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Amidst all the talk about the latest Lexus concept car, the LF-Ch, it is interesting to read how divided the pundits of the English-language automotive press are on whether its upcoming production derivative Lexus CT xx0h will be sold in North America or if, perhaps, it will be kept from us just as the Lexus IS was in its earliest years. Reading between the lines, it seems that Lexus USA is also somewhat anxious about whether the public will accept the brand's stretch into the small premium luxury front-wheel-drive hatchback segment that in North America comprises the MINI, Audi A3 and Volvo C30; plus the Mercedes-Benz B-Class and, as a non-hatchback possible rival, the Honda Civic-in-Acura-drag CSX in Canada. Lexus USA's official Press Release on the LF-Ch concept's North American debut at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show quotes Mark Templin, Lexus division group vice president and general manager as saying that "the LF-Ch concept gives us the opportunity to gauge consumer reaction...we look forward to hearing feedback on the LF-Ch." And what better way is there than a survey to provide the reaction and feedback Lexus craves?
To bring yourself up to speed on the Lexus LF-Ch, we suggest reading ... [Read More]
Held each year in Las Vegas, Nevada, the SEMA Show is an industry event for the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association.
Tuners and parts suppliers from across the industry and even from the realm of motorsports come to show off their wares, usually displayed on some sort of eye-catching highly-modified vehicle - be it a muscle car, hot rod or sport compact car.
And let's not forget the increasing presence of mainstream manufacturers like Hyundai, Scion, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Chrysler and Dodge. Major areas of interest at SEMA include Racing and Performance, Wheels and Tires, as well as Trucks, SUVs and Off-Road vehicles.
The Project Cars section includes photos and detailed information (or Project Highlights) on the quartet of Lexus IS Cs as well as the Lexus GS 350 F-Sport by TRD that, like its little brother Lexus IS 350C F-Sport by TRD, has received both the full suite of... [Read More]
After its world debut just a few weeks ago at the Tokyo Auto Show, today Lexus gave an audience of media and aftermarket tuners the first look on U.S. soil of the its new LFA supercar.
It is undeniably the most expensive Lexus, the company has ever created. The LFA supercar, priced at $375,000 is aimed at raising Lexus from a German imitator to an Italian rival. Aimed at cars like the Ferrari 599, the LFA is powered by a 4.8-liter V10 engine with 560 PS (552hp) and 354 ft-lbs of torque and thanks to a six-speed sequential transmission and a weight of just 3,263 lbs, the LFA can hit 62 mph in 3.7 seconds and tops out a 202 mph!
Lexus says the V10 engine they have created is both smaller and lighter than most V8 engines. It also uses 10 individual electronic throttle bodies for the best possible throttle response. As the the body of the car it uses carbon fiber, which is joined to the car's metal pieces in a special process the Japanese automaker has developed.
As rumored, the car does use a carbon fiber cabin structure (often referred to as a monocoque), which is why the vehicle weighs so little. Until now production vehicles with such a setup were limited to even more expensive vehicles, like the upcoming Aston Martin One-77, which is rumored to cost close... [Read More]
Surely a number of you harbor fond memories of the Lexus IS F Performance Driving Events that, during 2008 visited racetracks in West Palm Beach, Florida; Chicago; Los Angeles; Summit Point, West Virginia; Atlanta and Laguna Seca Raceway in Salinas, California. Now, nearly two years later, automotive fans will be able to relive the thrill of experiencing Lexus' performance-oriented models in a racetrack setting as the carmaker proudly announces the Lexus F-brand Track Event (alternately known as the Lexus F-Sport Driving Event). This is an exclusive opportunity to experience the dynamic handling and performance of Lexus F Performance vehicles – including the IS F, and F-Sport-equipped IS, IS C and GS models. More notably, the winningest American professional sports car race driver ever, Scott Pruett will take a few select enthusiasts on the ride of their lives as he drives the pinnacle of Japanese automotive achievement, the Lexus LFA on hot laps on the track. The new LFA boasts a 4.8-liter, 552 hp V10 engine and lightweight carbon fiber chassis that rockets to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds and tops out at over 200 mph! ... [Read More]
Last year Lexus used the SEMA Show to help promote the IS-F, but for SEMA ‘09, the IS Convertible is taking the stage. Lexus shipped out three IS Cs to different shops and organizations, letting them be as creative as they liked. A fourth IS C was built by Lexus's in-house F-sport performance division.
First up is the bright green IS C from Fox Marketing (which we've already covered several times over). It gets a widebody conversion, iForged wheels, a Seibon carbon fiber rear spoiler and a ProCharger supercharger to make over 400-hp.
A matte-red IS350C built by the folks at VIP Auto Salon and JTuned.com might just be the nicest looking of the IS Cs at SEMA with a carbon fiber hood and trunk spoiler. Performance mods are minimal with a Joe Z intake pipe and a header back exhaust system. There's also a TOMS air filter and reprogrammed ECU. And finally, a set of Work Gnosis GS3 MDB wheels.
The 0-60 Magazine is another relatively simple build with a Greddy exhaust and ECU. It's a full package though with Advan wheels and Continental tires, Brembo brakes, KW coilovers and an Ings+1 body kit to give it the right look.
Finally, Lexus's TRD F-Sport division used in-house tuning parts that any Lexus owner can buy for his or her car. They include F-Sport... [Read More]
Looking more like something we might have seen at SEMA in 2002, Lexus has decided to showcase David Huang's wild IS300 along with its collection of custom IS Cs, a TRD GS and the new LFA Supercar. Making about as much power as two LFA's, Huang has dubbed the car the IS1000, due to its supposed 1,000-hp output. The modifications list would no doubt be as long as a dictionary but this gist of it is a 2JZ-GTE engine (from a Supra or Aristo) with just one massive turbo. Other modifications include some stunning 20-inch Work VS-XX wheels, Endless brakes, Zeal coilovers and a selection on Kansai and HKS goodies.
Owner David Huang has poured over $100,000 into this IS300, to transform it into the quintessential SEMA show car.
Held each year in Las Vegas, Nevada, the SEMA Show is an industry event for the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association.
Tuners and parts suppliers from across the industry and even from the realm of motorsports come to show off their wares, usually displayed on some sort of eye-catching highly-modified vehicle - be it a muscle car, hot rod or sport compact car.
And let's not forget the increasing presence of mainstream manufacturers like Hyundai, Scion, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Chrysler and Dodge. Major areas of interest at SEMA include Racing and Performance, Wheels and Tires, as well as Trucks, SUVs and Off-Road vehicles.
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Amidst all the talk about the latest Lexus concept car, the LF-Ch, it is interesting to read how divided the pundits of the English-language automotive press are on whether its upcoming production derivative Lexus CT xx0h will be sold in North America or if, perhaps, it will be kept from us just as the Lexus IS was in its earliest years. Reading between the lines, it seems that Lexus USA is also somewhat anxious about whether the public will accept the brand's stretch into the small premium luxury front-wheel-drive hatchback segment that in North America comprises the MINI, Audi A3 and Volvo C30; plus the Mercedes-Benz B-Class and, as a non-hatchback possible rival, the Honda Civic-in-Acura-drag CSX in Canada. 
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Surely a number of you harbor fond memories of the Lexus IS F Performance Driving Events that, during 2008 visited racetracks in 
