SEMA: Five-Axis' Stealthy Lexus GS 460

After the sinister-looking Project IS F that made quite a splash at last year's SEMA show, Troy Sumitomo and his Five Axis automotive returned to Sin City with a fresh take on the Lexus GS 460. Sporting a titanium matte paint finish, a widebody conversion with concept-like styled bumpers and black-colored 20-inch alloy wheels in 245/30 ZR20 rubber up front and 295/25ZR20 at the rear, Five Axis' GS 460 is a stealthy proposal for those that like their cars shaken, not stirred.

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2011 Lexus IS Receives Minor Facelift and New F-Sport Grade in Japan

Thanks to some leaked brochure shots, we can show you the first pictures of the Japanese domestic market (JDM) version of the subtly refreshed 2011 Lexus IS 250 / 350 sedan.

The most notable exterior changes include the new headlamps that incorporate LED daytime running lights and the redesigned lower part of the front bumper with round foglamps. Though not visible from these photos, the interior is said to benefit from some minor trim upgrades.

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Tesla Working on All-Electric Toyota RAV4 and Lexus RX Prototypes

Electric car partners Toyota Motor Corp. and Tesla Motors will develop battery-powered prototypes of the Japanese automaker's Toyota RAV4 and Lexus RX crossovers according to a news report from Businessweek citing "a person familiar with the matter". Toyota declined to confirm the models.

Earlier this month, a Tesla executive announced that the maker of the electric Roadster will deliver two EV prototypes to Toyota by the end of July, without providing any specific details about the cars.

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2011 Lexus LX Land Cruiser

Compare the Lexus LX 570 is possible only with its predecessor � LX 470, which once viewed the familiar lines of the body, but at the same time clearly visible �genes� sedan Lexus LS. Power core LX 570 is 5.7-liter V8-power unit of 381 horsepower (the previous model � 268 forces) and a maximum torque of 545 Nm. On the transmission, in turn, takes care of the new six-speed automatic with manual shift, which transmits the

power to wheel-drive system, where in contact with the track come directly to 20-inch wheels with wide tires relevant Apart from the new power core, Lexus LS 570 also acquired a set of auxiliary systems, which enable it to be called �cross� with a capital letter. For example zdest worth noting the latest elektroupravlyaemmuyu In New York War The new model now on display for the first time � as a Lexus. In New York, the new

model is the first time to see now � as a Lexus. This makes sense there: during Lexus We still exists before a niche brand, Toyota sold in the U.S. last twice as fast MANY Lexus LX Models How Landcruiser 100th There, does that make sense: While Lexus still in us as a niche brand in the U.S. Toyota sold last almost twice as many models as the Lexus LX Land Cruiser 100th The new Lexus LX 570 shares with this again the

 platform / site, Ann giant who debut early 2008 with us as a Land Cruiser 200 IS. The new Lexus LX 570 shares a platform with huge this place again to make his debut with us at the beginning of the 2008 Land Cruiser 200th A striking departure from the die baroque look of its predecessor is. Achieve a transition from the Baroque form of its predecessor. With dynamic design Soll nun die sheer size are laminated. With

dynamic design, the sheer size can be concealed. grown FACT is the new course � seems inevitable in the auto-Evolution: Langer, higher, wider and stronger � must be. Has grown since the New Deal � it seems  is fully automated and allows this easily accommodate up to eight passengers plus a small luggage. For those

 who wish to obtain more space, you can move (forward or reverse) the third or second row of seats with electrical control, and for �extreme� situations, for instance if you want to create a small time Teltschik, you can generally remove the third row of seats and expand the second, thereby promotes the formation of small small-sized apartments. Also note that in your welfare and well-being in the salon cares 4-zone climate

control, navigation system, expensive audio system with nine speakers, a system of airbags (for head, knee, curtains). Additionally, as an option, it is possible to integrate seat heating for the latter series

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Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition 2011 Review and Spec

Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition 2011
Lexus announced the pricing for its flagship sedan, the Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition. The 2011 LS 460 Touring Edition will be available on both the LS 460 Rear Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive models. The MSRP is tagged at $73,000 excluding delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. The car arrives at the dealerships in late June/early July 2011.

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Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition 2011

TORRANCE, Calif. (June 17, 2011) � Lexus today announced the Manufacturer�s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $73,000 for the 2011 LS 460 Touring Edition (rear wheel drive model) which will arrive at dealerships in late June/early July. The MSRP does not include a delivery, processing and handling fee of $875.

