[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/lexus-announces-electric-sports-car\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/lexus-announces-electric-sports-car\/","headline":"Lexus Announces Electric Sports Car","name":"Lexus Announces Electric Sports Car","description":"It seems Lexus is a busy forward-looking company of late… Only last month I wrote about the fine-looking ROV and the NX PHEV concepts, both resplendent in their matching bronze and black colours. While those vehicles might best be described as catering for a more niche market, the recent reveal of a Lexus battery EV sports car might pique the interest of those that the ROV and NX PHEV passed by. The Lexus electric supercar concept is certainly another fine-looking […]","datePublished":"2022-02-17","dateModified":"2022-02-18","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Lexus-Electric-Sports-Car-Concept-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Lexus-Electric-Sports-Car-Concept-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/lexus-announces-electric-sports-car\/","about":["Cars","ELECTRIC CARS","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":549,"keywords":["Electric Sports Car","EV","lexus"],"articleBody":"It seems Lexus is a busy forward-looking company of late…Only last month I wrote about the fine-looking ROV and the NX PHEV concepts, both resplendent in their matching bronze and black colours. While those vehicles might best be described as catering for a more niche market, the recent reveal of a Lexus battery EV sports car might pique the interest of those that the ROV and NX PHEV passed by.The Lexus electric supercar concept is certainly another fine-looking automobile and adds weight to the claim, according to CEO Akio Toyoda, that Lexus long-term forward-thinking plan is to centre the brand on battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).The much-respected Lexus LFA was a 2-seater sports car revealed in the autumn of 2009 at the Tokyo Motor Show. This followed a couple of intriguing concept vehicles appearing as part of the LF Line series of concepts which first appeared in 2003. It\u2019s now been exactly six years since Lexus announced that the company had no immediate plans for a replacement for the LFA anytime soon. It may be that Lexus was already thinking ahead to the electric sports car, as the company say that this EV concept is about reviving the spirit of the Lexus LFA.Lexus\u2019 grand plan is to launch a full BEV line-up by 2030, under the branding of Lexus Electrified. While we don\u2019t have many details yet, Lexus has teased a bold claim for this electric supercar claiming a 0-62mph of just over 2 seconds. It looks like such power will not compromise range either, with a further bold claim of a cruising distance of around 430 miles, thanks – the manufacturer intriguingly says – to the potential use of solid-state batteries. It was only late last year that Forbes described the solid-state car battery as the \u2018knight in shining armour\u2019 for the electric vehicle going forward – solid-state batteries are lithium-metal batteries that utilise solid electrodes and electrolytes.But let\u2019s not get too excited about thoughts of long-distance cruising without worrying about how much charge you have left just yet; it\u2019s estimated that as such batteries are still rather experimental and in the midst of an evolution, we aren\u2019t likely to see anything worthwhile till around 2030 (at least) – just when Lexus aims to have a fleet of EV sports cars on the road, of course. So sitting where are today, still 8 years away from 2030, all this is speculative at best of course – but interesting nonetheless.Lexus also says that with the eventual launch of a fleet of electric vehicles, it will be catering for more diverse driving experience options, as perhaps evidenced by the aforementioned bronzed duo. Toyoda has said that the process towards a fleet of BEVs will allow Lexus to become more attuned to what the customer wants, offering a choice of vehicles tuned to differing lifestyles and recreational pursuits aimed at specific different regions across the globe. It\u2019s clear that Lexus is entering into an exciting and ambitious period of development for the not too distant future, and we can but hope that what we have seen so far all make it to full production.Let us know your thoughts, in the comments below.If you enjoyed this, you may also like: New BMW M8 Competition Coupe, Convertible & 4-door revealed"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Lexus Announces Electric Sports Car","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/lexus-announces-electric-sports-car\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]