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Lexus is the luxury arm of Toyota, and focuses on building top of the line comfortable cars. Although Lexus focuses on luxury, the marque does offer some sports oriented options, such as the IS-F and LFA. Models to watch: CT200h, GS
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Lexus IS-F CCS-R Could See Limited Production
Long focused solely on luxury, Lexus has been branching out and exploring its sporty side as of late and may take another bold step to grow its enthusiast backbone.
2013 Mark X Revealed as Newest Rear-Drive Toyota
In Japan, Toyota offers the Mark X model that is built off of the Lexus GS platform as a sportier sedan option for its home market. And similar to how the GS was refreshed for the 2013 model, the Japanese automaker has updated its Mark X sedan in Japan.
Toyota Avalon Sports Model Rumored
Toyota’s redesigned Avalon has taken the formerly dowdy model to the top of the class in terms of styling. Now, there is a rumor that a sports-tuned model is on the way.
Lexus GS 350 F-Sport Safety Car Debuts in Sydney
Sydney Motorsport Park will now get to look forward to an all-new Lexus GS 350 F Sport safety car on its track. The GS 350 F Sport is one of only 11 GS F Sport models being offered in Australia this year, and will be a safety car at all upcoming races during the season.
Lexus LF-LC Teased Ahead of Sydney Auto Show Unveil
The Lexus LF-LC concept made a cannonball splash in Detroit last January for a car that didn’t even have a powertrain, but the first details and a teaser photo are creeping onto the internet offering new information.
Toyota Accuses Fired IT Contractor of Damaging Network
Toyota USA is accusing a fired contractor of sabotaging internal software and breaking into a secure system before downloading confidential information on parts, designs and prices.
New Lexus LF-LC Concept Heading to 2012 Australian Motor Show
Ever since the Lexus LF-LC debuted at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, the general public has called for its production. All signs indicated that Lexus was listening with the possibility that the LF-LC will be headed to production within three years.
Nine Cars Discontinued for 2013
Each year various models of vehicles are discontinued, and with 2013 around the corner, it’s worth taking a moment to see which vehicles we won’t be seeing on dealership lots starting next year.
2013 Lexus CT200h Gets a Mild Facelift
The Lexus CT200h continues to be the only proper small luxury hybrid offering, and for 2013 it is getting a mild update that offers some new color choices and upgraded tech.
First Lexus LFA Owner Meet Draws $6M Worth of Cars
Which supercar owner event is the coolest so far of 2012? Easily the first-ever LFA owner’s meet that took place today at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca – eat your heart out Gumball 3000.
Lexus LFA Racing Heritage Detailed in Video
The Lexus LFA has competed in every 24 Hours Nürburgring since 2008. Gazoo Racing, the team that campaigns the supercar, is celebrating this racing heritage in a new video.
2013 Lexus ES Gets an iPad App
The all-new 2013 Lexus ES receives impressive upgrades for the Japanese automaker’s most-popular sedan, and now the Lexus has accompanied it with an interactive Apple iPad app.
Lexus LFA Comes Face-to-Face with LF-LC
The Lexus LF-LC, has just been featured in a video with it’s older brother, the LFA. The meetup occurred at a Lexus test track.
F-150 Hybrid Planned as Joint Ford-Toyota Project
Toyota and Ford began a partnership last year to develop a hybrid system for trucks and SUVs, and according to a “high ranking Ford engineer” the goal is a Ford F-150 hybrid.
Lexus Aims to Double Hybrid Line by 2015
With a fresh face and solid product line, Lexus is cleaning up pretty well, but that might not be enough in today’s market as North American product manager Mark Templin recently acknowledged.
2014 Lexus IS-F Rumored to Trade V8 for Twin-Turbo V6
While far from confirmed, the latest rumors point to a twin-turbo V6 engine for the next-generation Lexus IS-F.
Lexus Shows Off IS-F Pikes Peak Vehicle
Lexus has just posted a video of its IS-F CCS-R screaming up Pikes Peak during last weekend’s hill climb, placing second in its class.
Toyota Enlists Medal of Honor Recipient to Help Veterans
Toyota recognizes that veterans do not have an easy time transitioning to a civilian life. That is why the automaker has launched a partnership to help vets find employment.
Lexus LS Wheels Have Sound-Deadening Hollow Spokes
Full-sized luxury cars like the 2013 Lexus LS have interiors isolated from road noise, something the brand took a proactive approach toward by fighting road-noise at the source.
Toyota Landcruiser Has Half the Carbon Footprint of a Dog
In a study that will probably make you scratch your head, two researchers from Victoria University in New Zealand concluded that the average mid-sized dog has a larger carbon footprint than your typical large V8-equipped SUV.
Lexus Contemplates Increasing North American Production
Lexus already builds the RX crossover in Canada, but with the rising yen Toyota USA president Jim Lentz is making it clear that more models are headed for U.S. assembly.
2013 Lexus LS Wood Interior Takes 38 Days to Make- Video
The new Lexus LS is the brand’s flagship, and is trying to stay true to the the original LS, which launched the brand with an obsessive commitment to quality. This latest video reveals the manufacturing process of the steering wheel, and shows the tradition is alive and well.
Google Self Driving Cars Claim 300,000 Miles of Testing
Google is adding the Lexus RX450h to its self-driving car lineup as it looks toward testing in different environments and terrains, pushing ahead with developing its technology.
10 Future RWD Cars We Can’t Wait to Drive
Once upon a time every car put power to the rear wheels. But much like the V8 engine, so called right-wheel drive cars are quickly disappearing. For the few that remain, however, they’re almost certain to be genuine enthusiast machines and plenty of fun to drive. Over the next few years numerous new rear-drive machines…
