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A Broader Approach Lexus says the hybrid version of the eighth-generation ES is on track for its expected June arrival, when it will join its all-electric variants and give the nameplate a multi-powertrain approach on a single platform – a first for the brand. That creates a unique proposition in the luxury segment, giving buyers a broader range of electrified options within a single model line. The hybrid ES 350h sits in the middle of the range, between the all-electric ES 350e and ES 500e. It

Electrified Except for One Lexus has had electrified vehicles in its lineup for a little over 20 years. Today, just about every model in its lineup gets some form of hybrid assistance. From the subcompact and not-available-in-the-U.S LBX, all the way to the full-sized LX, hybrid power is, at the very least, an option on all Lexus vehicles save for one. In case you missed the headline, that model is the GX. For over 20 years, the midsize luxury SUV never once received an electric assist. For most

A Dying Lexus Coupe Lineup Lexus coupes have been quietly stepping back for some time. The RC and RC F wrapped up production in late 2025, and the LC 500 is set to finish after the 2026 model year, with production likely ending by August 2026. That shift leaves Lexus looking like an SUV brand at first glance. Grand tourers were always a niche, and the LC’s sales numbers showed it. The LC was more of a statement piece than a volume seller, an elegant V8 flagship that stuck around while the rest o

It's not something we talk about enough, but every time Toyota prepares to launch a new model, the whole automotive world sits up and takes notice. That feeling is only compounded with something sporty, and what Toyota's Gazoo Racing division is cooking up now certainly fits that bill. In a new ad shown on Japanese television, the automaker has given us our clearest look yet at the production design of its new supercar, which is being hailed as an effective successor to the inimitable Lexus LFA.

Lexus Has Reimagined What the LS Means At the 2025 Japan Mobility Show, Lexus made it obvious they weren’t just planning another four-door LS sedan. Instead, they showed off two concepts that looked nothing like the LS we’ve known for decades: one was a huge six-wheeled luxury van, the other a coupe-inspired crossover. Neither concept could be farther from the LS that’s been around since 1989, but Lexus made it clear there’s a bigger change coming. CALTY president Ian Cartabiano called the LS a

We’re only a couple of months in 2026, but Toyota vehicles have already been in the news a couple of times for recalls. First there were the starter motor issues thought to affect around 800 GR Supras that could cause the motor to fail and, in rare cases, start a fire; and then there was the Prius being hit with a second recall for rear doors that could unexpectedly open when the car was in motion. Now, there’s another Toyota model being called back for a preventative fix, although this time it

The Sienna's Fancier Cousins Minivans may have a domesticated image in America, but it's a different matter around the world. Many markets have tapped the potential of the luxury minivan market, and for Toyota, it's paying off big time. In Japan and parts of Asia, Toyota has been in the posh minivan game for over 20 years. It started with the Alphard, and eventually added the Vellfire as a 'sporty' alternative. Park an Alphard or a Vellfire next to a Sienna, and those models look and feel like L

The Lexus ES and Its Identity Crisis The latest Lexus ES represents the brand’s continued push toward refinement, comfort, and global appeal, but not necessarily excitement. With the newest generation, Lexus traded the flowing, understated elegance of the previous ES for sharper creases and a more modern, upright stance. It’s cleaner and more formal, a look clearly tailored to markets like China where restraint and prestige often matter more than visual drama. For longtime fans, however, the res

For some reason, automakers believe that pumping fake, synthesized gas engine sounds through the speakers somehow increases the appeal and driving engagement of their electric vehicles. It’s quite telling that pure-play EV companies, such as Tesla, Rivian and Lucid, do not offer artificial gas engine sounds in their vehicles; legacy automakers are the ones that have started this trend. The reasoning behind it is that fake engine sounds replace the emotive feedback of combustion engines and help

Is Anyone Still Buying These? The Lexus UX made its world premiere in December 2018 for the 2019 model year. It served as the company's smallest crossover offering until the LBX arrived in 2023. That said, it's still Lexus' least expensive offering in the U.S as the LBX isn't offered in America. But regardless of market, we do have to wonder if anyone is actually still buying them. It's already a pretty aged model, and it's considered one of the slower-selling offerings from Lexus. It has an eve

Toyota has an excellent reputation for reliability, but not always, and three Lexus products under recall are evidence that even the Japanese automaker's luxury products can sometimes fail. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 14 products across three models and eight model years have issues with their fuel delivery systems, with low-pressure in-tank fuel pumps that may fail. Altogether, Toyota says 9,139 vehicles are potentially saddled with the issue, and because it

Toyota has announced a safety recall for three popular Lexus crossovers in the United States. These are certain model years of the compact NX, midsize RX, and three-row midsize TX. The issue is linked to a backup camera display that could go blank when shifting into reverse, a situation that contravenes federal safety standards. This isn’t the first time certain Lexus models have been involved in a recall for faulty backup cameras, so here’s a closer look at what’s happening. Related: Toyota Rec

Fast And Frugal Lexus currently offers four powertrains in its popular RX crossover: a conventional turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine (RX 350), a hybrid (RX 350h), a plug-in hybrid (RX 450h+), and a turbocharged hybrid (RX 500h F Sport Performance). Of these, there's likely an option that everyone will love, but we think the 450h+ PHEV is possible the most interesting of the bunch. Jared Rosenholtz/Autob

