Lexus Releases Superbowl Commercial Teaser
Lexus has released a fifteen second teaser of their upcoming Superbowl commercial.
Kevin · January 18th, 2012
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Lexus Executives Discuss Possible New Models
A new article from Automotive News has plenty of interesting details on Lexus’ future plans, including some potential new models.
Kevin · January 17th, 2012
Race Weekend with Joe Bacal and his Lexus LX 570
This weekend in Laughlin, Nevada, Joe Bacal and his JT Grey Lexus LX 570 kicked off the 2012 SCORE Championship season with a pair of podium finishes, and in an incredible turn of events, I was invited to be part of the team as a co-driver.
Kevin · January 16th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Interior Photo Gallery
For my next photo set from the Detroit Auto Show, here’s a quick gallery with some Lexus LF-LC interior detail shots.
Kevin · January 13th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Wins EyesOn Design Award
The Lexus LF-LC was named the best concept car of the 2012 North American International Auto Show by the EyesOn Design Awards committee of industry design leaders.
Kevin · January 12th, 2012
Photos from the Lexus LF-LC Reveal
For my first installment of Lexus LF-LC photos from the Detroit Auto Show, let’s go back to the Monday reveal in the Riverview Ballroom.
Kevin · January 11th, 2012
Designing the Lexus LF-LC: Behind-the-Scenes with Calty Design
Here’s a video that covers some of the design inspiration and detailed work that Calty Design put into creating the Lexus LF-LC concept.
Kevin · January 11th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Concept Photo Gallery
I’m about to head over to the Cobo Center for the second day of the Detroit Auto Show, but first I wanted to post up the official photos of the Lexus LF-LC concept, along with the press release.
Kevin · January 10th, 2012
Lexus LF-LC Concept Introduction Video
Today at the Detroit Auto Show, Lexus introduced the LF-LC concept to the world in an absolutely stunning manner.
Kevin · January 10th, 2012
Lexus Live from the Detroit Auto Show
The North American International Auto Show starts today in Detroit, and I'm in attendance at the show to bring you live coverage throughout the day, including photos of the new LF-LC concept and the fresh new 2013 Lexus LX 570.
Kevin · January 9th, 2012
Two New Photos of the Lexus LF-LC Concept
Lexus has released two more photos of the LF-LC today, and of course, I had to put together some desktop wallpapers for everyone.
Kevin · January 4th, 2012
New Information on the Lexus LF-LC Concept
After accidentally leaking a video of the Lexus LF-LC concept weeks before its scheduled reveal at the Detroit Auto Show, Road & Track has followed up with an exclusive pre-show feature about the Lexus concept, with early photos and details.
Kevin · January 4th, 2012
Happy New Year!
2012 is going to be a big year, both for Lexus and this website — not only is there nine new or updated models to look forward to, but as Lexus Enthusiast enters its fifth year of publication, there’s also going to be some big new site developments to watch out for.
Kevin · December 31st, 2011
Examining the Lexus LF-LC Concept
Twelve hours after Road & Track leaked a low-resolution video revealing the LF-LC concept set to debut at January’s Detroit Auto Show, Lexus has released a much clearer photo of the 2+2 coupe.
Kevin · December 21st, 2011
Lexus LF-LC Revealed!
In a screwup of epic proportions, Road & Track accidentally published a video on their Youtube page revealing the Lexus LF-LC concept set to debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
Kevin · December 21st, 2011
Lexus Releases Image of New Concept Interior
Lexus has released a second teaser of the new concept set to debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
Kevin · December 19th, 2011
Busy Year Ahead for Lexus in 2012
A recent Automotive News interview with Lexus USA General Manager Mark Templin has outlined part of the Lexus product pipeline for the next two years.
Kevin · December 15th, 2011
New Lexus Concept to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
Lexus has announced that a new concept will be unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in January — here’s a sneak peak in full resolution.
Kevin · December 12th, 2011
Lexus Takes Top Spot in KBB Best Resale Value Awards
Lexus was named the Best Luxury Brand at the 2012 KBB Best Resale Value Awards show last night in Los Angeles.
Kevin · November 16th, 2011
Autoblog Reviews the Lexus LFA
Autoblog has just published a sterling review of the Lexus LFA, with writer Michael Harley calling it “masterfully executed, it is not a supercar – it is a narcotic.”
Kevin · October 13th, 2011
2012 Lexus ES 350 Special Edition
Lexus USA has also announced the ES 350 *Special Edition* for 2012.
Kevin · October 2nd, 2011
2012 Lexus LS 460 Sport Special Edition
The Lexus LS 460 Sport will be getting its own special edition for 2012, with an Obsidian exterior and a unique two-tone black and topaz beige interior with contrast stitching & black leather trim.
Kevin · October 2nd, 2011
2012 Lexus CT 200h F-Sport Special Edition
Details on the 2012 Lexus CT 200h F-Sport Special Edition have been announced today.
Kevin · September 30th, 2011
2012 Lexus IS 350 F-Sport Video
Here’s a quick look at a 2012 Nebula Gray Pearl Lexus IS 350 with the full F-Sport treatment.
