Subaru is the automobile manufacturing division of the Japanese transportation conglomerate Subaru Corporation, formerly known as Fuji Heavy Industries. It is known worldwide as the maker of cars featuring a distinctive boxer engine layout and the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, both of which became standard on most Subaru models. The name "Subaru" is the Japanese word for the Pleiades star cluster, which is also represented in the company logo consisting of six stars, symbolizing the companies that merged to form the original corporation. Subaru vehicles are recognized for their all-wheel-drive capabilities, safety features, and reliable performance, appealing to a loyal niche of drivers globally. The company also has a history rooted in aircraft manufacturing before transitioning primarily to automobiles starting in the mid-20th century.
