May 30, 2008 | Chicago Sun-Times
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.
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
XM Ads Push NavTraffic Service
May 19, 2008 By Matthew Fields XM satellite radio is getting into the traffic information business.
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.
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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