Automaker recognized by Points of Light Civic
50 as one of the most community-minded companies in America for the
fourth year in a row
CAMDEN,
N.J., June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of
America, Inc. (SOA) today released its sixth annual Corporate
Impact Report, highlighting its mission to be More Than a Car
Company®. The report showcases the automaker's commitment to
all its stakeholders, including customers, retailers, employees,
and surrounding communities. In addition, Subaru was recognized by
Points of Light as a 2024 Civic 50 Honoree for the fourth year in a
row, reaffirming its status as one of the 50 most community-minded
companies in America.
Tadashi 'Tady' Yoshida, Chairman and CEO, Subaru of America,
Inc.:
"We extend our sincere gratitude to our retailers,
partners, and the broader Subaru community for their invaluable
support and dedication which drives our achievements. By working
together towards a shared mission, we can make a meaningful impact
on our world."
The Subaru Corporate Impact Report provides a detailed outline
of how the company embodied the Subaru Love Promise throughout
2023. Through comprehensive data collection and disclosure efforts,
the report delves into the who, what, where, when, and why behind
the automaker's endeavors to be a positive force and show love and
respect to all people at every interaction, including new car
buyers, longstanding owners, retailers, partners, and the
communities where Subaru employees live and work.
Jeff Walters, President and
COO, Subaru of America, Inc.:
"At Subaru, our collective
commitment to being More Than a Car Company means embracing the
responsibility to uphold that pledge across every aspect of our
operations. While we are proud of our achievements over the last
year, we remain focused on continuing to do better, enhancing the
world we inhabit, and empowering the people in our
communities."
The Subaru Love Promise, a cornerstone of the company's ethos
and the focal point of the Corporate Impact Report, is organized
into five pillars: Subaru Loves to Care, Subaru Loves the Earth,
Subaru Loves to Help, Subaru Loves Learning, and Subaru Loves Pets.
In 2023, Subaru achieved significant milestones, including
contributing over $1.4 million in
donations to nonprofits in the Camden community via the SOA Foundation, and
collectively volunteering over 15,000 hours nationwide.
Living Our Values
- Subaru of America employees partnered with TED@Work to equip
employees with the right resources and platforms to foster
conversations around Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
(DEIB).
- Kevin Kight, General Manager of
Subaru of Olathe in Kansas and member of the Subaru National
Retailer Advisory Board, was named a 2023 Automotive News
Notable Champion of Diversity for his instrumental role in driving
DEIB strategies and initiatives at the local level.
- Subaru of America's annual comprehensive equal pay analysis
found no disparities in pay based on race, ethnicity, or sex. The
third-party assessment of pay practices ensures transparency,
fairness, and equity.
Love Promise Customer Commitment
- Subaru received more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
(IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards than any other brand since
2013.*
- Named #1 in safety and product quality through the American
Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®) Automobile Study 2022-23.
- Awarded 2023 Best Mainstream Automotive Brand according to
Customer Reports.
Love Promise Community Commitment
- Contributed more than $288
million in charitable donations from SOA and its
participating retailers through the annual Subaru Share the Love® Event over the last
sixteen years.
- Recognized by Forbes as the #1 automotive brand for social
impact.
- Received the inaugural FutureCast TrailBlazer Award for "A
Beautiful Silence" highlighting the connection between Subaru
customers and their vehicles.
- More than 70% of SOA employees volunteered a total of 15,064
hours in the greater community in 2023.
- Donated more than $1.4 million to
over 50 Camden nonprofit organizations.
In addition to underscoring how Subaru was More Than a Car
Company® in 2023, the report showcases how the
automaker's corporate responsibility actions parallel the United
Nations Sustainable Development Goals. To learn more about
Corporate Responsibility at SOA, please visit
www.subaru.com/about/corporate-responsibility.html.
*Claim applies to U.S.-spec vehicles. Based on research
conducted by Subaru of America and Subaru
Canada.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America,
Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru
Corporation of Japan.
Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Camden, N.J., the company markets and
distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a
network of more than 630 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are
manufactured in zero-landfill plants and Subaru of Indiana
Automotive, Inc. is the only U.S. automobile manufacturing
plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National
Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise,
which is the company's vision to show love and respect to everyone,
and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the
past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than
$300 million to causes the Subaru
family cares about, and its employees have logged nearly 88,000
volunteer hours. As a company, Subaru believes it is important to
do its part in making a positive impact in the world because it is
the right thing to do. For additional information visit
media.subaru.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and
YouTube.
Diane Anton
Subaru of America, Inc.
(856) 488-5093
danton@subaru.com
Adam Leiter
Subaru of America, Inc.
(856) 488-8668
aleiter@subaru.com
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