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Custom Lexus LS 460L by JM Lexus

Posted by Kevin on June 14th, 2011

Mega dealership JM Lexus in Florida has just started JM Custom Creations, a Lexus-certified mod-shop capable of some heavy duty upgrades, and they sent over some photos of their first project: a 2011 LS 460L with the full TOM's LS46 body kit, alligator skin trim and a 2000 watt Rockford speaker upgrade.

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New Lexus “Engineering Amazing” Marketing Campaign

Posted by Kevin on June 13th, 2011

Lexus USA has pushed out a brand new marketing campaign today - let's get to the videos right away, starting first with the actual commercial and followed by some further background material.

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Two Short Lexus CT 200h Commercials from Japan

Posted by Kevin on June 13th, 2011

Here's two 15 second CT 200h commercials from Lexus Japan -- these spots do a great job of cutting to the quick by highlighting the CT's handling capabilities, easily one of the hatchback's strongest selling points. Short and sweet.

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Lexus LFA Places 5th Overall in VLN5 Nürburgring Race

Posted by Kevin on June 13th, 2011

It was quite an eventful weekend for racing -- not only did both the Le Mans 24h Race and the Canadian Grand Prix turn in spectacular results, but the #111 Lexus LFA (and drivers Iida Akira, Oshima Kazuya & Ishiura Hiroaki) won the SP8 class on their way to placing 5th overall in the latest edition of the VLN Nürburgring series. This is the best overall result for the Gazoo team since they started racing LFAs in 2008.

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Imagining a Lexus CT Convertible

Posted by Kevin on June 10th, 2011

Master photochopper Theophilus Chin has created the super-cute Lexus CT 200h Convertible.

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Is Larry Ellison the latest Lexus LFA Owner?

Posted by Kevin on June 10th, 2011

According to an Oracle employee on Club Lexus, company CEO Larry Ellison is the owner of the #085 Lexus LFA.

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What should be the next Lexus F Model?

Posted by Kevin on June 9th, 2011

We already have the IS-F, and it's a pretty safe bet that we'll see a GS-F, but which Lexus model should come next? The LS-F? The CT-F? The ES-F? Vote for your choice.

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Motorweek Features Fox Marketing’s Supercharged Lexus CT

Posted by Kevin on June 9th, 2011

American public TV institution Motorweek recently ran a feature on Fox Marketing's supercharged Lexus CT 200h from the NY Auto Show.

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Lexus Photos from London’s Motorexpo

Posted by Kevin on June 9th, 2011

As mentioned yesterday, Lexus UK has set up a display at the London Motorexpo exhibit. Among the vehicles being showcased is the stunning #016 Pearl Blue LFA, which is front and center in these event photos posted up on Flickr today.

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Looking at Lexus Sales in Japan

Posted by Kevin on June 8th, 2011

While there's no question that the Tōhoku earthquake has affected Lexus production, Bloomberg has used some sleight-of-hand reporting in their recent article about the brand's Japanese sales, making it appear much worse than it really is.

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Lexus 360 Safety Commercial Featuring LX 570, GX 460 & RX 350

Posted by Kevin on June 8th, 2011

I enjoyed this clever commercial advertising the many safety features of the Lexus LX 570, GX 460, & RX 350.

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The NY Times Reviews the Lexus CT 200h

Posted by Kevin on June 7th, 2011

Lawrence Ulrich of The New York Times has turned in a spot-on review of the 2011 Lexus CT 200h that accurately captures both the highs and the lows of the new hybrid hatchback.

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The Latest Lexus UK Events

Posted by Kevin on June 7th, 2011

Lexus UK is kicking off summer with a display at the 2011 London Motorexpo held at Canary Wharf from June 6-12. Their Pearl Blue LFA will be in attendance, as will the CT 200h. Sadly, only the CT is available for test drives.

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Next-Generation Lexus LS Rumors

Posted by Kevin on June 6th, 2011

By way of the Japanese Car Design Corner, the latest issue of Best Car has some new rumors on the next-generation Lexus LS.

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Supercharged Lexus IS 350 on Custom Pink Volk TE37 Wheels

Posted by Kevin on June 6th, 2011

The May 2011 issue of Super Street has a feature on Jeremy Brittain's supercharged Lexus IS 350 packed with nitrous, Rotora brakes and some killer pink Volk TE37s.

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Meet the Elite: Interviews with the LFA Manufacturing Team

Posted by Kevin on June 6th, 2011

Lexus Magazine is running an interesting feature that looks at some of the men responsible for handcrafting the Lexus LFA at the Motomachi plant in Japan.

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Lexus SC 430 Commercial: Perfect Day

Posted by Kevin on June 3rd, 2011

Music notwithstanding, this Lexus SC 430 commercial sums up exactly what I'd love to be doing this weekend -- driving with the top down.

