On September 30, Covestro Japan Ltd. announced the adoption of Makroblend UT235M (PC blends) as the substrate material for a large exterior part (luggage panel) on the Lexus ES, now in series production. The component is manufactured by Toyoda Gosei using an IMC process.
IMC combines injection molding and coating in
On September 1, 2026, Toyota announced the world premiere of significantly updated Lexus NX compact SUV. With a new generation hybrid system and newly developed lithium-ion battery for its PHEV variant, the new NX delivers advancements in both driving and environmental performance, with refreshed exterior and interio
On August 10, Lexus announced the return of the eighth-generation Lexus ES sedan’s first-ever battery-electric (BEV) models carrying over for 2027 alongside the 2027 ES 350h hybrid models. 2027 ES models are expected to arrive in U.S. dealerships in September.
Every 2027 Lexus ES shares the new styling introduced las
On July 15, Lexus India started booking for the all-new ES 350h, the self-charging hybrid electric variant of its newly introduced eighth-generation executive sedan. The all-new ES 350h will be manufactured in India. It will share an advanced platform and design philosophy with the ES 500e.
It has a newly developed h
On June 9, Covestro announced that its polycarbonate/ABS material, Bayblend T85X R35 CQ, has been adopted for interior components in the Lexus ES. The material reduces Global Warming Potential (CO₂e) by 25% compared to conventional fossil-based alternatives.
The development was enabled through close collaboration bet
Visteon Corporation announced that its 12.3-inch Narrow Border Driver Display is featured in the recently launched Lexus ES, marking its first production program for Lexus driver information systems.
The display features a full LCD panel with a corner-cut design, ultra-slim border, and ultra-thin profile, as well as
On May 11, Lexus USA announced that it is beginning a new era of in-cabin technology with innovative features and unparalleled performance. The enhanced version of the Lexus Interface multimedia system will make its debut in the 2026 ES before rolling out to future models in the Lexus lineup. Details of the system in
On May 7, Lexus unveiled the all-new TZ, the brand’s first BEV three-row full-size SUV. Market launch is scheduled for winter 2026 for Japan, end of 2026 for the U.S. and 2027 for Europe.
The vehicle measures 5,100 mm in length, 1,990 mm in width, 1,705 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,050 mm. AWD is standard.
Bas
On May 1, Lexus announced that its latest hybrid model has gone on sale in the U.S., joining the eighth-generation Lexus ES first-ever battery-electric (BEV) ES 350e and ES 500e models, on a platform capable of supporting ICE and all-electric powertrains.
The 2026 ES 350h features Lexus' sixth-generation hybrid syst
On March 25, Toyota announced it is recalling several Lexus models in the U.S. over reversing camera images. A total of 144,200 vehicles are affected, including the 2024-2026 Lexus TX350, 2023-2026 Lexus RX350, 2022–2025 Lexus NX350, and 2022–2025 Lexus NX250 models.
Unlike other companies with faulty camera image p
On March 20, Lexus India launched the ES500e, its first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) for the Indian market, for INR 9 million. It is powered by a 74.68 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 252 kW of output, all-wheel drive, and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of about 5.5 seconds with an ARAI-certified driving ran
On March 18, Lexus announced that the eighth-generation Lexus ES is now on sale, at a starting price of USD 48,795, with its first-ever ES 350e and ES 500e battery-electric (BEV) models arriving in U.S. dealerships in April, ahead of the upcoming 2026 ES 350h hybrid models. The all-new 2026 Lexus ES features new styl
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