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Lexus Magazine Profile on Shuichi Ozaki, Vehicle Performance Tester

Posted by Kevin on February 27th, 2012

Lexus Magazine is running a great profile on Shuichi Ozaki, a Lexus “Meister” whose job “is to identify, safeguard, and optimize the mix of emotions that create the uniquely human appeal of the new GS —- and all Lexus vehicles.”

Lexus LFA Lexus LS: First Generation Photos

First Generation Lexus LS 400 & LFA Together

Posted by Kevin on February 26th, 2012

By way of the Lexus Europe Twitter account comes this photo of a Lexus LFA and a mint first-generation LS 400.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Personal Racing USA

The Desert Challenge: My Weekend with Joe Bacal & His Lexus LX Racer Part Three

Posted by Kevin on February 26th, 2012

For a weekend in January, I became an official member of Joe Bacal’s JTGrey racing team, who are entering the 2012 SCORE off-road season with a brand new LX 570 race truck. The following is the final installment of a three part series detailing my experience.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Personal Racing

The Desert Challenge: My Weekend with Joe Bacal & His LX Racer Part 2

Posted by Kevin on February 25th, 2012

For a weekend in January, I became an official member of Joe Bacal’s JTGrey racing team, who are entering the 2012 SCORE off-road season with a brand new LX 570 race truck. The following is the second part of a three part series detailing my experience.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Personal Racing

The Desert Challenge: My Weekend with Joe Bacal & His Lexus LX Racer Part One

Posted by Kevin on February 24th, 2012

For a weekend in January, I became an official member of Joe Bacal’s JTGrey racing team, who are entering the 2012 SCORE off-road season with a brand new LX 570 race truck. The following is the first part of a three part series detailing my experience.

Japan Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Quick Links Reviews

Cutest Lexus GS Review Ever?

Posted by Kevin on February 24th, 2012

I post this almost entirely without comment, but I’m pretty sure this Japanese car review is actually a model dressed up as a doctor having a conversation with a Lexus GS.

Lexus LFA Racing Videos

Lexus LFA Lap with Toyota Racing Driver Alex Wurz

Posted by Kevin on February 23rd, 2012

Former F1 driver, double Le Mans winner, and current Toyota Racing driver Alex Wurz took the Lexus LFA out for a spin -- here’s the result of his track time.

Autoshows Future Lexus RX: Third Generation Rumors USA

Is Lexus Planning to Expand the RX Family?

Posted by Kevin on February 23rd, 2012

Kicking Tires sat down with Lexus USA vice president of marketing Brian Smith at the Chicago Auto Show, and came away with some new insight into Lexus’ future plans.

Competitors F SPORT Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Photo Galleries

Lexus GS F Sport Challenge Photos

Posted by Kevin on February 23rd, 2012

If you haven’t seen the Lexus GS Challenge feature running in Motor Trend & Automobile Magazine this month, then you’ve missed out on the photography of Scott Dukes, and I just can’t allow that to happen.

Interiors Lexus ES: Fifth Generation Spy Shots

Examining the 2013 Lexus ES Interior

Posted by Kevin on February 22nd, 2012

One day after the new 2013 Lexus ES was revealed, let’s return to the photos and take a closer look at the interior.

China Features Future Lexus ES: Fifth Generation Photo Galleries Rumors Spy Shots

2013 Lexus ES Spotted in China!

Posted by Kevin on February 21st, 2012

The next-generation 2013 Lexus ES has been revealed by way of Chinese forum XCar.

Comparisons Competitors F SPORT Racing Reviews

Lexus GS Challenges BMW 535i & Mercedes E350 Sport

Posted by Kevin on February 21st, 2012

To prove how much the new GS has improved, and show how it stacks up to the competition, Lexus invited Automobile Magazine & Motor Trend to do some independent testing of the GS 350 F Sport against the BMW 535i and Mercedes E350 Sport.

