Lexus USA Planning 12-City Ride & Drive Tour for 2014 IS

In an interview with Media Post, Lexus USA’s national marketing manager Brian Bolain shares some details on what the brand has planned for the 2014 IS launch.

Kevin · March 29th, 2013

Official Photos: 2014 Lexus IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT

Over fifty images of the IS 350 & IS 350 F SPORT all in one place.

Kevin · March 27th, 2013

Lexus Files Trademark for GS F High Performance Sedan

Big news — Lexus has filed a trademark for GS F with the United States Patent Office.

Kevin · March 26th, 2013

Autoweek Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS

Autoweek has driven the new 2014 Lexus IS, and came away impressed with the new model.

Kevin · March 26th, 2013

Photos: Roy Mallady’s Two Lexus LFAs

The last Lexus LFA to arrive in the USA was delivered to its owner Roy Mallady, the Atlanta businessman who also happens to own the first LFA ever sold in America.

Kevin · March 18th, 2013

Lexus Places First in 2013 J.D. Power Customer Service Index Study

For the fifth year in a row, Lexus has been named the top brand in J.D. Power’s 2013 U.S. Customer Service Index (CSI) study.

Kevin · March 14th, 2013

Potential Colors for the New Lexus IS

Curious about the possible colors for the new Lexus IS?

Kevin · March 8th, 2013

World’s Only Matte Black Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition

The world’s only Lexus LFA Nürburgring edition in Matte Black has been delivered to its new owner on the U.S. East Coast.

Kevin · March 4th, 2013

Lexus February 2013 Sales Report

Lexus USA has reported 17,339 total sales for February 2013, a 8.3% improvement over last year.

Kevin · March 1st, 2013

New Lexus GS Commercial: Synchronized

Lexus USA has released a new commercial for the GS.

Kevin · February 28th, 2013

Lexus Places First in Consumer Reports 2013 Annual Report Card

Lexus has been named the top automotive brand in the Consumer Reports 2013 Annual Report Card.

Kevin · February 26th, 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

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 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 LFA Owner Profiled in Autoweek

*Autoweek* has a profile on Roy Mallady, the owner of Lexus LFA #003 & #499.

Kevin · February 11th, 2013

Lexus Named Top Luxury Brand in KBB 2013 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

Lexus was named the top luxury brand and the GS took first place in the Luxury Car category in the KBB 2013 5-Year Cost to Own Awards.

Kevin · February 6th, 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

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

Lexus January 2013 Sales Report

Lexus USA has reported 16,211 total sales for January 2013, a 26.8% improvement over last year.

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

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 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

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

Lexus Hybrid Drive Explained

Lexus national manager of global training, Paul Williamsen was interviewed by Engineering TV on the technology behind the Lexus Hybrid Drive engines.

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: 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

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

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

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

Live Coverage from the 2013 Detroit Auto Show

The Detroit Auto Show starts today, and I’m here at the Cobo Center to bring you live Lexus coverage from the show floor today and tomorrow.

Kevin · January 14th, 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

Road & Track Photo Gallery: 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT

A select group of magazines had the opportunity for an advance photoshoot with new 2014 Lexus IS, and the gallery at Road & Track is my favorite of the bunch.

Kevin · January 10th, 2013

Details on the Lexus Autonomous Driving Research Vehicle

At a press conference today in Las Vegas, Lexus general manager Mark Templin officially announced the Advanced Active Safety Research Vehicle (AASRV) packed with advanced automated technologies meant to assist the driver.

Kevin · January 7th, 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

Lexus December 2012 Sales Report, Plus Year-End Totals

Lexus USA has reported 30,607 total sales for December 2012, a 25.4% improvement over last year.

Kevin · January 3rd, 2013

Lexus RX 350 Named to Consumer Reports Best Value List

The Lexus RX 350 was named “Best value for a large/luxury SUV” by Consumer Reports in their annual Best & Worst Resale Value list.

Kevin · January 2nd, 2013

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition Available for Xbox 360 Forza Horizon

If you’re a fan of Forza Horizon for the Xbox 360, you can now download the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition as part of this month’s Recaro Car Pack.

