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Sales of the consummate gasoline/electric Toyota Prius hybrid reached a milestone mark of more than one million worldwide, Toyota announced today. Since the Prius first went on sale in Japan in 1997, then in Europe and North America in 2000, total cumulative sales through April 2008 hit 1,028,000 units, with—believe it or not—most units being sold in North America. Toyota says it believes that, compared to emissions of straight gasoline-powered vehicles, this many Prius hybrids on our earth’s roadways have done their eco-friendly part, resulting in a 4.5 million ton reduction in CO2 emissions—that nasty stuff environmentalists and other people who like to breathe believe to be a big cause of global warming. In their quest to build and sell even more fuel efficient vehicles, Toyota also offers other hybrids, such as the Camry and Highlander , and various Lexus models, like the GS 450h and LS 600h sedans and RX 400h luxury crossover SUV. They’re not alone in their efforts, though, as more and more manufacturers are aiming to do the same with their own brand of gasoline/electric hybrid technology, from compact cars to midsize sedans and SUV s.
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News flash: The cost of luxury continues to rise. Toyota Motor Sales has announced updated pricing for a variety of Lexus branded vehicles to take place starting mid May. The revisions see incremental increases in all cases, though the price bumps only impact the models listed below. Base retail prices do not include destination charges. 2008 Lexus IS 250 - $30,855, increases by $300, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus IS 250 AWD - $34,485, increases by $300, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus IS 350 - $36,305, increases by $300, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus ES 350 - $34,120, increases by $300, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus GS 350 - $44,550, increases by $400, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus GS 460 - $46,500, increases by $400, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus GS 450h - $55,800, increases by $900, or 1.6 percent. 2008 Lexus GX 470 - $47,315, increases by $500, or 1.1 percent. 2008 Lexus LS 460 - $62,900, increases by $900, or 1.4 percent. 2008 Lexus LS 460L - $72,900, increases by $900, or 1.4 percent. 2008 Lexus LS 600h L hybrid - $104,900, increases by $900, or 0.9 percent. 2008 Lexus LX 570 - $74,700, increases by $900, or 1.2 percent. 2008 Lexus SC 430 - $66,355, increases by $900, or 1.4 percent. 2008 Lexus RX...
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Lexus has released pricing on its Pebble Beach Collection RX 350 and ES 350 special edition packages, marking the first time that these models have received the Pebble Beach treatment. Production of the Pebble Beach Collection RX and ES is limited to 6,000 vehicles each. The MSRP for the RX 350 Pebble Beach package is $3,880, while the ES 350 package carries an MSRP of $4,170. Lexus has produced an SC 430 Pebble Beach edition every year since 2003. So, what do you get besides exclusivity and sand? Both the RX and ES Pebble Beach models will feature signature colors, unique wheels, popular options, and unique badging. Additionally, Pebble Beach Edition owners will have the opportunity to customize their ownership experience by selecting from one of three distinctive merchandise packages: Callaway Golf Experience, travel, or Epicurean Encounter. Research Lexus in the buyer’s guide. Read our last ES 350 and RX 350 reviews.
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If the Lexus IS F isn't the best factory hot-rod ever, it's in the top 10 of a very hallowed group. To build the IS F, Lexus followed the basic hot rod recipe, which hasn't changed much in 80 years. First, select a small, underpowered, but nice handling car. Next insert the biggest engine that can be shoehorned into the engine bay. In the '60s, racing regulations required car companies to pretend they were selling the same cars they raced: The results included the '62 Ferrari 250 GTO, '69 Ford Mustang Boss 302, and the high-winged, slope-nosed '69 Dodge Charger Daytona. Many others followed the formula without racing intentions, such as the '64 Pontiac GTO. Read the full review of the 2008 Lexus IS F.
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