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Lexus LFA vs. Go-Kart

How’s this for a setup? German TV show GRiP recently featured a Lexus LFA going up against a twelve-year-old girl racer in a go-kart. Definitely worth watching even if you don’t speak a word of German.

Kevin · September 9th, 2011

Official: Lexus Releases Video of 7:14.64 LFA Nürburgring Lap

We knew it was coming — here is the official video (with telemetry) of Akira Iida’s 7:14.64 lap around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition.

Kevin · September 7th, 2011

Top Gear USA Features the Lexus LFA

The Lexus LFA made an appearance on this week’s episode of Top Gear USA in a “videogames vs. real-life” race at Infineon Raceway.

Kevin · September 6th, 2011

Autoweek.nl Reviews the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition

This Autoweek.nl video drive-along review of the Lexus LFA Nürburgring edition is excellent work.

Kevin · September 5th, 2011

Lexus Engineering Amazing Commercial: Light

For the latest commercial in their *Engineering Amazing* campaign, Lexus brings some much deserved attention to their super-advanced crash-test dummies

Kevin · September 2nd, 2011

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition Laps Nordschleife in 7:14

Some significant news broke today on Twitter — according to EVO writer Chris Harris & Lexus Europe, Lexus driver Akira Iida posted a 7:14 lap time of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in a LFA Nürburgring Edition.

Kevin · September 2nd, 2011

2013 Lexus GS 350 Videos

Along with a huge photo gallery, Lexus has released a number of 2013 Lexus GS 350 videos — here are the ones I’ve come across so far, starting with the clip that shown right before the GS was revealed last week.

Kevin · August 22nd, 2011

2013 Lexus GS 350 Video Presentation with Akio Toyoda and Mark Templin

It was a crazy day today at the Lexus GS event in Pebble Beach, and what better way to continue my coverage than by featuring the introduction video with Lexus USA General Manager Mark Templin and, surprise of surprises, Toyota President Akio Toyoda.

Kevin · August 19th, 2011

EVO Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Ferrari 599 GTO [w/ Video]

EVO Magazine has brought together Lexus UK’s Pearl Blue LFA and a Ferrari 599 GTO for a matchup in their latest issue — and while it may not hit newstands until next Wednesday, here’s a fun little video showing the two cars battling for top speed bragging rights.

Kevin · August 15th, 2011

Video Tour of Five Axis Design Studio

While not expressly about Lexus, this SpoCom video tour of the Five Axis design studio in Huntington Beach, California is a great behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s preeminent Lexus tuners.

Kevin · August 15th, 2011

#003 Lexus LFA Takes on Road Atlanta

Sharif Abdelbaset of *Forged Performance* had a chance of a lifetime when he scored some seat time in the #003 Lexus LFA at the Road Atlanta track.

Kevin · August 11th, 2011

Vintage Top Gear Review of the 1993 Lexus GS 300

This 1993 Top Gear review of the first-generation Lexus GS 300 is a great illustration at just how far both the show and the car have come.

Kevin · August 11th, 2011

Revisiting the 1998 Lexus GS 400 “Something Wicked This Way Comes” Marketing Campaign

No better time than a Friday afternoon to look back at one of Lexus' most successful marketing campaigns ever -- the still impressive Something Wicked This Way Comes commercials for the 1998 GS 400.

Kevin · August 5th, 2011

Motor Trend Video Preview of the 2013 Lexus GS 350

Motor Trend Editor-in-chief Angus MacKenzie has turned in an excellent video preview of the 2013 Lexus GS that's well worth watching.

Kevin · August 2nd, 2011

2013 Lexus GS Reveal to be Streamed Live on Facebook

Lexus has posted a new video of the camouflaged 2013 Lexus GS on Youtube along with an announcement that the full reveal of the fourth generation sports sedan will be broadcast on Facebook.

Kevin · August 1st, 2011

Fabio Drives the Lexus LFA in Crazy Yamaha Racing Video

Yamaha is celebrating their 50th Anniversary of MotoGP Racing, and mark the occasion, they brought together racers from throughout their history in a hilarious video that also features Fabio (yes, Fabio) driving a Lexus LFA in what must be one of the zaniest cameos I've seen in a while.

Kevin · July 29th, 2011

Autoblog Previews the 2013 Lexus GS 350

Autoblog have also turned in a preview of the pre-production 2013 Lexus GS prototypes, and part of their feature is this video comparing the current GS' handling with the new model.

Kevin · July 28th, 2011

2013 Lexus GS 450h Video

Here's a (silent) Lexus Europe video of the next-generation GS 450h.

Kevin · July 26th, 2011

Road & Track Early Preview of the 2012 Lexus GS 350

I'll get to Road & Track's actual 2012 Lexus GS 350 preview in a second, but first take a look at this short little video showing the next-gen GS in action.

