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Special EventsLexus AWD Event Pits Hybrid Tech Against Gasoline
The inline six-cylinder engine hits the rev limiter and the studded rear tires cut through the ice as the 2001 Lexus IS I’m driving drifts around the track in beautiful fashion. This car along with 14 other IS models on site all belong to my friend and colleague Russ Bond, …
First Drives2021 Lexus IS: In the Shadow of the Germans3.5/5
Lexus has no plans to tap out as it fights to stay relevant in the compact luxury car segment. Despite sales of the IS falling 21 percent from 2018 to 2019, the company is back with a redesigned model. The all-new 2021 Lexus IS has its work cut out for …
MechanicalStudy: The Best Repair Shops for Your Car
This year is quite different from every other due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which is having a significant impact on the auto industry and consumers alike. But get this: while the average cost per visit for maintenance and repair is on the rise, so is satisfaction both at dealerships and …
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