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Old 01-03-22, 01:30 PM
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According to this article the Lexus badge will soon be replaced by the lettering. I’m old school that I don’t like the constant changes made to these. I’d rather have Lexus keep the logo and not chase after trends. I hate to see Lexus turn into Cadillac where the badge changes every 3 years. I know some people don't like the lettering either.

And some other stuff about the infotainment system.

https://www.carscoops.com/2022/01/le...entire-lineup/

Lexus Will Reportedly Replace Rear-End Badge With Lettering Across Entire Lineup

BY SEBASTIEN BELL | POSTED ONJANUARY 3, 2022 20 FacebookWhatsAppMessengerTwitterRedditPinterestLexus feels it has to spell it out for you and, across the back of its cars at least, will make the switch from its longtime L badge, replacing it with its full name.



Brian Bolain, Lexus’ global head of marketing, recently told Motor Trend that the trend previewed with the 2022 NX will eventually be a brand-wide design choice.

“We need some way to signify that change is coming to Lexus, and this may seem like a dumb way, but it catches your eye,” Bolain told the outlet. The updated LX will be the next vehicle to gain the badge.

The trend is part of a larger industry move towards bold lettering, rather than symbolic badging. Lexus will join Range Rovers, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, the GMC Hummer, and a number of others in choosing to spell its name out over the rear of its vehicles.



Additionally, Lexus is looking to up its infotainment game. Along with Toyota, it has invested millions in a new touch-sensitive infotainment system that’s easier to use and connects to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The company is so excited about the new system that it might not even wait until it’s time for a mid-cycle refresh to add the system to a given model.

“There’s a very quick window, something like 30 months or so, but we’re not waiting for major changes,” Bolain said. “We’re doing it fast.”

The new infotainment was first shown on the Lexus NX and it will soon be found in the LX. It will be offered with two screen sizes. The first will be an eight-inch option while a 14-inch screen will be offered on higher-trim models. With more processing power, the system will be faster and more responsive and will also allow Lexus to implement over-the-air updates.

Finally, the Lexus brand will start to become more differentiated by region, Motor Trend reports.

“One of our real pushes is the need to have more diversity of products and have more respect for the fact that some markets need some things that other markets don’t,” said Bolain. “As we move forward, there will be opportunities for us to satisfy North America, Europe, Asia independently as we spread our wings.”



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Old 01-03-22, 01:36 PM
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The company is so excited about the new system that it might not even wait until it’s time for a mid-cycle refresh to add the system to a given model.
This is why they fail. The infotainment should be capable of being updated at any time. On the badge change looks cheesy to me.
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100% agree, its been discussed on here before.

I love how the guy even admits it seems like a dumb idea lol
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I think the new "LEXUS" wording is fantastic idea
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
I think the new "LEXUS" wording is fantastic idea
I like the looks of it. It gives the rear end an updated crisp, clean understated look without being over the top and trying too hard.
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I don't absolutely hate it, but agree the logo looks way better.
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I don't dislike the look of the LEXUS script, I just think Lexus chasing trends in this way is bad for their brand.
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
I don't dislike the look of the LEXUS script, I just think Lexus chasing trends in this way is bad for their brand.
Bottom line. If it makes Toyota Motor Corp money $$$ with sales and brand awareness...its a good idea.
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Remember when Lexus did their own thing and people loved them for it? I'm having a hard time remembering as well.
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Originally Posted by LeX2K
This is why they fail. The infotainment should be capable of being updated at any time. On the badge change looks cheesy to me.
it has new hardware, not just software... but sure, it supports OTA updates.
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Originally Posted by LeX2K
Remember when Lexus did their own thing and people loved them for it? I'm having a hard time remembering as well.
Lexus has always copied everyone else. They were known to be a boring brand in the 1990s
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Bottom line. If it makes Toyota Motor Corp money $$$ with sales and brand awareness...its a good idea.
Short term benefit for a long term loss.

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Remember when Lexus did their own thing and people loved them for it? I'm having a hard time remembering as well.
Exactly...I would take "boring Lexus" back any day of the week.
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
Short term benefit for a long term loss.
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The Lexus brand is not gonna be damaged because of this name change. You are being negative towards Lexus for the sake of being negative
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Originally Posted by spwolf
it has new hardware, not just software... but sure, it supports OTA updates.
We'll see. Other auto makers promised OTAU and didn't deliver the updates possible were very limited. VW, Jaguar and others.
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I like the badging change and I'm looking forward to the new infotainment system...better late than never! Now, get to work on your grill designs Lexus, and remember...less is more!
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