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Hybrid/Plug-in HybridToyota Takes Big Step to Solve Hybrid Battery Shortage
When it comes to hybrid and electric vehicles, batteries are the name of the game. We’re talking about capacity and performance, but also the ability to produce enough of them at a reasonable cost. Earlier this year, Toyota and Panasonic announced the creation of a joint venture called Prime Planet …
New ModelsHow Much Does the New 2021 Lexus IS Cost?
Lexus has officially announced Canadian pricing for the redesigned and slightly re-engineered 2021 IS compact luxury sedan, which also benefits from the new Lexus Safety System+ 2.5. The base IS 300 RWD F SPORT Series 1 starts at $42,950. It features a 2.0-litre, turbocharged four-cylinder engine (241 horsepower, 258 pound-feet …
NewsChevrolet, BMW Have the Best Car Seats, Study Finds
Chevrolet and BMW top J.D. Power’s 2020 Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study released a few days ago. Surprised? The former leads all mainstream car brands with four award-winning vehicles. The Sonic, Impala and Equinox are segment winners, while the Silverado is among the three best pickups/vans. On the luxury side, …
News2021 Lexus ES: All-Wheel Drive at Last
The Lexus ES will get all-wheel drive for the first time with the 2021 ES 250 AWD. It will be powered by a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine with a 203-horsepower output. The AWD system will be able to deliver up to 50% of the torque to the rear wheels when …
NewsSubaru, Lexus Once Again Lead Brand Loyalty Ranking
J.D. Power has just released its second annual Automotive Brand Loyalty Study and it should come as no surprise that the same brands dominate the industry. The ranking is based on the percentage of vehicle owners who choose the same brand when trading in or purchasing their next vehicle. J.D.
New ModelsAll-new 2021 Lexus IS Actually Doesn’t Change Much
The current-generation Lexus IS dates back to 2014, so the new 2021 model unveiled today in a virtual premiere was kind of a big deal. However, it turned out to be kind of a dud. Before going any further, you need to know that Lexus and parent company Toyota last …
NewsBell Tolls for the Lexus GS
Lexus has two midsize sedans in its lineup, but pretty soon that will no longer be the case. After three years of rumours, Toyota’s luxury brand has announced that GS production will end in August. The model was initially launched in 1993. As a result, the slightly less spacious and …
Hybrid/Plug-in HybridLexus to Get Own Version of Toyota RAV4 Prime
Toyota and its luxury brand Lexus are known to share a large number of components, especially when it comes to hybrid vehicles. While the former will release its first-ever plug-in hybrid model on the market this summer, namely the 2021 RAV4 Prime , the latter is bound to follow suit …
NewsPlans for Upcoming Toyota, Lexus Models Apparently Leaked
Many rumours are floating around right now about new Toyota and Lexus models, but we seem to have some clarity at last. Per AllCarNews , the automaker detailed its product pipeline at a recent dealer conference and someone took a picture that managed to leak online. Voir cette publication sur …
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