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
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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
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
2014 Lexus CT 200h Update?
Here's a grainy image of what appears to be the updated 2014 Lexus CT 200h.
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: Mega Factories Tour of the Lexus LFA Works
The latest episode of National Geographic TV show Mega Factories documents the production of the Lexus LFA at the Motomachi plant in Japan.
Kevin · January 21st, 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
Steel Blue Lexus LFA Arrives in USA
Lexus LFA #489 is second-to-last LFA to arrive in the USA and the only one in the country with a Steel Blue exterior.
Kevin · January 21st, 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
2013 Lexus LS F SPORT Body Kit by Skipper Design
Japanese tuner Skipper Design has released some mods for the 2013 Lexus LS, starting with this front lip spoiler.
Kevin · January 18th, 2013
Japanese Tuner Combines Lexus LFA & Toyota GT-86
Japanese tuner DAMD created a fusion between the Lexus LFA and the Toyota GT-86 for the Tokyo Auto Salon, calling it the LFT-86.
Kevin · January 18th, 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
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
Video: Introducing the New 2014 Lexus IS
Lexus has released this wild video to announce the arrival the new 2014 IS.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS Information
After two days of live coverage at the Detroit Auto Show, it’s time to work through all of the information released about the new 2014 Lexus IS.
Kevin · January 16th, 2013
Watch the 2014 Lexus IS Reveal on Facebook
Lexus will be showing the debut of the next-generation IS live on Facebook Tuesday morning at 9:30 ET,
Kevin · January 14th, 2013
New Photos of the Japan-Only Lexus HS 250h Update
Here's some new high-resolution photos of the not-for-North-America 2013 Lexus HS 250h.
Kevin · January 13th, 2013
Lexus Japan Displays Custom Cars at Tokyo Auto Salon
The Tokyo Auto Salon is Japan’s SEMA show, and Lexus Japan had a collection of show cars on display.
Kevin · January 13th, 2013
Next-Generation Lexus IS Wagon Coming to Detroit Auto Show?
Is the 2014 Lexus IS going to be offered as a wagon?
Kevin · January 11th, 2013
New Lexus LFA Race Car Introduced by Gazoo Racing in Japan
Gazoo Racing has debuted their latest Lexus LFA race car today at the Tokyo Auto Salon in Japan.
Kevin · January 11th, 2013
A Closer Look at the 2014 Lexus IS Interior
Yesterday, we took a closer look at the 2014 Lexus IS exterior, and now it’s time to examine the interior,
Kevin · January 10th, 2013