Subaru plans to open order banks for the new models in mid-January, which is also when official pricing and specifications will be released. Once Subaru sends this information to Autodata, it typically takes about two weeks for it to appear in their system, which is outside of our control. Orders will not be restricted by allocation, meaning anyone can place an order once the bank opens.
Subaru expects strong demand, especially for the Forester Hybrid, which will have fewer units available than the gas model. Because of this, they recommend placing orders as early as possible. Pricing has not been confirmed yet, but Subaru is aiming to keep it close to post-tariff Model Year 2025 pricing.
Canadian Auto Sales Steady Overall Despite Regional Declines and Market Turbulence
As 2025 winds down, Quebec remains a key market to watch after last year’s late surge in sales driven by buyers rushing to use expiring incentives. That spike inflated comparisons, contributing to weaker results through most of 2025. In October, Quebec’s sales fell 7.9% compared to its ZEV-boosted highs from a year earlier, and its year-to-date performance dipped 0.5%. Other regions also softened in October, with the Atlantic provinces posting single-digit declines despite strong performance earlier in the year, and Alberta and Manitoba seeing similar drops.
GM Pushes Suppliers to Cut China Ties — A Move That Could Reshape Fleet Supply Chains
General Motors has ordered thousands of suppliers to eliminate Chinese-sourced parts and materials from their supply chains by 2027, as the automaker seeks to strengthen supply chain resiliency amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. The directive, which also targets countries like Russia and Venezuela, reflects growing industry fatigue with unpredictable tariffs and supply disruptions involving rare-earth elements and computer chips. While GM has already taken steps to localize production — including investments in U.S.-based battery material and lithium mining — this latest initiative extends to a wider range of components and raw materials, prompting suppliers to scramble for new sourcing options.