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2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV Review: The Off Roader’s Delight

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV Review: The Off Roader’s Delight. If you’ve ever envisioned yourself weaving through rough terrains with ease and style, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV is your ticket to that dream. Subaru, known for its off-road capabilities, has taken things up a notch with this model. For those considering a Subaru […]
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2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV Review: The Off Roader’s Delight. If you’ve ever envisioned yourself weaving through rough terrains with ease and style, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV is your ticket to that dream. Subaru, known for its off-road capabilities, has taken things up a notch with this model. For those considering a Subaru for the first time, let’s dig into what this off-road beast has to offer.

Performance & Drive
Under the hood, the Crosstrek Wilderness sports a 2.5-liter DOHC BOXER engine that delivers a solid 182 horsepower, coupled with a torque of 178 lb-ft. The Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) ensures a smooth drive, be it on city roads or rocky terrains. Its advanced dual-function X-MODE® enhances traction on slippery surfaces, making off-roading safer and more enjoyable.

With Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, you get an optimal distribution of power, ensuring maximum traction in all conditions. A commendable 9.5” ground clearance allows you to maneuver effortlessly over rocky landscapes. Plus, its approach, departure, and ramp breakover angles have all been increased, meaning you can tackle steeper obstacles with ease.

Exterior & Design
The Geyser Blue exterior, combined with unique Wilderness aesthetics, instantly captivates. Blacked-out badges, wheel arches, and side cladding contrast beautifully with the blue. The anti-glare hood decal is not just practical but adds a dash of rugged charm. The exclusive Subaru Wilderness grille and hexagon-patterned LED fog lights are head-turners. The anodized gold finish accents, although not to everyone’s taste, do give the car a unique touch. The raised ladder-type roof rails aren’t just for show; they can support up to 700 lb statically, making them perfect for camping gear.

Interior & Comfort
Step inside, and the first thing you notice is the StarTex® water-repellant upholstery, ideal for adventurers who often find themselves wet or muddy. This model doesn’t just cater to the off-road enthusiast but ensures comfort with features like the 10-way power driver’s seat and the premium Harman Kardon sound system. The dark tint privacy glass keeps the sun’s glare out, while the dual-zone automatic climate control ensures you remain cozy.

A large 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Plus system, which supports both wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, ensures you remain connected even in the wilderness. The touchpoints in Gunmetal Gray, combined with anodized gold-finish stitching, elevate the interior aesthetics.

Safety & Technology
Safety, a cornerstone of Subaru, shines brightly in the Crosstrek Wilderness. Features like the EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, Blind-spot detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Reverse Automatic Braking ensure a protective cocoon around the driver and passengers. The mirror with a built-in compass, steering responsive LED headlights, and tire pressure monitoring system are thoughtful additions for the off-road enthusiast.

Utility
A major highlight is the 3,500 lb. towing capacity, which is impressive for a vehicle of this class. The 60/40 split fold-down rear seatbacks offer versatility in cargo space, making it easy to switch between passenger and gear space. With the seats up, you have a generous 20.0 cu. ft. of space, and this expands to 54.9 cu. ft. when folded.

Pros & Cons
Pros:
* Water-repellent seats ensure durability.
* Premium sound system by Harman Kardon.
* 9.5” ground clearance, perfect for off-roading.
* The impressive towing capacity of 3,500 lb.
*Advanced driver-assist technologies for added safety.

Cons:
* Gold accents might not appeal to all.
*The interior has a noticeable amount of plastic.

Final Verdict
Priced at $35,560.00, the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SUV is more than just a car; it’s an off-roading statement. While it has a few aesthetic drawbacks, its performance, safety features, and off-road capabilities make it a compelling buy. For those venturing into the world of Subaru for the first time, this model promises an experience that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t switch sooner.
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LIVE from the NMA Convention Raheem DeVaughn Says The Time Is Now: Let’s End HIV in Our Communities #2

Set against the backdrop of the NMA conference, Executive Officers from the National Medical Association, Grammy Award Winning Artist and Advocate Raheem DeVaughn, and Gilead Sciences experts, are holding today an important conversation on HIV prevention and health equity. Black women continue to be disproportionately impacted by HIV despite advances in prevention options. Today’s event […]

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Set against the backdrop of the NMA conference, Executive Officers from the National Medical Association, Grammy Award Winning Artist and Advocate Raheem DeVaughn, and Gilead Sciences experts, are holding today an important conversation on HIV prevention and health equity.

Black women continue to be disproportionately impacted by HIV despite advances in prevention options. Today’s event is designed to uplift voices, explore barriers to access, and increase awareness and key updates about PrEP, a proven prevention method that remains underutilized among Black women. This timely gathering will feature voices from across health, media, and advocacy as we break stigma and center equity in HIV prevention.

Additional stats and information to know:

Black women continue to be disproportionately affected by HIV, with Black women representing more than 50% of new HIV diagnoses among women in the U.S. in 2022, despite comprising just 13% of women in the U.S.

Women made up only 8% of PrEP users despite representing 19% of all new HIV diagnoses in 2022.

● Gilead Sciences is increasing awareness and addressing stigma by encouraging regular HIV testing and having judgment-free conversations with your healthcare provider about prevention options, including oral PrEP and long-acting injectable PrEP options.

