Subaru is a Japanese car brand owned by the automotive giant Subaru Corporation, formerly known as Fuji Heavy Industries. Founded in 1953, it is best known for its line of all-wheel-drive vehicles, including the popular Outback, Forester, and Crosstrek models. The company is known for its use of boxer engines, symmetrical all-wheel-drive drivetrains, and turbocharged engines in its vehicles. Subaru also produces a number of other vehicles, such as the BRZ sports car and the Impreza line of sedans and hatchbacks. Subaru has a strong presence in motorsport, with its vehicles competing in the World Rally Championship, the American Rally Association, and the National Off-Road Racing Association.