winter months. As more snow hits the roads, the county will salt those roads in an effort to keep them as clear as possible. But that salt will also end up on your car, especially all over your undercarriage. While the salt really helps the roads, it can wreak havoc on your car and cause rust. That is unless you give it a good wash after a big snow. Both an automatic and manual wash will work, as long as you can hit your undercarriage well. Pack an Emergency Kit Everything is all fun and games until your car dies in the middle of a snowstorm. Whether you slid on ice or something happened with your engine, or maybe even ran out of gas, having an emergency kit may just save your life. Depending on the weather and where you are, you definitely need to be prepared for anything. Here are some things you should have packed: First-aid kit Jumper cables Snow brush and ice scraper Flares Multi-tool with a knife Portable charger Air pump Shovel Cat litter or sand Candle and lighter Thermal blanket Snacks and water Stay Safe Out There Winter can be a crazy time, but making your vehicle winter ready ahead of time can go a long way. These are just a couple of things you can do, but there’s always more. Do your research and talk with our fantastic service technicians about what you should have done before the colder months are on top of us. Be smart and stay safe this holiday season!