Lexus LF-LC GT Concept Coming to Gran Turismo 6
Gran Turismo has released two teaser images for the Lexus LF-LC GT concept set to appear in the game.
Kevin · January 29th, 2015
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More Details on the Production Lexus LF-C2 Convertible
Automotive News has more details on the Lexus LF-C2 and its chances of reaching production: Bracken says the LF-C2 was “purely a concept” and not slated for production. But according to a person familiar with Lexus’ planning, the brand is considering whether to produce a version of it to sell as the convertible RC — …
Kevin · December 9th, 2014
Lexus Trademarks LC 500 & LC 500h in Canada, USA, and Australia
Lexus has just trademarked LC 500 & LC 500h in the USA, Canada, & Australia, giving us the first clear indication of what to expect from the upcoming production LF-LC coupe. This is huge news on multiple levels — there had been talk that the production LF-LC could resurrect the SC nameplate, but it appears …
Kevin · December 4th, 2014
Report: No Production Model for Lexus LF-C2 Convertible Concept?
According to Motor Trend, the LF-C2 convertible concept will not be made into a production vehicle: In fact, under the original plan, the RC Convertible was set to be the next all-new car in Lexus’ lineup. As convertibles make up 1 percent of the total U.S. Market, though, the decision to not do a 3-row …
Kevin · November 23rd, 2014
A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-C2 Concept
It’s been two days since the Lexus LF-C2 concept was revealed at the Los Angeles Auto Show, so there’s no better time to take a closer look at the “open-air” coupe design. Using these photos from Darren Yasukochi Photography, let’s start with that massive monster front grille: The front end is an amalgamation of RC …
Kevin · November 21st, 2014
Live Photos of the Lexus LF-C2 Concept
It’s one thing to see a car in the highly polished official images, and another to see photos straight from the show floor — here’s a Lexus LF-C2 gallery from my friend Ryan at Kaizen Factor:
Kevin · November 19th, 2014
Video: Introducing the Lexus LF-C2 Concept
Here’s the video shown at the debut of the Lexus LF-C2 concept today at the LA Auto Show: It’s funny the video mentions the past — the Lexus logo between the LF-C2’s rear seats immediately reminded me of the first-gen SC 400:
Kevin · November 19th, 2014
The Lexus LF-C2 Concept: Full Details & Information
The Lexus LF-C2 concept has been revealed at the LA Auto Show, and there’s plenty of new photos and details to get through — let’s start first with the official press release. Beautiful sunshine, warm weather, and winding roads are the perfect complements to the Lexus LF-C2 concept that made its global debut at the …
Kevin · November 19th, 2014
Live Video: The Lexus LF-C2 Reveal at the LA Auto Show
The Lexus LF-C2 convertible concept will be revealed today at 1:40pm PST/4:40pm EST at the LA Auto Show — here’s a live video stream to follow along:
Kevin · November 19th, 2014
The Lexus LF-C2 Convertible Concept: What We’ve Seen So Far
Over the last three days, Lexus International has been slowly revealing the Lexus LF-C2 convertible concept — here’s a recap of the images we’ve seen so far: From these three images, it’s a good guess that the LF-C2 will be a convertible based on the RC — there’s too much of the coupe’s shape to …
Kevin · November 18th, 2014
Lexus LF-C2 Convertible Concept Revealed Slowly Hour-by-Hour
It’s been 18 hours since Lexus International slowly started revealing the LF-C2 convertible concept — here’s an animated GIF of the progression so far: Let’s take a closer look at that final frame with a little light added: Now let’s overlay the RC F SPORT on top with another animated GIF: The LF-C2 concept will …
Kevin · November 17th, 2014
Details on the Upcoming Lexus LF-LC Production Model
In a recent interview with Auto Express, Lexus Europe vice-president Alain Uyttenhoven recently discussed the production LF-LC and how it will compare to the LFA: “It will not be a full carbon car costing £350,000. It will be – in terms of construction – a more normal car, a car than can be manufactured in …
Kevin · November 16th, 2014
Lexus LF-C2 Convertible Concept to Debut at Los Angeles Auto Show
Just announced, Lexus will debuting the new LF-C2 convertible concept at the Los Angeles auto show next week — the above teaser image has been released, and here are all the details so far: On November 19, at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, the Lexus LF-C2 Concept will make its global debut. This exciting …
Kevin · November 11th, 2014
What Should the Next-Generation Lexus SC Look Like?
