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Lexus Trademarks LS 500 in Australia and Europe

Posted by Kevin on August 12th, 2015

Lexus has just trademarked LS 500 in both Australia and Europe, joining the previously-registered LS 500h as a potential engine option for the next-generation Lexus flagship sedan.

Lexus LS: Fourth Generation Rumors

Rumors Swirl on Next-Generation Lexus LS Debut at Tokyo Motor Show

Posted by Kevin on August 11th, 2015

Autocar is reporting the next-generation Lexus LS will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show this year, backing up an earlier report from Motoring Australia.

Japan Racing

ZENT CERUMO Lexus RC F Team Finishes Second in Super GT Round 4

Posted by Kevin on August 11th, 2015

The ZENT CERUMO RC F racing team of Yuji Tachikawa & Hiroaki Ishiura finished second in this weekend’s Super GT Round 4 race at Fuji Speedway.

Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Lexus LX: Third Generation

Lexus to Debut Two Updated Vehicles at Pebble Beach This Week

Posted by Kevin on August 10th, 2015

Lexus has announced that two updated models will be revealed this Thursday in Pebble Beach ahead of the annual 2015 Concours d’ Elegance this weekend.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Middle East Spy Shots

Spy Shots: The Updated 2016 Lexus LX Revealed!

Posted by Kevin on August 10th, 2015

The updated 2016 Lexus LX 570 has been fully revealed by rogue Instagrammer Hamad1two3 and Australian website The Motor Report.

Lexus RX: Fourth Generation Photo Galleries Spy Shots

Spy Shots: Three-Row Lexus RX Prototype Spotted in California?

Posted by Kevin on August 7th, 2015

A camouflaged Lexus RX prototype has been spotted in California, sparking rumors that this may be our first look at long-rumored Lexus three-row crossover.

Lexus IS: Third Generation Photo Galleries

Sponsor: Vossen Wheels x Lexus IS F SPORT in LFA Yellow

Posted by Kevin on August 6th, 2015

Vessel Wheels have just released new photos and videos of their modified Lexus IS F SPORT in LFA yellow.

Autoshows Future Lexus LF-LC Rumors

Production Lexus LF-LC Coupe Coming to Detroit Auto Show in January?

Posted by Kevin on August 6th, 2015

Lexus USA general manager Jeff Bracken spoke with Reuters during an industry conference in Michigan yesterday, where he dropped a major hint about what to expect at the Detroit Auto Show in January.

In the News

The Lexus Hoverboard: Coverage from Around the Web

Posted by Kevin on August 5th, 2015

To call the latest Lexus Hoverboard video a massive marketing success would be an understatement — it’s spread through all corners of the web, even my friends and family are posting about it on Facebook.

In the News

The Lexus Hoverboard Revealed

Posted by Kevin on August 4th, 2015

At long last, Lexus has released the full details on their much-hyped hoverboard — let’s start with the main video with skater Ross McGouran riding the board in Barcelona.

Lexus CTh: First Generation Rumors

New Rumors on the Next-Generation Lexus CT

Posted by Kevin on August 3rd, 2015

Japanese magazine Mag-X has some new rumors on the next-generation Lexus CT, including the above rendering that suggests the hybrid hatchback might get more than just a fresh new design.

Sales Reports USA

Lexus July 2015 Sales Report

Posted by Kevin on August 3rd, 2015

Lexus USA has reported 29,816 total sales for July 2015, a 9.1% improvement over last year.

Europe Lexus RC F: First Generation Racing

Lexus RC F GT3 Finishes Second Overall in Nürburgring VLN Race

Posted by Kevin on August 2nd, 2015

The Farnbacher Racing Lexus RC F GT3 racing team have finished second overall in Round 5 of the German VLN Championship Series at the Nürburgring.

Europe Lexus RC: First Generation

Lexus Announces RC 200t with 2.0L Turbo Engine

Posted by Kevin on August 1st, 2015

The 2016 Lexus RC 200t has just been announced by Lexus Europe, making the year-old coupe the fourth model to be offered with Lexus’ new 2.0L four-cylinder turbo engine.

Lexus LF-LC Spy Shots

Spy Shot: The Lexus LF-LC Production Prototype Spotted Again!

Posted by Kevin on July 31st, 2015

A new photo from Steering News shows off the front end of the Lexus LF-LC production prototype for the first time.

Lexus ES: Sixth Generation USA

Updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Now Featured on Lexus USA Website

Posted by Kevin on July 30th, 2015

The Lexus USA website has been updated to include information and new photos of the refreshed 2016 ES 350 and ES 300h.

