2013 Lexus LS Arriving at U.S. Dealerships
Weeks ahead of its expected November debut, the 2013 Lexus LS has started arriving at dealerships in the USA.
Kevin · October 21st, 2012
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Autoguide Reviews the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT
Autoguide has released a video review of the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT, and it’s a very nice overview of the SUV’s new performance package.
Kevin · October 17th, 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
Short Video of the Lexus LFA AD-X Prototype
Is the Lexus LFA AD-X prototype going for a new Nürburgring record?
Kevin · October 14th, 2012
Winding Road Reviews the 2013 Lexus LS 460L AWD
inding Road has reviewed the 2013 Lexus LS 460L, and praise the interior for its quietness and craftsmanship, calling it “decidedly warmer and more personable than the competition.”
Kevin · October 11th, 2012
Developing the Lexus LS F SPORT
Lexus Magazine has talked to driving meister Shuichi Ozaki about developing the new LS F SPORT and all the challenges that went along with it.
Kevin · October 10th, 2012
Lexus CT 200h Places Second in Rallye Vert de Montréal Race
A Lexus CT 200h driven by Sebastien Kroetsch has placed second in Rallye Vert de Montréal, the only Canadian stop on the global FIA Alternative Energies Cup circuit. A Toyota Prius Plugin finished first.
Kevin · October 7th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Named IIHS Top Safety Pick
The 2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h have earned the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK award, with good performance in moderate overlap frontal, side, rollover and rear impact evaluations.
Kevin · October 3rd, 2012
Interview with Lexus Design General Manager Yo Hiruta
Lexus UK has published a brief interview with general manager of Lexus Design, Yo Hiruta, about the LF-CC concept and the evolution of L-Finesse design.
Kevin · October 2nd, 2012
Lexus Launches Ignition Project
In coordination with their 2013 ES marketing push, Lexus USA has launched the Ignition Project, a program that will fund four start-up technology projects based on Facebook user votes.
Kevin · September 26th, 2012
Motor Trend Reviews the 2012 Lexus IS F
The Ignition web video series from Motor Trend has just featured the 2012 Lexus IS F, and presenter Carlos Lago does an excellent job explaining just what makes the very first Lexus F model special.
Kevin · September 20th, 2012
Place Your Vote: What Type of Concept will Lexus Reveal Next Week?
Don't forget to place your vote in the *Lexus Enthusiast* poll, and check back to see the results on Monday.
Kevin · September 16th, 2012
Road & Track Drives the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F SPORT
Road & Track’s Calvin Kim travelled to Europe to test the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F SPORT, and found it to be “the future of higher-end hybrids; less pure economy and more sizzle”.
Kevin · September 14th, 2012
Edmunds Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Edmunds have published their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, praising the “luxurious and high-tech interior” and complimenting the “a refined and serene driving experience”.
Kevin · September 13th, 2012
Automobile Magazine Editors Review the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT
Automobile Magazine had some of its editors all give a brief review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT, and it makes for a varied and informative read with plenty of opinion.
Kevin · September 13th, 2012
Drive Time Reviews the 2013 Lexus LX 570
Drive Time with Steve Hammes has published a video review of the 2013 Lexus LX 570, and it’s a thorough and informative overview of the newly updated SUV.
Kevin · September 11th, 2012
Lexus IS-R Race Car in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic Lexus distributor Delta Comercial has built the Lexus IS-R, an IS-based race car that’s doing very well in this year’s Dominican Touring Series.
Kevin · September 11th, 2012
Interview with Lexus IS F Chief Engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi
A crew from Club Lexus attended the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb earlier this month, and had a chance to chat with IS F Chief Engineer, Yukihiko Yaguchi, about the future of the Lexus F brand.
Kevin · August 29th, 2012
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
The Autoweek editors have driven the 2013 Lexus GS, and found it very easy to live with, praising the interior across the board.
Kevin · August 29th, 2012
Details on the 2013 Lexus IS F Suspension Changes
For the third year in a row, Lexus has revised the IS F suspension with the 2013 model, focusing on further improvements to turn-in response and dynamics.
Kevin · August 27th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES Now Available on USA & Canada Websites
Both Lexus Canada & Lexus USA have both updated their websites with the 2013 ES 350 & ES 300h.
Kevin · August 23rd, 2012
Autobild Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
For the first time in its history, German magazine Autobild has named a Lexus as the top model in a comparison, with the GS 450h beating out the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h in a hybrid showdown.
Kevin · August 19th, 2012
Lexus Magazine Interview with IS F Chief Engineer
This past weekend, Lexus Magazine had a chance to interview IS F chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi as he watched his latest creation, the IS F CCS-R, participate in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
Kevin · August 14th, 2012
Lexus Canada Announces 2013 ES Pricing
Lexus Canada has announced pricing for the new 2013 ES — the ES 350 will start at $39,500 CAD, $2,650 less than the outgoing model, and the ES 300h will start at $43,900.