Europe F SPORT Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Lexus GSh: Second Generation Reviews United Kingdom

Top Gear Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F Sport

Posted by Kevin on February 20th, 2012

Top Gear Magazine’s Tom Ford has reviewed the Lexus GS 450h F Sport, and found it to be “better than the old GS, surprisingly nimble, [with a] nice interior and a properly interesting choice.”

F SPORT Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Quick Links Sponsorships Tech USA

Lexus Releases Tori 500 iPhone Racing Game

Posted by Kevin on February 20th, 2012

Following up on the Lexus/Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue crossover, the Tori 500 game for the iPhone & iPad has been released.

Lexus LX: Second Generation Russia Videos

Russian Lexus LX 470 Gets a Fur Coat

Posted by Kevin on February 17th, 2012

Some fashion-forward individual in Russia has given their Lexus LX 470 the ultimate winter accessory.

Europe Lexus LFA Quick Links Racing

Lexus Magazine Revisits LFA Nürburgring Lap Record

Posted by Kevin on February 17th, 2012

Lexus Magazine has revisited the LFA’s record-setting Nürburgring lap, with new insight and interviews with Chief Engineer, Tanahashi Haruhiko, development supervisor, Naoaki Ito, and test driver, Akira Iida.

Autoshows Concepts Lexus LF-LC USA Videos

New Video of the Lexus LF-LC Concept

Posted by Kevin on February 17th, 2012

Lexus custom car builder Five Axis has released some new footage of the LF-LC concept, and it’s just plain ridiculous.

Lexus IS F: First Generation Quick Links Reviews USA

Motor Trend Reviews the 2012 Lexus IS F

Posted by Kevin on February 16th, 2012

The mechanical improvements made to the 2011 Lexus IS F continue to impress in 2012, with the latest review from Motor Trend calling the super-sedan “a legitimate mauler of Munich’s (and Stuttgart’s) current best”.

Awards USA

Lexus Tops 2012 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study

Posted by Kevin on February 15th, 2012

After finishing second last year, Lexus has taken the top spot in the 2012 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.

China In the News Sales Reports USA

Lexus Targets 500,000 Worldwide Sales in 2012

Posted by Kevin on February 15th, 2012

Lexus aims to boost worldwide sales by about a quarter to 500,000-510,000 vehicles this year.

F SPORT In the News Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Sponsorships Videos

Lexus GS Races Around Supermodel-Shaped Race Track

Posted by Kevin on February 14th, 2012

After a test run last year, Lexus has become the official automotive partner for the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, and to mark the occasion, Lexus made a racetrack in the shape of swimsuit model Tori Praver’s curves and had race car driver Scott Pruett and stunt driver Greg Tracy compete for her affections.

Europe Hybrids Lexus CTh: First Generation Lexus RX Hybrid: First Generation Photo Galleries

Photo Gallery: Lexus Hybrids and the Aurora Borealis

Posted by Kevin on February 14th, 2012

Taken in Norway near Lexus Tromsø, the northernmost Lexus dealership in the world, here are some photos of a CT 200h & RX 450h lit up by the Aurora Borealis.

Europe Lexus LFA Quick Links Racing Reviews United Kingdom

CAR Magazine Reviews the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition

Posted by Kevin on February 13th, 2012

Ben Barry has written a review of the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition for CAR Magazine, calling it Japan’s Bugatti Veyron.

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Four New Lexus GS Desktop Wallpapers

Posted by Kevin on February 13th, 2012

Accompanying Lexus Europe’s press release about the Geneva motor show were four images of the new GS that all deserve to be made into desktop wallpapers.

F SPORT Features Japan Lexus RX Hybrid: First Generation Lexus RX: Third Generation Photo Galleries Rumors Spy Shots

2013 Lexus RX & RX F Sport Revealed!

Posted by Kevin on February 11th, 2012

A brochure for the 2013 Lexus RX has been leaked online, and it confirms the crossover will be getting both a mid-cycle update and a F Sport package.

