Motor Trend Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
Once again, Motor Trend has driven the 2014 Lexus IS, and found it to be an extremely enjoyable experience.
Kevin · March 28th, 2013
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Official Photos: 2014 Lexus IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT
Over fifty images of the IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT all in one place.
Kevin · March 27th, 2013
Official Photos: 2014 Lexus IS 250
Lexus has released a full compliment of new 2014 Lexus IS photos.
Kevin · March 26th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
Autoweek has driven the new 2014 Lexus IS, and came away impressed with the new model.
Kevin · March 26th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS Preview
Debuting at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year, the 2014 third-generation IS is a critical model for Lexus.
Kevin · March 25th, 2013
Lexus to Participate in Goodwood Festival of Speed
This July, Lexus will be making its first official appearance at the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK.
Kevin · March 22nd, 2013
Photo: All Three Lexus IS Generations Together
The Lexus Netherland Facebook page posted this photo of all three IS generations together.
Kevin · March 15th, 2013
Lexus IS Chief Engineer Furuyama Answers Facebook Questions
As mentioned previously, Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama was answering Facebook questions during the Geneva Motor Show.
Kevin · March 14th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS 350 Gets Smarter 8-Speed Transmission
The 2014 Lexus IS 350 will introduce a new transmission technology that improves handling by holding the proper gear in high-speed cornering.
Kevin · March 12th, 2013
Driving Footage of the Lexus IS 300h & IS 250
Another video of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT & IS 250 has surfaced (accompanied by some questionable music).
Kevin · March 8th, 2013
Potential Colors for the New Lexus IS
Curious about the possible colors for the new Lexus IS?
Kevin · March 8th, 2013
TRD Japan & Modellista to Release Third-Generation Lexus IS Body Kits
Here’s the first look at the TRD Japan & Modellista body kits planned for the third-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · March 7th, 2013
Lexus IS 300h in Titanium Metallic
Another new Lexus IS color debuted at the Geneva Motor Show -- Titanium Metallic.
Kevin · March 6th, 2013
New Video of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT
Lexus Europe has released a new video of the IS 300h F SPORT, and it’s pretty racy.
Kevin · March 5th, 2013
Lexus IS 300h F SPORT Introduced at Geneva Motor Show
The Lexus IS 300h F SPORT was introduced today at the Geneva Motor Show in the new Ultra Blue exterior color.
Kevin · March 5th, 2013
What Car? Readers Check Out the New Lexus IS
The folks at What Car? recently brought in readers to check out the new Lexus IS 300h and asked them to share their impressions.
Kevin · March 4th, 2013
Q&A with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama
Lexus will be debuting the IS 300h F SPORT at the Geneva Motor Show this week, and have opened the floor for questions to ask the IS chief engineer, Junichi Furuyama.
Kevin · March 3rd, 2013
Lexus UK Launches IS Art Project
Lexus UK has launched a project bringing the all-new IS F SPORT together with a group of photographers & videographers.
Kevin · February 25th, 2013
Imagining a Next-Generation Lexus IS F Coupe & Sedan
otor Report asked photochopper Theophilus Chin to try his hand at creating a next-generation Lexus IS F in both coupe & sedan formats.
Kevin · February 21st, 2013
Lexus UK Releases 2013 IS 250 & IS 300h Pricing
Lexus UK has announced pricing for the new 2014 IS, with the IS 250 starting at £26,495 ($40,908 USD) and the IS 300h starting at £29,495 ($45,540 USD).
Kevin · February 20th, 2013
New Lexus IS Print Ad in 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
Lexus has released a print ad for the new Lexus IS in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, and just like last year it involves a unique twist on the swimsuit photoshoot.
Kevin · February 13th, 2013
Lexus IS to get Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Engine?
According to a Car Advice interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama, Lexus may be planning to replace the model’s 2.5L V6 with a small turbocharged engine.
Kevin · February 12th, 2013
Detailed Video of the Lexus IS F SPORT
The camera may be a little too close, but this video shows off the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT in 360° of detail.
Kevin · February 11th, 2013
Interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama
While at the Detroit Auto Show, I had a chance to ask Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama a few quick questions, and now my interview is available over at Lexus Magazine.
