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Thinking about going full electric with your next vehicle and are basing your buying decision on a well-known make due to their gas-only cars are among the best? Think again as this Toyota mechanic reviews Lexus’s first electric car and explains why it is such a disappointment.

In a market segment deserted by many competitors, Lexus shines with a new model, introducing a new F Sport H package for ES350 and ES300h models along with a few new interior accouterments. This week I test-drove the 2023 Lexus ES 300h F Sport and this is my review.

Lexus has just released the new 2023 RZ 450e specifications, and we are very surprised by the EPA-estimated range numbers.

Here’s a good example of why you are most likely wasting your money buying auto parts on Amazon. Plus learn how to replace the front-end sensors on a Lexus.

The 2023 Lexus NX 350 F Sport is a subcompact luxury SUV that embodies the Lexus luxury formula with its upscale appearance and well-appointed interior. Despite its impressive aesthetic, the driving still offers a classic interpretation of the Lexus luxury experience.

Consumer Reports’ analysts recently found 10 models that right now are selling below their MSRP sticker price---one of which includes a 2023 Lexus!

Here’s some repair advice from a Toyota mechanic that serves as a warning to used car shoppers and DIY shade tree mechanics on one used Lexus model that can be a nightmare to work on---especially if you live in the rustbelt or buy a used Lexus that previously resided there.

Here’s the latest on a new problem you might find with your Toyota or Lexus vehicle that you can head off with a simple inspection to avoid a sudden and expensive repair. Plus, some common expensive Lexus LS430 problems you will want to be aware of before considering buying a used one.

While Lexus is well-known for its quality-built cars, there are cases of particular models that are prone to have problems that are especially very expensive to fix. As an example, here’s one Lexus model this Toyota mechanic advises against buying. But if you already have one, he provides some good advice on not only how to test your Lexus to see if it has this problem (or is about to develop one), but what you can do to save money toward fixing the problem.

We try out the Lexus ES and discover that it has a lot to offer, but its name may be a bit of a stretch.

The 2022 Lexus NX 450H+ AWD earns the highest score awarded in the U.S. for safety.

Toyota now offers numerous stick-shift manual transmission-equipped cars. Why don’t Lexus buyers have that option?

Are you in the market for a used Lexus and need a recommendation from a respected Toyota/Lexus mechanic? Then here’s your chance to follow along as this mechanic inspects and discuses one model that he states is one of the best Lexus models ever made.

Is the cheapest Lexus still a “LEXUS”? Here is the answer to some important questions revealed by a Toyota mechanic who knows the ins and outs of Lexus vehicles for car shoppers wanting a Lexus at an affordable price but need to know what to expect in terms of Lexus quality, driving performance and reliability from this lowest priced model.

A second glance at the Lexus BEV Sport Concept, today February 14th, has stolen our hearts and engaged our imaginations.

Discover now which 2022 model of the Lexus IS may very well be the best of the last modern day internal combustion engine vehicles before the world goes totally electric.

Toyota delivered more RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles than the Ford Mach-E, Volkswagen ID.4, Hyundai IONIQ5, and multiple other electrified models in the segment.

After years of planning, Toyota finally revealed its electric lineup of vehicles at its Mega Web showroom in Tokyo. Aikido Toyoda, president of Toyota Motor Corporation, enthusiastically presented 13 new BEVs and subtly introduced us to a new business doctrine behind the Toyota Motor Corporation as a whole.

Here’s the latest recommendation from a Toyota/Lexus mechanic on used cars when it comes to finding out just which used Lexus models are the best to buy and which are the ones that should be avoided.

We compare and contrast the known similarities and differences between the Lexus NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle and the Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV. Check out our comprehensive comparison/contrast chart.

Lexus has just launched an updated NX crossover. The big news is that the NX now comes as a plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle. You will also want to know about the infotainment system setup and tires.

We explore the Lexus UX 250 h F SPORT and rediscover New England’s beauty.

Toyota seems to finally have its head in the game and with the debut of the LF-Z concept, it seems they are holding nothing back. Take a look at why this concept is my favorite "EV to come" over the others out there.

New Toyota plug-ins and battery electrics are coming. Did we just see one of them accidentally?

The legendary IS F earns a coda with a new IS500 F SPORT. We review how it will compare to the segment-leading Tesla Model 3.

Is the juice worth the squeeze? I recently reviewed 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible and can now answer this question with confidence. You may have to see this one to believe it.

The octane requirement of vehicles can be tricky, particularly for those who are second or third owners. Here is how to know which gasoline is required to ensure proper operation and to satisfy your warranty requirements.

Lexus RC 350 F Sport really impressed me. It also surprised me. Find out why in my full review (with video).

The Lexus IS 350 AWD comes with a massive cost penalty compared to the Tesla Model 3. Here’s how the math breaks down.

As fans of both the Lexus IS Sports sedan line and the RAV4 Prime’s powertrain, we lament that Lexus has not merged the two. Here’s why.