Autoshows Europe F SPORT Future Hybrids Lexus RX Hybrid: First Generation Lexus RX: Third Generation

Two New Lexus F Sport Vehicles to Debut at the Geneva Motor Show

Posted by Kevin on February 10th, 2012

Lexus Europe announced today that two new F Sport vehicles will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Photo Galleries

2013 Lexus LX 570 Photo Gallery

Posted by Kevin on February 10th, 2012

Lexus Global has posted a new set of 2013 LX 570 photos on their Flickr page — here’s a sampling of the full gallery.

In the News Japan Quick Links

Fortune Magazine Profile of Akio Toyoda

Posted by Kevin on February 9th, 2012

Fortune has a nice profile on Akio Toyoda and his effect on Toyota’s culture, including his involvement in redefining Lexus as a luxury performance brand.

Hybrids Interiors Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Tech Videos

Details on the Lexus GS 450h Bamboo Steering Wheel

Posted by Kevin on February 9th, 2012

If you ever doubted that Lexus is all about the details, here’s seven minutes of video dedicated to the bamboo steering wheel available in the new GS 450h.

Autoshows Lexus LFA Photo Galleries Quick Links USA

Four Lexus LFAs on Display at Chicago Auto Show

Posted by Kevin on February 8th, 2012

It was press day at the Chicago Auto Show today, and as part of their exhibit, Lexus is showcasing four LFAs.

F SPORT Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Tech Videos

Lexus GS Dynamic Handling System Demonstration

Posted by Kevin on February 8th, 2012

Here’s a great video showing the Lexus GS’s new Dynamic Handing system in action.

Comparisons Competitors Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Reviews

Car & Driver Comparison: 2013 Lexus GS 350 vs. Audi A6 3.0T Quattro

Posted by Kevin on February 8th, 2012

For the very first comparison test featuring a 2013 Lexus GS 350, Car & Driver puts Lexus’ newest sedan up against the 2012 Audi A6 3.0T Quattro.

China F SPORT Future Hybrids Lexus RX: Third Generation Rumors

More Lexus RX F Sport Rumors

Posted by Kevin on February 7th, 2012

Backing up previous rumors out of Australia & Japan, Taiwanese website Autonet is reporting that Lexus plans to release a RX F Sport package this year.

Advertising Commercials Lexus GS: Fourth Generation USA Videos

New Lexus GS Commercials

Posted by Kevin on February 6th, 2012

It turns out that the Lexus GS Super Bowl commercial was just the start of the marketing blitz — here’s three new ad spots featuring the 2013 sports sedan.

Advertising Branding Commercials Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Videos

Behind-the-Scenes of the Lexus Super Bowl Commercial

Posted by Kevin on February 6th, 2012

With the Lexus GS Super Bowl commercial debut tonight, here’s a short behind-the-scenes look at the filming.

Lexus LFA Mods Photo Galleries

Lexus LFA on 22″ Forgestar Wheels

Posted by Kevin on February 3rd, 2012

By way of VIP Auto Salon, here’s two Lexus LFAs sitting on Forgestar wheels.

Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Quick Links USA Websites

Lexus Points of No Return Facebook App

Posted by Kevin on February 3rd, 2012

Lexus made news of a different sort today with the introduction of their new Facebook Points of No Return app.

Autoshows Lexus LX: Third Generation Photo Galleries Quick Links Tech

Lexus Magazine: 2013 Lexus LX 570 Changes

Posted by Kevin on February 2nd, 2012

For my latest column in Lexus Magazine, I talk with Paul Williamsen of Lexus College about some new features of the restyled 2013 LX 570.

Future Hybrids Lexus ES: Fifth Generation Photo Galleries Spy Shots

2013 Lexus ES Hybrid Spy Photos

Posted by Kevin on February 1st, 2012

Leftlane News has released spy photos of a camouflaged 2013 Lexus ES, and it's a hybrid.