Kevin · August 13th, 2012
2013 Lexus GS Now Available in Forza 4 Videogame
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT has been added to XBox videogame Forza 4 as part of the August Playseat Car Pack.
Kevin · August 9th, 2012
Ken Gushi & Lexus IS F CCS-R Race Pikes Peak This Weekend
After a month-long delay caused by a wildfire in Colorado, Ken Gushi & the Lexus IS F CCS-R are set to race in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this weekend.
Kevin · August 8th, 2012
More Photos of the 2013 Lexus LS 600hL
The Car Fanatics Flickr account has a great photo gallery of the 2013 Lexus LS 600hL that debuted last week in San Francisco.
Kevin · August 6th, 2012
Examining the 2013 Lexus LS Climate Concierge System
Lexus Magazine has a feature on the new Climate Concierge system in the 2013 LS, which uses the climate control, the heated/cooled seats, and even the steering wheel to maintain the correct temperature.
Kevin · August 6th, 2012
Five Minutes with Lexus LF-LC Chief Designer
Road & Track sat down with Lexus LF-LC chief designer Ian Cartabiano and followed along while he creates (and destroys!) a hybrid targa sportscar in five minutes.
Kevin · July 25th, 2012
Black Amethyst Lexus LFA Arrives in USA
The first and only Black Amethyst Lexus LFA has arrived in the USA.
Kevin · July 11th, 2012
Endless Motion: A Profile of Lexus Meister Shuichi Ozaki
Lexus Magazine has a profile on Shuichi Ozaki, who fine-tunes the driving experience of Lexus models using his 50 years of experience as…a surfer?
Kevin · July 10th, 2012
Taking the Lexus Takumi Origami Challenge
Mark Rechtin of Automotive News tries the Lexus origami challenge, a test given to Lexus manufacturing workers to gauge dexterity.
Kevin · July 10th, 2012
TTAC Tours Lexus LFA Works Factory
Bertel Schmitt from TTAC was given unprecedented access to the Lexus LFA Works factory in Japan, and will be running a five-part series this week documenting the production of the Lexus supercar.
Kevin · July 9th, 2012
Pikes Peak Hill Climb Rescheduled for August 12
Ken Gushi and the IS F CCS-R have been confirmed for the new date.
Kevin · July 5th, 2012
Road & Track Drives the 2013 Lexus ES
Calvin Kim of Road & Track has shared his impressions of the 2013 Lexus ES, and it’s very positive.
Kevin · July 5th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES Configurator Now Online
While pricing has yet to be released, it’s now possible to virtually configure the 2013 ES 350 & ES 300h on the Lexus USA website.
Kevin · July 3rd, 2012
Canibeat Features Super-Modified 1993 Lexus SC 300
*Canibeat* has a nice photo feature on Andrey Sokolov & his 1993 Lexus SC 300, which has been completely done up with an air suspension, SSR SP3 wheels, and a pile of other impressive mods.
Kevin · July 2nd, 2012
Pikes Peak Hill Climb Postponed Due to Colorado Wildfire
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, originally scheduled for next weekend, has been postponed until late summer due to wildfires in the Colorado Springs area.
Kevin · July 2nd, 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
CarAdvice Reviews the Lexus RX 270
While on the topic of the Lexus RX 270′s launch in Australia, Car Advice has a review of the 2.7L four-cylinder edition of the crossover.
Kevin · June 28th, 2012
Drive Compares the Lexus GS 250, Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i & Mercedes E200
Drive has compared the Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i, Mercedes-Benz E200 & Lexus GS 250, and named the GS the top choice for its balance of comfort and performance.
Kevin · June 27th, 2012
Into the Wild: Photos of the 2013 Lexus RX F SPORT
While in Oregon to test-drive the 2013 Lexus ES, I had a chance to take the new RX 350 F SPORT out for a quick run.
Kevin · June 25th, 2012
2013 Lexus GX 460 Announced
The Lexus GX 460 will remain unchanged for the 2013 model year.
Kevin · June 25th, 2012
Lexus LFA Almost Sold Out
Two years since its launch, the Lexus LFA is in the final months of its 500-unit production run, and remaining inventory "is down to single digits", according to Tim Morrison, Lexus USA vice president of sales.
Kevin · June 20th, 2012
Twitter Q&A Tomorrow with Lexus IS F CCS-R Driver Ken Gushi
Just a quick note — Lexus IS F CCS-R driver Ken Gushi will be on Twitter tomorrow at 2pm ET/11am PT to answer questions about his upcoming race at Pikes Peak.
Kevin · June 18th, 2012
Lexus GS 350 Summer Road Test Update: Six Weeks
I'm now six weeks into my summer-long road test of the 2013 Lexus GS 350, and with this increased familiarity, I've put together a list of ten things that have stood out so far.
Kevin · June 15th, 2012
Interview with Lexus IS F CCS-R Driver Ken Gushi
In my latest article for Lexus Magazine, I interviewed pro-drifter Ken Gushi, who will be piloting the Lexus IS F CCS-R in the Pikes Peak Hill Climb in July.