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MarketWatch Reviews the Lexus CT 200h

Posted by Kevin on June 3rd, 2011

MarketWatch may be an unusual place to get car buying advice, but that doesn't stop their recent review of the Lexus CT 200h from being one of the most positive in recent memory.

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An Interview with the Lexus LFA

Posted by Kevin on June 3rd, 2011

Lexus is sponsoring the CFDA Fashion Awards this year, and in promotion of this partnership, the CFDA website has an interview with...the LFA.

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Is the Lexus LFA Really a Sales Failure?

Posted by Kevin on June 2nd, 2011

Every once and a while, I'll read a review or article about Lexus and notice an inaccuracy -- usually a minor technical point or some obscure historical fact. Mistakes happen, no problem. What's unusual is to see an article built on nothing but mistakes, where even elementary facts are ignored -- but that's what I found with Nelson Ireson's Motor Authority editorial on how the Lexus LFA is a failure.

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Next-Generation Lexus IS & IS-F Poll Results

Posted by Kevin on June 2nd, 2011

The results are in from last week's poll question: Would you rather have a next-generation Lexus IS coupe, sedan, hybrid sedan, convertible or wagon?

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Rumor: Lexus Working on LFA II

Posted by Kevin on June 1st, 2011

According to Japanese magazine Best Car (by way of leblogauto), Lexus is now working on a new LFA special edition meant to be even more performance-oriented than the Nürburgring Edition package.

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Lexus May 2011 Sales Report

Posted by Kevin on June 1st, 2011

Lexus USA has published their sales figures for May, and if anything, it shows the drastic effect the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake has had on the Japanese automaker.

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Car & Driver Reviews the Lexus CT 200h

Posted by Kevin on June 1st, 2011

The Car & Driver review of the Lexus CT 200h has been posted to their website, and for the most part, it's an unflattering look at the new hybrid hatchback.

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Lexus LF-Gh to be shown at the Australian International Motor Show

Posted by Kevin on June 1st, 2011

The Lexus LF-Gh concept will be shown at the Australian International Motor Show, which runs from July 1st-10th.

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Desktop Wallpaper: Lexus RX Panoramic Glass Roof

Posted by Kevin on May 31st, 2011

In my search for better images of the Lexus RX's panoramic roof option, I came across these great photos on the Lexus Singapore website -- conveniently, they were available in desktop wallpaper sizes.

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Lexus LFA Wins SP8 Class in Nürburgring VLN4 Race

Posted by Kevin on May 31st, 2011

The #119 Lexus LFA finished first in the SP8 class and 17th overall at this weekend's VLN 4 race at Nürburgring. Two LFAs started the race, but #111 LFA ended up with a busted suspension after a collision in the first corner.

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Lexus Ranks First in JD Power’s UK Customer Satisfaction Study

Posted by Kevin on May 30th, 2011

Lexus has ranked first in the UK's JD Power Customer Satisfaction study for the 11th straight year -- a remarkable achievement made even more impressive by the fact that Lexus has won every year since joining the study.

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Speedhunters Features Lexus LS 600hL by VIP Auto Salon

Posted by Kevin on May 30th, 2011

Speedhunters is running a nice feature on the VIP Auto Salon Lexus LS 600hL (seen at last year's SEMA) with plenty of photos.

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Driving Lessons with Lexus Driving Guru Yoshiaki Ito

Posted by Kevin on May 29th, 2011

Lexus Magazine is running an article featuring Lexus' Drive Meister Yoshiaki Ito, who has helped develop eight Lexus models while working in the company's experimental division.

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Lexus IS-F Towing a Giant Cow

Posted by Kevin on May 27th, 2011

I received this photo in my email with absolutely no explanation, but I'd say the image speaks for itself.

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Clever Lexus CT 200h Commercial from Romania

Posted by Kevin on May 27th, 2011

Here's a Lexus CT 200h commercial from Romania that I would classify as unique.

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Lexus CT 200h Receives “Top Safety Pick” Rating from IIHS

Posted by Kevin on May 27th, 2011

Following news of a 5-star safety rating in Europe, the Lexus CT 200h has also been named a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the USA.

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Poll: Lexus IS Coupe, Sedan, Hybrid Sedan or Convertible? IS-F Coupe or Sedan?

Posted by Kevin on May 26th, 2011

There's a good chance that when the next-generation Lexus IS arrives, it will be offered in all possible variations: coupe, sedan, hybrid sedan and convertible. This got me thinking -- which one would you choose? Let's vote!

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TTAC Reviews the 2011 Lexus IS-F

Posted by Kevin on May 26th, 2011

I've really been enjoying the Lexus reviews over at The Truth About Cars, and the latest review of the 2011 IS-F by Jack Baruth is no different.

