Showing posts with label Lexus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lexus. Show all posts
Friday, 6 January 2012
Lexus to Unveil Sport Coupe Concept Vehicle at North American International Auto Show in Detroit
Lexus releases official LF-LC image
Thanks to the folks at Road & Track, we got our first glimpse at the Detroit-bound Lexus LF-LC concept yesterday, and to follow suit, Lexus has released its first official image showing the new two-plus-two in all its glory. We don't know much about the new coupe, except that the design was "crafted from a clean sheet of paper," and that "the LF-LC blends both high technology and organic shapes to connect the driver to the machine."
Alright then.
We've suggested that the LF-LC could be a Lexus LS-based coupe to take on the likes of the Mercedes-Benz SL and BMW 6 Series, but we won't know exactly what's in store until the concept car is revealed next month. For now, scroll through our attached image galleries – one of the official Lexus shots, the other of the leaked R&T images – and follow the jump for Lexus' brief press release.
Alright then.
We've suggested that the LF-LC could be a Lexus LS-based coupe to take on the likes of the Mercedes-Benz SL and BMW 6 Series, but we won't know exactly what's in store until the concept car is revealed next month. For now, scroll through our attached image galleries – one of the official Lexus shots, the other of the leaked R&T images – and follow the jump for Lexus' brief press release.
PRESS RELEASE.
Lexus to Unveil Sport Coupe Concept Vehicle at North American International Auto Show in Detroit
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 21, 2011 – Taking the new Lexus design direction one step further, the LF-LC 2+2 sport coupe will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit at 1:25 p.m. Eastern time on January 9, 2012.
"Crafted from a clean sheet of paper at the request of Lexus headquarters in Japan, the LF-LC blends both high technology and organic shapes to connect the driver to the machine," said Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president and general manager. "The clean lines of the vehicle emphasize motion, creating a distinctive look for this futuristic sport coupe."
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 21, 2011 – Taking the new Lexus design direction one step further, the LF-LC 2+2 sport coupe will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit at 1:25 p.m. Eastern time on January 9, 2012.
"Crafted from a clean sheet of paper at the request of Lexus headquarters in Japan, the LF-LC blends both high technology and organic shapes to connect the driver to the machine," said Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president and general manager. "The clean lines of the vehicle emphasize motion, creating a distinctive look for this futuristic sport coupe."
2011 Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition revealed
“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;
matte brown wood trim, black and saddle leather-trimmed seats and premium floor mats.
Wednesday, 23 November 2011
CADILLAC READYING SRX-BASED PLUG-IN HYBRID
CADILLAC READYING SRX-BASED PLUG-IN HYBRID
Fresh on the heels of General Motors’ release of the Volt range-extended hybrid, a new report suggests that the automaker is looking to continue its range of hybrid-based offerings by creating a plug-in variant of the SRX crossover. Hit read more for details.
The report is based on knowledge shared by two sources regarding the development of the plug-in hybrid with Reuters, suggesting that the vehicle is intended to help stretch development costs of the Volt across more vehicles.
One of the sources told the news outlet that some of technology used in the Volt would carry over to the SRX-based plug-in hybrid, thus helping to reduce the cost of development on a per vehicle basis through improved economies of scale. The second source says that the CUV would utilize technology that had previously been explored with Buick and Saturn prototypes before being abandoned in 2009.
When contacted by Reuters for questioning, Cadillac spokesman Nick Twork declined to comment, citing the inability to discuss product development for competitive reasons.
Should GM bring this vehicle to market, it would give the automaker a unique offering that would compete with the RX hybrid by Lexus.
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