New Lexus HS 250h Coming to Japan
An updated Lexus HS 250h is set to launch in Japan by the end of the month.
Kevin · November 19th, 2012
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Imagining the Lexus HS 250h with a Spindle Grille
With the Lexus HS now cancelled, the only chance to see the model updated with the spindle grille are with these two renderings from photochopper Theophilus Chin.
Kevin · May 22nd, 2012
Lexus Discontinues the HS 250h
By way of Inside Line, Lexus has confirmed that the HS 250h has been discontinued.
Kevin · May 18th, 2012
Lexus HS 250h to be Cancelled?
According to Wards Auto (by way of Leftlane News), Lexus is considering cancelling the HS 250h after the hybrid sedan failed to meet expectations.
Kevin · November 11th, 2011
Lexus Japan Offers HS 250h Special Edition
The Lexus HS 250h has proven popular enough in Japan to warrant two special Harmonious Leather Interior color combinations.
Kevin · October 10th, 2011
Lexus Magazine Interview with VIP Auto Salon’s Clark Ishihara
One of the people I had a chance to spend some time with during my trip to California was Clark Ishihara, president of VIP Auto Salon and the main force behind show cars like the Macadamia LS 600hL at last year’s SEMA — reminded me of this Lexus Magazine interview with Clark about his company’s …
Kevin · March 23rd, 2011
Two Lexus Models in US Federal Fuel Economy Top Ten
Here’s something — The US Environmental Protection Agency has released its Top 10 Fuel Economy Leaders for 2011, and two Lexus models made the cut. The HS 250h placed fifth with a 35 mpg average, and the RX 450h FWD ranked ninth at 30 mpg, which is impressive given the SUV’s size and power. The …
Kevin · November 10th, 2010
Lexus SEMA Video Preview
SEMA starts in an hour, but before the doors open, here’s a great HD video preview of the Lexus SEMA cars: I’ll be at the show today with a plan to update throughout the day and take plenty of photos, so if you have any picture requests, please let me know!
Kevin · November 2nd, 2010
Lexus SEMA 2010 Show Cars in Detail
Here’s a full breakdown of the models along with their descriptions, all courtesy of Lexus: CT200h F SPORT CONCEPT Description How do you take a fun to drive sporty five-door premium compact hybrid that has a combined EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 42 mpg to the next level? Build a CT200h F Sport Concept. Although …
Kevin · October 29th, 2010
Lexus HS 250h Recalled Over Crash Test Fuel Leak
Lexus has issued a recall and stop sale on the HS 250h after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration discovered that too much gasoline leaks in a rear-impact test. The recall, which will affect 17,000 vehicles in the USA, is a result of a test that involves striking the vehicle with a deformable barrier from …
Kevin · June 25th, 2010