Kevin · July 22nd, 2011

Supercharged Lexus LS 460 Sport Drifting in the Rain

Nothing like Hot Version for some craziness, here's a supercharged Lexus LS 460 Sport drifting in the rain.

Kevin · July 22nd, 2011

Bizarre Motor Trend Review of the Lexus LFA

For whatever reason, Motor Trend has published a half-baked editorial slamming the Lexus LFA, which they've disguised as an impartial review -- just to highlight some reasons you shouldn't even bother reading it, here are just a few of my "favorite" quotes.

Kevin · July 19th, 2011

Auto Express Drives the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition

Autoexpress was one of the publications that took the hill climb in the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition at last weekend's Goodwood Festival of Speed, and now there's both an article and video about the experience.

Kevin · July 6th, 2011

Two Lexus LFAs at England’s Goodwood Festival of Speed

It was a busy weekend for Lexus in Europe -- not only did a LS Hybrid serve as the official wedding car of the Royal Monaco wedding, but the UK's Goodwood Festival of Speed included two LFAs: the #88 Gazoo Racing LFA from last month's Nürburgring 24h race and an example of the super-limited Nürburgring Edition LFA.

Kevin · July 4th, 2011

Super Stylish Lexus LFA Video from LTD Magazine

This LTD Magazine video feature with the Lexus LFA is short and oh-so-sweet.

Kevin · June 30th, 2011

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition Laps Nordschleife in 7:22.85

Right before we jump into coverage of this weekend's Nürburgring 24h race, a new video has surfaced showing Team Manager Akira Iida taking a Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition around the Nordschleife in 7:22.85 (be warned, the video is not of the highest quality).

Kevin · June 24th, 2011

Lexus Creates Special LS 600hL Landaulet for Monaco Royal Wedding

In celebration of H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco's marriage to Ms. Charlene Wittstock on July 2nd, 2011, Lexus has created a very special LS 600hL Landaulet to serve as the official Royal Wedding car.

Kevin · June 24th, 2011

Translogic Reviews the Lexus LFA

This Translogic feature on the Lexus LFA is so well done -- I've been loving the Translogic series ever since their six part visit to Japan -- not only is it always interesting, the production is out of this world. Big up.

Kevin · June 21st, 2011

New Lexus “Engineering Amazing” Commercial

Here's another installment in Lexus' Engineering Amazing commercials, this time returning once more to the company's massive driving simulator in Japan.

Kevin · June 20th, 2011

Lexus Culinary Masters in Action at Pebble Beach

As previously mentioned, Lexus has assembled six of the world's top chefs -- Daniel Boulud, Michael Chiarello, Dean Fearing, Christopher Kostow, Masaharu Morimoto & Michael Symon -- to form the Lexus Culinary Masters chef supergroup.

Kevin · June 19th, 2011

Lexus Commercial: The Perfect Putt

With Lexus as a partner to the USGA and sponsor of this weekend's U.S. Open, it was only a matter of time before we saw a golf-related commercial

Kevin · June 16th, 2011

Iida Akira Shows Off Lexus LFA Drifting Skills

Lexus race car driver Iida Akira put on a show for spectators at a recent Video Option event in Japan.

Kevin · June 16th, 2011

Lexus Enters Fifth Year as Automotive Partner of USGA

Lexus will be celebrating its fifth year as the first (& only) automotive partner of the USGA at this week's U.S. Open Championship. To mark the occasion, a series of golf videos have been published on the Lexus Facebook page.

Kevin · June 15th, 2011

Comparison: Lexus CT 200h vs. Nissan Leaf vs. VW Golf GTD

This Auto Express video showdown between the Lexus CT 200h, Nissan Leaf & VW Golf GTD had all the potential for a very interesting comparison, but ultimately fizzles with its focus on superficial testing criteria rather than examining the differences between the three models.

Kevin · June 15th, 2011

Lexus LFA Nürburgring Lap from VLN5 Race

This Lexus LFA video lap from this weekend's VLN5 race at Nürburgring Nordschleife is beyond awesome.

Kevin · June 14th, 2011

New Lexus “Engineering Amazing” Marketing Campaign

Lexus USA has pushed out a brand new marketing campaign today - let's get to the videos right away, starting first with the actual commercial and followed by some further background material.

Kevin · June 13th, 2011

Two Short Lexus CT 200h Commercials from Japan

Here's two 15 second CT 200h commercials from Lexus Japan -- these spots do a great job of cutting to the quick by highlighting the CT's handling capabilities, easily one of the hatchback's strongest selling points. Short and sweet.

