Interview with Lexus RX Chief Engineer Takayuki Katsuda

Lexus RX chief engineer Takayuki Katsuda has been in charge of the last two iterations of the mid-size crossover, and I had a chance to speak with him briefly during the media launch event in Portland a couple weeks back.
Kevin · September 20th, 2015

Video: Lexus GS F Key Features

Lexus International has posted a video highlighting the key performance features of the 2016 GS F.
Nik · September 16th, 2015

Consumer Reports Trolls the 2015 Lexus NX

Consumer Reports calls the Lexus NX one of the worst cars of 2015, and in the process prove they're ill-equipped to review much more than toasters and refrigerators.
Kevin · September 14th, 2015

Six New Videos of the All-New 2016 Lexus RX

Lexus International has just released new videos about the all-new fourth-generation RX, and it’s like my technical overview from earlier in the week coming to life.
Kevin · September 10th, 2015

More Details on the 2016 Lexus GS 200t

With four-cylinder engines making up to 40% of all Audi and BMW midsize sedan sales in the USA, the release of the Lexus GS 200t and its 2.0L turbo engine has come at an excellent time.
Michael · August 28th, 2015

Live Photos of the Updated 2016 Lexus LX 570

The updated 2016 Lexus LX 570 debuted at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance this week, and now we have some live photos to go along with the official gallery.
Kevin · August 16th, 2015

Lexus Trademarks LS 500 in Australia and Europe

Lexus has just trademarked LS 500 in both Australia and Europe, joining the previously-registered LS 500h as a potential engine option for the next-generation Lexus flagship sedan.
Kevin · August 12th, 2015

New Rumors on the Next-Generation Lexus CT

Japanese magazine Mag-X has some new rumors on the next-generation Lexus CT, including the above rendering that suggests the hybrid hatchback might get more than just a fresh new design.
Kevin · August 3rd, 2015

Lexus Announces RC 200t with 2.0L Turbo Engine

The 2016 Lexus RC 200t has just been announced by Lexus Europe, making the year-old coupe the fourth model to be offered with Lexus’ new 2.0L four-cylinder turbo engine.
Kevin · August 1st, 2015

A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-LC Production Prototype

It’s been twenty-four hours since a production prototype of the Lexus LF-LC concept was spotted in California — let’s take a closer look at the two images and how they compare to the original concept.
Kevin · July 29th, 2015

Possible Production Version of the Lexus RC F CCS-R Race Car?

Peter Lyon from Motoring Australia had a chance to drive the Lexus RC F CCS-R race car on Fuji Speedway: The Lexus RC F CCS-R is a pre-production version of the RC F GT Concept that has campaigned at Pikes Peak and the Nurburgring. Weighing 400kg less than the production RC F, the CCS-R runs …

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Kevin · July 15th, 2015

2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Information

New information on the updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h has been released today, with both models getting a significant exterior refresh, upgraded safety systems, and new interior tech.
Kevin · July 10th, 2015