In terms of style, the Forester Hybrid will be available in an exclusive new exterior color, Daybreak Blue Pearl, as well as a contrast Crystal Black Silica roof (for certain colors). It also gets HYBRID badging on the fenders and power rear gate. High-durability, animal-free StarTex® interiors will also be available on select trim levels.

Environmentalists in Thailand expressed their disappointment on Tuesday (February 11) after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to bring back plastic drinking straws, pushing back efforts by his predecessor to phase out single-use plastics and tackle waste.

In its second year of production, the sixth-generation Forester is finally taking that quantum leap from straight-ICE to an optional battery-hybrid.