● PrEP is an HIV prevention medication that has been available since 2012.

● Only 1 in 3 people in the U.S. who could benefit from PrEP were prescribed a form of PrEP in 2022.

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TRUMP: “Washington, D.C. is Safe”

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — President Trump, who typically travels with a full contingent of high-level protection, insinuated that he finally felt safe enough to go to dinner in the District of Columbia. “My wife and I went out to dinner last night for the first time in four years,” said the nation’s 47th president.

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By Apriil Ryan
BlackPressUSA Washington Bureau Chief and White House Correspondent

“Washington, D.C. is safe,” President Trump declared from the Oval Office today. Those words came while Trump was hosting Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During the question-and-answer session, which primarily focused on a peace deal in the Russian-Ukrainian war, Trump explained, “You did that in four days.” He was speaking of how fast the National Guard quelled the violence in what was once called Chocolate City.

The President deployed the National Guard to D.C. a week ago, to a city with reduced crime rates over the previous year. Violent crime dropped by 26%, marking the lowest level in 30 years. Homicides also fell by 11%.

President Trump, who typically travels with a full contingent of high-level protection, insinuated that he finally felt safe enough to go to dinner in the District of Columbia. “My wife and I went out to dinner last night for the first time in four years,” said the nation’s 47th president.

Trump reinforced his claim about the newly acquired safety in D.C. by relaying that a friend’s son is attending dinner in D.C., something he would not have done last year.

After the president finished his comments, a reporter/commentator in the room with close connections to Marjorie Taylor Greene jumped into the high-level conversation to affirm the president’s comments, saying, “I walked around yesterday with MTG. If you can walk around D.C. with MTG and not be attacked, this city is safe.”

That reporter was the same person who chastised President Zelenskyy months ago during his first Oval Office meeting with Trump for not wearing a business suit. Zelenskyy, a wartime President, has been clad in less formal attire to reflect the country’s current war stance against Russia.

Without any sourcing, President Trump also said, “People that haven’t gone out to dinner in Washington, D.C., in two years are going out to dinner, and the restaurants the last two days have been busier than they’ve been in a long time.”

The increase in policing in Washington, D.C. is because a 19-year-old former Doge employee was carjacked in the early hours of the morning recently.

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Rising Energy Costs Weigh Heaviest on Black Households

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — For many African American families, the cost of keeping the lights on and homes heated or cooled is not just a monthly bill — it’s a crushing financial burden.

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By Stacy M. Brown
Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent

For many African American families, the cost of keeping the lights on and homes heated or cooled is not just a monthly bill — it’s a crushing financial burden.

A new national study from Binghamton University and California State University, San Bernardino, finds that Black households spend a far larger share of their income on energy compared to white households, even when income levels are the same. “We often say that African Americans suffer more, but we often blame it just on income. And the reality is, there is something more there,” study author George Homsy, associate professor at Binghamton University, wrote. “It’s not just because they tend to be poor. There is something that’s putting them at a disadvantage. I think what happened is it happens to be where they live.” The study, published in Energy Research & Social Science, analyzed 65,000 census tracts across the United States. It found that while the average American household spends about 3.2% of income on energy bills, households in the majority African American census tracts spend an average of 5.1%.

Homsy and researcher Ki Eun Kang point to the age and condition of housing stock, along with lower homeownership rates, as key drivers. Their research concludes that “energy burden is not simply a matter of income or energy cost but also race, which might be driven by place.” Older, less energy-efficient housing and high rental rates in Black communities mean residents often cannot make upgrades like improved insulation or new appliances, locking families into higher bills.

Tradeoffs and Health Risks

The consequences go beyond money. Families forced to spend 10% or more of their income on energy — what experts classify as “unmanageable” — may cut back on food, medicine, or other essentials. More than 12 million U.S. households report leaving their homes at unsafe temperatures to reduce costs, while millions more fall behind on utility bills. The health effects are severe. High energy burdens increase risks of asthma, depression, poor sleep, pneumonia, and even premature death. The issue is especially acute for African Americans, who are disproportionately exposed to housing and environmental conditions that amplify these risks.

Washington, D.C.: A Case Study

In Washington, D.C., the problem is particularly stark. A recent analysis by the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) shows that SNAP-eligible households spend more than 20% of their income on energy bills. Across the metro area, nearly two-thirds of low-income households devote over 6% of their income to energy, and 40% face what researchers call a “severe financial strain,” paying more than 10%. Pepco, the District’s primary electricity provider, has implemented three consecutive annual rate hikes, pushing the average household bill to $114 per month as of January 2025. Shutoffs have followed — nearly 12,000 customers lost service in 2024, with disconnections doubling after a summer rate hike. Washington Gas has also sought a 12% rate increase and pushed a controversial $215 million pipeline replacement project, rebranded as “District SAFE.” The plan could ultimately cost D.C. households an additional $45,000 each over several decades, or nearly $1,000 annually added to bills.

Historical Roots

Researchers argue that these inequities are not accidental but rooted in history. The ScienceDirect study reveals that African American communities living in formerly redlined neighborhoods continue to face disadvantages today — from poor housing quality to higher climate risks. Homsy says policymakers must make targeted efforts. “It is harder to get to rental units where a lot of poor people live,” he noted. “We need to work harder to get into these communities of color.”

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