Lexus USA Announces Recalls on 2006-2008 RX 400h, 2006-2011 IS 350, IS 350C & GS 350
Lexus USA announced two voluntary safety recalls today.
Kevin · September 4th, 2013
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Two New Lexus Hybrid Models in 2014
Speaking at the CAR Management Briefing Seminars in Michigan this week, Lexus International’s Paul Williamsen announced that Lexus will offer nine hybrid models worldwide by the end of 2014.
Kevin · August 9th, 2013
Second Annual Lexus Design Award Announced
Lexus has announced the second annual Lexus Design Award, a global competition to support and encourage the next-generation of design talent in all fields, from architecture to product design to fashion.
Kevin · August 1st, 2013
The Lexus IS Design Contest
How would you like to customize a new Lexus IS and have your work shown at SEMA in Las Vegas?
Kevin · July 17th, 2013
Reuters Profile on Akio Toyoda
Some recommended reading: Reuters has an excellent profile on Toyota president Akio Toyoda and the changes he’s went through since taking over in 2009.
Kevin · July 4th, 2013
Confirmed: Larry Ellison is a Lexus LFA Owner
In a recent WSJ article about his purchase of an Hawaii island, Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison confirms that he’s a LFA owner.
Kevin · July 3rd, 2013
The Story of the Lexus Spindle Grille
The Lexus International website has a engaging BEYOND magazine feature that tells the story of the spindle grille.
Kevin · June 27th, 2013
Interview with Lexus Design Chief Tokuo Fukuichi
Lexus UK has posted an interview with Lexus Design Chief Tokuo Fukuichi, who talks about his influences in deciding how Lexus should be styled.
Kevin · June 18th, 2013
Second Lexus Short Film Echoes Posted Online
Following Beyond Memories from Cristina Molino, the second Lexus Short Films feature has been posted on Youtube.
Kevin · June 6th, 2013
Lexus Outlines Chinese Expansion Plans
Lexus plans to take its time expanding the brand in China, according to a Wall Street Journal interview with Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin
Kevin · June 5th, 2013
Lexus Announces Recall on 2009 Model Year HS 250h For Braking Issue
Lexus has announced a voluntary safety recall for HS 250h models made between June and October 2009.
Kevin · June 5th, 2013
Watch the Lexus Design Matters Event Live
The Lexus Design Matters event in New York City is set to start tonight at 9pm ET/6pm PT, and you can watch it live right here.
Kevin · April 19th, 2013
Toyota Announces 5,000,000 Hybrids Sold Worldwide
While not Lexus specific, the Toyota Motor Corporation announced today that the entire company has now sold 5,000,000 hybrids worldwide.
Kevin · April 17th, 2013
Lexus Compact Crossover Concept Coming to Tokyo Auto Show, Production Model in Early 2014
According to Automotive News, Lexus will debut a production-ready compact crossover at next year’s Geneva Motor Show.
Kevin · April 5th, 2013
Lexus to Launch Global Marketing Campaign in May
Lexus will be launching a new global advertising campaign in May.
Kevin · March 13th, 2013
Lexus Executive Management Changes
Toyota today announced a large executive reorganization that will bring some changes to the Lexus management.
Kevin · March 6th, 2013
Akio Toyoda & Mark Templin Named to 2013 Motor Trend Power List
Toyota president Akio Toyoda & Lexus general manager Mark Templin have been named to the 2013 Motor Trend Power List of the top 50 people in the automotive industry.
Kevin · January 31st, 2013
A Lesson in Lexus Design
Forbes writer Matthew de Paula has published an excellent interview with Tokuo Fukuichi, chief of design for Toyota and the man responsible for the new Lexus design revolution.
Kevin · January 31st, 2013
New Lexus Display to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
Along with the next-generation IS, Lexus will be introducing a new global auto show display at the Detroit Auto Show tomorrow.
Kevin · January 13th, 2013
Top Ten Lexus Stories of 2012
It’s arrived a couple days later than expected, but my Top Ten Lexus stories of 2012 has just published by Lexus Magazine.
Kevin · January 6th, 2013
Lexus Previews Self-Driving Research Vehicle
In advance of its official debut on Monday in Las Vegas, Lexus has released a (very) short clip of their new autonomous research vehicle.
Kevin · January 4th, 2013
New Lexus Halo Car to Replace the LFA?
A recent report from Hans Greimel of the Automotive News explores the future plans of Lexus — let’s start with the possibility of a new Lexus halo car.
Kevin · January 2nd, 2013
Milestone: 500,000 Lexus Hybrids Sold Worldwide
Just over 500,000 Lexus hybrids have been sold worldwide since the introduction of the RX 400h in 2005.
Kevin · December 21st, 2012
Lexus Celebrates Charity Goal with Snow Day
To celebrate reaching their $100,000 charity goal for the Boys & Girls Club of America, Lexus USA invited some children to their headquarters for a California snow day.
