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Lexus News Archives

Lexus News Archives for May 2008

May 30, 2008 | Chicago Sun-Times

Photos: Lexus ES 350

The 2008 Lexus ES 350 has a base price $34,585. It comes equipped with 3.5-liter, 272-horsepower V-6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission.

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Related Topix: Lexus Es, Autos

Wed May 28, 2008

The Globe and Mail

Top 2008-model vehicles

Small specialty under $25,000: Volvo C30 Convertible under $30,000: Ford Mustang Convertible over $30,000: Chevrolet Corvette, Mercedes SL Minivan: Honda Odyssey Small sport utility vehicle: Hyundai Santa Fe ...

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Related Topix: Ford Mustang Convertible, Ford, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet, Toyota, Honda Odyssey, Honda, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai

Mon May 26, 2008

ABC News

Survey: Ladies Dig Guys With 'Green' Rides

What do women find sexy? Hybrids. They're chick magnets. Model Elettra Rossellini Wiedemann Launches new Lexus Hybride Range during Madrid International Car Show at IFEMA, on May 22,2008 in Madrid, Spain.

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Related Topix: Automakers, General Motors, Spain, World News, Toyota Prius, Toyota, Pontiac Aztek, Pontiac

Sat May 24, 2008

Motor Trend

Toyota to start issuing its own credit cards

Learning from the success of the Lexus-branded credit card, Toyota is introducing a similar card for the Toyota brand.

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Related Topix: Autos

Thu May 22, 2008

KING5 Seattle News

Acura TSX impresses with gizmos, high technology

Americans love their imported cars - just ask GM, Ford and Chrysler. Some buyers prefer Euro brands, and others lean toward Asia.

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Related Topix: Infiniti, Marketing, Gadgets, Acura, Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Honda

Wed May 21, 2008

Twice

Dell To Eventually Rebrand XPS, Concentrate Gaming Under Alienware

Dell will reposition its XPS brand as a premium performance line for consumers by eventually phasing out gamer-targeted XPS models and focusing all of its gaming efforts on its Alienware brand, which it ...

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Related Topix: Computers, Laptops/Notebooks

Mon May 19, 2008

Technology Marketing

XM Ads Push NavTraffic Service

May 19, 2008 By Matthew Fields XM satellite radio is getting into the traffic information business.

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Related Topix: Electronics, White Plains, NY

Sun May 18, 2008

The New Zealand Herald

Petrol power remains king

Never mind the planet - feel the luxury. While makers of massive prestige off-roaders are gravitating towards torquey-but-relatively-thrifty diesel engines, the new Lexus LX570 still sticks with petrol power.

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Related Topix: Toyota, Toyota Land Cruiser

Fri May 16, 2008

Detroit Free Press

Small, midsize cars strong

“Smaller vehicles are going over big”

By BRENT SNAVELY * FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER * May 1, 2008 Toyota Motor Corp. said today that its April sales were hurt by high oil and gas prices, but the company still managed to boost overall sales by 3.4% ... via Detroit Free Press

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Related Topix: Automakers, Toyota Motor, Toyota, Toyota Prius, Autos

Wed May 14, 2008

MarketWatch

Auto Review: 2008 Lexus is F -- When is an 'F' an 'a'?

There was the teacher - perfectly content with the star pupil. All "A's" on the report card, wonderful disposition in class, and perfect deportment. via MarketWatch

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Mon May 12, 2008

Manchester Evening News

Drivers pleased with 'green' car

Peter Woodman 8/ 5/2008 THE hybrid electric Toyota Prius not only makes environmentalists happy - but drivers too. via Manchester Evening News

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Related Topix: Toyota, Toyota Prius, Advertising

Sat May 10, 2008

Motor Trend

Genesis could give Hyundai confidence to add a premium brand

“It would cost about a half-billion dollars to set up. It will take at least 13 years to make it break even”

Posted Today 06:52 AM by Todd Lassa Filed under: Editorial , Motor City Blogman , Hyundai SEOUL - If the 2009 Genesis luxury sedan is successful in the marketplace, it will give Hyundai confidence to launch a ... via Motor Trend

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Related Topix: South Korea, World News, Asia, Opinion

Thu May 08, 2008

Daily India

Toyota Prius declared Britain's most iconic car

“The Prius has iconic status thanks to its green credentials, now it's also the watchword for satisfaction and reliability.”

London, May 8: The hybrid Toyota Prius car has triumphed in a major satisfaction survey and has attained an iconic status due to high satisfaction levels with the model's quality and reliability. via Daily India

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Related Topix: Toyota Prius, Toyota

Miami's Community Newspapers

Overnight deliveries okayed for W. Kendall Lexus dealer

“I close my bedroom door every night, blocking light reflections from the Lexus building into the second floor of my home.”

Overnight unloading of cars at Lexus of West Kendall may help relieve SW 137th Avenue traffic congestion. via Miami's Community Newspapers

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Related Topix: Coral Gables, FL

Tue May 06, 2008

SavannahNow

Luxury cars are still affordable if you know what to buy

NORFOLK, Va. - It seems we're all feeling a little lighter in the wallets these days and even luxury-car buyers are feeling the pinch. via SavannahNow

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Related Topix: Lexus Es, Acura, Acura RL

Sun May 04, 2008

Hybrid Review

Toyota Increases Prices on Their Hybrids

Alright, not just their hybrid car prices are being increased, but since hybrids is what I'm interested in, that's what I'm going to concentrate on. via Hybrid Review

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Related Topix: Torrance, CA, Toyota Yaris, Toyota

Sat May 03, 2008

Sun-Times News Group

Dealers hope for brighter days after car sales drop

“I'm looking forward to a revitalization of the human spirit.”

Buying a new car is the most significant purchase most people make, next to buying a house. via Sun-Times News Group

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Related Topix: Auto Dealers, Glenview, IL, Winnetka, IL

Thu May 01, 2008

Motor Age

Tenneco on the go with new Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System now on Toyota LandCruisers

“The growth in our ride control business is driven by customers who want improved handling and stability and unique ride characteristics that help differentiate their vehicles”

Patented Kinetic suspension technology from Tenneco Inc. is supplying ride control on the 2008 Toyota LandCruiser 200. via Motor Age

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Related Topix: Manufacturing, Automakers, Tenneco Automotive, Toyota, Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus Gx470

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