For the cover of their latest issue, Best Car has taken a guess at what the rumored next-generation Lexus SC might look like. The Japanese magazines have standardized on a look for this new Lexus super-coupe — compare the image above with this rendering from Holiday Auto: Before the RC F was released, I would …
Kevin · October 13th, 2014
Lexus Studying High-Performance Hybrids
Lexus is studying high-performance hybrids for inclusion in the F brand lineup — from Motoring Australia: However, F chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi told motoring.com.au that the sub brand’s high performance and circuit driving requirements meant hybrid technology still had issues. “In order to put the hybrid on track they need a little more development as …
Kevin · September 15th, 2014
Lexus Future Model Timeline?
Mark Rechtin at Automotive News has attempted to piece together the timeline for future Lexus vehicles, along with the changes that could accompany these new models. Here’s a summary — be prepared, it’s a heavy mix of dates and unverified information: CT: It may be spring 2017 before a new CT, as the model shares …
Kevin · July 29th, 2014
Lexus to Build a Twin-Turbo 600-Horsepower LF-LC Coupe?
Motor Trend has the scoop on possible engines powering the new Lexus coupe based on the LF-LC concept: Word on the Tokyo street is that there’s a Lexus LF-LC Coupe mule running around Japan packing a 600-hp twin-turbo version of the upcoming RC F’s 5.0-liter V-8. That power rating may be on the conservative side. …
Kevin · July 20th, 2014
New Lexus Model Every Year Until 2020?
New information today about the Lexus coupe based on the LF-LC concept — from Autocar: The dramatic LF-LC was first seen at the Detroit motor show in 2012, and [Lexus Europe’s vice-president Alain] Uyttenhoven said that company boss Akio Toyoda “doesn’t want the production car to look any different from the concept”. Uyttenhoven said that …
Kevin · July 17th, 2014
Lexus SC to Return in 2017?
According to Peter Lyon of Japanese magazine Holiday Auto, the Lexus SC nameplate will return with the production model based on the LF-LC concept car: The new Lexus SC seems to have it all: Styling to take on Europe’s best, two powerful engine choices, the world’s first 10-speed automatic, and a price tag hovering around …
Kevin · June 11th, 2014
Should the Production Lexus LF-LC Look Like This?
Japanese magazine Best Car has published an attractive rendering of a production Lexus LF-LC coupe. Merging the best of the LF-LC concept with the design of the RC coupe, the “LC F” rendering above is quite believable with its extreme polish — I could definitely see the production LF-LC looking very similar. Best part of …
Kevin · February 26th, 2014
More Photos of the Lexus LFA Code X Racecar
The Lexus LFA Code X was introduced at the Tokyo Auto Salon by Toyota president Akio Toyoda last week, here are some photos from Response.jp: The news of the LFA Code X was buried somewhat with the introduction of the new RC F, but it’s a significant new development in Lexus racing — the bigger …
Kevin · January 21st, 2014
Lexus Concept Car Coming to Gran Turismo 6?
As part of the Vision Gran Turismo festival celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Gran Turismo video game, Lexus designers will be creating a two-door grand-touring concept car — here’s an advanced preview (click for a larger version): With the exception of the LFA-style hood vents, this image is identical to the LF-LC concept — …
Kevin · December 23rd, 2013
First Impressions of the Lexus LF-NX Turbo Concept
After staring at photos for months, I finally had a chance to see the Lexus LF-NX concept at the Tokyo Motor Show. Before seeing the LF-NX in person, I had no idea how Lexus was going to transform it into a production model — the concept appeared architectural, more structure than automobile, like a solid …
Kevin · December 5th, 2013
Lexus NXB Mountain Bike Concept Displayed at Tokyo Motor Show
Debuting alongside the Lexus LF-NX Turbo concept at the Tokyo Motor Show was the Neo eXtreme Bike Concept, a mountain bike produced using the same carbon fiber loom that weaved the LFA — here are some photos: Beyond the frame, the NXB concept features XeNTiS Kappa2 CC carbon fiber aero wheels with a custom Spindle …
Kevin · December 3rd, 2013
Lexus Designer: “LF-NX is a Lightweight Fighter”
The second issue of Lexus’ BEYOND Magazine will soon be published, and the Lexus International website has a preview of the feature LF-NX story: “To use boxing terminology, the LF-NX is a lightweight fighter,” says designer Nobuyuki Tomatsu when asked to describe the latest Lexus concept car, unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. …
Kevin · November 15th, 2013
Turbocharged Lexus LF-NX Concept to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show
Lexus will be showing a new turbocharged LF-NX concept alongside the production RC coupe at the Tokyo Motor Show: The Lexus LF-NX concept, which made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show earlier this year, has been outfitted with a newly-developed 2.0-liter turbo engine for guaranteed power and improved fuel economy. A lower center of …
Kevin · November 4th, 2013
Lexus to Reveal Production Coupe at Tokyo Motor Show?
