Miami Police Chief Fined Over Free Use of Luxury SUV Feb 1, 2008
Timoney eventually paid the full $54,000 sticker price for the Lexus RX Hybrid SUV. In addition to the fine and reprimand, Timoney must pay $342 in administrative costs. Miami city officials later announced that Timoney would be docked a week's salary, which comes to more than $4,300. (Fox News)
2009 Nissan Murano Feb 1, 2008
Turning a good sketch into fine art. If the Nissan Murano was an unexpected hit the first time out of the family-crossover box, it surely didn't show. (BusinessWeek)
Video B-Roll via On-Demand and Satellite - Toyota Canada Inc. Lowers MSRP on 16 Toyota and Lexus Models Feb 1, 2008
With today's announcement, the 2009 Lexus RX series is launched at lower introductory pricing and MSRP has been reduced for all 2008 Toyota and Lexus models, except models which were already adjusted late in 2007 (Prius, Tundra and Lexus GS series) and 2008 models being cleared out (e. g. Corolla, Matrix, Camry, and RX 350). (Canada Newswire)
Top of the charts Jan 10, 2008
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Hyundai's half-price Mercedes Jan 9, 2008
And most recently, the company advertised its new Veracruz mid-size SUV as being easily confused with the far more expensive Lexus RX. Last updated January 08 2008: 12:32 PM ET. ew fuel economy rules won't kill the performance car, chief engineer says, but the 'Vette will need to adapt. (CNN -- Money / International)
The most overpriced automobiles Jan 7, 2008
For instance, some domestic brands have been pricing not to the market but where they aspire to be, which results in deep incentives and poor residuals, says Banks, who cites the $36,195 Chrysler Pacifica, which was originally priced as competitive with the Lexus RX, as a prime example. More on this story. (MSNBC -- Business)
Most Overpriced Vehicles Jan 6, 2008
For instance, some domestic brands have been pricing not to the market but where they aspire to be, which results in deep incentives and poor residuals, says Banks, who cites the $36,195 , which was originally priced as competitive with the Lexus RX, as a prime example. Automakers run into further trouble when they bring out a model that strays too far from the image of the brand. (Forbes)
'Performance hybrid' designation fading from usage Dec 26, 2007
The 2006 Lexus RX 400h was among gas-electric vehicles touted as "performance hybrids.". Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today)
Lexus Brings Hybrid Living & John Legend to the 2008 Sundance Film Festival Dec 21, 2007
With beautiful Park City as the backdrop, eco-curious celebrities, VIPs, and press will experience unparalleled luxury beginning with complimentary rides to the exclusive site in the world's first luxury hybrid vehicles, including the Lexus RX 400h luxury hybrid utility vehicle and the Lexus LS 600h L luxury hybrid sedan. A modern lifestyle suite, Lexus Hybrid Living will design a model space, featuring selections from organic interior designer Kelly La Plante and using pieces from the Lexus... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fuel-efficiency gauges start appearing in non-hybrids Dec 10, 2007
Lexus RX 400h and Toyota Highlander hybrid SUVs have a power indicator in the instrument cluster with a needle that shows when the truck is drawing the least or most electrical wattage, a possible model for a conventional-vehicle version. Just how much gas can be saved by drivers who are fastidious about using the gauge depends on how they drive, Williamsen says. (USA Today -- Autos)
Lexus RX400h Nov 29, 2007
Lexus RX series stands the test of time ... Lexus RX series stands the test of time Thursday, November 29, 2007 By Don Hammonds, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... That's certainly the case with the 2008 Lexus RX series, the first luxury crossovers years ago, that has styling that remains contemporary and elegant. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com(R) Releases 2008 Residual Value Analysis Nov 14, 2007
"By nature, many specialty vehicles that are produced in low numbers and/or have high performance capabilities will retain their value better than typical vehicles because their special qualities remain desirable to a segment of the used-car-buying public." Hybrid Vehicles Among the models losing ground in resale value year-over-year are several hybrids, including the Lexus GS450h, Lexus RX 400h and Toyota Camry Hybrid. Over the last few years as gas prices rose and consumers looked to more... (PR Newswire)
Details on the 2008 Infiniti EX35 Nov 9, 2007
KEY RIVALS: Lexus RX 350, BMW X3, Acura RDX.. POWER: 3. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Least Fuel-Efficient Hybrids Oct 27, 2007
2007 Lexus RX 400h 4WD. MSRP: $41,180 to $42,580 Estimated yearly fuel cost: $1,733 The V6 engine offers the same horsepower and fuel economy as the Highlander, but costs $8,000 more. (KERO 23, CA)