Kevin · February 6th, 2013
Imagining a Lexus IS Coupe
Photochopper Theophilus Chin has rendered a coupe based on the all-new third-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · February 4th, 2013
Lexus Announces Voluntary Safety Recall for 2006-2012 IS Models
Lexus USA has announced a voluntary safety recall for the 2006-2012 IS.
Kevin · January 30th, 2013
Stunning Photo Gallery of the Red Lexus LFA #64
Located in South Africa, photographer Oliver Hirtenfelder has put together an absolutely stunning collection of photos featuring the red Lexus LFA #24.
Kevin · January 29th, 2013
Insights from a Lexus Insider: Andrew Kirby on the Detroit Auto Show
The following is a message from Andrew Kirby, general manager of the Lexus worldwide product and marketing planning division, who has asked to address Lexus Enthusiast readers directly from time to time.
Kevin · January 29th, 2013
Lexus IS 300h & IS 300h F SPORT Photo Gallery
Lexus Europe has released an extensive photo collection of the IS 300h in both standard and F SPORT models.
Kevin · January 24th, 2013
Will There Be a Next-Generation Lexus IS F?
While at the Detroit Auto Show, Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama discussed the next-generation IS F with Car Advice.
Kevin · January 24th, 2013
Motor Trend Drives the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT
Along with the insightful interview with chief engineer Junichi Furuyama, Motor Trend has published an exclusive feature on the third-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · January 23rd, 2013
Details on the Lexus Display at the Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show opens at the beginning of February, and Lexus has released some details on their planned display.
Kevin · January 23rd, 2013
Video Interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama
Motor Trend has posted a wonderfully detailed video interview with Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama.
Kevin · January 22nd, 2013
Video: 2014 Lexus IS 350 & IS F SPORT on the Road
As part of their media press kits, Lexus has released two videos that provide a very nice visual tour of the new 2014 IS.
Kevin · January 21st, 2013
Confirmed: No Plans for a Next-Generation Lexus IS SportCross
In an interview with The Age, executive vice president of Lexus International, Kazuo Ohara, confirmed there are no plans for a SportCross variant of the new third-generation IS.
Kevin · January 17th, 2013
Guided Tour of the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT
Here’s Ming-Jou Chen of Lexus College with an informative tour of the new 2014 IS.
Kevin · January 17th, 2013
Lexus Hater Likes the 2014 IS F SPORT
When Jalopnik writer and self-professed “Lexus Hater” Raphael Orlove saw the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT at the Detroit auto show, he was surprised by his own reaction.
Kevin · January 17th, 2013
New Lexus IS F SPORT Video from Europe
Lexus Europe has released a stylish new video introduction to the 2014 IS.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
Video: Introducing the New 2014 Lexus IS
Lexus has released this wild video to announce the arrival the new 2014 IS.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS Information
After two days of live coverage at the Detroit Auto Show, it’s time to work through all of the information released about the new 2014 Lexus IS.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
Watch the 2014 Lexus IS Reveal on Facebook
Lexus will be showing the debut of the next-generation IS live on Facebook Tuesday morning at 9:30 ET,
Kevin · January 14th, 2013
Lexus Japan Displays Custom Cars at Tokyo Auto Salon
The Tokyo Auto Salon is Japan’s SEMA show, and Lexus Japan had a collection of show cars on display.
Kevin · January 13th, 2013
Next-Generation Lexus IS Wagon Coming to Detroit Auto Show?
Is the 2014 Lexus IS going to be offered as a wagon?
Kevin · January 11th, 2013
A Closer Look at the 2014 Lexus IS Interior
Yesterday, we took a closer look at the 2014 Lexus IS exterior, and now it’s time to examine the interior,
Kevin · January 10th, 2013
Road & Track Photo Gallery: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT
A select group of magazines had the opportunity for an advance photoshoot with new 2014 Lexus IS, and the gallery at Road & Track is my favorite of the bunch.
Kevin · January 10th, 2013
A Closer Look at the 2014 Lexus IS Exterior
The 2014 Lexus IS has been revealed, so let’s take a closer look at the exterior of the next-generation sports sedan.
Kevin · January 9th, 2013
Video: AutoGuide Previews the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT
Moving along with the next-generation Lexus IS coverage, here’s an exclusive video from AutoGuide.