Lexus will debut a new production coupe at the Tokyo Motor Show in November, according to the Australian GoAuto website: Get set for another two-door Lexus stunner when the doors open at the 43rd Tokyo motor show next month. Lexus is tight-lipped on the exact nature of its big expose, but you can expect it …
Kevin · October 9th, 2013
How Will the Next-Generation Lexus Remote Touch System Work?
Italian website Quattroruote has an amazing photo collection of the Lexus LF-NX concept interior — here’s a selection: Of all the design details inside the LF-NX, the reinvented Remote Touch system deserves a closer look — there are two parts, the controller and the display screen: Most importantly, the current Remote Touch controller has been …
Kevin · September 30th, 2013
Video: The Making of the Lexus LF-NX Concept
Lexus International has released a must-watch video on the making of the LF-NX concept.
Kevin · September 11th, 2013
Live Photos of the Lexus LF-NX Crossover Concept
Turning to live coverage from the Frankfurt Motor Show, Lexus Europe has shared some photos at the LF-NX press conference.
Kevin · September 10th, 2013
Video: The Lexus LF-NX Concept
Following the debut of the Lexus LF-NX at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the very first promotional video of the concept has been released.
Kevin · September 10th, 2013
What would you like to know about the Lexus LF-NX Concept?
Submit a question to the Lexus LF-NX project manager, Takeshi Tanabe.
Kevin · September 6th, 2013
Photos: Lexus LF-CC Super GT Race Car on the Track
The Lexus GT500 race car scheduled for the 2014 season of the Japanese Super GT series had its first public test run this week at the Suzuka Circuit
Kevin · September 6th, 2013
Interview with Lexus LF-NX Concept Designer Nobuyuki Tomatsu
In an advance event prior to yesterday’s reveal, Autocar spoke with Lexus LF-NX design manager Nobuyuki Tomatsu about how the concept might translate into a production model.
Kevin · September 5th, 2013
Lexus Reveals the LF-NX Compact Crossover Concept
Less than a week before its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Lexus has revealed their LF-NX compact crossover concept. Let’s start with the full press release (click on any image for a high resolution version). A new Lexus mid-size crossover concept, the LF-NX, will make its world debut at the 2013 Frankfurt motor show, …
Kevin · September 4th, 2013
Lexus to Debut New Concept at Frankfurt Motor Show in September
Lexus has just announced that a new concept will have its world premiere next month at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany.
Kevin · August 20th, 2013
Is Lexus Planning a Major Motorsports Initiative with RC Coupe?
During a recent interview with Ward’s Auto, Lexus International’s Paul Williamsen talked about the future of Lexus racing.
Kevin · August 12th, 2013
Lexus SC to Return in 2016?
In its latest issue, Japanese magazine Mag-X suggests Lexus will be resurrecting the SC nameplate in 2016 with a production model based on the LF-LC concept.
Kevin · August 2nd, 2013
Revisiting the 2003 Lexus HPX Crossover Concept
With yesterday’s rumor of an upcoming Lexus seven-seat crossover, it’s a good time to take a look back at the HPX concept first shown at the 2003 New York Auto Show.
Kevin · July 31st, 2013
More Video of the Lexus RC F Prototype
There’s new footage of the RC F prototype on Nürburgring, this time from German magazine Autobild.
Kevin · July 25th, 2013
New Lexus RC F Rendering from BEST CAR
Japanese magazine BEST CAR has made an attempt at the possible Lexus RC F with a new rendering.
Kevin · July 8th, 2013
Lexus to Bring Back the SC Nameplate?
In their latest issue, Japanese magazine BEST CAR suggests that Lexus may bring back the SC nameplate, and have created a new rendering to illustrate the possibilities.
Kevin · July 1st, 2013
Final Lexus Short Film A Better Tomorrow Now Online
The fifth and final Lexus Short Films feature has been posted on Youtube — this is A Better Tomorrow, directed by Mitsuyo Miyazaki.
Kevin · June 27th, 2013
Photo Gallery: The Lexus LC-CC Concept & New IS F SPORT Together
As part of their sponsorship of the Australian International Design Awards, Lexus Australia has released a stunning collection of photos featuring the LF-CC concept and the new IS F SPORT together.
Kevin · June 6th, 2013
Lexus Compact Crossover Development Mule Spotted!
A strange looking Lexus has been spotted by Autoweek Netherlands — looking like a lifted CT, it’s likely a test development mule for the much rumored compact crossover.
Kevin · May 15th, 2013
Lexus LF-LC Production Model in 2016?
Car & Driver is reporting that a production model based on the Lexus LF-LC concept could be released in 2016.