Hybrid harvest Oct 17, 2007
High class, towing amid bumper crop. The Yukon hybrid console shows the monitoring system that tracks battery power and consumption and also controls the vehicle's stereo. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Luxury cars for fun and fuel efficiency Oct 2, 2007
The Lexus RX 400h is known for its hybrid powertrain, which teams a six-cylinder, 3 ... A list of the most fuel-efficient luxury-brand models includes some impeccably prestigious, comfortable, and well-performing cars, such as the hybrid Lexus RX 400h, the diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec, and even the Porsche Cayman, as unlikely as that may seem for such a high-performance brand ... Pockets of concernNaturally, buyers of some specific models, such as the hybrid Lexus RX 400h SUV, do... (MSNBC -- Business)
In October: Web. 2.0 bigwigs gather, Fox means business Oct 1, 2007
Monday: Federal tax credits for Toyota's hybrids Prius, Camry, Highlander and Lexus RX 400h end. Oct. 9: The Supreme Court hears arguments in a closely watched lawsuit that tests the liability of a company's business partners and advisers if the company defrauds shareholders. (USA Today -- Money)
SUVs among the new gas savers Sep 22, 2007
Bob Golfen The Arizona Republic Sept. 22, 2007 12:00 AM. More fuel-saving hybrid cars and SUVs are hitting the showrooms for 2008, but they're not just gas-sipping compacts anymore. (AZCentral -- News)
Buick Enclave: A family hauler with class Sep 21, 2007
Among the competitors in this field are vehicles such as the Lexus RX 350, Acura MDX, Audi Q7 and even a General Motors sibling of the Enclave, the Cadillac SRX. The crossover field has grown because of its improved ride and fuel economy compared with traditional SUVs. ABOUT BUICK. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Toyota eyes move into auto insurance Sep 17, 2007
He drives a hybrid version of the company's Lexus RX crossover utility vehicle. Improving customer satisfaction, better brand communications and stronger relationships in communities will also contribute toward meeting the target, he said. (Globe and Mail)
Meet Ovi, the Door to a Digital Warehouse Sep 10, 2007
You would probably have to be inside a Lexus RX 350 or a Buick Enclave to enjoy true hi-fi music with a deep convincing bass and crystal-clear trebles. And here is the annoying downside of buying a CD. Out of the baker's dozen of songs, there are probably only two or three that we really like. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Miami police group wants top cop out Sep 5, 2007
The moral is so low that we have taken these drastic measures and it's up to them to do the right thing and that's to fire the chief," Aguilar said after the vote.Deputy Chief Frank Fernandez also received a vote of no confidence with 85.1 percent against him. Accusations against Fernandez include a heavy-handed management style and uneven discipline for officers.A message left for Fernandez with the police department was not immediately returned.The votes are nonbinding, but could impact the... (Florida Today)
Eco-Friendly Vehicles Sep 3, 2007
If you re looking for one as big on style as well as fuel economy, try the Ford Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner Hybrid, Subaru Forester, Jeep Compass, Saturn Vue, Jeep Patriot, Toyota Highlander, Ford Freestyle, Pontiac Torrent, Lexus RX 400h, Nissan Xterra, BMW X3, Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, and the GMC Yukon. Pickups: The Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Sierra Classic and the Silverado Classic in both the C1500 models as well as... (Suite101.com)
Buick's Privileged Enclave Aug 27, 2007
Buick says it is intended to compete with imports such as the , the Lexus RX 350 from Toyota Motor () and the from Ford Motor (). That's a stretch in my opinion, especially when it comes to the MDX (my favorite among those three competitors). (BusinessWeek)
Miami FOP Levels New Accusations Against Timoney Aug 25, 2007
Timoney insisted he broke no laws but acknowledged that his use of the Lexus RX Hybrid provided by the Lexus of Kendall dealership raises ethical questions. Timoney has asked the city manager and the city's ethics board to determine if he did anything wrong. (WFOR.com, FL)
Miami's top cop cruised in free SUV Aug 24, 2007
30-day news archives. "The 900-member Fraternal Order of Police local announced the no-confidence vote for Sept. 4 after WFOR-TV first reported the chief's free use of the Lexus on Monday. Timoney also said he bought the vehicle Wednesday for the full sticker price of $54,000 in an effort to resolve the matter.The local union treasurer, William Scarola, said rank-and-file officers would never be permitted to accept something of value for free."We would definitely be disciplined, possibly all the... (Florida Today)