Kevin · June 13th, 2011

Lexus 360 Safety Commercial Featuring LX 570, GX 460 & RX 350

I enjoyed this clever commercial advertising the many safety features of the Lexus LX 570, GX 460, & RX 350.

Kevin · June 8th, 2011

Lexus SC 430 Commercial: Perfect Day

Music notwithstanding, this Lexus SC 430 commercial sums up exactly what I'd love to be doing this weekend -- driving with the top down.

Kevin · June 3rd, 2011

Clever Lexus CT 200h Commercial from Romania

Here's a Lexus CT 200h commercial from Romania that I would classify as unique.

Kevin · May 27th, 2011

Fifth Gear Reviews the Lexus CT 200h

UK TV show Fifth Gear included a short review of the Lexus CT 200h in their latest episode -- too bad the review is dominated by a thoroughly cranky Tiff Needel.

Kevin · May 23rd, 2011

Lexus Hybrid Commercial

In the spirit of the Lexus Hybrid Art exhibition, here's a beautifully filmed commercial from Lexus Italy.

Kevin · May 22nd, 2011

Best Motoring Laps with the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Race Car

One of the thoughts that ran through my head while watching Best Motoring supercar battle was: How would an Lexus LFA with the Nürburgring package have performed?

Kevin · May 19th, 2011

Best Motoring Comparison: Lexus LFA vs. Nissan GT-R vs. Porsche GT2 RS vs. Ferrari F430 GT3 vs. Corvette ZR1

Japan's Best Motoring series may have been cancelled, but not before putting together a superstar supercar comparison featuring the Lexus LFA, Nissan GT-R, Porsche GT2 RS, Corvette ZR1 & Ferrari F430 GT3 on the Fuji Speedway.

Kevin · May 18th, 2011

Lexus LFA Collides with Porsche in Nürburgring Race

It happens in a flash, but at the 8:15 mark of this video, the #119 Lexus LFA taking part in this weekend's VLN 3 race at Nürburgring has a run-in with a Porsche.

Kevin · May 16th, 2011

Looking Back at the Lexus LF-Xh Concept

Thought it would be interesting to go back and take a look at the Lexus LF-Xh, the concept crossover that led to the current RX -- here's a great video of it (though I recommend turning down the sound, it's a bit blown out).

Kevin · May 16th, 2011

Lexus Video Tribute to LX 570 Racer Joe Bacal

Lexus released a wonderful tribute to off-road racer Joe Bacal, who endured through Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on his way to winning the SCORE Off-Road Championship and the Baja 1000 in the Stock Full class behind the wheel of an Lexus LX 570: A truly amazing story, and an inspiration to us all — you can follow …

Kevin · May 10th, 2011

Helicopter Chase Scene with Lexus IS F

What do you get when you combine “a gorgeous girl, an arrogant rich boyfriend, a helicopter chase, and a Wald Lexus IS-F with custom forged 3-piece wheels and custom exhaust”? This short film by In Sixth Gear: Laughed out loud at the little hand flip there at the end — brilliantly done. (Thanks Franklin!)

Kevin · May 5th, 2011

Two Kids Discussing the Lexus LFA

After seeing the little boy giggling about the Lexus LFA’s exhaust sound in the recently featured Goodwood video, it brought to mind this funny clip of two kids talking about the Lexus supercar at the Toronto Auto Show: Kid 1: “This is awesome, but it’s not turbo.” Kid 2: “This is awesome!” Kid 1: “It’s …

Kevin · May 4th, 2011

Lexus LFA Hot Lap @ Grand Prix of Long Beach

Check out the wild point-of-view in this Lexus LFA lap at the Long Beach Grand Prix: I’m really digging that white lightning bolt wrap — it’s a perfect reminder of the LFA Nürburgring paint jobs. (Thanks Jim!)

Kevin · May 3rd, 2011

First British Lexus LFA Debuts at Goodwood

Lexus UK debuted the #016 LFA this weekend at the Goodwood Breakfast Club — here’s video from the event: Great reaction from the crowd — and what a beautiful color combination. Looking forward to seeing it more & more over the coming months (I’ve been told some track time is next on the list, and …

Kevin · May 3rd, 2011

The Lexus LF-Gh Launch Event, Revisited

Lexus has released a short video from the LF-Gh launch event in NYC, which includes a smart interview with Marketing National Manager Brian Bolain: One thing that’s been emphasized from all Lexus executives is how the LF-Gh is not just a preview of the next-gen GS, but an indicator of where the Lexus design will …

Kevin · May 2nd, 2011

Brian Fox Talks about His Supercharged Lexus CT

Here’s a short Lexus Magazine video featuring Brian Fox (of Fox Marketing) talking about his custom Lexus CT 200h on display at the NY Auto Show: I was there when this video was put together, and at one point, the super-tall Mr. Fox was sitting in the CT with his head sticking out the sunroof …

Kevin · May 2nd, 2011

Matte Black Lexus IS F From Russia

This video of a matte black Lexus IS-F from Russia is a must-watch, if only for the video quality (though I do recommend turning the sound off if you’re watching at work or easily offended): Although I’ve never been a huge fan of the Wald Black Bison kit, the look is toned down considerably by …

Kevin · April 27th, 2011

Old Lexus ES 250 Commercial Starring…The Stig?

