Toyota to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026 On December 17, it was reported that Toyota plans to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026, expanding its portfolio as well as Lexus’. The announcement was made by Toyota Argentina President Gustavo Salinas, who detailed the rollout schedule during a press conference. The most significant launch will be the Yaris Cross, which has already secured more than 2,000 reservations...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

recall for 1,024,407 vehicles in the U.S. because of a rearview camera image that may not display,  according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Transport Canada says in a recall notice that 99,178 vehicles are affected in Canada. Toyota is recalling 102 Toyota and Lexus models from the 2022-2026 model years, as well as Subaru Solterra vehicles, equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. The recall cove...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

Lexus India RX sales surge 18% year-to-date On October 7, 2025, Lexus India announced that its RX SUV posted an 18% sales increase for January–September 2025 compared to the same period last year. In September, RX sales grew 38% Y-o-Y. Across the portfolio, Lexus SUVs led by the NX, RX, and LX delivered a 58% growth in September compared to last year, accounting for 54% of Lexus India’s total September sales. The RX continues to be a key cont...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Toyota recalls 591,377 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in U.S. for faulty displays On September 17, Toyota announced it is recalling 591,377 vehicles in the U.S. over the 12.3-inch display of the instrument panel that may be blank at startup due to an error in the instrument panel software, failing to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights. The defective components were manufactured at Denso Corp. plants in Japan and Noth...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

Toyota to end Lexus ES production in U.S., import next-gen from Japan Toyota Motor Corp. plans to consolidate production of its Lexus brand cars in the U.S. into a single location from two in the face of high tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and resultant pressure of cost increases. A Nikkei Asia report on September 9 said the move is aimed at strengthening U.S. production of hybrid vehicles while shifting some production of high-end L...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

market. Magna Steyr’s Graz plant, Austria, which manufactures the BMW Z4, received the Platinum Plant Quality Award for 20 PP100 defects. Gold Plant Quality Awards for North/South America, in a tie, went to Toyota Motor Corporation’s Cambridge South plant in Ontario, Canada, which produces the Lexus RX, and Toyota Motor Corporation’s Georgetown 3, Kentucky, plant, which produces the Lexus ES. The Gold Plant Quality Award for the Asia Pacif...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28

Lexus India Reports 19% Growth in FY 2025 On April 8, Lexus India announced a 19% growth in sales for the fiscal year 2024–25 ending March compared to the previous fiscal year. In the first quarter of 2025, it recorded a 17% year-on-year increase, with the NX model leading the sales momentum, followed by strong demand for the LM model. In March 2025, Lexus India posted a 61% growth over March 2024. The NX model experienced growth during the mon...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/09

Lexus expands 2025 RZ all-electric lineup with entry grade in U.S. On November 15, Lexus announced that the Lexus RZ electric lineup is now offered in three grades, including a new entry-level grade (RZ 300e, RZ 450e AWD), Premium (RZ 300e Premium, RZ 450e Premium) and Luxury (RZ 300e Luxury, RZ 450e AWD Luxury). The 2025 RZ is built on the e-TNGA platform at the Motomachi Plant in Toyota City, Japan, and goes on sale in the U.S. later in 2024. ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/16

Lexus India sales grew by 10% in first nine months of CY 2024 On October 8, Lexus India reported a 10% increase in sales for the calendar year up to September 2024 compared to the same period last year. Additionally, it noted an 8% sales growth in the second quarter compared to the first quarter of FY 2024-25. The 'Made in India' ES model continues to be the top contributor, accounting for 52% of total sales. The quarter also saw a significant de...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/08

