Locally, Peninsula Subaru is known for its unusual policy of being closed on Sunday for “Family Day.” According to General Manager Steven Taylor, “The policy started more than 15 years ago when we realized our employees, most of whom were religious, would benefit from being closed on Sunday.” For the team at Peninsula Subaru, in an industry that can be rigorous, this means it is a day that they must take off. Still want to look at cars on a Sunday? Feel free to visit on your own as they always leave the lot open so you can look at vehicles at your own pace without anyone around.
Peninsula Subaru prides itself on giving back to the community in a variety of ways. One of their biggest priorities is ensuring children are fed. They do this through strong support for local food organizations including FISH Food Bank, Food Backpacks for Kids, and KP Bischoff Food Bank. They also support the Kitsap Humane Society with adoption days at the dealership. “At our last event, it wasn’t just dogs and cats. We helped them adopt out a snake,” said Taylor.
Over the 23 years since local owner John Dionas started Peninsula Subaru, the dealership has created an environment that is no pressure. Salespeople are trained to help customers and guide them to the right vehicle by listening to them. “If you wouldn’t sell this car to your mother or grandmother, then don’t try to sell it to one of our customers,” said Taylor.
Now, there’s cause for celebration at Peninsula Subaru. On Sunday June 8—yes, a day they are typically closed—Peninsula Subaru will be celebrating the conclusion of their extensive expansion and remodel of the dealership with catered food and fun. The public is invited to attend and learn more about the enlargement of the service waiting area, service bays, interior showroom space, and private sales areas.
With the number one Maximum Potential Score in the district for sales and service, Peninsula Subaru is a “no-pressure, easygoing group of people” located in Bremerton on State Highway 16.
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BY LYNN CASTLE