Kevin · September 26th, 2011
Lexus CT 200h F-Sport Desktop Wallpaper
Lexus USA has published this photo of the 2012 Lexus CT 200h F-Sport package equipped with the optional 17″ alloy wheels, and I just had to publish it as a wallpaper.
Kevin · September 16th, 2011
Lexus Announces 2012 Model Pricing
Lexus USA has released pricing for all their 2012 models.
Kevin · August 28th, 2011
2012 Lexus RX 350 & RX 450h Information
Lexus has announced the 2012 Lexus RX 350, which will see two changes from the 2011 model: first, like all 2012 Lexus models, Nebula Grey Pearl will replace Smoky Granite Mica, and second, the fuel recommendation has been lowered from 91-octane to 87-octane.
Kevin · August 24th, 2011
2012 Lexus IS F Information
Next up in the 2012 announcements is the Lexus IS F, which has received yet another suspension update, with stronger stabilizer bars, new bearings and a slightly revised suspension -- giving the chassis better low-speed ride quality and less overall body roll.
Kevin · August 17th, 2011
2012 Lexus CT 200h Information (Including F-Sport Package Details)
Lexus has just released information on the 2012 CT 200h, which is entering its second model year after a brief 2011 production run.
Kevin · August 12th, 2011
Lexus Future Plans to Include GS-F Hybrid & LFA Roadster?
Automotive News has served up a full set of rumors today, touching on almost every model in the Lexus lineup.
Kevin · August 1st, 2011
Autocar Drives the 2012 Lexus GS 450h
Not only did Autocar drive the 2012 Lexus GS 250, they also had a crack at the next-generation GS 450h.
Kevin · July 25th, 2011
2012 Lexus GS 250 Coming to Europe
While the North America edition of the next-generation Lexus GS appears to be carrying over the 3.5L V6 from the current generation (in both hybrid & non-hybrid formats), the fourth generation sports sedan will be getting a new engine for European (and likely Japanese) markets: the GS 250.
Kevin · July 23rd, 2011
Lexus GS-F in 2012?
Motor Trend is reporting that a Lexus GS-F version of the next-generation GS will be introduced some time in 2012, and will be using 5.0L V8 engine currently found in the IS-F.
Kevin · May 12th, 2011
2012 Lexus GS Spy Shot?
Don’t know if it really classifies as a spy shot, but today on Twitter, Lexus Europe posted a photo of two cars under tarps, and mentioned that vehicle and dynamic development engineers would be driving around the UK — wonder if we could be looking at examples of the next-generation GS: From the profile of …
Kevin · March 24th, 2011
Next-Gen Lexus GS to Debut at New York Auto Show?
Autoblog is reporting that the next-generation Lexus GS will be coming to the New York Auto Show: Although it’s unclear whether the GS we’ll see in NYC is a concept or a production model, we do know that it will be underpinned by an all-new platform that will also be used on the next-generation IS, …
Kevin · March 10th, 2011
Next-Gen Lexus IS Hybrid?
Japanese magazine Best Car is reporting the next-generation Lexus IS will be coming this September, and will be available as a V6 hybrid capable of 58 MPG (4l/100kms) — here’s their photochop attempt at the third generation IS (click for a larger version): Considering the huge marketing push for the 2011 IS update, I have …
Kevin · February 22nd, 2011
2012 Lexus GS Photochops
An as-yet-unknown Japanese magazine has put together their rendition of the fourth-generation Lexus GS: While it may be a modified version of this CT 200h photo and a poor photochop all round, I’ll give it some points on the clever headlights. Also included was an attempt at the GS F: Again, it’s another riff on …
Kevin · February 18th, 2011
2012 Lexus GS-F?
Road & Track sure are rumor-happy this week — first there was their report that the next-generation Lexus IS will be built in 2013 on a modified FT-86 platform, and now today they’re back with news of the 2012 GS-F: Our sources tell us that [the GS-F] will come with a 5.0-liter V-8 that will …
Kevin · December 1st, 2010
Five New or Updated Lexus Hybrids by 2012?
Earlier this year, it was announced that Toyota would be releasing 6 new hybrids by 2012 (four from Toyota and two from Lexus), and now Automotive News is reporting that a total of 11 new or redesigned models will be available in that same timeframe, along with a new focus on turbochargers: Toyota Motor Corp. …
Kevin · November 23rd, 2010
What’s Next for Lexus Design
There’s a big interview with Lexus’ head of global design, Simon Humphries, at Lexus Magazine that brings some major insight into the direction of the brand — I definitely recommend reading the full thing, but I want to focus on three quotes: LEXUS: First of all, now that we know that the 2011 IS will …
Kevin · August 11th, 2010
Next Generation Lexus LS Rendering
By way of the Autoten blog, here’s a new Lexus LS rendering from Mag-X: Even though it’s far too small and understated to be the next LS, there’s something about these stylized line drawings that I just love, and I couldn’t resist posting it. (For what it’s worth, according to the rendering blurbs, the next-generation …
Kevin · March 31st, 2010