�The Touring Edition adds excitement to our flagship sedan,� said Mark Templin, Lexus Division group vice president and general manager. �The package on this car enhances styling and comfort, allowing us to attract younger buyers to the LS line-up.�

The 2011 LS 460 Touring Edition will be available on both the LS 460 Rear Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive models. It will be distinguished from other LS models by a Smoky Granite Mica exterior, and following equipment:

• 19-inch five-spoke alloy wheels (18-inch on All-Wheel Drive model):


• Sport kit and grille;


• Sport seats;


• Wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob;

Other Touring Edition standard features include matte brown wood trim, black and saddle leather-trimmed seats and premium floor mats.

�The LS 460 Touring Edition is a unique package of sporty exterior styling and comfort. With limited units available nationwide they�ll sell out fast to customers who want an all-inclusive luxury package,� said Templin.

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Lexus LF-A

Lexus has announced a new version of the Lexus LF-A supercar mix is optimized for circuit-riding issue. It�s called the 2012 Lexus LF-A Nurburgring Package and a link to the world famous circuit in Germany, where

the legends of the LF-A has come to life. Lexus has dropped all the details and images of its Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package, which will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show next month.
The Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package has been designed for a more track-focused performance through additional aerodynamic elements, lowered suspension and engine revisions.



Do those engine revisions result in more power? Of course. All-New 2011 Lexus LFA is powered by a V10, 4.8 liters, the maximum power of 560 hp, but the 2012 Lexus LF-A Nurburgring Package trace output will

 be increased to 570 hp. Sprint 0-60 mph, will be created in 3.7 seconds and top speed will go up to 210 km / hAdditional downforce comes courtesy of a larger front splitter, a larger rear wing, and dive planes mounted on the front fenders. All are crafted of carbon fiber. The LFA�s six-speed automatic receives a revised calibration, and the car�s suspension benefits from what Lexus calls �sports tuning.� New alloys and stickier tires come along for the ride. Pricing has not been released.

The Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package is limited to just 50 units and is available in exterior color choices of matte black, black, white or orange, with interiors finished in black and red, black and purple and all-black. Those who purchase the LFA Nurburgring Package will be offered a one-to-one driving tuition from a Nurburgring chief instructor and a year�s pass to enjoy the cars on the Nordschleife circuit.

Production of the Lexus LFA has been underway since December, with just one hand-crafted unit being completed everyday.

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First Spy Shots of 2013 Lexus GS Sedan

Well now, that didn�t take long, did it? Less than three months after the presentation of the LF-Gh concept car at the 2011 New York International Auto Show and Lexus has already started testing the production model that will spawn a successor to today�s GS sedan at the N�rburgring circuit.
Naturally, the Lexus GS prototype is covered in plenty of camouflage but not to the point that it discloses its styling similarities to the LF-Gh study.

Aside from the body proportions, details like the protruding side sills, the high rising belt line, the �dotted� LEDs and large grille up front, and even the alloy wheel designs, appear remarkably faithful to the concept.

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Union of Concerned Scientists Releases 2011 Hybrid Scorecard: Prius = Good, Touareg Hybrid = Bad

The Union of Concerned Scientist, a non-profit science advocacy group in the U.S., has released its second annual Hybrid Scorecard. The organisation criticised hybrid car manufacturers for not delivering on the technology�s promise, for placing performance above fuel efficiency and environmental benefit and burdening hybrids with features that put them out of the price range of average Americans.
A total of 34 hybrid vehicles from the 2011 to 2012 model year were tested for their fuel efficiency, environmental impact, value-for-money and their so-called �forced-feature premium�. The latter is features that don�t improve fuel efficiency but probably make the cars more appealing to money-conscious consumers.

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Mercedes-Benz Tops Secret Shopper Study of U.S. Dealers, Lincoln Places Last in Luxury Segment

Mercedes-Benz dealers were number one for customer treatment in the US according to an independent study by survey company Pied Piper. The California-based company hired 3,524 �secret shoppers� and sent them to US dealerships in order to determine how their salesmen were performing in anything from explaining a car�s features to closing a deal.
This is the third year in a row that Mercedes-Benz, which looks set to top the sales charts this year in the luxury segment, has topped Pied Piper�s study.

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Lexus Loses Top Spot in US After a Decade, Says it Doesn't Care

Lexus has been the top-selling luxury brand in the US for the last 11 years. But in 2011 the luxury division of Toyota looks bound to lose the top spot to both BMW and Mercedes-Benz and be relegated to third place.
The earthquake and Tsunami that hit Japan in March and disrupted production is one of the reasons, as Lexus manufactures all bar one of its models (the RX) in its homeland. However, the production problems aren�t the sole reason for Lexus� declining sales.

