Jul 17, 2019
Brand loyalty is a key objective of automakers not only because it leads to a customer repurchasing or leasing another vehicle from the same manufacturer but because that customer is more likely to recommend the brand to friends and family members shopping for a new vehicle. To acknowledge this key component of the aut ... Continue reading
2019 Lexus ES 300h Luxury Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved
Jul 15, 2019
A marvel of technology dedicated to saving fuel, but consigning you to travel in the slow lane. If the Toyota Camry is the bread and butter sedan at Toyota, then the new Lexus ES 300h, which is based on the latest hybrid Camry, represents the croissant and brie entry chez Lexus. Fit, finish and price distinguish the ne ... Continue reading
Toyota forms chip venture with Denso amid shift to self-driving cars
Jul 10, 2019
July 10, 2019; Toyota and Denso said they have agreed to set up a joint venture to develop next-generation automotive semiconductors as the industry moves toward connected and autonomous vehicles. Denso, a Toyota Group supplier, will own 51 percent of the new company, with Toyota holding the remainder, Toyota said in a ... Continue reading
Jul 8, 2019
2020 Lexus LS 500 Inspiration Series Arrives This Fall With Dramatic New Look First Use of Unique Deep Garnet Color for the LS 500 Standard 20” Wheels in “Black Vapor Chrome” finish Standard White and Black Interior with Kiriko Glass trim PLANO, Texas (July 3, 2019) – Color has the ability to inspire emotions i ... Continue reading
Formerly New Car Reviews 2018-1993 - The Auto Channel
Jul 8, 2019
Used Car Reviews 2018-1993, Used Car Research Tools ... Continue reading
Lexus Unveils LC Convertible Prototype at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Jul 5, 2019
Visitors to this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK will witness the world debut of an LC convertible prototype in action, when it appears on the famous hill course (July 4 to 7). The new model will take its place among some of the world’s most exclusive and prestigious new cars at the world-famous showcas ... Continue reading
Preview: 2020 Lexus LS 500 Inspiration Series Arrives This Fall With Dramatic New Look
Jul 3, 2019
Color has the ability to inspire emotions in an instant. The right shade of an exquisite color can elevate even the most polished design to a higher level. ... Continue reading
Official: Toyota Motor North America Reports U.S. Sales for June, First Half of 2019
Jul 2, 2019
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) today reported June 2019 sales of 202,352 vehicles, a decrease of 3.5 percent on a volume basis and an increase of 0.3 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis versus June 2018. For the first half of the year, TMNA reported sales of 1,152,108 vehicles, down 3.1 percent on a volume b ... Continue reading
Toyota Releases Sales, Production, and Export Results
Jun 27, 2019
Japan, Jun, 27 2019 - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces its sales, production, and export results for May 2019, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd.Sales ResultsToyota- Worldwide sales: Second consecutive month of increase- Sales inside of Japan (Incl. ... Continue reading
2019 Lexus UX 250h F Sport Review by Rob Eckaus - It's E15 Approved
Jun 21, 2019
The Efficient CUV By Rob Eckaus Northern California Bureau THE AUTO CHANNEL Like them or hate them, it’s still a craze. Or you can call it a trend. ... Continue reading
New-Vehicle Quality Stalls After Four Years of Improvement, J.D. Power Finds
Jun 20, 2019
New-vehicle quality in 2019 stays flat compared with 2018, marking the first year without improvement since 2014, according to the J.D. Power 2019 Initial Quality Study (IQS),SM released today. More brands worsened than improved over the past 12 months.“Automakers continue to make progress in areas like infotainment ... Continue reading
2020 Lexus GX 460 Adds Lexus Safety System And Off-Road Elements
Jun 18, 2019
For drivers of the updated 2020 GX 460, being safe and looking stylish on either Rodeo Drive or Imogene Pass is a cinch. And thanks to an all-new available Off-Road Package featuring Multi-Terrain Select, tackling tough terrain is equally as easy. ... Continue reading
Jun 14, 2019
Lexus QZ 618 Galactic Enforcer jet helps save the universe with never-before-seen advanced alien-fighting technology June 11, 2019 PLANO, Texas (June 11, 2019) — With today’s red carpet premiere of Sony Pictures’ highly-anticipated Men in BlackTM: International comes the world debut of the Lexus QZ 618 Galactic E ... Continue reading
LMC Asks: Are We Still Keeping Up With The Premium Car Joneses?
Jun 5, 2019
Special to The Auto Channel LMC Automotive Sammy Chan, Analyst Premium Car market share in Europe has, generally, been on a steady incline over the last couple of decades. In the 2000-2010 period, Premium market share of European Passenger Cars grew from 15% to 18%. By the end of 2018, this stood at 22%. A closer look, ... Continue reading
Toyota North America Reports May 2019 Sales
Jun 3, 2019
RAV4 sales up 13.9 percent; marking its best-ever sales month Tacoma up 6.8 percent; a best-ever May and the 19th consecutive month of increased sales Hybrid sales up 44.7 percent for Toyota and 40.1 percent for Lexus June 03, 2019 May 2019 Sales Chart PLANO, Texas (June 3, 2019) – Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) t ... Continue reading
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