Entries in Lexus (4)

Sunday
Feb162020

Android Auto is coming to select Lexus, Ferrari, and Infiniti models

After holding out, three automakers are finally bringing Android Auto into select models. Ferrari, Infiniti, and Lexus already all support Apple's CarPlay platform. Aside from these high-end automakers, one notable holdout is BMW. The car maker is still listed as "Coming soon." 

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Thursday
Feb012018

Toyota and Lexus recalling 645,000 vehicles for air bags that may fail to deploy

Toyota is recalling 645,000 vechilces worldwide for a serious electrical problem that stops airbags from deploying in the event of an accident. This covers Toyota Prius and Lexus RX and NX SUVs. Also covered are some Toyota Alphard, Vellfire, Sienta, Noah, Voxy, Esquire, Probox, Succeed, Corolla, Highlander, Levin and Hilux models. All were produced from May of 2015 to March of 2016.

Toyota says says an open electrical circuit could occur over time. That would set off an air bag warning light and could stop the side and front air bags from deploying. Toyota will notify owners by letter in starting in late March.

Source: CTV News

Saturday
Feb262011

Motoring: Toyota recalls 2.2 million vehicles due to risk of unintended acceleration

Just when things were picking up for Toyota, the carmaker has had to issue another recall affecting 2.2 million vehicles to replace the floor mats, which may get caught on the accelerator and cause gas pedals to stick. Toyota's full release follows after the jump.

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Thursday
Feb172011

Motoring: Lexus LFA Supercar makes Canadian debut with limited run of 10

Lexus' first attempt at a supercar is finally in Canada but will only be available at an extremly limited number of 10 units. Launched at the Canadian International Auto Show this month, motoring enthusiasts will be offered a rare opportunity to see the exclusive Lexus LFA, as the first super car from Lexus makes its Canadian debut.

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