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
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New Rumors on the Lexus Compact Crossover
Mag-X is reporting that the much-discussed compact crossover will also be released by August of next year.
Kevin · March 21st, 2013
Motor Trend Video: Tour of the Lexus LFA Works
Motor Trend has published an video tour of the Lexus LFA Works plant in Japan.
Kevin · March 20th, 2013
New Details on the Lexus RC Coupe
Mag-X from Japan is reporting that the Lexus production model based on the LF-CC concept will be available by August 2014.
Kevin · March 20th, 2013
Carsguide Reviews the Lexus RX 270
Australian website Carsguide has reviewed the Lexus RX 270.
Kevin · March 19th, 2013
Photos: Matte Grey Lexus GS in Miami
The obsession with matte exteriors continues with this Lexus GS wrapped in grey from Superior Auto Design in Miami.
Kevin · March 19th, 2013
Lexus Sets Middle East Sales Record in 2012
Lexus saw a record sales increase in the Middle East for 2012 with 31,288 units sold — a jump of more than 50% over 2011.
Kevin · March 18th, 2013
Photos: Roy Mallady’s Two Lexus LFAs
The last Lexus LFA to arrive in the USA was delivered to its owner Roy Mallady, the Atlanta businessman who also happens to own the first LFA ever sold in America.
Kevin · March 18th, 2013
Dan Neil Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal has reviewed the 2013 Lexus ES 300h.
Kevin · March 17th, 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
Behind-the-Scenes Look at Lexus LFA Photography
Ever wonder how car photography looks so good?
Kevin · March 14th, 2013
Motor Report Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
The Motor Report in Australia has put the Lexus GS450h in a hybrid sedan shootout against the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h.
test · March 13th, 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
Is the Lexus IS F Being Discontinued?
In his review of the 2013 Lexus IS F, James Healey of USA Today claims that the high-performance sedan will be discontinued.
Kevin · March 11th, 2013
Video: Lexus GS F SPORT AWD in the Snow
To show off the winter capabilities of the AWD GS F SPORT, Lexus Canada brought 24 owners to Mecaglisse test track in Montreal and filmed the results.
Kevin · March 11th, 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
Is the First Generation Lexus RX the Perfect First Car for Teenagers?
The Truth About Cars has called the first generation 1999-2003 Lexus RX “the perfect first car” for teenage drivers.
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
World’s Only Matte Black Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition
The world’s only Lexus LFA Nürburgring edition in Matte Black has been delivered to its new owner on the U.S. East Coast.
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 RC Coupe Prototype Spotted!
By way of Mag-X, here’s the very first spyshot of the Lexus production coupe based on the LF-CC concept.
Kevin · February 28th, 2013
New Lexus GS Commercial: Synchronized
Lexus USA has released a new commercial for the GS.
Kevin · February 28th, 2013
Photo Gallery of the Updated Lexus HS 250h
The Response website has a photo gallery of the updated Japan-only Lexus HS 250h showing the new spindle grille in real life.
Kevin · February 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
New Rendering of the Lexus NX Compact Crossover
By way of Club Lexus, here’s a new rendering of the much-rumored Lexus compact crossover from an unidentified Japanese magazine.
Kevin · February 26th, 2013
CNET: Lexus LS 460 F SPORT vs. BMW 750Li Technology Comparison
Taking an unusual angle, Brian Cooley from CNET compares the technology packages in the Lexus LS 460 F SPORT & BMW 750Li.
Kevin · February 26th, 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
Lexus ES Returning to Australia
After a seven-year hiatus, the Lexus ES is coming back to Australia.
Kevin · February 25th, 2013
Virtual Test Drive of the 2013 Lexus LS 460 F SPORT AWD
Winding Road has just released a video of the 2013 Lexus LS 460 F SPORT AWD shot entirely from the driver’s point of view.
Kevin · February 22nd, 2013
Lexus RX 350 & RX 450h Named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 Best Cars for the Money Award
The Lexus RX 350 & RX 450h were named to the U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 Best Cars for the Money awards list for their combination of value & quality.
Kevin · February 21st, 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
Gear Patrol Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
Gear Patrol has a review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD, and believe it “impresses beyond what we’ve come to expect from the brand over the years.”