Hyundai Veracruz offers luxury, value Aug 14, 2007
The Lexus RX 350, Buick Enclave, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia, Acura MDX, Lincoln MKX and others compete for buyers in this segment. VERACRUZING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hyundai does it again Aug 9, 2007
The Lexus RX 350, Buick Enclave, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia, Acura MDX, Lincoln MKX and others compete for buyers in this segment. WHAT'S SPECIAL: The Veracruz, while at the high end of Hyundai's price scale, is still a great value for the money, considering its long list of standard features and its terrific performance. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
In smaller SUVs, some see a lower-cost path to luxury Jul 29, 2007
"That could be because the actual price difference is relatively small. At $38,000, the X3 is about $8,000 short of the X5 -- substantially less than the $10,500 gap separating the two in 2004.The $35,000 figure around which compact luxury SUVs start encroaches on a lot of other territory.Ordinary compact SUVs like the Mazda CX-7 and Honda CR-V can approach that range if they're stacked with options, and larger luxury SUVs like the Lexus RX 350 and Lincoln MKX start at just a few thousand... (Boston Globe)
Greenery to gallery to dockside in Carly Simon's comfort zones Jul 22, 2007
She beckons me and my photographer into her white, hybrid Lexus RX 400h (so much for my rental car). Together with Molly, her Russian poodle, she drives down the road to a house that her son, Ben, has built. (Boston Globe)
Rock star shows opposing taste in cars Jul 20, 2007
I also own a Lexus RX 400h, a hybrid as well. The Toyota is a 2007 and the Lexus a 2006. (MSNBC -- Business)
Toyota says Japanese technology, worker skill at apex at Lexus plant Jun 28, 2007
Except for the Lexus RX produced in Canada, Toyota Motor Corp. produces all Lexus models in Japan the nation that the company acknowledges offers the best in quality manufacturing. Toyota Senior Managing Director Shoji Ikawa said production quality, such as eliminating gaps between parts to a sliver, attained with the first-generation Lexus is now commonplace in Toyota's regular cars such as the Corolla. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Apple on Board? Jun 28, 2007
I test-drove a BMW X5, a Lexus RX 350 (), a Hummer H3 (), and a Land Rover LR2 (), and found none of their in-dash controls intuitive. I also suspect there are a lot of features on these systems that never get used because they're difficult to find, let alone operate. (BusinessWeek)
Enclave crosses over into Buick’s minivan slot Jun 24, 2007
Buick officials said they re positioning the Enclave as a competitor to luxury crossovers, such as the Lexus RX 350 and Acura MDX, which start at more than 38,000 as 2007 models. The addition of the Enclave, which has standard three rows of seats, comes after Buick stopped production of its short-lived, slow-selling Terraza minivan. (Helena Independent Record)
Survey: Ford Tops In Initial Quality Jun 7, 2007
Ford Takes Most Quality Awards, Survey Says - Automotive News Story - KGTV San Diego. Ford Takes Most Quality Awards, Survey Says. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Ford Takes Most Quality Awards, Survey Says Jun 7, 2007
"Mercedes, Toyota Do WellMercedes-Benz and Toyota models capture three segment awards each. Toyota models that receive awards are the 4Runner, Sequoia and Tacoma. Mercedes-Benz earned awards for the E-Class, SL-Class, and the S-Class.The S-Class ties with the Audi A8 (total) for having the fewest quality problems in the industry, with just 72 problems per 100 vehicles."Mercedes-Benz shows dramatic improvement, particularly with its newly-redesigned S-Class, which improves 63 PP100," said... (KCRA 3, CA)
Lincoln's crossover MKX striking, competent Jun 3, 2007
Models like the Lexus RX, now the perennial top seller among luxury sport utilities, were really cars underneath ... It starts at $36,445, including optional all-wheel drive, far less than other luxury models of its size: about $3,000 below the Lexus RX350, about $4,000 less than the Acura, about $7,000 below a Mercedes ML350 ... In the MKX's defense, the Lexus RX is no barn burner, either. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Yellow cabs going green May 27, 2007
May 23, 2007 Nation/Politics. NEW YORK (AP) --The city's yellow taxi fleet will go entirely hybrid within five years, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced yesterday. (Washington Times, DC)
Hay Festival May 25, 2007