Europe Lexus NX: First Generation Videos

Video: Lexus and Will.i.Am Create Real-Life Guitar Hero with Lasers and NX Crossovers

Posted by Kevin on July 30th, 2015

The Lexus Europe collaboration with musician Will.I.Am hits a high note with this elaborate real-life videogame event in Madrid.

Lexus LF-LC Spy Shots

A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-LC Production Prototype

Posted by Kevin on July 29th, 2015

It’s been twenty-four hours since a production prototype of the Lexus LF-LC concept was spotted in California — let’s take a closer look at the two images and how they compare to the original concept.

Site News

Premium Member Giveaway: The Art of Lexus 25th Anniversary Book

Posted by Kevin on July 29th, 2015

This month’s premium member giveaway is the new Art of Lexus book just released by Lexus to celebrate the brand’s first 25 years.

In the News Videos

Lexus Hoverboard to be Revealed Next Week

Posted by Kevin on July 29th, 2015

Lexus continues to tease their Slide Hoverboard project with this new video clip.

Features Lexus LF-LC Spy Shots

Spy Shots: Lexus LF-LC Production Prototype Spotted!

Posted by Kevin on July 28th, 2015

Matt Farah from The Smoking Tire has posted photos of what looks to be a Lexus LF-LC production prototype to his Instagram account.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Spy Shots

More Spy Photos of the Updated 2016 Lexus LX 570

Posted by Kevin on July 27th, 2015

Carscoops has new spy photos of the updated Lexus LX 570 by way of Instagram user @Hamad1two3.

Lexus GS F: First Generation

Photo Gallery: Lexus GS F at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Posted by Kevin on July 27th, 2015

Finally, some photos of the Lexus GS F at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Lexus IS: Third Generation USA

Lexus USA Announces 2016 IS Sedan with Three Engine Options

Posted by Kevin on July 24th, 2015

Lexus USA has announced the 2016 IS model, which will include three engine options for the first time.

Lexus IS F: First Generation Racing Videos

Video: Chef Uses Lexus IS F CCS-R Engine to Cook Dinner During Race

Posted by Kevin on July 23rd, 2015

During the 24 Hours of Nürburgring race, Baumann Racing teamed up with chef Mario Kotaska to use their Lexus IS F CCS-R engine as a cooking oven.

Podcast

Lexus Enthusiast Podcast Episode 2: Interview with Super GT Race Driver James Rossiter

Posted by Kevin on July 22nd, 2015

Our guest this month is Super GT race driver James Rossiter, who races as part of the PETRONAS TOM’S Lexus RC F GT 500 team.

China Manufacturing

Lexus Delays Plan to Build Vehicles in China

Posted by Kevin on July 22nd, 2015

Lexus has postponed plans to start building vehicles in China due to a slowdown in the country’s automotive market and lower manufacturing costs in Japan.

Lexus GS F: First Generation Videos

Video: Lexus GS F Chief Engineer Interview

Posted by Kevin on July 21st, 2015

There’s a new video interview with Lexus GS F chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi.

Australia Commercials Lexus RC F: First Generation Videos

Video: Custom Lexus RC F Displays Driver’s Heartbeat

Posted by Kevin on July 20th, 2015

Lexus Australia has created an RC F that uses electroluminescent exterior paint to display the driver’s heartbeat.

CT Owner Blog

Lexus CT F SPORT Owner Blog: The Full Detail

Posted by Kevin on July 20th, 2015

In preparation of the F SPORT Meet last month, I spent the better part of a day getting my CT prepped and ready.

Lexus LFA Videos

Video: Lexus LFA Hooning at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Posted by Kevin on July 17th, 2015

Lexus UK’s blue LFA put on quite a show at the Goodwood Festival of Speed a couple weeks back.

In the News Japan

Lexus Global Design Manager: An Interview with Takeshi Tanabe Part 3

Posted by Kevin on July 15th, 2015

The final part of my interview with Takeshi Tanabe, Global Design Manager for Toyota & Lexus.

Advertising Commercials

Video: The Lexus Hoverboard has a Pilot

Posted by Kevin on July 15th, 2015

Lexus has released a second video on their #LEXUSHOVER hoverboard, which confirms that professional skater Ross McGouran will be the board tester.

Japan Lexus RC F: First Generation Reviews

Possible Production Version of the Lexus RC F CCS-R Race Car?

