Lexus Committed to Turbocharged Engines
Turbocharged engines are necessary to compete with BMW, Mercedes, and Audi.
Kevin · January 5th, 2016
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Motor Trend Reviews the Lexus GS F
The team at Motor Trend have given the Lexus GS F a sparkling review.
Kevin · January 4th, 2016
Lexus USA Releases Two Commercials for New 2016 RX
Lexus USA is starting off the year strong with two commercials for the new 2016 RX.
Kevin · January 4th, 2016
New Lexus Vehicle to Debut Next Week at Detroit Auto Show
Lexus has confirmed a new vehicle will debut at the Detroit Auto Show next week with a new announcement on Lexus USA website.
Kevin · January 3rd, 2016
Happy New Year from Lexus Enthusiast!
It's going to be an important year for Lexus enthusiasts, and it starts right away with a major new vehicle debut at the Detroit Auto Show later this month.
Kevin · January 1st, 2016
Sponsored: A’PEXi Holiday Special on Exhausts and Intakes
Lexus Enthusiast sponsor A’PEXi is welcoming the new year with a holiday sale on select intakes and exhaust systems.
Kevin · December 31st, 2015
Happy Holidays from Lexus Enthusiast!
As we enter the festive season, and I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of my readers a safe and happy holidays!
Kevin · December 23rd, 2015
Next Generation Lexus CT Coming in 2017?
Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf is reporting that the next-generation CT will be released as a 2017 model.
Kevin · December 22nd, 2015
Video: Lexus NX on Wheels Made of Ice
Lexus UK has worked with ice sculptors to create frozen wheels for the NX crossover.
Kevin · December 21st, 2015
Lexus NX is the Most Popular Luxury Vehicle Search on Google in 2015
Google has released its annual Year in Search results, and the Lexus NX scored as the top-ranking luxury vehicle search in the USA.
Kevin · December 20th, 2015
Video: Lexus LX Through the Eyes of a Dubai Eagle
As part of their LX launch, Lexus Japan has published a video showing a day in the life of an eagle in Dubai.
Kevin · December 17th, 2015
Lexus F Performance Team Expects to Start Racing in February 2016
The newly announced F Performance team expects to test its new Lexus RC F race car by February, according to a new Racer interview with lead driver Scott Pruett.
Kevin · December 16th, 2015
Lexus Canada GS F Gets Stunning Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
Lexus GS F buyers in Canada have lucked out with a very special Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) interior trim.
Kevin · December 15th, 2015
Lexus Dominates KBB 2016 Best Resale Value Awards
For the fifth year in a row, Lexus has been named the Best Luxury Brand in the Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards.
Kevin · December 15th, 2015
More Information on the Upcoming Lexus LC Coupe
Bloomberg has more information on the upcoming Lexus LC coupe expected to debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
Kevin · December 14th, 2015
Lexus GS F Now Arriving at North American Dealerships
Kaizen Factor is reporting Lexus of Riverside has sold the first GS F in the USA.
Kevin · December 14th, 2015
Podcast Episode 4: Interviews with Lexus Europe’s Alain Uyttenhoven and Lexus UK’s Richard Balshaw
Welcome to the fourth Lexus Enthusiast podcast episode! It’s a two-part interview this month with Lexus Europe's Alain Uyttenhoven and Lexus UK's Richard Balshaw.
Kevin · December 13th, 2015
Lexus Sales in Australia Have Big Jump in 2015
Lexus sales in Australia have grown 29% this year, with the brand on track to sell at least 8,500 vehicles as compared to 7,000 in 2014.
Kevin · December 11th, 2015
Four Lexus Models Awarded Top Safety Pick + from IIHS
The Lexus CT, RC, ES, and NX have been named to the Top Safety Pick + list from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Kevin · December 10th, 2015
Dan Neil Reviews the 2016 Lexus RX
Dan Neil of The Wall Street Journal has driven the 2016 Lexus RX.
Kevin · December 10th, 2015
Lexus CT 200h SPORT Package Launches in Europe
Lexus UK has released photos and details on the new CT 200h SPORT package.
Kevin · December 9th, 2015
New INTERSECT BY LEXUS Location Opens in Dubai
A new INTERSECT BY LEXUS has opened in Dubai, marking the second location for the lifestyle-focused brand space.
Kevin · December 9th, 2015
Wald International to Build Body Kit for New LX
Japanese tuner Wald International have released the first image of their upcoming Sports Line body kit for the new 2016 Lexus LX.
Kevin · December 8th, 2015
Lexus Australia Creates Stunning Pavilion for Melbourne Cup Carnival
Lexus Australia has created an impressive display as part of their sponsorship of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Kevin · December 7th, 2015
Spotted: The Lexus LF-FC Concept in Silver
Here’s a photo of the Lexus LF-FC flagship concept car in silver, as posted by the Car Design News Twitter account.