Features Sales Reports USA

Lexus January 2012 Sales Report

Posted by Kevin on February 1st, 2012

Lexus has reported total sales of 12,274 units for the first month of 2012, which is a 4.6% drop compared to last January.

Lexus GS: Fourth Generation

Insights from a Lexus Insider: Karl Schlicht on the New Lexus Design

Posted by Kevin on January 31st, 2012

Lexus Global general manager Karl Schlicht discusses why it's good there are people that don’t like the new Lexus design.

Advertising Commercials Lexus GS: Fourth Generation USA Videos

Lexus Super Bowl Commercial

Posted by Kevin on January 31st, 2012

Here it is, the Lexus Super Bowl commercial for the new 2013 GS.

Lexus LFA Photo Galleries

Super Vibrant Fresh Green Lexus LFA

Posted by Kevin on January 31st, 2012

The special selection Lexus LFA colors are arriving in full force — the latest one to appear is Fresh Green, and it’s a doozy.

Advertising Branding Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Official Events USA

More Details on the Lexus Super Bowl Commercial

Posted by Kevin on January 30th, 2012

Lexus USA vice president of marketing Brian Smith was interviewed by Big Lead Sports about the upcoming Lexus Super Bowl commercial and provided some new information on the spot.

Advertising Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Quick Links USA Websites

Lexus USA Website Updated with 2013 GS

Posted by Kevin on January 30th, 2012

Lexus USA have updated their website to include the 2013 GS, and in the process have completely redesigned how their model information is presented.

Lexus LFA USA Videos

Brownstone Lexus LFA Spotted in Ohio

Posted by Kevin on January 29th, 2012

Classic Lexus of Willoughby Hills, Ohio, has taken delivery of a LFA with a Brownstone exterior, a special order color that’s one of my favorites yet.

Body Kits Japan Lexus GS: Fourth Generation

Modellista Releases New Lexus GS Body Kit

Posted by Kevin on January 27th, 2012

Just like TRD, *Modellista* also released a body kit for the new Lexus GS.

Body Kits F SPORT Features Japan Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Mods Photo Galleries

TRD Japan Releases New Lexus GS Body Kit

Posted by Kevin on January 26th, 2012

The 2013 Lexus GS went on sale in Japan earlier today, and newly developed TRD parts were revealed as part of the launch.

Concepts Lexus LF-LC Videos

Calty Designers Share Favorite Lexus LF-LC Design Elements

Posted by Kevin on January 26th, 2012

Building on an earlier video featuring the Calty designers talking about the Lexus LF-LC, here’s another video interview with the team.

Autoshows Body Kits Interiors Japan Lexus LS: Fourth Generation Mods

Tokyo Auto Salon: Lexus LS with a Spindle Grille & Louis Vuitton Interior

Posted by Kevin on January 26th, 2012

Returning once again to the Tokyo Auto Salon, here’s a custom Lexus LS notable for its attempt at the GS spindle grille.

F SPORT Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Quick Links Reviews USA

Motor Trend Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport

Posted by Kevin on January 25th, 2012

Motor Trend has posted their first drive review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT, and despite the continual references to Darth Vader and Star Wars, it’s a generally positive affair.

China Lexus IS: Second Generation Rumors

Next-Generation Lexus IS Rumors

Posted by Kevin on January 24th, 2012

Taiwanese website Autonet is speculating that the next-generation Lexus IS will debut at the Los Angeles auto show this year, ahead of a mid-2013 release.

Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Racing Videos

Scott Pruett Talks about the New Lexus GS

Posted by Kevin on January 24th, 2012

In response to a recent Facebook fan poll, Lexus has put together a video featuring Scott Pruett talking about the new GS 350′s driving performance.

Lexus LFA Mods Photo Galleries Photos USA

Lexus LFA on Vossen CV3 Wheels

Posted by Kevin on January 23rd, 2012

Mike over at Vossen Wheels sent me this photo of Lexus USA’s prototype yellow LFA sitting on some 20″ Concave Vossen CV3 wheels.