Lexus announces arrival of 2024 GX model in Argentina On September 26, it was announced that Lexus will introduce its 2024 GX model in Argentina. The E-segment (large) off-road vehicle features the GA-F platform and is likely to be equipped with a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, delivering 350 hp and 650 Nm, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 4x4 drive with a low-range gearbox and differential locks. Specifically in Argentina, this...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/27

d in Japan. Therefore, on July 31, Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) sent a summary of the cases to authorities in those countries and requested them to recheck the compliance with the standards. The six models are the past production models of the Prius α, the Lexus RX, and the Camry, and the current production models of the RAV4, the Harrier, and the Lexus LM. The Prius α was certified in the U.K., and the...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/02

the most model-level awards is the Hyundai Motor Group with seven.  •    Hyundai Motor Group: Genesis GV60, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Carnival, Kia EV6, Kia EV9, Kia Forte and Kia K5. •    BMW AG: BMW 2 Series, BMW 7 Series, BMW iX, BMW X4 and MINI Countryman•    Toyota Motor Corporation: Lexus LC, Lexus RX and Toyota Tacoma.•    Stellantis NV: Alfa Romeo Giulia and Jeep Wagoneer•    Nissan Motor Co., Ltd: Nissan Titan•    V...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/27

Lexus India records 14% sales growth in the first half of 2024 On July 9, Lexus India announced a 14% increase in sales during the first half of 2024. Its 'Make in India' the ES sedan accounted for 55% of total sales from January to June 2024. The growth in sales was particularly propelled by the SUV segment, which experienced a 60% rise compared to the same period last year, primarily due to models such as the RX and NX. Based on Lexus India's p...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/09

Lexus India commences deliveries of RX 500h F SPORT Performance SUV On March 7, Lexus India commenced the deliveries for its fifth-generation luxury SUV, Lexus RX 500h F SPORT Performance which comes for a starting price of INR 11.8 million. It features a DIRECT4 hybrid electric system, combining a 2.4-liter inline-four-cylinder engine with a high-power motor.Its features include dynamic radar cruise control, Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Lane Depar...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/13

Lexus, Toyota lead J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study On February 8, J.D. Power released its 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), based on responses from 30,595 original owners of 2021 model-year vehicles after three years of ownership, which shows increased levels of problems reported for nearly two-thirds of brands studied. Lexus ranked highest overall in vehicle dependability for a second consecutive year, with a score of...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/10

Toyota recalls one million 2020-2022 Toyota, Lexus vehicles in U.S. over air bag sensors On December 20, Toyota announced it is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2020-2022 Toyota and Lexus models in the U.S.  Approximately 1 million vehicles are involved in this recall, including the 2020-21 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid; 2020-22 Camry and Camry Hybrid; 2020-21 Corolla; 2020-21 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid; 2020-21 RAV4 and RAV4...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/21

Motor Expo will be hosted in Bangkok with the concept of “Mobility: Imagination and Beyond”. The 40 car brands from 11 countries and 23 motorcycle makers from 7 countries joining this event include Aion, Audi, Bentley, BMW, BYD, Changan, Ford, Great Wall Motor, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lotus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MINI, Mitsubishi, Moke, Neta, Nex, Nissan, Peugeot, POCCO, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki, Tata, Tesla, Toy...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/29

loped with Pony.ai and exhibited the Toyota Space intelligent cockpit planned and developed by a team of Toyota China engineers for Chinese customers. In the Diversification exhibition area, Toyota exhibited various wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) such as the Toyota Ace commercial WAV and the Lexus RX350h WAV with an MPC (Multi-Purpose Cargo), as well as the latest technologies achievements such as rehabilitation assistance robots and elect...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/08

Lexus to launch 2024 RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid in U.S. by end of 2023 On August 1, Lexus added a much-anticipated plug-in hybrid to its lineup with the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+.The RX-first plug-in hybrid will be available in the U.S. by the end of 2023.Powered by a high-capacity lithium-ion battery paired with a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (shared with NX), the 2024 RX 450h+ hybrid system has an estimated 35-mile driving range rating on electric...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/03

te list of award recipients includes:   •  Hyundai Motor Group: Genesis GV60, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Kia Carnival, Kia EV6, Kia Forte, Kia K5, Kia Rio, Kia Stinger and Kia Telluride   •  BMW AG: BMW 7 Series, BMW X4, BMW iX, MINI Cooper and MINI Countryman   •  Toyota Motor Corporation: Lexus IS, Lexus RX and Toyota Sequoia   •  Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.: Nissan Ariya and Nissan Titan   •  Volkswagen AG: Porsche 911 and Porsche...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/21