Kevin · December 18th, 2012
Lexus Fined by NHTSA for Delayed 2010 RX Recall
Lexus will pay a fine of $17.4 million to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for its delay in issuing a safety recall on the 2010 RX.
Kevin · December 18th, 2012
Lexus to Replace Interior Trunk Releases in 2007-2013 ES, 2006-2012 IS & 2013 GS
According to Consumer Reports, Lexus is expected to announce a customer service campaign to fix the emergency trunk release in the 2007-2013 Lexus ES, 2006-2012 Lexus IS, and 2013 Lexus GS.
Kevin · December 12th, 2012
Lexus Check In for Charity Using Facebook & Foursquare
To raise money for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America this holiday season, Lexus USA is donating $10 every time you check in using Facebook places or Foursquare.
Kevin · December 10th, 2012
Lexus Announces Short Film Series for 2013
In collaboration with The Weinstein Company, Lexus will release five short films in 2013, collected under the title “Life is Amazing."
Kevin · November 29th, 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
Introducing the Lexus Design Award
Lexus has launched a new global competition to support and encourage the next-generation of design talent in all fields, from architecture to product design to fashion.
Kevin · November 12th, 2012
Toyota Considering Aston Martin Purchase?
It’s only remotely related to Lexus, but rumors suggest the current owners of Aston Martin are looking to sell their 64% ownership and Toyota may be interested.
Kevin · November 12th, 2012
Lexus Trademarks RC 350 for Upcoming Coupe
Lexus has trademarked RC 350 in Australia, which could hint at the very first details of the production coupe based on the LF-CC concept.
Kevin · November 6th, 2012
No Lexus Compact Crossover Until 2017?
According to Lexus Australia CEO Tony Cramb, a sub-RX compact crossover could be five years away.
Kevin · October 29th, 2012
Wall Street Journal Takes a Ride in Google’s Self-Driving Lexus RX 450h
The Wall Street Journal has taken a ride in the autonomous Lexus RX 450h in Google’s self-driving fleet, and does a good job of explaining how the technology works.
Kevin · October 16th, 2012
Consumer Reports Finds Issue with Emergency Trunk Release on 2013 Lexus ES & GS
In its testing of 2013 Lexus ES & GS, Consumer Reports has discovered that the emergency interior trunk escape lever can break when used improperly.
Kevin · October 12th, 2012
A Close Shave with the Lexus LF-LC
Webcomic Stuck in Reverse has found another use for the Lexus LF-LC concept.
Kevin · October 1st, 2012
Lexus LF-CC Live Coverage
Let's take an Internet tour of Lexus LF-CC live coverage from the Paris Motor Show.
Kevin · September 27th, 2012
Lexus Reduces Manufacturing Output After China Protests
Due to ongoing tensions between China & Japan, Lexus will be reducing daily production at their Kyushu plant in Japan.
Kevin · September 25th, 2012
Insights from a Lexus Insider: Andrew Kirby Discusses Lexus Ideas Engine Results
The following is a message from Andrew Kirby, general manager of Lexus global product & marketing planning in Japan, who will be taking over for Karl Schlicht in addressing Lexus Enthusiast readers directly from time to time.
Kevin · September 4th, 2012
Lexus ES to be Built in North America?
The possibility of Lexus ES production moving to North America continues to build momentum.
Kevin · August 9th, 2012
Next-Generation Lexus IS to Debut at Detroit Auto Show?
Hidden at the end of the previously featured GoAuto interview with Lexus Australia marketing manager Peter Evans was this ballpark timeline for the next-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · August 2nd, 2012
BMW & Toyota Extend Strategic Partnership
Earlier today, Toyota & BMW signed on to an extended technical partnership that builds on their initial agreement from last year.
Kevin · June 29th, 2012
Lexus Display at the Toronto Motorexpo
There’s one more day left to attend the Toronto Motorexpo, a giant (and free) motoring event where Lexus Canada has set up a display that includes the 2013 GS & RX.
Kevin · June 28th, 2012
Lexus Ideas Engine Extended: A Message from Andrew Kirby
Lexus has extended the Lexus Ideas Engine Event for a further thirty days.
Kevin · June 7th, 2012
Is the Lexus LFA More Durable Than a Ferrari?
Top Gear Philippines has a funny little story from Lexus executive Paul Williamsen, who recently ran into a group of Ferrari owners curious about the Lexus LFA’s durability.
Kevin · May 27th, 2012
Lexus Ideas Engine Closes Next Week
Just a quick reminder — there’s only one more week to submit your suggestions to the Lexus Ideas Engine project.
Kevin · May 25th, 2012
Tony Hawk Jumps Over Lexus LFA in Skateboard Stunt
Now for some celebrity news — longtime Lexus owner Tony Hawk was loaned a yellow LFA for his birthday this weekend, and decided to include it in a little skateboard demonstration.
Kevin · May 14th, 2012
Growing the Distance Between Lexus & Toyota
Lexus does not want to be "an upgraded version of Toyota".
