Imagining a 2014 Lexus IS Hatchback

Fresh from his rendering of an IS SportCross wagon, master photochopper Theophilus Chin has created a smaller IS-inspired hatchback.

Kevin · June 6th, 2013

Lexus Canada Contest: Drive the 2014 Lexus IS in Montreal

Lexus Canada have just launched their Facebook page, and are celebrating with a contest to drive the new 2014 IS on the ICAR circuit in Montreal.

Kevin · June 5th, 2013

Video: Driving the 2014 Lexus IS with Google Glass

Vincent Nguyen of Slashgear was invited to Rockingham Speedway to drive the 2014 Lexus IS, and brought along Google Glass to film his review.

Kevin · June 4th, 2013

CAR Magazine Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 300h F SPORT

In the CAR Magazine review of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT, Chris Chilton finds the hybrid sedan “distinctive” but dislike the variable transmission.

Kevin · May 29th, 2013

Imagining a Next-Generation Lexus IS SportCross

Master photochopper Theophilus Chin has created a third-generation Lexus IS SportCross.

Kevin · May 28th, 2013

Video: Lexus IS Japanese Launch Party

To celebrate the launch of the new third-generation IS, Lexus Japan held a huge party in an aircraft hanger.

Kevin · May 27th, 2013

Jalopnik Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS

Patrick George of Jalopnik has reviewed the 2014 Lexus IS, and liked pretty much everything but the transmission.

Kevin · May 23rd, 2013

Top Gear Magazine Reviews the Lexus IS 300h

Paul Horrell from Top Gear magazine has reviewed the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT, and balances his appreciation of the handling with his dislike of the variable transmission.

Kevin · May 22nd, 2013

Lexus Canada Announces 2014 Lexus IS Pricing

Lexus Canada has updated their website with full pricing for the 2014 Lexus IS, including all packages and F SPORT options.

Kevin · May 21st, 2013

Modellista Announces Lexus IS F SPORT Body Kit

Lexus factory tuner Modellista has announced a body kit for the new Lexus IS.

Kevin · May 21st, 2013

Live Photos of the TRD Lexus IS F SPORT Body Kit

Live photos of the recently revealed TRD body kit for the new Lexus IS have shown up on the Japanese blog たろのぶのページ.

Kevin · May 20th, 2013

Lexus Japan Releases Very First 2014 IS Commercial

Lexus Japan has released their first commercial for the new Lexus IS.

Kevin · May 17th, 2013

TRD Japan Announces Performance Accessories for New Lexus IS

Official Lexus tuner TRD Japan has just announced accessories for the new IS.

Kevin · May 16th, 2013

Edmunds Comparison: Lexus IS 250 F SPORT vs BMW 328i M Sport vs. Cadillac ATS 2.0

Edmunds has published a comparison between the 2013 BMW 328i M Sport, 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.0 Premium, and 2014 Lexus IS250 F Sport.

Kevin · May 14th, 2013

2014 Lexus IS East Coast Road Rally

Road trip announcement — this week, I’ll be joining a convoy of 2014 Lexus IS models as they make their way along the East Coast visiting U.S. Lexus dealerships.

Kevin · May 12th, 2013

The Smoking Tire Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT

In his latest video, Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire takes the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT out on the mountain roads of Southern California.

Kevin · May 1st, 2013

Car & Driver Comparison: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT vs. BMW 335i M SPORT vs Cadillac ATS 3.6

In the latest issue of Car & Driver, the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT takes top spot in a comparison with the BMW 335i M SPORT and Cadillac ATS 3.6.

Kevin · April 30th, 2013

Lexus USA Announces 2014 Lexus IS Pricing

Lexus USA has announced their pricing for the 2014 Lexus IS.

Kevin · April 29th, 2013

Video: Lexus IS 300h Test Drive with Racecar Driver Alex Wurz

Time to take a spin in the 2014 Lexus IS 300h F Sport with former F1 driver, double Le Mans winner, and current Toyota Racing driver Alex Wurz.

Kevin · April 28th, 2013

Photo Galleries: The 2014 Lexus IS in Austin, Texas

This afternoon, I spent some time working through photos from last month’s Lexus IS press event in Austin.

Kevin · April 26th, 2013

Quick Video Tour of the 2014 Lexus IS 250

Fresh from IS training, a Lexus of Quad Cities dealership employee Blake Anderson filmed a quick walkaround of the new model.