Kevin · January 9th, 2013
Introducing the 2014 Lexus IS
Full photo gallery & new information about the next-generation Lexus sports sedan.
Kevin · January 9th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS Revealed on Chinese Website
Some early photos of the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT have leaked on the Pacific Automotive website in China.
Kevin · January 9th, 2013
Sneak Peek at the Next-Generation Lexus IS
Taiwan tabloid Apple Daily has published a previously-unseen cutaway image of the next-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · January 8th, 2013
Next-Generation Lexus IS to Offer Subscription-Free Traffic & Weather Reports
Lexus USA has announced that the next-generation Lexus IS will be the first-ever automobile to offer subscription-free real-time traffic and weather information.
Kevin · January 8th, 2013
Photo: Next-Generation Lexus IS with Remote Touch Controller
It’s now confirmed that the new IS will be available with the Remote Touch controller.
Kevin · January 3rd, 2013
New Details on 2014 Lexus IS 300h Engine
On December 25th in Japan, the all-new Toyota Crown was introduced with the 2.5L hybrid engine that’s expected to power the 2014 Lexus IS 300h.
Kevin · December 31st, 2012
Photo: Next-Generation Lexus IS All Covered Up
Lexus Magazine has posted a new photo of the next-generation Lexus IS, all covered up and ready to make its trip cross-country to Detroit.
Kevin · December 28th, 2012
Next-Generation Lexus IS Teased in New Video
Lexus has released a new teaser video of the next-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · December 20th, 2012
La Presse Previews the Next-Generation Lexus IS
French Canadian auto critic Jacques Duval from La Presse has driven the next-generation Lexus IS, and he has described the handling as “absolutely outstanding”.
Kevin · December 17th, 2012
Auto Express Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS 300h
Auto Express has driven the next-generation Lexus IS 300h, and called the new hybrid powertrain “quiet and smooth”, with “impeccable refinement”.
Kevin · December 13th, 2012
Lexus to Replace Interior Trunk Releases in 2007-2013 ES, 2006-2012 IS & 2013 GS
According to Consumer Reports, Lexus is expected to announce a customer service campaign to fix the emergency trunk release in the 2007-2013 Lexus ES, 2006-2012 Lexus IS, and 2013 Lexus GS.
Kevin · December 12th, 2012
Video Preview of the Next-Generation Lexus IS from Australian Drive
Here’s a video of the next-generation Lexus IS prototype from Australian publication Drive.
Kevin · December 12th, 2012
National Post: Next-Generation Lexus IS F SPORT Preview
Graeme Fletcher from The National Post has driven the next-generation Lexus IS prototype, and provides a very detailed account of the experience on the autocross course.
Kevin · December 10th, 2012
Jay Leno Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype
Along with the traditional automotive media, Jay Leno also had an opportunity to drive the next-generation Lexus IS prototype.
Kevin · December 9th, 2012
Lexus IS Hybrid will not be Offered in North America
First mentioned by Car & Driver and then confirmed by Autoweek, the next-generation Lexus IS will not be available as the IS 300h hybrid in North America.
Kevin · December 5th, 2012
Video of the Next-Generation Lexus IS Sound Generator
In the Autoweek.nl preview of the next-generation Lexus IS, the presenter shows off the sedan’s user-adjustable sound generator (around 3:06) — it makes the IS sound like a slightly muted IS F.
Kevin · December 5th, 2012
Video Review of the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype
The next review of the 2014 Lexus IS prototype is from Colum Wood of Autoguide, and it’s an excellent video overview of the camouflaged model.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Carsguide Drives the 2014 Lexus IS Prototype
Paul Gover from Carsguide also had a test drive in the the next-generation 2014 Lexus IS prototype.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Autocar Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS 300h
In advance of next-generation Lexus IS launch at the Detroit Auto Show in January, some automotive magazines have been given an advance look at the next-generation sedan.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Confimed: Next Generation Lexus IS to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
In a short press release, Lexus has announced that the next-generation IS will be revealed at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Lexus LF-CC Approved for Production, Compact Crossover Under Consideration
Autocar is reporting that a coupe based on the Lexus LF-CC has been approved for production.
Kevin · November 30th, 2012