He replaced the fleet with a Lexus RX 400h. "It's a hybrid, but it's ridiculously huge, a real Chelsea tractor. I may have to downsize even more. But as soon as there are battery-powered sports cars, I'm going to buy one. And this is the thing: I won't power it from the national grid. I'll power it from a wind turbine on my house or photo cells on the roof - even though I live in Scotland, they should generate enough to power a car.". (Guardian Unlimited)
New York cabs to go fully hybrid by 2012 May 24, 2007
Nearly 400 fuel-efficient hybrids have been tested in the city's taxi fleet over the past 18 months, with models including the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h and the Ford Escape. Under Bloomberg's plan, that number will increase to 1,000 by Oct 2008, then will grow by about 20% each year until 2012, when every yellow cab - currently numbering 13,000 - will be a hybrid. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
NYC taxis to go entirely hybrid by 2012 May 23, 2007
Six models of hybrids have been used on city streets, namely, Toyota Highlander, Lexus RX 400H, Ford Escape, Toyota Prius, Honda Accord and Honda Civic. City officials said the taxis, when fully replaced, are expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 200,000 tons per year. (Xinhuanet, China)
NYC cabs to go hybrid within 5 years May 23, 2007
Hybrid models tested include the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h and the Ford Escape. More than double the mileageThe standard yellow cab vehicle, the Ford Crown Victoria, gets 14 miles per gallon. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Drive to turn NY's yellow cabs green May 23, 2007
" Nearly 400 fuel-efficient hybrids have been tested in the city's taxi fleet over the past 18 months, with models including the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h and the Ford Escape. The city also announced plans to switch buses and rubbish collection lorries to run on hybrid engines when they became available. Mr Bloomberg's decision to announce his environmental plan on national TV also raised the prospect, once again, that he is contemplating running for the... (Scotsman)
NYC's Yellow Cab Fleet Going To Go Hybrid May 23, 2007
New York Yellow Cabs To Go Green By 2012 - Automotive News Story - KGTV San Diego. New York Yellow Cabs To Go Green By 2012. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Time is running out for old yellow cabs May 23, 2007
New York s fleet of yellow taxis will be entirely replaced with environmentally friendly hybrid models as part of a drive by Michael Bloomberg, the Mayor, to cut down on pollution. The city s 13,000 taxis will be converted to hybrid vehicles, which run on a combination of petrol and electricity, over the next five years after a trial by 375 cab drivers. (Times Online)
Bloomberg: Yellow Cabs Must Go Green By 2012 May 23, 2007
The hybrids that have been successfully tested in the city's taxi fleet over the past 18 months include the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h and the Ford Escape. "I'm happy with this hybrid," said one cabbie, who drives a green vehicle that gets around 28 miles per gallon. (CBS New York, NY)
NYC's Taxi Fleet Going Green by 2012 May 22, 2007
By SARA KUGLER Associated Press Writer. May 22, 2007, 9:51 AM EDT NEW YORK -- The city's yellow taxi fleet will go entirely hybrid within five years, Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced Tuesday. (Newsday -- Nation)
Yellow Cabs To Go Entirely Hybrid Within Five Years May 22, 2007
The hybrids that have been successfully tested in the city's taxi fleet over the past 18 months include the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h and the Ford Escape. Bloomberg made the announcement on NBC's "Today" show. (WNBC.com, NY)
Auto designers keep women buyers in mind May 12, 2007
Jan Thompson, vice president of marketing at Nissan North America, talked up women car buyers as Nissan's luxury brand, Infiniti, unveiled at the New York show a concept version of its upcoming EX crossover SUV. Thompson hopes the EX, which will slot below the slightly larger Infiniti FX SUV when it arrives in U.S. showrooms by the end of this year, will garner the kind of attention from women that the Lexus RX has ... The five-passenger EX will be powered by a V-6, offered in rear- and... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Toyota's Hybrid Prius Tops Satisfaction Table May 11, 2007
Subscribe to daily environment news. LONDON - For the first time, a hybrid car, the Toyota Prius, is the highest-ranking model in satisfying owners of new cars, according to an annual survey. (Planet Ark, United States)
Toyota Success In JD Power May 10, 2007
The Honda Jazz was a close third on 864, followed by the Lexus RX (854) and the Skoda Octavia (851). Lexus also came top in the manufacturers' category - for the seventh consecutive year. (CARkeys)
BMW's New, Improved X5 Apr 27, 2007
