New Lexus GS 450h Photo Gallery
The next official photo gallery stars a Starfire Pearl Lexus GS 450h at the beach, along with some shots of the beautiful bamboo trimmed interior.
Video: Lexus GS F Sport in Motion
Carsguide in Australia has posted the first video review of the new GS, and while I wouldn’t rate it high for insight, it does have some superb footage of the GS in motion.
Autocar Reviews the Lexus GS 250 F Sport
Autocar has posted a review of the Lexus GS 250 F Sport, a car I didn’t even know existed until yesterday.
Inside Line Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport
As with any review roundup, I have to start with Inside Line, who went the extra mile and collected actual data while the rest of us were just hooning it up on the autocross course at the El Toro Airport.
Massive 2013 Lexus GS 350 Photo Gallery
As promised, here's the first wave of official photos from the Lexus GS press launch, featuring the standard GS 350 in *Liquid Platinum* and *Rivera Red*.
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2013 Lexus GS First Drive Reviews
Over the past three weeks, Lexus has been bringing in automotive journalists from all over the world to the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California, for the global press launch of the all-new fourth-generation GS.
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Next-Generation Lexus IS Photochops from Japan
Shamiz, our source for Japanese magazine rumors, can come through again with these Best Car renderings of four possible next-generation IS variants.
Japanese Lexus GS 350 F Sport Lighting
While the North American Lexus GS 350 F Sport package won’t be equipped with fog-lamps, that won’t be the case in other parts of the world.
Joe Bacal’s Lexus LX 570 Finishes Second in Class at Baja 1000
This past weekend, Joe Bacal, Paul Williamsen, and the JT Grey Lexus LX racing team secured a second place finish in the Stock Full class at the Baja 1000, completing the race in 29:27:09.
Lexus GS 250 Debuts in China
Finally making it official, Lexus has unveiled the GS 250 today at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition in China.
Lexus LFA #003 Tears Up Road Atlanta
I don't know if there's a better way to start the week than by watching this video of the #003 LFA tearing up Road Atlanta.
Lexus “Journey of Seasoning” Nürburgring Video
As this new video from Gazoo Racing details, the famed Nürburgring track in Germany now plays a very important role in Lexus vehicle development, due to its ability to “season” the automotive character.
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Lexus Planning Four-Cylinder GS Hybrid?
Lexus GS deputy chief engineer Koji Sato recently spoke with Auto Express, and shared some welcome information that a “small hybrid” engine for the GS is in the works.
Desktop Wallpaper: Blue Lexus LFA at Silverstone
After going through Lexus UK’s photo gallery from their Silverstone contest yesterday, I had to feature one of the images as a desktop wallpaper.
Lexus UK Commercial: Moody Teenager
It took me two tries before it clicked, but this funny commercial from Lexus UK is worth the effort.
Flickr Find: Black Lexus IS F at Night
Photographer Zandro of Zandbox Photo has put together a stunning set of Lexus IS F night shots.
Lexus UK Fans Drive LFA at Silverstone
Lexus UK recently held a contest on Facebook that put three of their fans in a Lexus LFA for a day at the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit in Northamptonshire.
Lexus IS F CCS-R Competes in Nürburgring VLN 10 Race
Just last week, I shared a video of the Lexus IS F CCS-R racing concept at an event in Japan — now here’s footage of the same vehicle taking part in the VLN 10 race at the Nürburgring a couple weeks back.
Lexus Reveals GS 250 Horsepower Details
Lexus has announced that the GS series — including the GS 250, GS 350 F Sport & GS 450h — will be joined by the LFA Nürburgring Edition for the brand’s display at the Tokyo Motor Show in December.
Lexus Takes Top Spot in KBB Best Resale Value Awards
Lexus was named the Best Luxury Brand at the 2012 KBB Best Resale Value Awards show last night in Los Angeles.
Lexus Japan Tops JD Power’s 2011 Sales Satisfaction & Customer Service Index
Lexus Japan has been named the top brand in JD Power’s 2011 Japan Sales Satisfaction Index and 2011 Customer Service Index.
Lexus Norway Drops Diesel
With hybrids making up 90% of all Lexus sales in Norway, the local Lexus office has made the decision to discontinue the sale of diesels, effective immediately.
Imagining a Lexus CT Sedan
Upon learning that Lexus was planning to cancel the much-maligned HS 250h, some readers suggested that the model be converted into a CT sedan — interestingly, photochopper Theophilus Chin tried that something very similar a couple of weeks back.
New Lexus GS Coupe Rumors
According to AutoGuide, Lexus is planning to replace the dearly departed SC 430 with a new GS coupe.
