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

Live Video Debut of the Lexus LF-NX Concept

Lexus will debut the LF-NX compact crossover concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show today at 1PM CET/7AM ET/4AM PT.

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

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 GS F Prototype Spotted on Nürburgring!

Confirming photos from Best Car, a Lexus GS F prototype was spotted on the Nürburgring in Germany.

Kevin · September 3rd, 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

Even More Video of the Camouflaged Lexus RC F Prototype

There’s now more footage of the Lexus RC F camouflaged prototype.

Kevin · August 7th, 2013

Video: Lexus LFA Nürburgring 24h Race Full Lap

Gazoo Racing has released some onboard footage of Kazuya Oshima racing the Lexus LFA during the Nürburgring 24h race, and it’s a great ride-along.

Kevin · July 31st, 2013

Lexus RC F Coupe Prototype Racing on Nürburgring

The Lexus RC F prototype has been spotted on the Nürburgring in Germany.

Kevin · July 17th, 2013

Lexus RC F Coupe Prototype Spotted in Europe

The day has finally come — a Lexus RC F prototype has been spotted by the folks over at Leftlane News.

Kevin · July 15th, 2013

Jeremy Clarkson’s Daughter Drives Lexus RX 450h Across Africa

While on the topic of Jeremy Clarkson & Lexus, his daughter Emily recently travelled across Africa in a RX 450h, and has written about the journey for The Sunday Times.

Kevin · July 10th, 2013

The Stig from Top Gear: Lexus LFA is the Best Car in the World

Jeremy Clarkson shared an interesting tidbit during his review of the new Ferrari F12 in the latest episode of Top Gear.

Kevin · July 10th, 2013

Lexus Explains Decision to Discontinue Diesel Engines

Australian website Car Advice has a statement from Lexus IS chief engineer Junichi Furuyama on why the IS diesel was discontinued in favor of the new IS 300h hybrid.

Kevin · July 9th, 2013

Two Lexus IS Commercials from Europe

Lexus Europe has released two more commercials for the 2014 IS.

Kevin · July 7th, 2013

Lexus Europe Releases Interactive IS Commercial

Lexus Europe has produced a multi-step interactive movie for the new IS, and it’s a technical tour-de-force worth seeing.

Kevin · June 28th, 2013

The Real Story Behind the Infamous Lexus GTE Racecar

After two years of rumor & speculation, Racecar Engineering has finally discovered the full story behind the infamous Lexus LFA GTE racecar developed by Toyota Motorsports.

Kevin · June 20th, 2013

2014 Lexus IS Commercial from Lexus Europe

After watching the Lexus USA’s two commercials for the new 2014 IS, up next is Lexus Europe

Kevin · June 14th, 2013

Imagining a Next-Generation Lexus IS SportCross

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

Kevin · May 28th, 2013

More Photos of the Mystery Lexus Compact Crossover Development Mule

CAR Magazine has some new photos of the mystery Lexus compact crossover test mule spotted a couple weeks back.

Kevin · May 27th, 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 LFA Finishes 37th Overall in 2013 Nürburgring 24 Hour Race

The Gazoo Racing Lexus LFA team of Akio Toyoda, Masahiko Kageyama, Hiroaki Ishiura & Kazuya Oshima finished 37th overall and second in the SP8 class at the 41st annual Nürburgring 24 Hour race in Germany this weekend.

Kevin · May 20th, 2013

Norwegian Town Removes Speed Bump for Lexus LFA Owner

Rune Berge Vik, the only Lexus LFA owner in Norway, was having a problem getting his supercar over a speed bump on the route to his home.

Kevin · May 19th, 2013

2013 Nürburgring 24 Hour Race Updates

It's Nürburgring 24 Hour Race weekend, and the LFA is now 30th overall.

Kevin · May 18th, 2013

Lexus LFA to Participate in Nürburgring 24 Hour Race This Weekend

Toyota President Akio Toyoda will be one of the four drivers racing the Gazoo Racing Lexus LFA in the 41st annual Nürburgring 24 hour race this weekend in Germany.

Kevin · May 15th, 2013

Lexus Named Top Automotive Brand in Sweden

Lexus is the top-ranked automotive brand by Swedish car owners.

Kevin · May 14th, 2013

Lexus Named Top Brand in Norway

Lexus was named the top brand in Auto Index 2013, the annual survey of Norwegian car owners that measures vehicle quality, dealers, service and loyalty.

Kevin · May 9th, 2013

Akio Toyoda to Race in Nürburgring 24 Hours Race

While on the topic of Akio Toyoda, the Toyota president will be participating in the Nürburgring 24 Hours race on May 19 & 20th, his first time taking part since 2009 when he raced the Lexus LFA.

