The word from Wards Auto is that Lexus is contemplating building the next generation of GX on a unibody platform, instead of the body-on-frame construction they currently use. The change essentially means turning the GX into a car based SUV from truck one. Imagine the RX, but bigger, and you'll have a pretty good idea of what a unibody GX would be like.... Read more
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New GX to be Built on Unibody Frame?
May 31, 2012
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New For 2013 RX Claret Mica (3S0)
May 27, 2012
Claret Mica (3S0) is the newest color added to the 2013 Lexus RX palette of colors. Sadly it replaces the brighter and bolder Matador Red (3R1) which came on board early on in the 3rd Gen RX's lifecycle. Claret Mica is a deep plum color which was first introduced on the 2nd Gen GX in 2010. Claret Mica is very reminiscent of Brandywine Metallic (4S6) a color available in limited quantities on later 2nd Generation RX models. ... Read more -
Spring Forward & Update Your Lexus NAV
March 12, 2012
If you haven't done so by now, remember to advance your Lexus digital clock and Navigation to Daylight Savings Time.... Read more -
Lexus Techs Save Hawk Caught in Grill of GX 460
October 20, 2011
Generally, you figure if you hit a creature at 60MPH, it's a goner. But one lucky red-tail hawk in Texas managed to survive just that! Of course, some patient Lexus techs also had a hand in this crazy story.... Read more -
Lexus Announces Prices for 2012 Models
August 29, 2011
Lexus has announced prices on its 2012 models, ranging from the CT 200h hybrid to the LS 600h L luxury hybrid sedan. Good news? The MSRPs for more than half of the Lexus lineup will remain unchanged from the 2011 model year.... Read more -
Lexus Earns Four Segment Awards in 2011 From J.D. Power
June 24, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., received a combined four segment awards in the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS). Lexus earned the honor as the highest ranking nameplate in the industry, while the Toyota Division moved up 14 positions to place seventh.... Read more -
2011 Lexus GX Review
May 13, 2011
The 2011 Lexus GX remains unchanged for the 2011 model year. It underwent a major overhaul in 2010, so it stays pretty much the same for this year. The GX 460 is a mid-size luxury SUV that competes with the Land Rover LR4 and the Mercedes Benz M-Class.... Read more -
Lexus Wins Edmunds' "Best Retained Value" for Luxury Makes
April 21, 2011
Lexus led the luxury segment in the Edmunds.com inaugural Best Retained Value Awards. Lexus won the 2011 brand award for luxury makes and took four categories earning twice as many awards than the next luxury brand.... Read more -
Toyota and Lexus Dominate '2011 Best Overall Value of the Year Awards' from IntelliChoice
February 6, 2011
Some good news for Lexus in 2011! Lexus leads all luxury makes in taking four segment award trophies. Check out past the jump for all details!... Read more -
Update for GX 460 Recall Now Available at Lexus Dealers
April 29, 2010
A statement from Mark Templin Lexus Group Vice President and General Manager: April 29, 2010 - Torrance, CA - "I'm happy to announce that an update for the 2010 GX 460 vehicle stability control system is now available at Lexus dealers nationwide. Our dealers began contacting customers yesterday offering to make arrangements to perform the update, and we expect them to get in touch with most GX owners within one week. With the revision now in place, we are also resuming sales of the 2010 GX 460. We are confident that the update will make the performance of the GX even better for our customers.... Read more
