
Lexus will offer a limited edition Nürburgring Package to LFA customers for 2012. This Nürburgring Package is limited to only 50 units out of the 500 LFA hand-assembled for global distribution. According to said Mark Templin, Lexus Division group vice president and general manager, Nürburgring Package builds on the track-ready Lexus supercar with styling cues from the 24 Hours of Nürburgring prototype LFA racecar. The 2012 LFA Nürburgring Package...

Lexus is heading back to the legendary Nürburgring this spring to challenge for glory in the 24 Hours endurance race with its LFA supercar. It will be the first time the production LFA is seen in full-blooded competition, taking on one of the world’s most challenging circuits in a marathon test of speed, handling and durability. In two previous outings in the event, development versions of the LFA were raced primarily to help hone performance...

The new Lexus CT 200h is the first full hybrid vehicle to be launched in the premium compact segment. Entering production in late 2010 and set for sale worldwide, the full hybrid model will provide a new gateway to the Lexus range and attract new, younger customers to the brand. The CT 200h was designed and developed with the European market in mind. Lexus’s first five-door compact car, its size, packaging, full hybrid technology and low emissions...

This isn’t your average IS Convertible. It’s 0-60 Magazine’s IS Coupe, a more aggressive, performance-enhanced luxury two-door. Lexus IS 350C by 0-60 Magazine and Design Craft Fabrication highlights: GReddy Performance exhaust system, engine management computer and gauges, Advan Racing Lightweight one piece racing wheels with Continental Performance tires, Brembo Brakes with custom front and rear Big Brake kit (rotors and calipers),...

While many custom-car builders prefer extreme designs, VIP Auto Salon and JTuned.com took a more subtle approach with their IS 350 C. Requiring approximately $15,000 and about one and one-half months of hard labor, the Matador Red IS C features a carbon-fiber hood, carbon-fiber trunk spoiler, a high-performance exhaust system, and custom tires and wheels. Highlights * Joe Z intake pipe and Performance Tube Systems Joe Z series True Dual Header...

Lexus IS 350C F-Sport by TRD As if gracing this IS 350 C with every F-Sport accessory available wasn’t enough, Toyota Racing Development (TRD) took it to the next level with a Vibrance Orange Glow candy paint job and ground effects by Five Axis. Highlights * F-Sport ten spoke 19-inch forged aluminum wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport * F-Sport performance front and rear brake upgrade kit * F-Sport, shocks, lowering spring set and sway...

Toyota Motor Europe announced today the recall of 8 Toyota models in Europe, to solve a potential accelerator pedal issue. The involved models and production periods are as follows: Toyota AYGO (Feb 2005 – Aug 2009) Toyota iQ (Nov 2008 – Nov 2009) Toyota Yaris (Nov 2005 – Sep 2009) Toyota Auris (Oct 2006 – 5 Jan 2010) Toyota Corolla (Oct 2006 – Dec 2009) Toyota Verso (Feb 2009 – 5 Jan 2010) Toyota Avensis (Nov 2008 – Dec 2009) Toyota...

It’s not everyday you see an IS 350 C sporting “Foxy Green” paint and a Seibon carbon-fiber rear wing—unless you happen to be Brian Fox of Fox Marketing. With custom IS F front fenders and side skirts, accented with custom black performance wheels by iForged Sprint, this is one IS C that refuses to be ignored. Engine: * Jashaan Autosports powered by ProCharger Supercharger System (405hp @ 6psi) * ProCharger C-2 Blower * Yonaka Intercooler...

The Lexus LS 460 flagship luxury sedans debut revised styling, new electronics and a new optional performance-tuned Sport Package for 2010. Lexus continues to offer the LS 460 and long-wheelbase LS 460 L, both available in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. In front, the 2010 LS 460 models stand apart with a revised grille, bumper, and headlamps, while rear styling is enhanced with revised taillamps, license plate surround and exhaust diffusers. New side...

Not only does the Lexus LFA deliver thoroughbred supercar performance, the sound it makes is every bit as thrilling. The acoustic performance of the V10 engine and exhaust system has been fine-tuned to create a unmistakeable “soundtrack” that rises from a rumbling note at idle to a nape-tingling red-line wail. The acoustic team studied the noise made by a Formula 1 car at maximum revs, then applied detailed design features to create an...