Kevin · May 7th, 2012
Swarm of Bees Get Attached to Woman’s Lexus RX
Here’s a funny story — a woman is driving around Portland with swarm of honeybees attached to the back of her Lexus RX.
Kevin · April 26th, 2012
Motor Trend Interviews Former Lexus Global General Manager Karl Schlicht
While there may not be much new information in this Motor Trend interview with former Lexus Global general manager Karl Schlicht, there is some new insight into the development of the fourth-generation GS.
Kevin · April 17th, 2012
Insights from a Lexus Insider: Karl Schlicht Goes to Europe
Karl Schlicht, the former general manager of global Lexus product & marketing planning, discusses his move to Toyota Europe.
Kevin · April 10th, 2012
Interview with the Head of Lexus, Kiyotaka Ise
Lexus Magazine is running an interview with the Head of Lexus worldwide, Kiyotaka Ise, who hints at some of the changes we can expect to see in the near future
Kevin · March 14th, 2012
Insights From a Lexus Insider: Karl Schlicht Announces Lexus Idea Engine
Lexus is creating a new section on their global site called the Lexus Idea Engine, which will allow for input directly from enthusiasts.
Kevin · March 12th, 2012
Toyota Challenges CNN Report on Sudden Unintended Acceleration
A sensationalist news story from CNN about sudden unintended acceleration in a Lexus pre-production test vehicle has been condemned by the automaker, who have called the report “grossly inaccurate” and a “worn-out fabrication.”
Kevin · March 5th, 2012
Lexus Targets 500,000 Worldwide Sales in 2012
Lexus aims to boost worldwide sales by about a quarter to 500,000-510,000 vehicles this year.
Kevin · February 15th, 2012
Lexus GS Races Around Supermodel-Shaped Race Track
After a test run last year, Lexus has become the official automotive partner for the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue, and to mark the occasion, Lexus made a racetrack in the shape of swimsuit model Tori Praver’s curves and had race car driver Scott Pruett and stunt driver Greg Tracy compete for her affections.
Kevin · February 14th, 2012
Fortune Magazine Profile of Akio Toyoda
Fortune has a nice profile on Akio Toyoda and his effect on Toyota’s culture, including his involvement in redefining Lexus as a luxury performance brand.
Kevin · February 9th, 2012
A Message from Karl Schlicht, General Manager of Global Lexus Product & Marketing Planning
The following is a message from Karl Schlicht, the General Manager of Global Lexus Product & Marketing Planning, who asked me at the Detroit Auto Show if he could address my readers directly from time to time.
Kevin · January 17th, 2012
Lexus Magazine Article: 2011 Year in Review
For my latest Lexus Magazine article, I picked my five most important Lexus news stories of 2011, with a bonus mention of the Lexus concept set to debut in Detroit.
Kevin · December 29th, 2011
Lexus CT 200h & RX 350/450h Named Top Safety Picks
The 2012 Lexus CT 200h and RX 350/450h have earned Top Safety Pick awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
Kevin · December 16th, 2011
Lexus LFA #069 for Sale on eBay
There’s a new Lexus LFA for sale on eBay — this time, it’s Lexus of Massapequa offering the #069 LFA in Metallic Silver for the buy-it-now price of $386,400 USD.
Kevin · December 14th, 2011
Lexus Social Media Fundraiser
Lexus announced a social media fundraiser today using their Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Kevin · December 5th, 2011
Interview with Lexus GS Designer Katsuhiko Inatomi
As luck would have it, right after my post examining the next-generation Lexus GS exterior design, I stumbled across a very informative interview with Katsuhiko Inatomi, the designer responsible for the spindle grille that forms the new “face” of Lexus.
Kevin · November 27th, 2011
Lexus Norway Drops Diesel
With hybrids making up 90% of all Lexus sales in Norway, the local Lexus office has made the decision to discontinue the sale of diesels, effective immediately.
Kevin · November 15th, 2011
Lexus USA GM Mark Templin Talks Small Cars
David Shepardson of The Detroit News recently attended a reporter’s lunch meeting with Lexus USA General Manager Mark Templin in Washington, and came away with plenty of insight into where Lexus is heading.
Kevin · November 10th, 2011
Lexus Announces Voluntary Safety Recall on 2004-2005 ES 330, 2004-2005 RX 330 & 2006 RX 400h
Lexus has announced a voluntary safety recall on the 2004-2005 ES 330, 2004-2005 RX 330, and the 2006 RX 400h to replace the crankshaft pulley.
Kevin · November 9th, 2011
More Details on the Lexus/Aston Martin Racing Weekend
The story of how Toyota President Akio Toyoda & Aston Martin CEO Ulrich Bez raced together at Nürburgring.
Kevin · October 18th, 2011
Lexus Mechanic Saves Hawk From GX Grille After Highway Collision
Usually when car & birds meet on the highway, the results aren’t pretty, but that wasn’t the case in Grapevine, Texas, where Park Place Lexus mechanic Matt Whitehead was able to save a red-tailed hawk that had been struck by a GX 460.
Kevin · October 18th, 2011