Building Joe Bacal’s Lexus LX Race Truck
oe Bacal’s latest Lexus LX racer debuted a couple weeks ago at SEMA, and now Lexus Magazine has a photo essay detailing the hard work behind the truck’s creation.
Lexus HS 250h to be Cancelled?
According to Wards Auto (by way of Leftlane News), Lexus is considering cancelling the HS 250h after the hybrid sedan failed to meet expectations.
Lexus IS F CCS-R Video
The Lexus IS F CCS-R made an appearance at the 2011 Motorsport Japan festival in Odaiba, and the resulting video footage is worth watching just for the sound alone.
Lexus USA GM Mark Templin Talks Small Cars
David Shepardson of The Detroit News recently attended a reporter’s lunch meeting with Lexus USA General Manager Mark Templin in Washington, and came away with plenty of insight into where Lexus is heading.
EVO Magazine Reviews the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition
Through the kind generosity of a German Car Forum member ENZOX, Chris Harris’ EVO Magazine feature on the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition has been scanned & uploaded.
New Lexus GS F Sport Video
Although it’s mostly made of photos we’ve seen before, I have to feature this new video of the Lexus GS F Sport.
Lexus Announces Voluntary Safety Recall on 2004-2005 ES 330, 2004-2005 RX 330 & 2006 RX 400h
Lexus has announced a voluntary safety recall on the 2004-2005 ES 330, 2004-2005 RX 330, and the 2006 RX 400h to replace the crankshaft pulley.
Lexus New Zealand Releases IS F Red Edition
Lexus New Zealand is releasing an IS F Red Edition with a special Starlight Black & Red Leather color combo that’s limited to just 10 lucky owners.
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SEMA 2011: Lexus Mega Photo Gallery
After a weekend of recuperating, I'm ready to share a selection of photos from last week's trip to SEMA in Las Vegas, where Lexus debuted the all-new 2013 GS 350 F Sport and a host of tuned vehicles.
Imagining a Next Generation Lexus GS Coupe
Photochopper Theophilus Chin has whipped up his version of a possible Lexus GS F Sport coupe.
More Details on the New Lexus GS Information Display
Lexus Magazine is running an article on the massive 12.3-inch information display that will be available on the 2013 GS.
Will there be a Lexus GS F? (Plus Other Questions from SEMA)
As part of their SEMA experience, Lexus USA asked their Twitter & Facebook followers to submit questions about the cars on display this year.
Lexus Project GS by Five Axis Photo Gallery
I’m still trying to go through the hundreds of photos that I took over the last couple days at SEMA, but lucky for us, Lexus has released some super-excellent pics of the Five Axis Project GS.
Lexus October 2011 Sales Report
Lexus USA have reported their October numbers -- total sales across all models were 18,092 units, down 10.9% as compared to this month last year.
Elite Import Bash This Weekend in South Florida
This weekend, JM Lexus’ Custom Creations in South Florida is hosting the Elite Import Bash, an event that’s equal parts competition & car show, but sure to be fun for all.
Lexus GS 350 F Sport Video Presentation
The 2013 Lexus GS F Sport package was introduced at SEMA in Las Vegas yesterday, and here's video of the full press conference from new Lexus USA vice-president of marketing, Brian Smith.
Liveblogging Lexus at SEMA
The SEMA Show opens today, and I'm here in Las Vegas to cover all the Lexus announcements, and there's going to be plenty -- the next-generation GS *F Sport* package, the Five Axis Project GS, VIP Auto Salon's hyper IS-C & Joe Bacal's new LX Racer will all debut today at the Lexus display.
Lexus Enthusiast Site Redesign!
Good morning, and welcome to the all-new, all-improved *Lexus Enthusiast* website!
Lexus Magazine Interview with Five Axis’ Troy Sumitomo
I just finished packing up for SEMA in Las Vegas, but before we moving to our live coverage, I wanted to share a Lexus Magazine interview I did with Five Axis president Troy Sumitomo about his company’s Project GS show car.
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Lexus GS 450h F Sport Information
Lexus UK has released some super-high resolution images of the GS 450h F Sport package being offered in Europe.
Video of the Lexus GS 350 F Sport
Lexus has released a B-roll video with eight full minutes of the all new GS 350 F Sport.
SEMA 2011: Lexus IS 350C by VIP Auto Salon
Also on display at the Lexus SEMA exhibit will be the VIP Auto Salon IS 350C, a super-modified convertible fully equipped with a Rotex Supercharger kit by Apexi & a Joe-Z exhaust that bumps up the power to 386 hp & 372lb-ft of torque.