Kevin · January 1st, 2013

New Details on 2014 Lexus IS 300h Engine

On December 25th in Japan, the all-new Toyota Crown was introduced with the 2.5L hybrid engine that’s expected to power the 2014 Lexus IS 300h.

Kevin · December 31st, 2012

Photo: Next-Generation Lexus IS All Covered Up

Lexus Magazine has posted a new photo of the next-generation Lexus IS, all covered up and ready to make its trip cross-country to Detroit.

Kevin · December 28th, 2012

Next-Generation Lexus IS Teased in New Video

Lexus has released a new teaser video of the next-generation Lexus IS.

Kevin · December 20th, 2012

Lexus to Debut Autonomous Research Vehicle at Consumer Electronics Show

Lexus will be debuting an “advanced active safety research vehicle” at a press conference the day before the opening of the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Kevin · December 20th, 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 LFA Body Kit by Artisan Spirits

The very first aero package for the Lexus LFA has been released by Artisan Spirits.

Kevin · December 14th, 2012

2013 Lexus CT 200h Price Increase in USA

The 2013 Lexus CT 200h will have a starting price of $32,050 in the USA, representing a $2,930 increase over last year’s base CT 200h.

Kevin · December 13th, 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

Jay Leno Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype

Along with the traditional automotive media, Jay Leno also had an opportunity to drive the next-generation Lexus IS prototype.

Kevin · December 9th, 2012

2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Receive Five Star Safety Rating from NHTSA

The 2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h have been awarded a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Kevin · December 6th, 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 Review of the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype

The next review of the 2014 Lexus IS prototype is from Colum Wood of Autoguide, and it’s an excellent video overview of the camouflaged model.

Kevin · December 4th, 2012

Confimed: Next Generation Lexus IS to Debut at Detroit Auto Show

In a short press release, Lexus has announced that the next-generation IS will be revealed at the Detroit Auto Show in January.

Kevin · December 4th, 2012

Lexus November 2012 Sales Report

Lexus USA has reported total sales of 22,719 for November 2012, a 16.8% improvement over last year.

Kevin · December 3rd, 2012

Chromed 2013 Lexus LS in Florida

The very first chromed 2013 Lexus LS has been spotted at JM Lexus in Florida.

Kevin · December 3rd, 2012

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Road Trip Through the Rocky Mountains

Right before the LFA Nürburgring’s recent race against a jet, Lexus national manager of international training Paul Williamsen had the job of “breaking in” the vehicle in preparation for the competition.

Kevin · December 2nd, 2012

Lexus GS 350 & LS 460 Receive ALG 2013 Residual Value Awards

Both the 2013 Lexus LS 460 & GS 350 have placed first in their respective categories of ALG’s 2013 Residual Value Awards.

Kevin · November 30th, 2012

Lexus Places First in 2012 J.D. Power Sales Satisfaction Index Study

For the second year in a row, Lexus has topped the J.D. Power U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) study, placing first among luxury brands and scoring highest overall.

Kevin · November 28th, 2012

Photo Collection: A Closer Look at the Lexus LF-CC

I finally had an opportunity to go through my photos of the Lexus LF-CC concept from its North American debut earlier this month at SEMA in Las Vegas.

Kevin · November 28th, 2012

Autoblog Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT

Michael Harley at Autoblog has reviewed the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT and compares it favorably to the BMW 535i.

Kevin · November 27th, 2012

Lexus Named Top Luxury Brand in KBB Best Resale Value Awards

For the second year in a row, Lexus has been named the Top Luxury Brand in the KBB 2013 Best Resale Value Awards.

Kevin · November 26th, 2012

Lexus LF-LC Blue Makes North American Debut at San Francisco Auto Show

Only days before being displayed at the LA Auto Show, the LF-LC Blue concept made its North American debut at the San Francisco Auto Show this weekend.

Kevin · November 26th, 2012

Lexus December to Remember 2012 Commercials

At long last, the automotive gift-giving of past December to Remember campaigns has been retired.

Kevin · November 21st, 2012