Kevin · April 26th, 2013

2014 Lexus IS Starts Production in Japan

The 2014 Lexus IS has started production at the Tahara plant in Japan.

Kevin · April 25th, 2013

Photos: Lexus IS F SPORT in Ultra Blue

Japanese website Response has published three photos of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT in Ultra Blue.

Kevin · April 25th, 2013

Lexus IS 300h Review from Asia One

David Ting from Asia One recently drove the new Lexus IS 300h, and enjoyed it much more than previous Lexus hybrids.

Kevin · April 12th, 2013

Photo Gallery: Details of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT

Lexus UK has posted a Facebook image gallery focused on the details of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT.

Kevin · April 11th, 2013

The National Post Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS

David Booth of The National Post spent the day in Austin driving the new 2014 Lexus IS, and believes it’s a serious challenger to the BMW 3-Series.

Kevin · April 5th, 2013

Two New Videos of the Lexus IS & IS F SPORT

Just released by Lexus Asia Pacific, here are two more videos about the 2014 Lexus IS & IS F SPORT.

Kevin · April 4th, 2013

Video: Developing the New Lexus IS

Much like the fourth-generation Lexus GS, the new IS was tested & tuned over 1,000,000 miles.

Kevin · March 31st, 2013

Lexus USA Planning 12-City Ride & Drive Tour for 2014 IS

In an interview with Media Post, Lexus USA’s national marketing manager Brian Bolain shares some details on what the brand has planned for the 2014 IS launch.

Kevin · March 29th, 2013

Motor Trend Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS

Once again, Motor Trend has driven the 2014 Lexus IS, and found it to be an extremely enjoyable experience.

Kevin · March 28th, 2013

Official Photos: 2014 Lexus IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT

Over fifty images of the IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT all in one place.

Kevin · March 27th, 2013

Official Photos: 2014 Lexus IS 250

Lexus has released a full compliment of new 2014 Lexus IS photos.

Kevin · March 26th, 2013

Autoweek Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS

Autoweek has driven the new 2014 Lexus IS, and came away impressed with the new model.

Kevin · March 26th, 2013

2014 Lexus IS Preview

Debuting at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year, the 2014 third-generation IS is a critical model for Lexus.

Kevin · March 25th, 2013

Lexus to Participate in Goodwood Festival of Speed

This July, Lexus will be making its first official appearance at the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK.

Kevin · March 22nd, 2013

Photo: All Three Lexus IS Generations Together

The Lexus Netherland Facebook page posted this photo of all three IS generations together.

Kevin · March 15th, 2013

Lexus IS Chief Engineer Furuyama Answers Facebook Questions

As mentioned previously, Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama was answering Facebook questions during the Geneva Motor Show.

Kevin · March 14th, 2013

2014 Lexus IS 350 Gets Smarter 8-Speed Transmission

The 2014 Lexus IS 350 will introduce a new transmission technology that improves handling by holding the proper gear in high-speed cornering.

Kevin · March 12th, 2013

Driving Footage of the Lexus IS 300h & IS 250

Another video of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT & IS 250 has surfaced (accompanied by some questionable music).

Kevin · March 8th, 2013

Potential Colors for the New Lexus IS

Curious about the possible colors for the new Lexus IS?

Kevin · March 8th, 2013

TRD Japan & Modellista to Release Third-Generation Lexus IS Body Kits

Here’s the first look at the TRD Japan & Modellista body kits planned for the third-generation Lexus IS.

Kevin · March 7th, 2013

Lexus IS 300h in Titanium Metallic

Another new Lexus IS color debuted at the Geneva Motor Show -- Titanium Metallic.

Kevin · March 6th, 2013

New Video of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT

Lexus Europe has released a new video of the IS 300h F SPORT, and it’s pretty racy.

Kevin · March 5th, 2013

Lexus IS 300h F SPORT Introduced at Geneva Motor Show

The Lexus IS 300h F SPORT was introduced today at the Geneva Motor Show in the new Ultra Blue exterior color.

Kevin · March 5th, 2013

What Car? Readers Check Out the New Lexus IS

The folks at What Car? recently brought in readers to check out the new Lexus IS 300h and asked them to share their impressions.

Kevin · March 4th, 2013

Q&A with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama

Lexus will be debuting the IS 300h F SPORT at the Geneva Motor Show this week, and have opened the floor for questions to ask the IS chief engineer, Junichi Furuyama.