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Lexus CT 200h Awarded Five-Star Safety Rating in Europe

Posted by Kevin on May 26th, 2011

The Lexus CT 200h has been awarded a five-star safety rating by Euro NCAP, scoring 94% in occupant safety.

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Lexus IS on Vossen VVS-CV3 Wheels

Posted by Kevin on May 25th, 2011

Check out these photos of a Lexus IS decked out in a set of Vossen VVS-CV3 wheels.

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Motor Trend Reviews the 2011 Lexus LS 600hL

Posted by Kevin on May 25th, 2011

This Motor Trend review of the 2011 Lexus LS 600hL does a good job at comparing the top-end LS hybrid flagship with its true competitors, the BMW 760Li and the Mercedes-Benz S600.

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Kyle Busch Caught Doing 128 mph in Lexus LFA

Posted by Kevin on May 24th, 2011

Apparently caught up in a perfect moment, Nascar driver Kyle Busch was clocked doing 128 mph in 4 5mph zone while driving a Lexus LFA in Troutman, North Carolina.

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Brilliant Lexus LFA & IS-F Desktop Wallpaper

Posted by Kevin on May 24th, 2011

While going through Lexus UK's Flickr photos from their recent LFA/IS-F track meet, I came across this super-fantastic image that just had to be made into a desktop wallpaper.

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Lexus CT Challenge Contest at Northwest Lexus

Posted by Kevin on May 24th, 2011

Longtime TLE reader Jarrett Henshaw just sent me an email about a fun contest that's happening at Northwest Lexus in Brampton, Ontario -- if you can correctly guess how many kilometres their CT 200h can travel on one tank of gas, you can win your own weekend with the hybrid hatchback. Very cool idea. (The contest is only open to people in the Toronto Area.)

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Interactive Lexus CT 200h Painting Program

Posted by Kevin on May 23rd, 2011

Not to keep going on about the Lexus Hybrid Art Exhibit that's happening in Moscow, but this interactive CT 200h paint program is something to see.

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Fifth Gear Reviews the Lexus CT 200h

Posted by Kevin on May 23rd, 2011

UK TV show Fifth Gear included a short review of the Lexus CT 200h in their latest episode -- too bad the review is dominated by a thoroughly cranky Tiff Needel.

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Lexus Hybrid Commercial

Posted by Kevin on May 22nd, 2011

In the spirit of the Lexus Hybrid Art exhibition, here's a beautifully filmed commercial from Lexus Italy.

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More Details on the Lexus Hybrid Art Exhibition

Posted by Kevin on May 22nd, 2011

The Lexus Hybrid Art Exhibit opened on Thursday in Moscow, and with it comes more information on the the artist works that are being featured. Here's some examples.

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Autoweek Editors Review the Lexus CT 200h

Posted by Kevin on May 20th, 2011

Autoweek has published their staff driving impressions of the Lexus CT 200h, and it's a mixed bag of compliments and complaints.

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Best Motoring Laps with the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Race Car

Posted by Kevin on May 19th, 2011

One of the thoughts that ran through my head while watching Best Motoring supercar battle was: How would an Lexus LFA with the Nürburgring package have performed?

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Lexus ES Among Best Selling Luxury Cars in China

Posted by Kevin on May 19th, 2011

The Lexus ES is the fourth best selling luxury sedan in China, according to an article published yesterday by the Detroit Free Press.

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TTAC Compares the Lexus LS 600hL & Mercedes S400 Hybrid

Posted by Kevin on May 18th, 2011

Earlier this year, The Truth About Cars compared the Lexus LS 600hL and the Mercedes S400 Hybrid, the only two flagship luxury sedans (currently) available with a gas-electric powertrain.

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Best Motoring Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Nissan GT-R vs. Porsche GT2 RS vs. Ferrari F430 GT3 vs. Corvette ZR1

Posted by Kevin on May 18th, 2011

Japan's Best Motoring series may have been cancelled, but not before putting together a superstar supercar comparison featuring the Lexus LFA, Nissan GT-R, Porsche GT2 RS, Corvette ZR1 & Ferrari F430 GT3 on the Fuji Speedway.

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Lexus LFA vs IS-F in Drag Race

Posted by Kevin on May 17th, 2011

Lexus UK attended the VMAX Overboost event at the Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground in Leicestershire this past weekend, and decided to have some fun by putting their #016 LFA up against the IS-F.

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The Story of New York City’s 6 Lexus RX Taxis

Posted by Kevin on May 17th, 2011

The New York Times is running an article about a group of six New York City taxi drivers that have traded in the usual taxicabs for Lexus RXs.