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
Lexus GS & LX Win Canadian Black Book Best Retained Value Awards
The Lexus GS & Lexus LX were named the top luxury car & luxury SUV in the 2013 Canadian Black Book Best Retained Value Awards.
Kevin · February 19th, 2013
Photo Gallery: Matte Black Lexus LFA in Malaysia
The Matte Black TRD development Lexus LFA made an appearance at the grand opening of the new Sungai Besi dealership in Malaysia.
Kevin · February 19th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
In their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, Autoweek praises the “near-perfect combination of interior space, cargo room, fuel-economy and luxury.”
Kevin · February 19th, 2013
Lexus 2012 Sales in Japan
The GS was the best selling Lexus in Japan last year, according to a list compiled by the Best Selling Cars Blog.
Kevin · February 18th, 2013
Motor Trend Visits the Lexus LFA Plant in Japan
Motor Trend have visited the Lexus LFA Works at the Motomachi Plant in Aichi, Japan, and have published what may be the final article on the unique supercar factory.
Kevin · February 14th, 2013
Lexus Named Top Brand in 2013 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study
For the second year in a row, Lexus has been named the top brand overall in the 2013 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.
Kevin · February 14th, 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
2013 Lexus ES Wins Russia’s Golden Klaxon Award
The Lexus ES has won the 2013 Golden Klaxon award for the best Business Class car in Russia.
Kevin · February 12th, 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
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
Lexus LFA Owner Profiled in Autoweek
*Autoweek* has a profile on Roy Mallady, the owner of Lexus LFA #003 & #499.
Kevin · February 11th, 2013
Skipper Design 2013 Lexus LS in Black & White
Skipper Design has released two new photo galleries of their 2013 Lexus LS body kits.
Kevin · February 7th, 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
Lexus Japan Commissions Art Installation for Updated HS 250h
To introduce the updated HS 250h in Japan, Lexus invited designer Tokujin Yoshioka to create an art installation.
Kevin · February 5th, 2013
Consumer Reports Reviews the 2013 Lexus LS 460
Consumer Reports have driven the updated 2013 Lexus LS 460, and were impressed with the sedan despite their dislike of the Remote Touch controller.
Kevin · February 5th, 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 LFA Appears on Top Gear
The much-anticipated appearance of the Lexus LFA on Top Gear has been uploaded to Youtube.
Kevin · February 4th, 2013
Jeremy Clarkson’s Top Gear Love Letter to the Lexus LFA
Less than an hour before the Lexus LFA makes its second appearance on the Top Gear TV show, Jeremy Clarkson’s Top Gear Magazine article on the Lexus supercar has shown up on German Car Forum.
Kevin · February 3rd, 2013
Official Photos & Video of the Updated Lexus HS 250h
The updated Lexus HS 250h has been released in Japan.
Kevin · February 1st, 2013
Lexus LFA #499 Arrives in the USA
Arriving a couple days ago in California, Lexus LFA #499 is the final LFA to be delivered to the USA and the last LFA to be sold.
Kevin · January 31st, 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
Jeremy Clarkson: Lexus LFA “The Best Car I’ve Ever Driven”
Jeremy Clarkson loves the Lexus LFA — he praised the Lexus supercar in the Sunday Times, paid tribute on the Top Gear website, and now has this to say in the latest issue of Top Gear magazine.
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 Trademarks RC F for High-Performance Coupe?
Exciting news today — Lexus has trademarked RC F in the USA & Europe, indicating that a new high-performance coupe could be in the works.
Kevin · January 28th, 2013
Lexus LFA Wrapped in Australian Flag
Yesterday was Australia Day, and to mark the occasion, the Lexus of Blackburn dealership wrapped LFA #252 in the national flag.
Kevin · January 27th, 2013
Smoking Tire Video Review of the Lexus LS 460 F SPORT
Matt Farah from The Smoking Tire has put together a lengthy video review of the Lexus LS 460 F SPORT, and it’s a honest take on the flagship sedan from a former first-gen LS owner.
Kevin · January 25th, 2013
Canadian Government Invests in Lexus Cambridge Plant Expansion
The Canadian & Ontario governments will be investing $34 million to help Lexus upgrade its Cambridge plant to expand output and introduce the production of the RX 450h.
Kevin · January 25th, 2013