Stumbled on this old first-generation Lexus ES 250 commercial, or as announcer James Sloyan describes it, “the luxury sedan of sports sedans”: For all his rumored talents, I never would have expected The Stig to be driving ES 250s for Lexus before appearing on Top Gear.

Kevin · April 27th, 2011

Lexus CT 3D Projection Video (Plus a Chance to Win a CT 200h!)

Last Friday, Lexus staged a 3D projection display on the side of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel — here’s how it looked (in full HD): Jimmy Kimmel Live! was also on location, and the 3D CT made an appearance on the show. Update: The JKL video has been removed. These 3D projections are so amazing, and …

Kevin · April 26th, 2011

Lexus LF-Gh Official Reveal Video

While we may have seen photos of the Lexus LF-Gh last week, the concept car was officially revealed tonight at a gallery in New York City — here’s a video of the event along with reaction from some leading design minds: I was lucky enough to attend the reveal, and there’s no question that the …

Kevin · April 19th, 2011

Lexus LFA Driver Development Program Video

Have to admit, it feels a little surreal linking to this Lexus-produced video of me attending the LFA Driver Development program — feels like I’ve broken the fourth wall: What a day this was — the first comment on the Youtube video page pretty much sums up how I feel. Have to thank everyone that …

Kevin · April 14th, 2011

A Lexus LFA Joy Ride with Inside Line

I was trying to wait until Inside Line concluded their Lexus LFA coverage this week before posting about their adventures, but there’s just been so many it’s been hard to keep track! The first thing I’ll link to is this video of their run up the Glendora Mountain Road in California — what a fantastic …

Kevin · April 14th, 2011

Lexus CT 200h Commercial from Australia

Continuing with their massive CT 200h marketing push, Lexus Australia has released a new daredevil commercial: One thing that really stood out about this commercial was something in the dialogue — “the two-mode, two-mood hybrid”. It’s certainly not the first time we’ve seen the CT being marketed as having a split personality with its Eco …

Kevin · April 4th, 2011

Lexus IS F Racing the Fuji Speedway

The Fuji Speedway is a an central part of Lexus‘ new sporting history, with the F-Sport performance brand named after Japan’s most famous racetrack — here’s a nicely done IS F video that shows every twist and turn of the course: Love the slide around the :55 mark — must have watched it five times …

Kevin · March 31st, 2011

Lexus LFA, Ferrari F430, Nissan GT-R & Porsche 911 Racing the Fuji Speedway

From the looks of this video, we can expect a Lexus LFA appearance on a future episode of Japan’s Best Motoring, where it will be competing against the Nissan GT-R, Porsche 911 GT3 & a Ferrari F430 on the Fuji Speedway — the very course that the LFA was named for. Watch the Video

Kevin · March 31st, 2011

A Look Underneath the Lexus LFA

For all the photos & video of the Lexus LFA, getting a glance at the underbody has been a rare event — that is, until McCall Lexus in Texas decided to raise up their first LFA delivery for a good look. Just like the rest of the exterior design, there’s a clear emphasis on aerodynamics …

Kevin · March 29th, 2011

Preview of the Lexus CT 200h Celebrity Challenge in Australia

This weekend is the Lexus CT 200h Celebrity Challenge in Australia, and the Sydney Morning Herald has put together a pretty funny sneak peek of what to expect from the celebrity race. (If one of the drivers gets his way, it will be a real-world version of bumper cars.) Watch the video @ SMH

Kevin · March 24th, 2011

Lexus CT 200h Lightshows from France & Singapore

Similar to the introduction of the CT 200h in Dubai, Lexus France also did an exceptional 3D display projection on the side of the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye: How brilliant that Lexus has managed to “sync” its regional launch events with a global theme. Here’s two more videos of a lightshow from Lexus Singapore — first …

Kevin · March 20th, 2011

Racing with Joe Bacal & his Lexus LX 570

Joe Bacal and his Lexus LX 570 took part in the San Felipe 250 off-road race last weekend, and while the team was unable to place in the final results, they did post some rumbling in-car video from the start of the race — I’m amazed just how close the spectators are to the track. …

Kevin · March 20th, 2011

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