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Car & Driver Compares the Lexus GX 460, Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Land Rover LR4

Posted by Kevin on May 16th, 2011

Car & Driver recently compared luxury SUVs with third-row seating, with the Lexus GX 460 going up against the Land Rover LR4 HSE, Acura MDX, Audi Q7 3.0T & the BMW X5 xDrive35i.

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Lexus LFA Collides with Porsche in Nürburgring Race

Posted by Kevin on May 16th, 2011

It happens in a flash, but at the 8:15 mark of this video, the #119 Lexus LFA taking part in this weekend's VLN 3 race at Nürburgring has a run-in with a Porsche.

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Looking Back at the Lexus LF-Xh Concept

Posted by Kevin on May 16th, 2011

Thought it would be interesting to go back and take a look at the Lexus LF-Xh, the concept crossover that led to the current RX -- here's a great video of it (though I recommend turning down the sound, it's a bit blown out).

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Lexus Australia Launches CT 200h iPhone Contest

Posted by Kevin on May 13th, 2011

Not only does Australia get the Lexus CT 200h F-Sport package before most other countries, but now in the Land Down Under can win a CT by competing in an iPhone game contest.

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Lexus CT in this Weekend’s 6-Hour VLN Nürburgring Race

Posted by Kevin on May 13th, 2011

Gazoo Racing has entered a Lexus CT in the SP4 class for this weekend's VLN3 42. Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy race at Nürburgring.

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Lexus GS-F in 2012?

Posted by Kevin on May 12th, 2011

Motor Trend is reporting that a Lexus GS-F version of the next-generation GS will be introduced some time in 2012, and will be using 5.0L V8 engine currently found in the IS-F.

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Car & Driver Reviews the 2011 Lexus IS-F

Posted by Kevin on May 12th, 2011

Fresh off its success at the annual Lightning Lap, Car & Driver continues their new-found love fest for the 2011 Lexus IS F with a review of the sedan in beautiful Starfire Pearl.

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Behind-the-Scenes Look at Building the Lexus LFA

Posted by Kevin on May 11th, 2011

Lexus Magazine has put together an absolutely stunning photo essay that illustrates the process of building the LFA at the Motomachi plant in Japan.

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Pistonheads Reviews the (Used) Lexus SC 430

Posted by Kevin on May 11th, 2011

Now that the second-generation Lexus SC 430 sales have finally stopped, buying used is the only way to get your hands on one -- which is something that British website Pistonheads strongly recommends with their hilarious review of the 2001-2010 model.

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Lexus Places Tenth in Global Automotive Brand Study

Posted by Kevin on May 10th, 2011

The 2011 edition of the Brandz annual ranking of the world’s most valuable brands has been released, and Lexus has once again cracked the top ten in the Automotive category after missing from the list in 2010. The global study relies on data collected by more than 1 million consumer interviews, and has pegged Lexus’ …

Car Advice Reviews the Lexus CT 200h F-Sport

Posted by Kevin on May 10th, 2011

Car Advice is the second Australian website to turn in a review of the Lexus CT 200h F-Sport, and it’s a much more in-depth article than the first. The review points to the exterior design, big trunk space and fuel economy as the top positives, though they were decidedly less enthused about the navigation display …

Lexus Video Tribute to LX 570 Racer Joe Bacal

Posted by Kevin on May 10th, 2011

Lexus released a wonderful tribute to off-road racer Joe Bacal, who endured through Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on his way to winning the SCORE Off-Road Championship and the Baja 1000 in the Stock Full class behind the wheel of an Lexus LX 570: A truly amazing story, and an inspiration to us all — you can follow …

Lexus IS Sportcross & Lexus CT 200h Together

Posted by Kevin on May 10th, 2011

Here’s the unique sight of a Lexus CT 200h together with a first-generation IS Sportcross, as taken by automotive author Basem Wasef: Even though the IS Sportcross was released before Lexus’ L-Finesse design language, you can still see a ton of similarities between the models, particularly in the rear. Great photo! [Source: Basem Wasef]

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A Look at the Technology Used to Create Lexus CT 3D Display in Hollywood

Posted by Kevin on May 9th, 2011

Two weeks back, Lexus created a stunning CT 200h promotion using 3D projection technology and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel as the backdrop, and now thanks to Media Life magazine, we can find out exactly how difficult this event was to pull off: It took several months to get the stunt ready. Pearl [Media, the company …

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Upcoming: Lexus Hybrid Art Exhibition in Moscow

Posted by Kevin on May 8th, 2011

Later this month, Lexus Europe will be holding their second annual Hybrid Art Exhibition in Moscow to “showcase the work of artists who create Lexus’ vision of tomorrow”. Featuring the works of artists like Scott Pagano, Studio WOW & Masato Tsutsui, the event takes place at the Red October Chocolate Factory from May 19-22. Get …