2010 Lexus RX 450h and Lexus HS 250h: Two New Hybrids From Lexus
Aug 28, 2009
By Carey Russ A decade ago, when I first drove a Toyota Prius prototype, I could tell that its gasoline-electric power system would make a fine power source for a luxury car. Even that rather unrefined engineering test car was remarkably smooth and quiet when operating in electric mode with the gasoline engine off. So ... Continue reading
Lexus Maintains Leadership in ALG's Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study
Aug 17, 2009
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--Automotive Lease Guide (ALG), a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced that Lexus maintained its top position in ALGâs Luxury Models Summer 2009 Perceived Quality Study (P ... Continue reading
Lexus to Reveal Premium Compact Concept at Frankfurt Motor show
Aug 17, 2009
Lexus has unveiled the first official sketch of a concept car that will be presented at the forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). ... Continue reading
Lexus IS Sedans Receive Technology Updates for 2010
Aug 17, 2009
· iPod®/USB Connectivity, Streaming Audio Standard · 2.5L V6 Engine Delivers 204 Horsepower · 0-60 MPH in 5.3 Seconds With Legendary Lexus Refinement The well-equipped Lexus IS sedan receives technology updates for 2010 that build on the brandâs legacy of delivering state-of-art technology. To further ... Continue reading
Lexus SC 430 Continues to Raise the Bar for Luxury Convertibles
Aug 17, 2009
· New 18-Inch Six-Spoke Wheels · Equipped with iPod®/USB Connectivity, Streaming Audio · Lexus Navigation System and Mark Levinson® Premium Audio System Standard Lexus adds interior technology and exterior enhancements to the 2010 SC 430, the pioneer of the retractable hardtop in the prestige luxury segment. To bu ... Continue reading
Lexus Announces Prices for Select 2010 Models
Aug 14, 2009
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 14 -- Lexus today announced Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2010 IS 250 and IS 350 luxury sport sedans, IS 250 C and IS 350C luxury hard-top convertibles, IS F high performance sedan, SC 430 hardtop convertible, RX 350 luxury utility vehicle, RX 450h luxury hybrid utility ve ... Continue reading
Toyota Abandons Goal of 15% Global Market Share
Aug 11, 2009
Washington DC August 11, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that new Toyota President Akio Toyoda has abandoned the goal of grabbing a 15 percent share of the global market as part of a back-to-basics focus on quality over quantity. According to Automotive News, the target was set in 2002 by then-President Fujio Cho a ... Continue reading
Toyota Appoints New General Manager for Toyota and Lexus Fleet
Aug 10, 2009
Mark Roden has been appointed General Manager for Toyota and Lexus Fleet and Vehicle Remarketing, taking over from Richard Balshaw after his promotion to Sales Director. ... Continue reading
"Cash For Clunkers" Rewarding Consumers With Up To $4.5k For Turning In Old Vehicles - VIDEO STORY
Aug 6, 2009
DETROIT - August 6, 2009: After more than a year of declining car sales and closing dealerships, the auto industry may be getting a second wind. With the success of "Cash for Clunkers", cars sales are on the rise. Officially known as the Car Allowance Rebate System, the program rewards people for turning in older gas g ... Continue reading
Aug 6, 2009
2009 Center For Automotive Research (CAR) Conference As prepared for: Akio Toyoda President, Toyota Motor Corporation Center For Automotive Research (CAR) Conference Traverse City, Michigan Aug 5, 2009 âReinventing the Automobileâ Good morning! ...and thank you Dave... It is great to be back in America...and ... Continue reading
Lexus HS 250h Causing Internet Buzz
Aug 5, 2009
by Bill Kwong The internet is buzzing with Lexus HS 250h excitement and observations, and it has been reported that the HS 250h is a Lexus version of the Toyota Prius. That is far from the truth. All Toyota and Lexus hybrids use the series/parallel hybrid system, but thatâs where the similarity ends between the To ... Continue reading
Telematics: ATX Launches New Toyota, Lexus Connected Vehicle Program
Aug 5, 2009
DALLAS, Aug. 5 -- ATX Group, a leading provider of connected vehicle (telematics) services to global automobile manufacturers, announced today the launch this week of the new Toyota/Lexus Safety Connect(TM) program on select Model Year 2010 Toyota and Lexus models in the U.S. The program marks the introduction of locat ... Continue reading
Aug 4, 2009
Ten? Do your really think we could limit the list to just 10? Not TheAutoChannel.com, we always give you more! AUTO CENTRAL - July 28, 2009: Okay, so the Cash For Clunkers program has you dreaming about which new vehicle you'd want. Here's 14 different cars that you might want to test drive. They may not all qualify fo ... Continue reading
While Truth About CASH FOR CLUNKERS Funds Remains Unclear More Money is Approved
Jul 31, 2009
AUTO CENTRAL - July 31, 2009: Late yesterday the Associated Press published a report stating that the CARS "Cash for Clunkers" program was being suspended because funds had run out (just days after the program commenced). AP cited an annonymous source. This source has still not been revealed. The story was published ev ... Continue reading
High on Toyota's Inaba's To-Do List: Lexus, Scion
Jul 27, 2009
Washington DC July 27, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that Yoshimi Inaba has discovered a much different Toyota in North America than the juggernaut he left behind six years ago. Among the first things to get his attention was the need to recharge Lexus and Scion. Lexus is "my personal challenge," the outspoken 63 ... Continue reading
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