Still, BMW lags the $37,400 Lexus RX 330/350, which sold more than 6,600 over the same period. However, that number is off 4% from the same period in 2006. (BusinessWeek)
More, more, more| Apr 27, 2007
LEXUS RX 350 XE More luxury for Lexus SUV Staff Reporter Tue, 24 Apr 2007 ... The Lexus RX350 comes with a four-year/100000km full maintenance plan ... Pricing: Lexus RX 350: R486200 Lexus RX 350 XE: R542200. (iAfrica.com)
Lexus RX 350 SUV arrives Apr 25, 2007
Star Motoring - Car Review. Your browser does not support script. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Hyundai's Veracruz entices luxury market Apr 23, 2007
" 2007 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ LIMITED Complaint: Hyundai's problem isn't the Veracruz or any of the other eight vehicle lines it sells in the United States. Hyundai's problem is its "we're cheap" image, which hasn't been helped by marketing that emphasizes price more than it does the quality and integrity of its products. Ride, acceleration and handling: Excellent ride handling. Acceleration is excellent in the flatlands, where the Veracruz easily cruises at highway speeds. But the engine gets a bit... (San Francisco Chronicle)
The 2008 Lexus LS 600h L - hybrid power meets style, quality and comfort to create a new masterpiece of motoring luxury Apr 23, 2007
The best-selling Lexus RX SUV, the acknowledged benchmark in the luxury sport utility vehicle segment, is built for the North American market in Cambridge, Ontario. For more information about Lexus products, and Lexus' pursuit of perfection, visit. (Canada Newswire)
Any questions? Apr 7, 2007
Honda's hybrid Accord and the Lexus RX 400h hybrid SUV both accent increased horsepower over fuel efficiency. Q. It seems to me that most of the cars you review cost more than $40,000, much higher than the average person can afford. (Boston Globe)
Veracruz offers competitive values Apr 7, 2007
In this case, the Veracruz is going to give the Lexus RX 350 a run for its money, especially considering the base price of the Lexus is about 11,000 more ... I had the opportunity to compare the Veracruz GLS with the Lexus RX 350 by driving each vehicle more than 100 miles on wiggly, hilly roads ... Then I got into the Lexus RX 350 and drove this crossover over similar roads. (Helena Independent Record)
Hyundai Pitches Luxury in the U.S. Apr 3, 2007
"Our car is much quieter than the much more expensive Lexus RX," says John Krafcik, vice-president at Hyundai Motor America in charge of product planning ... However, when the Korean carmaker designed the new crossover three years ago, it used the Lexus RX as one of its primary functional targets to make sure the vehicle won't be overshadowed by new models of the Highlander and the Pilot, which will arrive in the U.S. a few months after the Veracruz. (BusinessWeek)
Sources Revealed: Tammy Darvish Mar 14, 2007
I have a Lexus RX 350. There's a Corvette [at the dealership] that I drive once a month. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Top-of-the-Line Recalls Mar 1, 2007
Toyota, which suffered a number of attention-getting recalls last year, called back 367,594 of its Lexus RX line of luxury SUVs because loose clips in the driver's side forward center console could allow carpet to slip and interfere with the accelerator pedal. The company also recalled 28,947 Lexus IS and GS sedans for seat-belt issues. (BusinessWeek)
Consumer Reports Names Best Used Cars For Every Budget Mar 1, 2007
Acura Integra Honda Pilot Lincoln Town Car Toyota 4Runner Acura MDX Honda Prelude Mazda Millenia Toyota Avalon Acura RL Honda S2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata Toyota Camry Acura RSX Infiniti FX Mazda Protege Toyota Camry Solara (except '06) Infiniti G20 Mazda3 Toyota Celica Acura TL Infiniti G35 Nissan Altima Toyota Corolla Acura TSX Infiniti I30,I35 Nissan Maxima Toyota Echo Buick Regal Infiniti QX4 Nissan Pathfinder Toyota Highlander Chevrolet Prizm Lexus ES Pontiac Vibe Toyota Land Cruiser Honda Accord... (PR Newswire)
Toyota picks Mississippi Feb 28, 2007
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC), in Cambridge, Ontario produces the Corolla, Matrix and Lexus RX 350. Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana (TMMI) in Princeton produces the Tundra, Sequoia, and Sienna. (USA Today -- Money)
Mississippi Expects to Be Site of a Toyota Assembly Plant Feb 27, 2007
Initially, the factory will build 150,000 vehicles a year, most likely the Highlander, a crossover vehicle whose sister car is the Lexus RX 350, according to the reports. The plant is to open in 2009. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Ask the Auto Doctor Feb 24, 2007
Dear Doctor: I own a 2000 Lexus RX 300 that has been a great sport utility vehicle. About three years ago a clicking or snapping type noise started coming from the cargo area. (Helena Independent Record)