Kevin · May 9th, 2013
Photo Gallery: Lexus LF-CC Concept by Beyond Magazine
The new Lexus magazine BEYOND launched yesterday, and one of the very first stories posted online is a feature on the LF-CC concept.
Kevin · May 2nd, 2013
Lexus Compact Crossover Concept Coming to Tokyo Auto Show, Production Model in Early 2014
According to Automotive News, Lexus will debut a production-ready compact crossover at next year’s Geneva Motor Show.
Kevin · April 5th, 2013
Lexus LF-LC Confirmed for Production
By way of Wards Auto, Lexus has confirmed the LF-LC concept will be made into a production model.
Kevin · March 27th, 2013
Two Coupes Planned for Lexus Lineup
In an interview with Australian newspaper The Age, Lexus International executive vice-president Kazuo Ohara talks about the two coupes expected to join the Lexus lineup.
Kevin · February 27th, 2013
Lexus LF-LC & LF-CC Coming to Toronto Auto Show
Attendees of this week’s Toronto Auto Show are in luck — both the LF-LC & LF-CC concepts will be making their Canadian debuts at the Lexus display.
Kevin · February 12th, 2013
No Production Lexus LF-CC Coupe Until 2015?
Autocar is reporting that a production Lexus LF-CC coupe will reach dealerships in 2015.
Kevin · January 20th, 2013
Lexus Compact Crossover Concept Coming to Tokyo Motor Show?
According to a The Age interview with executive vice president of Lexus International, Kazuo Ohara, Lexus could bring a compact crossover concept to the Tokyo Motor Show in November.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
New Production Lexus LF-LC Rendering from GT Channel
GT Channel posted the above rendering to go along with some warmed-over rumors about the production LF-LC.
Kevin · January 8th, 2013
New Lexus Halo Car to Replace the LFA?
A recent report from Hans Greimel of the Automotive News explores the future plans of Lexus — let’s start with the possibility of a new Lexus halo car.
Kevin · January 2nd, 2013
Quick Tour of Calty Design Research
The folks at Lexus UK had an opportunity to tour the Calty Design Research Studio in California, and shared some insights and photos from their experience.
Kevin · December 16th, 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
Photo Gallery: Lexus LF-LC Blue at the LA Auto Show
Photographer Darren Yasukochi has sent in some photos of the Lexus LF-LC Blue currently on display at the LA Auto Show.
Kevin · November 29th, 2012
Photo Collection: A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-CC
I finally had an opportunity to go through my photos of the Lexus LF-CC concept from its North American debut earlier this month at SEMA in Las Vegas.
Kevin · November 28th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Blue Makes North American Debut at San Francisco Auto Show
Only days before being displayed at the LA Auto Show, the LF-LC Blue concept made its North American debut at the San Francisco Auto Show this weekend.
Kevin · November 26th, 2012
Interview with Lexus LF-LC Exterior Designer Edward Lee
In an interview with Car Advice, Lexus LF-LC exterior designer Edward Lee shared some details about the future of Lexus design and his own past as a designer for Audi.
Kevin · November 22nd, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Blue Coming to LA Auto Show
Car & Driver reports that the Lexus LF-LC Blue concept revealed last month in Australia will be getting its North American debut at the LA Auto Show in two weeks.
Kevin · November 15th, 2012
Lexus Focusing on Two-Coupe Strategy?
Colum Wood from Autoguide recently talked to Lexus USA national marketing manager Brian Bolain about the brand’s future plans for the LF-CC & LF-LC concepts.
Kevin · November 14th, 2012
A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-CC Interior Touch Controls
Lexus Magazine has taken a closer look at the new touchscreen technologies included in the LF-CC interior and how they might work.
Kevin · November 7th, 2012
Lexus Trademarks RC 350 for Upcoming Coupe
Lexus has trademarked RC 350 in Australia, which could hint at the very first details of the production coupe based on the LF-CC concept.
Kevin · November 6th, 2012
Imagining a Lexus Compact Crossover
Hot on the heels of their 2014 Lexus IS rendering, CAR Magazine has taken a shot at imagining a sub-RX compact crossover.
Kevin · November 1st, 2012
Next-Generation 2014 Lexus IS Confirmed for Detroit Auto Show
According to Motor Report, Lexus Australia CEO Tony Cramb has confirmed that the next-generation 2014 IS sedan will debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
Kevin · October 24th, 2012
Lexus LF-CC Concept Coming to SEMA
The Lexus LF-CC concept will be making its North American debut at SEMA next week, joining the jet-racing Lexus LFA Nürburgring & IS F CCS-R race car at the Lexus booth.
Kevin · October 23rd, 2012