Over the last few months, many have asked about changes in our plans for this year's show. Well, I'm here to tell you, we're committed to this show the city of Detroit and the success of our industry.

New vehicles and technologies help generate excitement and traffic to our showrooms. We shouldn't let current economic news cloud the great product news to be announced this week. Now, more than ever, while we are so focused on the pressing issues of the moment, let's not lose sight of our future.

Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. will launch a Safety Recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) involving approximately 214,500 Lexus vehicles sold in the United States.

On certain 2006 through 2008 model year GS300/350, IS250/350, and LS460/460L vehicles, Lexus has determined that some ethanol fuels with a low moisture content may corrode the internal surface of the fuel delivery pipes. If this condition occurs, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) in the combination meter may illuminate. Over time, the corrosion may create a pinhole in the fuel delivery pipes resulting in fuel leakage

When Lexus introduced the LS 400 luxury sedan and ES 250 entry-luxury sedan at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the primary question was whether a luxury brand from Toyota could compete in the U.S. luxury market.

Now, 20 years later, Lexus has proven that it can not only compete in the industry, it can lead it. And it’s done that by listening to customers and exceeding their expectations every step of the way. Lexus was created in response to Toyota owners’ wishes for a car that had the quality of their Toyota, but came in a more luxurious package. Since the first Lexus vehicles rolled out of dealers’ showrooms in September 1989, Lexus has emerged a leader in quality, innovation and, most importantly, in customer satisfaction.

Lexus today revealed the 2010 HS 250h, the world’s first dedicated luxury hybrid vehicle, at the North American International Auto Show. The HS 250h will be Lexus’ fourth hybrid and the most fuel-efficient vehicle in its lineup. It also will be the first Lexus to utilize carbon-neutral cological Plastic materials in a new futuristic cockpit and interior design.

A welcomed addition to Lexus’ entry-luxury sedan lineup, the HS 250h fits nicely between the IS luxury sport sedan and the ES luxury sedan. Research has shown that more than 60 percent of entry-luxury car buyers would have considered a hybrid if available, and the HS will provide these consumers with a viable purchase option.

While professional race car drivers display their skills on the famed Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach (TGPLB) street circuit, spectators can test their high-speed driving talents without even wearing a helmet. Lexus will offer race fans attending this year's TGPLB (April 17-20) the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the all-new Lexus IS F high-performance sport sedan while experiencing Sony's Gran Turismo™5 Prologue. Released on April 15, Gran Turismo™5 Prologue is Sony Computer Entertainment America's newest driving simulator for PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™).

"The Dream Team" - W.R. Farrington High School, Honolulu, Hawaii:
This team of eight students focused on educating people around the world about the benefits of renewable energy sources such as wind turbines, solar panels, fuel cells, and hydropower. After learning about the potential positive impact of these alternative sources of energy, including gaining a solid understanding of fuel cell technology, the team spread their message worldwide through videos, blogs and a Web site in multiple languages. They also used social media Web sites to keep the conversation going.

The fourth and final initial round of the Lexus Environmental Challenge motivated hundreds of middle and high school students nationwide to explore what they can do to help address the climate crisis they hear about so often. Sixteen school teams from eight states were recognized today for their outstanding environmental action plans for the "Global Warming, Local Solutions" Challenge.

Lexus expands its talented roster of golf champions with the addition of two-time PGA TOUR winner Charles Howell III. Howell will display a Lexus logo on his apparel and make appearances at Lexus events as a brand ambassador. The sponsorship kicks off at the Northern Trust Open at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif., on Feb. 11, 2008.

Lexus today introduced the Lexus Pebble Beach Collection of vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show. The RX 350 luxury utility vehicle and ES 350 luxury sedan will receive Pebble Beach Edition packages for the first time, extending a relationship with Pebble Beach Company that began in 2003 and has since produced an SC 430 Pebble Beach special edition luxury hardtop convertible every year.

February 4, 2008 - Torrance, CA - The world is on high alert today as the eighth letter of the alphabet abandons its post in society to fulfill a higher calling.*

From the White House campaign trail to Hollywood and beyond, the missing "h" is altering behavior and changing philosophies. The transformation took hold overnight as the popular letter went missing from key landmarks (including the Hollywood sign), computer keyboards, TV game shows and the alphabet in schools. Presidential hopefuls like Hillary Clinton and Mike Huckabee are said to be huddling with advisors.

*ollywood, *arry *oudini and *otels across the country are all in search of new names as h abandons its traditional place in society and moves to a better, more forward thinking place…the rear badging of Lexus hybrid vehicles. In a new campaign from Lexus, the eighth letter of the alphabet abandons its post in society to fulfill its destiny and be part of the Lexus hybrid revolution. School children, business professionals and game show contestants are left to find their way in an h-less world.

February 1, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Green roofs, radon pollution, toxic cleaning products and mold spores are just some of topics addressed when middle and high school students nationwide implemented plans as part of the third phase of the Lexus Environmental Challenge, a program designed by Lexus and Scholastic to educate and empower students to take action to improve the environment. Sixteen school teams from nine states were recognized today for their outstanding environmental action plans for "The Air Factor" Challenge, the third of four challenges.

Lexus has partnered with Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist Alicia Keys, bringing together the passionate artistry of Keys with Lexus' pursuit of perfection. The luxury automaker will support the 32-city, U.S. Lexus Presents the Alicia Keys "As I Am" Tour, kicking off in Hampton, VA on April 18th and concluding at the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City on June 18th.

New York - Proving luxury and eco-consciousness go hand in hand, Lexus Hybrid Living presents two of New York's most exciting 2008 fall fashion events. Starting January 31st, thirty of the world's top designers will come together to present cutting edge, eco-friendly fashions at Manhattan's Gotham Hall. Everything from renewable to reusable will be transformed by fashion's most groundbreaking designers into couture for the exceptional FutureFashion event by Earth Pledge. Lexus Hybrid Living's fashion presence continues on February 5th with the sponsorship of one of fashion's most anticipated ready-to-wear collections-Rodarte.

Streams, lakes, oceans and ponds nationwide got a little cleaner when middle and high school students across the country entered the second phase of the Lexus Environmental Challenge, a program designed by Lexus and Scholastic to educate and empower students to take action to improve the environment. Sixteen school teams from 12 states were recognized today for their outstanding environmental action plans for the "Water Works" Challenge, the second of four challenges.

The engineers and designers at Lexus continue to use their groundbreaking LF-A premium sports car concept as a medium for expressing their ideas about what a high-performance sporting vehicle not only can be, but should be. In this latest expression of the LF-A, they have removed the car's top to create a high-performance roadster.

Lexus today announced the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the all-new 2008 IS F high-performance sport sedan. The IS F is the first production model to wear the new “F” badge and is the fastest Lexus production car ever built. The 2008 IS F launches onto the market carrying a base MSRP of $56,000.

The 2008 Lexus IS F is exclusively powered by a performance-tuned 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 416 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 371 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 5,200 rpm. With the implementation of a dual air intake system, high-flow cylinder heads with titanium intake valves designed by Yamaha, Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and Electrically controlled intake cam (VVT-iE) and other technological advancements, the engine outputs 83.2 hp per liter allowing the IS F to accelerate from 0 to 60 in a blistering 4.6 seconds and achieve a maximum track speed of 170 mph.

Lexus introduces the all-new, more powerful, more capable and more luxurious 2008 LX 570 premium luxury utility vehicle. With a host of technological advancements and a new high-strength chassis, the third-generation LX offers significantly increased performance and new safety features over the LX 470 model it replaces. The all-new roomier eight-passenger LX 570 casts about the same footprint as its award-winning predecessor.