In just a few days, Lexus will officially debut the high-performance version of its IS sedan, the IS-F, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. While the IS-F is not yet officially unveiled, Lexus inadvertently posted a few low-resolution images in an online ad.
The Lexus IS-F will be powered by a 5.0L […]

Lexus announced that it will increase the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the ES 350 luxury sedan.
The MSRP for the ES 350 will increase by $300, 0.9 percent, to $33,470. The new price will take effect with ES 350’s that at Lexus dealerships on, or after January 2, 2007.
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Lexus has let the ‘F’ out of the bag, and now we have spy shots — and video — of the first model in Lexus’ F lineup of high-performance cars, the IS-F. To take on the Audi RS4, BMW M3, and Mercedes C63 AMG, the Lexus IS-F will be powered by the 5.0L V8 out […]

Earlier this week, we reported that Lexus was preparing a new line of luxury performance vehicles to go head-to-head with Audi’s S line, BMW’s M, and Mercedes AMG cars. The new performance line would go by the ‘F’ name.
Well, now Lexus has announced that it will stage the world premiere of the 2008 IS-F […]

Last month we reported that Lexus was reconsidering its L-Tuned lineup of vehicles to compete with Mercedes’ AMG and BMW’s M cars in the performance luxury market. The rumor was that while previous L-Tuned vehicles focus more on cosmetic changes, this time the focus would be on performance.
Lexus will launch a new high-performance lineup beginning […]

Toyota reported it best-ever November sales of 196,695 vehicles, an increase of 15.9 percent from November 2005. Year-to-date Toyota’s sales are up 12.5 percent from the same period in 2005.
Both the Toyota and Lexus divisions posted their best-ever November sales. The Toyota Division was up 18 percent overall with a 14.3 percent increase in passenger […]

Lexus announced that it will build 400 2007 LX 470 Limited Edition models for the U.S. market. The LX 470 Limited Edition package consists of unique interior and exterior features and adds $410 to the base price of the LX. The base price of the LX 470 Limited Edition is $67,805.
The LX 470 Limited Edition […]

Lexus may be ready to give its failed L-Tuned sub-brand a new lease on life, according to AutoWeek. L-Tuned debuted in 2000, as Lexus’ factory tuning arm, but disappeared in 2003. Now Lexus’ U.S. executives are pressing Japan to give L-Tuned another chance.
“The first L-Tuned vehicles were more about cosmetic changes than performance,” Jim Lentz, […]

According to AutoExpress, Toyota is finally preparing a replacement for its long-discontinued Supra. The new Supra is expected to draw its inspiration from the forthcoming Lexus LF-A supercar. The Toyota-branded sportscar will reportedly feature a version of the 341-hp 3.5L V6 hybrid setup used in the Lexus GS450h.
With a 340+ horsepower hybrid drivetrain mated to […]

With LED taillight technology now spreading down to lower-level sedans, wagons, sports cars and SUVs/crossovers, LED headlights are now beginning to be seen in the automotive sector. LED taillights provide better packaging efficiency, faster response times and longer life than traditional bulbs, and the same benefits apply to headlights as well. LED technology also allows […]