News Releases
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September 15, 2011
2012 Lexus Safety Feature SummaryLexus engineers its vehicles with advanced passive safety technology, founded in a body structure equipped with front and rear crumple zones. Lexus models are equipped with pretensioners and force limiters on the front seatbelts, and most models feature them on the rear outboard seatbelts, as well. (more) |
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August 26, 2011
Lexus Announces Prices for 2012 ModelsTORRANCE, Calif. (August 26, 2011) – Lexus today announced Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) on its 2012 models ranging from the CT 200h hybrid premium compact to the LS 600h L premium luxury hybrid sedan. The MSRP for more than half of the Lexus lineup will remain unchanged from the 2011 model year. The new Lexus vehicles will arrive at dealerships later this summer through early fall. The MSRPs do not include a delivery, processing and handling fee of $875.(more) |
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August 11, 2011
Lexus ES 350 Cruises in Luxury and with Style Using Regular FuelThe ES 350 entry luxury sedan continues to be a Lexus favorite with its comfortable cabin and smooth ride. With a plethora of standard amenities, such as 17-inch wheels, moonroof, 10-way power adjustable front seats, leather-trimmed seats and a multi-information display, the ES continues to impress new and loyal consumers. The ES 350 cruises into the 2012 model year virtually unchanged except for the new Nebula Gray Pearl exterior, which replaces Smoky Granite Mica; and the discontinuation of Peridot Mica.(more) |
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June 23, 2011
Lexus Earns Four Segment Awards in J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Initial Quality StudyTORRANCE, Calif., June 23, 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. (more) |
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March 31, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Price Increase for 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus ModelsTORRANCE, Calif., March 31, 2011 - - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) increases today for most 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus models. (more) |
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March 17, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Comments on J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Vehicle Dependability StudyJ.D. Power and Associates today announced the results from their 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), covering 2008 model year vehicles. (more) |
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January 18, 2011
Sometimes, You Have to Do Things The Hard WayThere’s the easy way, and there’s the Lexus way. A lone crane slowly lifts the front end of a Lexus LS, then a second vehicle is attached using cables and stretch bars, then another and another and finally, a fifth Lexus vehicle is suspended in midair from the crane, using no support other than the strength of the LS. The gravity-defying vehicles aren’t a figment of your imagination or a camera trick. They are part of a new advertising campaign from the automaker, which debuted on Jan. 16. (more) |
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December 03, 2010
Toyota Announces Prices for 2011 Corolla and MatrixToyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2011 Corolla and Matrix. MSRP adjustments were also announced on 13 current 2011 Toyota models including Yaris Liftback and Yaris Sedan, Camry and Camry Hybrid, Avalon, RAV4, Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, Venza, 4Runner, Sienna, Sequoia and Land Cruiser. MSRP adjustments were also announced on all 2011 Lexus models. (more) |
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July 21, 2010
Lexus Safety Feature SummaryLexus engineers its vehicles with advanced passive safety technology, founded in a body structure equipped with front and rear crumple zones. (more) |
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July 21, 2010
Lexus Technology SummaryLexus integrates advanced technology in all its vehicles, with a focus on enhancing ease of use, comfort, and driving pleasure. (more) |
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July 16, 2010
Lexus Announces Prices for 2011 ModelsLexus today announced Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) on its 2011 models ranging from the luxury IS sport sedan to the flagship luxury hybrid sedan LS 600h L. (more) |
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July 16, 2010
Lexus ES 350 Continues to Symbolize Luxury and StyleAfter amenity upgrades and styling enhancements last year, the Lexus ES 350 cruises into the 2011 model year using 87-octane regular fuel. 2011 ES 350 customers will continue to enjoy a smooth and quiet ride as the cost of ownership is reduced. (more) |
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May 23, 2010
Lexus Update: Our Response to the Los Angeles Times on Lexus ES 300/330 Drivetrain IssueLexus objects to the Los Angeles Times’ portrayal of how the company responded to customer concerns regarding a drivetrain issue in the 2002-2006 Lexus ES300/330 (“Toyota Kept Lexus Issue from Buyers” May 23, 2010). (more) |
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February 22, 2010
Toyota Extends Brake Override System to Provide an Additional Measure of Customer ConfidenceToyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc, today announced that it will install a brake override feature on an expanded range of customers’ vehicles to provide an additional measure of confidence. This braking system enhancement will automatically reduce engine power when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are applied simultaneously under certain driving conditions. (more) |
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February 03, 2010
Customer FAQs Regarding the Sticking Accelerator Pedal and Floor Mat Pedal Entrapment RecallsFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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February 01, 2010
Toyota Answers Customer Questions About The Solution For Sticking Accelerator PedalsFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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January 29, 2010
Toyota Answers Questions About the Sticking Accelerator Pedal RecallFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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January 22, 2010
Frequently Asked Questions For Sticking Accelerator Pedal Recall and Suspension of SalesFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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November 25, 2009
Lexus Announces Pricing for 2010 LS 600h L, Price Adjustments on select Lexus ModelsLexus today announced a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $108,800 for the enhanced 2010 LS 600h L premium luxury hybrid sedan which will arrive at dealerships later this month. MSRP adjustments were also announced on select current 2010 Lexus models including HS 250h, ES 350, IS 250, IS 350, IS 250C, IS 350C, IS F, GS 350, GS 460, GS 450h , LS 460, SC 430, RX 350, RX 450h and LX 570. (more) |
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November 25, 2009
Toyota Announces Details of Remedy to Address Potential Accelerator Pedal EntrapmentToyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) announced today details of the vehicle-based remedy to address the root cause of the potential risk for floor mat entrapment of accelerator pedals in certain Toyota and Lexus models. Toyota issued a consumer safety advisory on September 29 on this issue and has, as an interim measure, commenced the mailing of safety notices to certain Toyota and Lexus owners on October 30.The models involved are: 2007 to 2010 MY (model year) Camry, 2005 to 2010 MY Avalon, 2004 to 2009 MY Prius, 2005 to 2010 MY Tacoma, 2007 to 2010 MY Tundra, 2007 to 2010 MY ES350, 2006 to 2010 MY IS250, and 2006 to 2010 MY IS 350. (more) |