Subaru plots EV strategy, despite doubts about U.S.

Subaru last week showed off a mock-up of its first full-electric vehicle, set to arrive early this decade. (HANS GREIMEL)

January 26, 2020 05:00 AM

TOKYO — Subaru's first full- electric crossover points to a greener future for an all-wheel-drive brand long seen as an electrification laggard.

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