Posted by Kevin on July 15th, 2015

Peter Lyon from Motoring Australia had a chance to drive the Lexus RC F CCS-R race car on Fuji Speedway: The Lexus RC F CCS-R is a pre-production version of the RC F GT Concept that has campaigned at Pikes Peak and the Nurburgring. Weighing 400kg less than the production RC F, the CCS-R runs …

Lexus Global Design Manager: An Interview with Takeshi Tanabe Part 2

Posted by Kevin on July 14th, 2015

Through a series of emails, I interviewed Takeshi Tanabe, the Manager of Global Design for both Toyota and Lexus, on a number of wide-ranging topics.

Europe Sales Reports

Lexus Europe Sales Up 29% in the First Half of 2015

Posted by Kevin on July 14th, 2015

Lexus Europe reports 31,600 sales for the first six months of 2015, an increase of 29% compared to last year.

Interiors Japan Podcast Tech

Lexus Global Design Manager: An Interview with Takeshi Tanabe Part One

Posted by Kevin on July 13th, 2015

Last month, I was lucky enough to talk with Takeshi Tanabe, the Global Design manager for both Toyota and Lexus, in a wide-ranging interview on a number of topics.

Lexus CTh: First Generation Spy Shots United Kingdom

Spy Shots: Next-Generation Lexus CT Prototype Spotted

Posted by Kevin on July 13th, 2015

Prototypes of the next-generation Lexus CT have been spotted in England.

Lexus ES: Sixth Generation

2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Information

Posted by Kevin on July 10th, 2015

New information on the updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h has been released today, with both models getting a significant exterior refresh, upgraded safety systems, and new interior tech.

Commercials In the News

More Details on the Lexus Hoverboard

Posted by Kevin on July 9th, 2015

Wired Magazine has some new details on the Lexus Hoverboard, including an explanation on how the technology works and why Lexus built the board in the first place.

Daily Photo

Photo: The Lexus GS F at the Goodwood Hill Climb

Posted by Kevin on July 8th, 2015

It took a couple weeks, but we finally have a photo of the Lexus GS F taking part in the Goodwood Festival of Speed Hill Climb.

Japan Lexus LS: Fourth Generation Rumors

Lexus to Offer Next-Generation LS with Four-Cylinder Turbo Engine?

Posted by Kevin on July 8th, 2015

According to Japanese magazine Mag-X, Lexus will release the next-generation LS with a 2.5L four-cylinder turbo engine.

Desktop Wallpapers Lexus IS F: First Generation Lexus LFA Lexus RC F: First Generation

Desktop Wallpapers: The Lexus LFA, RC F, & IS F All Together

Posted by Kevin on July 7th, 2015

Automotive photographer Ste Ho attended the Erin Park Lexus F SPORT Meet last week, and managed to pull together the three Lexus F models together for a photo shoot

Future Lexus IS-C: First Generation Lexus RC: First Generation Rumors

Lexus RC Convertible to be Released in 2016?

Posted by Kevin on July 7th, 2015

Motoring Australia has a new timeline for the Lexus RC convertible.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Spy Shots

Spyshots: The 2016 Lexus LX Spotted in the Middle East

Posted by Kevin on July 6th, 2015

Carscoops has some images of the 2016 Lexus LX in the Middle East.

Lexus LS: Fourth Generation

Next-Generation Lexus LS to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show in October?

Posted by Kevin on July 6th, 2015

Motoring Australia reports that the next-generation Lexus LS will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, and will share engine options with the upcoming LC coupe.

Canada

Event Recap: Lexus F SPORT Meet in Canada

Posted by Kevin on July 5th, 2015

The second annual Erin Park Lexus F SPORT Meet happened last Sunday just outside of Toronto, and it was an event made unique by a number of reasons.

Europe Racing

Lexus RC F GT3 Teams Finish Top of Class in First Nürburgring Race

Posted by Kevin on July 5th, 2015

The Lexus RC F GT3 racing team of Dominik & Mario Farnbacher finished first in the SPX class and 10th overall in this weekend’s VLN Round 4 race at the Nürburgring.

Europe Lexus RC F: First Generation Racing

Two Lexus RC F GT3 Teams to Race in Germany This Weekend

Posted by Kevin on July 2nd, 2015

Two Lexus RC F GT3 racing teams will join the German VLN championship this weekend in the SPX prototype class.

Canada Sales Reports USA

Lexus June 2015 Sales Report

Posted by Kevin on July 1st, 2015

Lexus USA has reported 26,121 total sales for June 2015, a 6.6% improvement over last year.

Commercials In the News

Lexus Hoverboard Skatepark Discovered in Barcelona

Posted by Kevin on July 1st, 2015

Last week, Lexus went viral with the announcement that they had created a fully functioning hoverboard, and now Spanish website El Patín has uncovered the skatepark where it’s all going to happen

Future Lexus LF-LC Rumors

Lexus LF-LC Coupe to Have Twin-Turbo 600+ Horsepower V8 Engine?