Kevin · March 3rd, 2013

Lexus UK Launches IS Art Project

Lexus UK has launched a project bringing the all-new IS F SPORT together with a group of photographers & videographers.

Kevin · February 25th, 2013

Imagining a Next-Generation Lexus IS F Coupe & Sedan

otor Report asked photochopper Theophilus Chin to try his hand at creating a next-generation Lexus IS F in both coupe & sedan formats.

Kevin · February 21st, 2013

Lexus UK Releases 2013 IS 250 & IS 300h Pricing

Lexus UK has announced pricing for the new 2014 IS, with the IS 250 starting at £26,495 ($40,908 USD) and the IS 300h starting at £29,495 ($45,540 USD).

Kevin · February 20th, 2013

New Lexus IS Print Ad in 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue

Lexus has released a print ad for the new Lexus IS in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, and just like last year it involves a unique twist on the swimsuit photoshoot.

Kevin · February 13th, 2013

Lexus IS to get Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Engine?

According to a Car Advice interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama, Lexus may be planning to replace the model’s 2.5L V6 with a small turbocharged engine.

Kevin · February 12th, 2013

Detailed Video of the Lexus IS F SPORT

The camera may be a little too close, but this video shows off the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT in 360° of detail.

Kevin · February 11th, 2013

Interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama

While at the Detroit Auto Show, I had a chance to ask Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama a few quick questions, and now my interview is available over at Lexus Magazine.

Kevin · February 6th, 2013

Imagining a Lexus IS Coupe

Photochopper Theophilus Chin has rendered a coupe based on the all-new third-generation Lexus IS.

Kevin · February 4th, 2013

Lexus Announces Voluntary Safety Recall for 2006-2012 IS Models

Lexus USA has announced a voluntary safety recall for the 2006-2012 IS.

Kevin · January 30th, 2013

Stunning Photo Gallery of the Red Lexus LFA #64

Located in South Africa, photographer Oliver Hirtenfelder has put together an absolutely stunning collection of photos featuring the red Lexus LFA #24.

Kevin · January 29th, 2013

Insights from a Lexus Insider: Andrew Kirby on the Detroit Auto Show

The following is a message from Andrew Kirby, general manager of the Lexus worldwide product and marketing planning division, who has asked to address Lexus Enthusiast readers directly from time to time.

Kevin · January 29th, 2013

Lexus IS 300h & IS 300h F SPORT Photo Gallery

Lexus Europe has released an extensive photo collection of the IS 300h in both standard and F SPORT models.

Kevin · January 24th, 2013

Will There Be a Next-Generation Lexus IS F?

While at the Detroit Auto Show, Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama discussed the next-generation IS F with Car Advice.

Kevin · January 24th, 2013

Motor Trend Drives the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT

Along with the insightful interview with chief engineer Junichi Furuyama, Motor Trend has published an exclusive feature on the third-generation Lexus IS.

Kevin · January 23rd, 2013

Details on the Lexus Display at the Chicago Auto Show

The Chicago Auto Show opens at the beginning of February, and Lexus has released some details on their planned display.

Kevin · January 23rd, 2013

Video Interview with Lexus IS Chief Engineer Junichi Furuyama

Motor Trend has posted a wonderfully detailed video interview with Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama.

Kevin · January 22nd, 2013

Turbocharged Lexus IS SportCross

Speedhunters is featuring a turbocharged Lexus IS 300 SportCross complete with a manual transmission lifted from a MK3 Supra.

Kevin · January 22nd, 2013

Video: 2014 Lexus IS 350 & IS F SPORT on the Road

As part of their media press kits, Lexus has released two videos that provide a very nice visual tour of the new 2014 IS.

Kevin · January 21st, 2013

Confirmed: No Plans for a Next-Generation Lexus IS SportCross

In an interview with The Age, executive vice president of Lexus International, Kazuo Ohara, confirmed there are no plans for a SportCross variant of the new third-generation IS.

Kevin · January 17th, 2013

Guided Tour of the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT

Here’s Ming-Jou Chen of Lexus College with an informative tour of the new 2014 IS.

Kevin · January 17th, 2013

Lexus Hater Likes the 2014 IS F SPORT

When Jalopnik writer and self-professed “Lexus Hater” Raphael Orlove saw the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT at the Detroit auto show, he was surprised by his own reaction.

Kevin · January 17th, 2013

New Lexus IS F SPORT Video from Europe

Lexus Europe has released a stylish new video introduction to the 2014 IS.

Kevin · January 16th, 2013