An All-Electric Three-Row SUV On May 6, 2026, Lexus will unveil a new three-row all-electric SUV. Based on the Toyota Highlander EV, we can expect something familiar but with a Lexus touch. While the brand hasn't announced anything yet, as far as we were able to dig up, the new model will likely be called the Lexus TZ. If you put two and two together, another Lexus vehicle that's somewhat similar in its package is the Lexus TX, and since this is a three-row vehicle based on the Highlander EV,

RZ, Meet Your Bigger Brother While Toyota isn't exactly going all in on electric vehicles, it's still churning these out from time to time. That said, its luxury division has only one EV offering: the RZ. Well, that changes today as Lexus has just introduced the TZ, a larger, three-row battery-powered crossover. In many ways, it complements the fuel-fed TX and serves as an option for Lexus loyalists who have been wishing for a larger EV crossover from the company. At the same time, the TZ has tw

The Writing’s on the Wall When Lexusintroduced the 2026 LC 500, it was clear where things were headed. The lineup had already slimmed down, and sales were steady but never high – just over 1,200 units last year, about 1,400 the year before. That’s typical for grand tourers, which are rarely about volume. However, in comparison to the Japanese marque's SUV-driven sales numbers, the LC was just a drop in the bucket. That said, it’s now confirmed: a dealer notice surfaced on Reddit saying Lexus wil

LB-Figthers Design In the JMSDF-MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day 2026, which happened on May 3, 2026, Liberty Walk Kato unveiled a newly-built Dodge Challenger for the occasion. It features a fighter-jet-styled livery paired with a Liberty Walk wide body kit and fitted with custom LB Works x AME wheels and wrapped in Yokohama Advan Tires. Parked and photographed at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, the venue served as the perfect backdrop for Kato-san's latest project, which also features custom par

Liberty Walk. Those two words, the name of one of Japan's most infamous tuners, strike fear into the hearts of purists, as the company has become renowned for forcibly removing original bodywork in favor of adding aggressive fender flares and massive wings, often irreparably altering some of the world's most expensive cars. But Liberty Walk's latest creation, shared on Instagram, is less controversial. For a start, it's based on an FL5 Honda Civic Type R, and secondly, the changes are relatively

It’s time for Lights Out 17, Winter’s favorite radial race, and thanks to NC Promoder we can all watch testing and highlights as Monday and Tuesday had teams doing shakedown hits to see if their winter changes were going to work out. We may never know who was sandbagging and who was showing off, but we do know who’s there already! Video Description: Monday test session from South Georgia Motorsports Park. Many competitor’s are shaking down getting ready for Lights Out 17. The post Light

If you are going to go quicker than 11.50 seconds in the quarter mile, and you are doing that in a classic car, then you are going to need a roll bar in that car. If you have one, you can then go as quick as 10.00 in the quarter mile under normal circumstances. 9.99 and quicker will require a roll cage, but undoubtedly someone reading this will ignore the fact that I said “classic” car and will yell at me that you can run as quick as 9.00 without a roll bar in late model cars newer than 2014, th

The popularity of Lil Gangstas is absolutely insane, and we love it. Not only because it is good, fun, close racing, but also because the fact that Jimmy and Poland convinced the no prep world to go index racing is just awesome. If you aren’t familiar, Lil Gangstas is a small tire, no prep, 5.30 index, 1/8th mile class. The goal is the make it to the finish line before the guy in the other lane, and to do so without going quicker than 5.30. Go 5.29 and you are out and your competitor wins. It’s

Prestige Lincoln, for most, is an aspirational brand; it represents the very best of plush American automotive experience. Over the years, it's been a go-to for some of the American elite, especially with models like the Town Car and the enduring Navigator. One of those elites seems to have always preferred the Navigator; tennis legend Serena Williams is a fan and is getting a very special Navigator just for herself. One-Off Navigator Williams Edition Lincoln has chosen to commemorate Serena's b

Against the odds, Lincoln managed to increase sales by 2% in 2025. That was a solid result for the luxury brand, especially since it’s down to just three models—the Navigator, Aviator, and Nautilus—after the Corsair was discontinued. Without the Corsair, Lincoln has no vehicle below the $50,000 mark, creating a glaring gap in the manufacturer’s range. But Lincoln has devised a strategy to retain buyers at this lower price point, and current Corsair customers looking to upgrade will benefit from

Ford Motor Company has issued a record number of recalls in recent years as its team of safety and technical experts double down on improving quality. The brand’s luxury arm, Lincoln, hasn’t been immune to recalls, either. The latest recall to affect a Lincoln impacts the full-size Navigator. The Cadillac Escalade rival has just been recalled for a safety issue whereby the driver’s seat can move backwards automatically while the vehicle is in motion. This poses a safety risk as the driver could

Lincoln’s SUVs are known for exceptional comfort, refinement, and luxury—not hardcore off-roading capabilities. This could change before the end of the decade, though. A two-row, body-on-frame Lincoln SUV is rumored to be on its way between 2029 and 2030, and it will be based on the same platform that underpins the rugged Ford Bronco. Aimed at the likes of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, Lexus GX, and Land Rover Range Rover, the new SUV will join the ranks of luxurious off-roaders. Lincoln’s Toughest