Kevin · December 7th, 2015
Commercial: Lexus F SPORT Drifting Through Life
There’s a new Lexus USA commercial featuring the freshly updated GS F SPORT, and it’s full of great visuals.
Kevin · December 7th, 2015
Lexus to Debut LC 500 and LC 500h Coupe at Detroit Auto Show?
According to Peter Lyon of Motoring Australia, Lexus will debut the LC coupe in Detroit with two powertrains.
Kevin · December 4th, 2015
Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus RX in Blue Nightfall Mica
Lexus Europe has just released a huge collection of new RX 450h photos as part of their ongoing media launch in Lisbon, Portugal.
Kevin · December 4th, 2015
Orders for New Lexus RX in Japan Exceed Yearly Sales Goal
Lexus Japan have received 9,000 pre-orders for the new RX, exceeding the monthly sales goal of 500 units by 1,800%.
Kevin · December 3rd, 2015
Is Lexus Planning to Develop a Mid-Size Truck?
According to a Motoring Australia interview with Lexus product planning manager Makoto Tanaka, the brand is currently evaluating the addition of a truck to the lineup.
Kevin · December 2nd, 2015
New Lexus RX Awarded Five Star Safety Rating by Euro NCAP
The new fourth-generation Lexus RX has been awarded a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP, making it one of the safest SUVs on the market.
Kevin · December 2nd, 2015
First Images of the TOM’S Racing Lexus GS F Body Kit
Lexus tuner TOM’S Racing have released the first renderings for their upcoming GS F aero kit.
Kevin · December 1st, 2015
Lexus November 2015 Sales Report
It was the best November sales result in the history of Lexus USA, and the second month in a row of record sales.
Kevin · December 1st, 2015
Video: The 2016 Lexus GS Launches in Japan
Lexus Japan has released a new video for the updated 2016 GS and GS F SPORT, and it’s just the right amount of weird.
Kevin · December 1st, 2015
Report: Lexus Three Row Crossover Still in Development
Development of the Lexus seven-seat crossover has not been put on hold, according to RX project manager Makoto Tanaka.
Kevin · November 30th, 2015
Lexus Japan to Offer GS F with Orange Leather Interior
A mind-blowing Molten Pearl orange exterior with a two-tone orange/black leather interior is available to Japanese customers.
Kevin · November 30th, 2015
Fifth Gear Comparison: The Lexus RC F vs. BMW M4
Tiff Needell and race car driver Karun Chandhok compare the Lexus RC F and BMW M4 in this enjoyable three-part video series from Fifth Gear.
Kevin · November 29th, 2015
TRD Japan Releases Body Kit for Updated 2016 Lexus GS F SPORT
Official Lexus tuner TRD Japan have released details on their new body kit for the updated 2016 GS F SPORT.
Kevin · November 27th, 2015
No Plans for Lexus RX F High Performance Crossover
Motoring Australia spoke with Lexus RX product planner Makoto Tanaka about the possibility of a high-performance RX F.
Kevin · November 26th, 2015
Sponsored: Lexus Enthusiast Black Friday Sales!
The sponsors here at Lexus Enthusiast are taking part in Black Friday sales, here’s a list of all the valuable deals that will be offered through the weekend.
Kevin · November 25th, 2015
Modellista Releases Body Kit for Updated 2016 GS
Lexus tuner Modellista has released a new body kit for the updated 2016 GS.
Kevin · November 25th, 2015
Lexus LC F High Performance Coupe Spotted?
Was the camouflaged Lexus spotted at the Nürburgring this weekend actually a prototype of a LC F high performance coupe?
Kevin · November 24th, 2015
Lexus USA Website Updated with GS F Information and Pricing
The 2016 Lexus GS F has been added to the Lexus USA website, and that means full details on the new model and plenty of new images.
Kevin · November 24th, 2015
Lexus LC Coupe Prototype Spotted on the Nürburgring!
A prototype of the upcoming Lexus flagship coupe has been spotted on the Nurburgring during a high-speed performance test.
Kevin · November 23rd, 2015
Commercial: Skydiver Steals New Lexus RX in Australia
Lexus Australia teamed up with skydiver and BASE jumper Jeb Corliss for their new RX commercial.
Kevin · November 22nd, 2015
Gallery: Modified Lexus Vehicles on Display at LA Auto Show
The Lexus display at the LA Auto Show featured multiple modified cars, some we’ve seen and some brand new.
Kevin · November 20th, 2015
Lexus USA Reveals Special Edition CT 200h F SPORT in Atomic Silver
Lexus USA debuted a special edition CT 200h F SPORT at the LA Auto Show this week.