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Lexus Project GS F Sport by Five Axis
As mentioned previously, Lexus will also be showing cars from Five Axis & VIP Auto Salon at SEMA next week, and today the spec sheets were released — let’s start with the Project GS F Sport by Five Axis.
Lexus GS 350 F Sport Photo Gallery
Lexus has also published a set of photos of the 2013 GS 350 *F Sport* to go along with today's press release.
2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport Details
One week before SEMA starts, Lexus has released details on the upcoming 2013 GS 350 F Sport.
Lexus to Debut SEMA Cars from Five Axis & VIP Auto Salon
SEMA starts next Tuesday in Las Vegas, and as part of the tradeshow, Lexus USA will be debuting the 2013 GS 350 F-Sport along with show cars from Five Axis & VIP Auto Salon.
Lexus ES 300 Goes for a Swim
Somehow, Mondays and depressing Lexus videos seem to go hand & hand — last week, it was watching an IS F being crushed, and this week it’s an unfortunate parking job that results in an ES 300 taking a river bath.
Video from the Aston Martin/Lexus Racing Weekend
Aston Martin has posted a video from CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez’s recent Nürburgring “race meeting” with Toyota President Akio Toyoda.
Crazy Toyota Aurion/Lexus LS Mutant Mashup
I can barely believe this Toyota Aurion/Lexus LS mod mashup.
2013 Lexus GS 350 Brochure
Arriving in February 2012, the 2013 Lexus GS 350 will be in dealerships before we know it — but if you’ve been anxiously waiting to buy one, February can’t come soon enough.
Lexus UK CT 200h F Sport Photo Gallery
Lexus has announced the 2012 Lexus CT 200h *F Sport* package for the UK, marking the release with a set of sharply detailed photos.
Driving a Lexus IS 250 F Sport along Australia’s Great Ocean Road
Lexus Magazine is currently running a photo essay of the scenic cruise along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, with a Lexus IS 250 F Sport selected as the vehicle of choice.
More Details on the Lexus/Aston Martin Racing Weekend
The story of how Toyota President Akio Toyoda & Aston Martin CEO Ulrich Bez raced together at Nürburgring.
Lexus Mechanic Saves Hawk From GX Grille After Highway Collision
Usually when car & birds meet on the highway, the results aren’t pretty, but that wasn’t the case in Grapevine, Texas, where Park Place Lexus mechanic Matt Whitehead was able to save a red-tailed hawk that had been struck by a GX 460.
The Lexus IS 350C Heli-Cop-Car
To counteract the travesty of the last video, here’s something from the opposite end of the emotional spectrum — a Lexus IS 350C with cartoon robot arms and a remote-control helicopter mounted to the roof.
Lexus IS F Crushed for Illegal Street Racing
I wish I didn't have to share this video of California Police crushing a nearly brand-new Lexus IS F for illegal street racing, but sometimes the only way to deal with tragedy is to share it with others.
The History of the Lexus LFA
This video history of the Lexus LFA from Australian website The Motor Report is an excellent look back at the development of the Lexus supercar.
Akio Toyoda Racing Lexus LFA at Nürburgring This Weekend
Lexus & Aston Martin will be sharing some special drivers at the VLN10 Nürburgring race this weekend.
SELOC Super Meet in Atlanta Tomorrow
Speaking of Lexus meets, members of the South Eastern Lexus Owners Club (SELOC) are setting up this Saturday at Hennessy Lexus of Gwinnnett, with 80 confirmed owners ready to show off their rides.
The Pursuit 3 Lexus Owners Meet This Weekend
Massive Lexus owners meet The Pursuit 3 is happening this Sunday at the Toyota Speedway in Irwindale, California, with over 350 confirmed owners set to display their cars & trucks.
Autoblog Reviews the Lexus LFA
Autoblog has just published a sterling review of the Lexus LFA, with writer Michael Harley calling it “masterfully executed, it is not a supercar – it is a narcotic.”
2012 Lexus IS F Red Leather Interior
Was just surfing around on the Lexus USA website and spotted some photos of the new 2012 IS F's red leather interior.
EVO’s Chris Harris Drives the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition
EVO Magazine’s Chris Harris has turned in a spirited lap of the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition at the famed German track, and just like anything with Harris, it’s well worth watching.
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Lexus Magazine Compares the 2013 GS 350 & GS 450h
Lexus Magazine’s Doug Knox recently travelled to Japan, where he became the first journalist to directly compare the new GS 350 and GS 450h back-to-back on the auto track.