Kevin · May 6th, 2013

Lexus LFA AD-X Prototype Makes Another Appearance at Nürburgring

The mysterious Lexus LFA AD-X prototype has been spotted again on the Nürburgring, six months after its last public appearance.

Kevin · April 30th, 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

Fifth Gear Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h

The Fifth Gear team have combined to review the 2013 Lexus GS 450h.

Kevin · April 23rd, 2013

Lexus LFA Wins SP8 Class in VLN2 Nürburgring Race

The Gazoo Racing Lexus LFA raced this weekend in the four-hour VLN2 race at the Nürburgring, placing 1st in the SP8 Class & 29th overall.

Kevin · April 22nd, 2013

Lexus GS 300h Introduced at Shanghai Motor Show

Earlier today in China, the Lexus GS 300h was introduced at the Shanghai Motor Show.

Kevin · April 20th, 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

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

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

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

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 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

Lexus Announces Geneva Motor Show Lineup

Lexus has announced that the IS 300h F SPORT will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

Kevin · February 1st, 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

Lexus Global Sales in 2012

Details on Lexus’ global sales in 2012 were released today by Lexus Europe.

Kevin · January 28th, 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 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

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

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

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

Jeremy Clarkson: “I Love the Lexus LFA”

For the third time in four months, Jeremy Clarkson has reviewed the Lexus LFA — this time for the Top Gear website.

Kevin · December 13th, 2012

Auto Express Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS 300h

Auto Express has driven the next-generation Lexus IS 300h, and called the new hybrid powertrain “quiet and smooth”, with “impeccable refinement”.

Kevin · December 13th, 2012

Lexus GS 450h Wins Auto Bild Value Award

Dutch magazine Auto Bild has named the 2013 Lexus GS 450h the best “Upper Class” value in its annual Value Awards.

Kevin · December 11th, 2012

Lexus IS Hybrid will not be Offered in North America

First mentioned by Car & Driver and then confirmed by Autoweek, the next-generation Lexus IS will not be available as the IS 300h hybrid in North America.

Kevin · December 5th, 2012

Video of the Next-Generation Lexus IS Sound Generator

In the Autoweek.nl preview of the next-generation Lexus IS, the presenter shows off the sedan’s user-adjustable sound generator (around 3:06) — it makes the IS sound like a slightly muted IS F.

Kevin · December 5th, 2012

Autocar Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS 300h

In advance of next-generation Lexus IS launch at the Detroit Auto Show in January, some automotive magazines have been given an advance look at the next-generation sedan.

Kevin · December 4th, 2012

Lexus LS-Based TMG TS 650 Revealed!

The long-rumored Toyota Motorsports TMG Sports 650 concept has been revealed prior to its debut at the Essen Motor Show this week.

Kevin · November 27th, 2012

Lexus Stops Manufacturing European-Spec IS Models

Lexus has stopped production of European-spec IS models due to new crash safety legislation that goes into effect at the end of the year.

Kevin · November 26th, 2012

Lexus LFA & SC 430 Featured in Top Gear’s Worst Car in the History of the World Special

Last week, Top Gear released their The Worst Car in the History of the World DVD special, and two Lexus cars were featured.

Kevin · November 25th, 2012

One Million Miles on the Road: The Story of the Fourth-Generation Lexus GS

Lexus has launched a new GS website dedicated to the 1,000,000 miles that Chief Engineer Yoshihiko Kanamori and his staff spent testing pre-production models before the release of the fourth-generation GS.

Kevin · November 21st, 2012

TMG Releases Teaser Photos of their 640+ Horsepower Lexus LS

Toyota Motorsport gmbH have released teaser photos of their super-modified Lexus LS set to debut next week.

Kevin · November 20th, 2012

EVO Magazine Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F SPORT

EVO Magazine has published a short review of the 2013 Lexus GS 450h, calling it “significantly sharper than its forbears and genuine fun to drive”.

Kevin · November 14th, 2012

TMG Lexus LS 650 to Debut at Essen Motor Show This Month

Powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.0L V8 engine (likely from the IS F), the LS 650 will have more than 640 horsepower and top speed of 200mph.

Kevin · November 9th, 2012

More Spy Shots of the Next-Generation 2014 Lexus IS

More spy photos of the next-generation Lexus IS have been released, this time by the folks over at gMotors.

Kevin · November 8th, 2012

Is Lexus Preparing a LFA GTE Race Car for Next Year’s Nürburgring 24h Race?

Late last week, Lexus race car driver Akira Iida — the same driver that set the Nürburgring lap record for a production car in an LFA — tweeted the above photo of a mystery LFA prototype, describing it as his “next challenge”.

Kevin · November 6th, 2012