Kevin · June 15th, 2012
The Story of Joe Bacal’s Lexus LX & The Baja 500
Two weeks back, Joe Bacal and his Lexus LX race truck competed in the Baja 500, and along for the ride was Truck Trend’s Allyson Harwood.
Kevin · June 13th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES Canadian Option Packages
Lexus Canada has released details on the option packages that will be offered with the new 2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h.
Kevin · June 12th, 2012
Lexus Named Top Brand in ALG Perceived Quality Study
For the second year in a row, Lexus has topped the ALG Perceived Quality Study, a semiannual consumer survey of perceived automobile brand quality.
Kevin · June 12th, 2012
Lexus & Eddy Merckx Working on Prototype Bicycle
Engineers from Lexus and Eddy Merckx Cycles are working together on a prototype time trial bicycle called the ETT.
Kevin · June 11th, 2012
Lexus GS Development Travel Stories
While on the topic of the Lexus GS development, I wanted to link to this collection of travel stories from GS Chief Engineer Yoshihiko Kanamori
Kevin · June 8th, 2012
Lexus LFA & GS F Sport on SpeedTV’s Shut Up & Drive Tonight
While the whole thing is sure to appear online, I did want to mention that SpeedTV’s Shut Up & Drive will be featuring both the Lexus GS 350 F Sport and the LFA on tonight’s episode (10:30pm ET/7:30pm PT).
Kevin · June 2nd, 2012
Inside Line Drives the 2013 Lexus ES
Inside Line’s Erin Riches has posted her first drive impressions of the 2013 Lexus ES, and finds it improved over the previous generation.
Kevin · May 31st, 2012
Lexus LS Tops the Total Car Score Awards
The Lexus LS was named the top overall car in the first annual Total Car Score awards, which calculates points using a combination of scores from all the top automotive review and rating sites.
Kevin · May 29th, 2012
Lexus Magazine Interviews 2013 ES Chief Engineer Toshio Asahi
This Lexus Magazine interview with Toshio Asahi, chief engineer of the sixth-generation ES, is full of insight into the redesign of Lexus’ top-selling sedan.
Kevin · May 28th, 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
2013 Lexus GS 450h Now Arriving in North American Dealerships
At long last, the 2013 Lexus GS 450h is now starting to arrive in dealerships across North America, with a starting price of $58,950 in the USA and $64,650 in Canada.
Kevin · May 24th, 2012
Lexus LS Undergoes Brutal Convertible Transformation
Normally, I wouldn’t even link to this video of a second-gen Lexus LS having its roof chopped off during some idiotic demonstration at Stance Wars in Belgium, but I’ve been receiving email about it all day.
Kevin · May 24th, 2012
Details on the Next-Generation Lexus ES Manufacturing
*Lexus Magazine* has some behind-the-scenes details on how the next-generation ES will be manufactured.
Kevin · May 23rd, 2012
How a Lexus LFA Gets Delivered
Speaking of Lexus LFAs being delivered, there’s an interesting feature over on the Toyota Driver’Seat blog about the detailed steps necessary to prepare an LFA for its owner.
Kevin · May 22nd, 2012
Akio Toyoda Names His Favorite Non-Toyota Cars
Although its link to Lexus is tenuous at best, I still have to mention this Automotive News article about Toyota president Akio Toyoda’s favorite cars made by his domestic rivals.
Kevin · May 22nd, 2012
Akio Toyoda’s Matte Black Lexus LFA
Bertel Schmitt of The Truth About Cars happened upon a very special Lexus in Toyota’s Tokyo headquarters — sitting in the lobby was a matte black LFA belonging to none other than Toyota President Akio Toyoda.
Kevin · May 18th, 2012
Lexus GS 450h Featured on Speed TV’s My Ride Rules
Quick TV note — Club Lexus moderator & GS 450h owner 1SICKLEX will be appearing on My Ride Rules on SpeedTV tomorrow, May 15th.
Kevin · May 14th, 2012
New York Times Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport
Lawrence Ulrich of The New York Times has reviewed the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport, and calls it “the most entertaining midrange Lexus sedan in memory”.
Kevin · May 13th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Nominated for Concorso d’Eleganza Design Award
The Lexus LF-LC has been selected to participate in the 2012 Concorso d’Eleganza, a prestigious automotive event held in Italy from May 26-27.
Kevin · May 11th, 2012
Toyota Announces 2012 Financial Results
Toyota had its 2012 financial results news conference yesterday, and despite the Japanese tsunami, the company still turned a $5.4 billion USD profit.
Kevin · May 10th, 2012
TTAC Comparison: Lexus GS 350 AWD vs. BMW 528i xDrive
Right after my complaint about the constant Audi A6/Lexus GS comparisons, The Truth About Cars has something different — the BMW 528i xDrive vs. the Lexus GS 350 F Sport AWD.
Kevin · May 8th, 2012