Posted by Kevin on June 30th, 2015

Automobile Magazine has an article on potential powertrains for the upcoming Lexus production model based on the LF-LC concept.

Lexus RC F: First Generation Racing

Lexus RC F Finishes Third in Pikes Peak Hill Climb Time Attack

Posted by Kevin on June 29th, 2015

Justin Bell and the Lexus RC F GT concept finished third in the Time Attack 1 class at this weekend’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Canada Lexus IS: Third Generation

Lexus IS 200t Coming to Canada, New IS 300 AWD Also Announced

Posted by Kevin on June 26th, 2015

Lexus Canada has announced that the current IS 250 will be replaced with two engine options — the IS 200t RWD announced earlier today, and a new IS 300 AWD.

Europe Lexus IS: Third Generation

Lexus Announces IS 200t with 2.0L Turbo Engine

Posted by Kevin on June 26th, 2015

Lexus Europe has announced the long rumored IS 200t sports sedan will be available starting in September of this year.

Dealerships USA

Jalopnik Article: Here’s Why My Dad Will Never Buy Anything But a Lexus Ever Again

Posted by Kevin on June 25th, 2015

Doug DeMuro over at Jalopnik has a great story about his father and a recent experience at the local Lexus dealership.

Canada

Reminder: Lexus F SPORT Meet in Toronto This Weekend

Posted by Kevin on June 24th, 2015

One final reminder for everyone in Toronto and the surrounding areas — the 2015 Lexus F SPORT Meet happens this Sunday at the Flamboro Speedway in Hamilton, Ontario.

Body Kits Japan Lexus NX: First Generation Mods Photo Galleries

Photo Gallery: The Lexus NX 20t Aero Kit from TOM’S Japan

Posted by Kevin on June 24th, 2015

Official Lexus Japan tuner TOM’S has released more photos of their new NX 20t aero kit.

Commercials Features In the News

Video: Lexus Creates Functional Hoverboard

Posted by Kevin on June 23rd, 2015

Lexus has partnered with experts in super-conductive technology to create a real life hoverboard for their new Amazing in Motion marketing campaign — it’s all very crazy, let’s start off with the teaser video: The hoverboard uses liquid nitrogen cooled superconductors and permanent magnets to float above the ground, with a design that features the …

Video: The 2016 Lexus RX in Traffic

Posted by Kevin on June 23rd, 2015

While this wouldn't be news on any other site, here's a quick video of red 2016 Lexus RX moving through traffic in Japan.

Lexus RC F: First Generation Racing USA

Lexus RC F GT Concept to Participate in Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Posted by Kevin on June 22nd, 2015

Lexus will be competing in the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this Sunday with the new RC F GT Concept.

Japan Racing

ENEOS SUSTINA Lexus RC F Finishes Second in Super GT Round 3

Posted by Kevin on June 22nd, 2015

The ENEOS SUSTINA RC F racing team of Kazuya Oshima & Yuji Kunimoto finished second in this weekend’s Super GT Round 3 race in Thailand.

Podcast

Super GT Racing Driver James Rossiter to be Next Guest on Lexus Enthusiast Podcast

Posted by Kevin on June 19th, 2015

For the next episode of the Lexus Enthusiast Podcast, I’ll be interviewing Super GT PETRONAS TOM’S lead driver James Rossiter.

Europe Lexus RX: Fourth Generation Photo Galleries

Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus RX in New Colors

Posted by Kevin on June 18th, 2015

Lexus Norway has posted some group photos of the next-generation RX, likely from an advance training event.

Awards USA

Lexus Finishes Ninth Overall in 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

Posted by Kevin on June 18th, 2015

Lexus has finished ninth overall in the annual J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality study, dropping six positions compared to the year previous.

Daily Photo

Photo: The 2016 Lexus RX Country Living

Posted by Kevin on June 17th, 2015

Toronto photographer Ste Ho lucked into an impromptu photo opportunity with the all-new 2016 Lexus RX F SPORT.

Commercials Videos

Lexus Releases Teaser for Next Amazing in Motion Video

Posted by Kevin on June 17th, 2015

Lexus International has released a teaser for the next video in their Amazing in Motion series.

Sales Reports USA

Lexus Leads U.S. Luxury Vehicle Registrations in 2015

Posted by Kevin on June 16th, 2015

Lexus leads this year’s U.S. luxury automotive market in new vehicle registrations despite being third in sales behind Mercedes and BMW.