Japan Lexus IS F: First Generation Videos

Race-Spec Lexus IS F Drifting Fail

Posted by Kevin on January 23rd, 2012

At a Tokyo Auto Salon demonstration event last week, a Gazoo Racing Lexus IS F was all ready to put on a show — unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned.

Autoshows Concepts Hybrids Lexus LF-LC Personal Photo Galleries USA

Photo Gallery: Lexus LF-LC on Display

Posted by Kevin on January 22nd, 2012

It's been two weeks since the Lexus LF-LC was officially revealed at the Detroit auto show, so I've been looking forward to going back through my photos -- here's my final gallery of the coupe concept.

Lexus LFA USA

First Production Lexus LFA Crash

Posted by Kevin on January 20th, 2012

It was only a matter of time — here are photos of the first known crash of a production Lexus LFA.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Quick Links Sales Reports USA

2013 Lexus LX 570 USA Pricing

Posted by Kevin on January 19th, 2012

Lexus USA has announced that the 2013 LX 570 will start at $80,930 USD, an increase of $1,475 over the 2011 model.

Concepts F SPORT Future Hybrids Interiors Lexus LF-LC USA

Lexus Magazine Interview with Lexus LF-LC Designers

Posted by Kevin on January 19th, 2012

Lexus Magazine is running an interview with two of the Calty designers responsible for the Lexus LF-LC.

Lexus LFA USA

Lexus LFA in Slate Blue

Posted by Kevin on January 19th, 2012

One of the first special color Lexus LFAs to arrive in the USA is sporting a Slate Blue exterior.

Commercials Lexus GS: Fourth Generation Rumors USA Videos

Lexus Releases Superbowl Commercial Teaser

Posted by Kevin on January 18th, 2012

Lexus has released a fifteen second teaser of their upcoming Superbowl commercial.

Concepts In the News Japan USA

A Message from Karl Schlicht, General Manager of Global Lexus Product & Marketing Planning

Posted by Kevin on January 17th, 2012

The following is a message from Karl Schlicht, the General Manager of Global Lexus Product & Marketing Planning, who asked me at the Detroit Auto Show if he could address my readers directly from time to time.

Autoshows Concepts Lexus CTh: First Generation Rumors United Kingdom

Lexus Executives Discuss Possible New Models

Posted by Kevin on January 17th, 2012

A new article from Automotive News has plenty of interesting details on Lexus’ future plans, including some potential new models.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Personal Photo Galleries Racing USA

Race Weekend with Joe Bacal and his Lexus LX 570

Posted by Kevin on January 16th, 2012

This weekend in Laughlin, Nevada, Joe Bacal and his JT Grey Lexus LX 570 kicked off the 2012 SCORE Championship season with a pair of podium finishes, and in an incredible turn of events, I was invited to be part of the team as a co-driver.

Autoshows Concepts Features Japan Lexus LFA Special Editions

Lexus LFA Roadster Spotted in Tokyo

Posted by Kevin on January 13th, 2012

From out of nowhere, a Lexus LFA roadster has appeared during a D1GP Drift demonstration at the Tokyo Auto Salon.

Lexus LX: Third Generation Photo Galleries

2013 Lexus LX 570 Information

Posted by Kevin on January 13th, 2012

Let’s take a little break from the LF-LC concept for a moment to look at the newly revised 2013 Lexus LX 570.

Autoshows Concepts F SPORT Interiors Lexus LF-LC Photo Galleries Photos

Lexus LF-LC Interior Photo Gallery

Posted by Kevin on January 13th, 2012

For my next photo set from the Detroit Auto Show, here’s a quick gallery with some Lexus LF-LC interior detail shots.

Autoshows Awards Concepts Lexus LF-LC Quick Links USA

Lexus LF-LC Wins EyesOn Design Award

Posted by Kevin on January 12th, 2012

The Lexus LF-LC was named the best concept car of the 2012 North American International Auto Show by the EyesOn Design Awards committee of industry design leaders.