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Land Rover Range Rover Black

"The Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black represents the very best Range Rover has to offer and is a fitting tribute to a vehicle which has consistently set the highest standards for all-terrain performance, luxury and design for the last 40 years." Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director
The ultimate incarnation of the Range Rover, the Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary Limited Edition, is quite simply the last word in bespoke vehicles.

With a unique finish in Barolo Black, the exterior also features 20-inch alloy wheels, Diamond Turned, a unique front grille with Titan grille mesh, a bright chrome grille 'U' edge and black grille surround. Side vents have a new mesh set off by bright chrome bars and a black vent surround. There are body coloured door handles and of course, the tailgate badge, 'Autobiography Black'.
Inside, there's a choice of the standard colourway in Jet, or two colourways unique to the Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black - Jet and Ivory, or Jet and Pimento. The Autobiography Black logo is discretely repeated throughout the interior where it is embossed on the rear seat armrest and appears on the four unique, Grand Black door veneers. Front door sill tread plates are illuminated with the words 'Range Rover' and there's a half wood Grand Black steering wheel. Petrol models also offer gearknob veneers.
"At the top of the Range, the new Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary Limited Edition offers customers the option of complete exclusivity with unique colourway combinations as well as striking interior and exterior design features. Around 700 will be made, emphasising the exclusivity of this limited edition." Design Director, Gerry McGovern
No detail has been overlooked in ensuring this is the most special Range Rover in the marque's 40 year history. Even the key fob and driver's handbook carry the Autobiography Black logo.

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Land Rover Freelander 2

The 2011 Land Rover Freelander 2 model range, on sale in the UK from the end of September 2010, benefits from a new 2.2-litre diesel engine available with either 150PS or 190PS outputs, a new look exterior plus interior alterations including new instrument dials and a new Premium Pack option.
Land Rover's new turbo diesel engine is available in the 4WD TD4 150PS model featuring a manual transmission and intelligent Stop/Start technology as standard (an automatic gearbox without Stop/Start is available as a cost option), or the new SD4 model delivering 190PS (available in automatic transmission only).

This new engine is quieter, more efficient and both derivatives have 20Nm more torque than the outgoing engine. This means the 2011 Freelander 2 offers improved engine response and more mid-range strength for towing. CO2 emissions have been significantly reduced to 165g/km and 185g/km respectively with corresponding fuel economy benefits.
However, despite reductions in consumption and emissions, there has been no compromise in performance. The flagship 190PS Land Rover Freelander SD4 accelerates from rest to 60mph in 8.7 seconds with an increased top speed of 118mph. The Land Rover Freelander 150PS TD4 manual and automatic versions match the performance of their predecessors.
As well as being upgraded from EU4 to EU5, both versions have a new variable geometry turbocharger and have been extensively re-calibrated to deliver new levels of power, meet emissions regulations and reduce CO2 emissions. They are fitted with a catalysed diesel particulate filter as standard and are now compatible with 10 per cent biodiesel rather than 5 per cent.

As an addition to the Land Rover Freelander 2 range, Land Rover will also offer customers a 2WD derivative, available in the UK from January 2011. This will be called the Land Rover Freelander 2 eD4 and it will be the most efficient Land Rover ever produced, with fuel consumption of 47.2mpg combined, and CO2 emissions of just 158g/km.
"The new Land Rover Freelander 2 eD4 moves Land Rover into the hugely popular and fiercely contested two wheel-drive SUV market," said Land Rover managing director Phil Popham. "The European market for two-wheel drive SUVs represents 23 percent of the segment and we intend to compete strongly here.
"A 2WD option is just one way in which we are developing our vehicles' efficiency whilst adding to the Land Rover range and expanding our appeal to a broader group of customers. We will continue to make the 'world's finest all-terrain vehicles' for those customers who require 4WD but will also now offer an alternative."
This groundbreaking Land Rover Freelander 2 eD4 is powered by the new 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine, delivering 150PS. It is only available with a six-speed manual transmission featuring Stop/Start technology as standard.
The exterior of the latest Land Rover Freelander 2 gets a new look for 2011. Marked out by a new front bumper assembly incorporating new front fog lap bezels, a new front grille finish, improved headlights and tail lamps, new full width tailgate appliqu� and new 18- or 19-inch alloy wheel styles. There are three new colour schemes for 2011 Kosrae Green, Baltic Blue and Fuji White.
Inside the cabin, Land Rover's design team have revised the instrument dials, and there are four new seat styles with the option of a Premium Pack that includes Windsor Leather upholstery, an 8/6 way electric seat, plus premium carpet mats and covered centre stowage.