Kevin · November 19th, 2015
Lexus Tuner TOM’S Japan Working on New RX Body Kit
TOM’S Japan is working on a body kit for the new Lexus RX.
Kevin · November 19th, 2015
Lexus USA Launches 2015 December to Remember Sales Event
Lexus USA has launched its annual December to Remember sales event — here are this year’s Red Bow commercials.
Kevin · November 18th, 2015
2016 Lexus RX Named Top Luxury SUV in Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards
The 2016 Lexus RX was named the top luxury SUV in the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy awards, beating out the Acura MDX, Lincoln MKX, and the Volvo XC90.
Kevin · November 18th, 2015
Lexus ES 200t Prototype Spotted in Colorado?
A debadged Lexus ES prototype has been spotted in Colorado by TFL Car, who believe it to be a high-altitude test of the sedan with a 2.0L turbo engine.
Kevin · November 17th, 2015
New Rendering of the Upcoming Lexus LC Flagship Coupe
Japanese magazine Best Car has published a new rendering of the upcoming Lexus LC coupe.
Kevin · November 16th, 2015
KeePer TOM’S Lexus RC F Team Wins Final Race of the 2015 Super GT Season
The KeePer TOM’S RC F racing team of Andrea Caldarelli & Ryo Hirakawa have won the eighth and final round of the 2015 Super GT season.
Kevin · November 16th, 2015
Report: Lexus Fully Committed to Fuel Cell Vehicles
Lexus is fully committed to offering fuel cell vehicles, according to a Motoring Australia interview with the brand’s executive vice-president Mark Templin.
Kevin · November 16th, 2015
The New York Times Visits the Lexus ES 350 Manufacturing Plant in Kentucky
The New York Times has a feature on the new Lexus manufacturing plant in Kentucky.
Kevin · November 13th, 2015
TRD Japan Releases Lexus RC F Circuit Club Sport Parts
Lexus tuner TRD Japan have announced details on their RC F Circuit Club Sport Parts, or the RC F CCS-P. This is a significant performance upgrade for the coupe, with a price to match.
Kevin · November 12th, 2015
New Lexus Supercar Could be Decades Away
Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin has put the brakes on rumors of a next-generation LFA coming any time soon.
Kevin · November 12th, 2015
New Photos of the Updated 2016 Lexus LX 570
Carbon Octane has some beautiful photos of the updated 2016 Lexus LX 570 in Dubai.
Kevin · November 11th, 2015
The Long Wait for the Next-Generation Lexus LS
In an interview with Car Advice, Lexus International vice-president Mark Templin discussed the delay in releasing the next-generation LS flagship sedan.
Kevin · November 11th, 2015
Is Satellite Internet Connectivity Coming to Lexus Vehicles?
Toyota is reportedly working on satellite broadband Internet connectivity for Lexus vehicles, and could be introduced in the near future.
Kevin · November 10th, 2015
Video: Auto Express Reviews the Lexus GS F
Steve Sutcliffe of Auto Express has a surprisingly passionate review of the new Lexus GS F.
Kevin · November 9th, 2015
No Plans to Build Lexus Vehicles in China
Lexus continues to hold off on plans to manufacture vehicles in China, and it may be decades before brand executives change their mind
Kevin · November 9th, 2015
Initial 2016 Lexus LX Orders in Japan Exceed Three Year Sales Goal
The 2016 Lexus LX 570 is already a big hit in Japan — pre-orders for the updated flagship SUV has reached 2,000 units, or 4,000% higher than the sales goal of 50 units a month.
Kevin · November 9th, 2015
2016 Lexus RX Now Arriving at USA Dealerships
The all-new 2016 Lexus RX has started arriving at dealerships across the USA.
Kevin · November 6th, 2015
Lexus RC F Competes in Annual Car & Driver Lightning Lap
The Lexus RC F competed in the annual Car & Driver Lightning Lap, finishing last in its class and mid-pack in the overall rankings.
Kevin · November 5th, 2015
Imagining the Next-Generation Lexus LS Flagship Sedan
Photochopper RM Design has created a rendering of next-generation Lexus LS using the LF-FC concept from the Tokyo Motor Show and elements of the new RX crossover.
Kevin · November 4th, 2015
Lexus USA Announces Recall on Certain 2013-2015 ES 350 and ES 300h Models for Pre-Collision System Issue
Lexus USA has announced a safety recall of certain 2013-2015 model year ES 350 and ES 300h sedans due to an issue with the Pre-Collision System.
Kevin · November 4th, 2015
Lexus Enthusiast: Live at SEMA 2015
The SEMA show opens today in Las Vegas, and Lexus is representing with their new RC F GT3 race car and a number of modified cars, including the new GS F and RC 200t.
Kevin · November 3rd, 2015