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Toyota and Lexus Hybrids Recalled Over Stalling Issues

A problem with the electronics of the hybrid system, which could cause certain Lexus RX 400h and Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUVs to lose power or stop running, is the reason behind the Japanese carmaker�s latest recall.
Toyota said about 45,500 Highlander Hybrid and 36,700 Lexus RX 400h vehicles from the 2006 and 2007 model years sold in the USA are affected by the voluntary recall.

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VIDEO: Lexus LF-A Nurburgring Edition Laps the Nordschleife in 7:22.85

A Carscoop reader from Japan tipped us off about this video showing the new Lexus LF-A Nurburgring Edition (or at least that�s what the Youtube poster claims we�re seeing here) lapping the famous Nordschleife circuit in 7 minutes and 22.85 seconds. The poster videotaped the run from a video screen set beside the LF-A Nurburgring Edition.
According to the person who shot the clip, Lexus raced the car just before this past weekend�s 24-hour Nurburgring endurance race kicked off.

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Lexus Calls UK Buyers to Enjoy the Summer with Limited Edition IS 250C

While Britain may not be the ideal place to enjoy an open top model, Lexus is calling UK buyers to take a look at its new limited edition version of the IS 250C coupe-convertible. Exclusivity for the IS 250C Limited Edition comes in the form of a distinctive black and red semi-aniline leather interior along with a numbered badge fixed inside the glove-box.

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Aston Martin Rapide Auction Proceeds Given to Toyota to Aid Tsunami Victims

Last month we reported that Aston Martin�s CEO, Dr. Ulrich Bez, announced that he would auction off his company car, a fully-loaded 2009 �Concours Blue� Rapide, during this year�s annual Bonhams event at Newport Pagnell on June 21.
The buyer was furniture designer and Aston Martin enthusiast David Linley, who paid �100,000 ($160,000), which was handed over to Toyota which can better direct it to charities providing aid to victims of the recent earthquakes and Tsunami that devastated Japan.

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Ford and Dodge Flop, Lexus and Honda Top JD Power�s 2011 U.S. Initial Quality Study

The results are in for JD Power�s latest 2011 U.S. Initial Quality study that looks at the first 90 days of ownership and the news is not good for Ford Motor Company. The Dearborn-based company tumbled from fifth place and highest-ranking non-luxury automaker last year to 23rd in 2011 with 116 problems per 100 vehicles. Analysts claim that Ford�s freefall is due to complaints related to the company�s onboard MyFord Touch infotainment systems.
Even worse, Dodge was placed last in the list with 137 problems per 100 cars. Scion, MINI, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and Suzuki didn�t fare well either occupying the last places in the study.

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Lexus Builds one-off Landaulet LS 600h for Monaco Royal Wedding [with Video]

Whatever your opinion of royal families, you can�t deny that they know a thing or two about spectacular weddings, as evidenced recently by the huge viewership of the Prince William-Kate Middleton tie-up.
Now, another European royal is about to tie the knot: on July 2, Prince Albert of Monaco will stand on the altar besides Carlene Wittstock and exchange vows for richer or poorer (just saying...), better or worse etc.
And Lexus is the one providing the newlyweds� transportation by building a one-off version of its top of the range LS 600h limo. This version, which has been engineered by Belgian coachbuilder Carat Duchatelet and took over 2,000 hours to complete, is a Landaulet.

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Lexus SC430

The Lexus SC is a claimed affluence coup� that was retailed by Lexus, and congenital from 1991 through 2010. It appearance a advanced engine, rear-wheel drive architecture and basement for up to four passengers. The aboriginal bearing SC debuted as the V8-powered SC 400 in 1991, and the I6-powered SC 300 was added in 1992. Both aboriginal bearing models were produced until 2000. The additional bearing model, the SC 430, went into assembly in 2001. The SC 430 appearance a auto convertible architecture and a V8 engine. The aboriginal bearing SC was abundantly styled in California, and the additional bearing SC was mainly conceived at architecture studios in Europe.In Japan, the accompanying third-generation Toyota Soarer, with which the aboriginal bearing SC originally aggregate anatomy architecture and assorted components, featured a abstracted agency of agent configurations and altered powertrains. The fourth bearing Soarer, abundantly identical to the SC 430, was abolished by its Lexus analogue in Japan back the Lexus marque d�buted there in 2005. The SC was the sole coup� in the Lexus calendar until the accession of the IS C and agitated a U.S. abject amount of US$65,455 and a UK abject amount of GB�54,880.

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