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Lexus wants to prove that hybrids can be aggressive, too

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Khatir Soltani
When you think about Lexus, one of the first things that come to mind is luxury. Toyota now wants to prove that its premium division is also synonymous with aggressiveness, particularly their hybrid models. That's why they will showcase a highly-modified Lexus CT 200h at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.

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Known as the Five Axis Project CT, the car is complemented by a Five Axis custom wide-body conversion, JDSU “Dark Passage” paint and custom black accents. It sits low on a TEIN Flex coil-over suspension system and custom 19-inch FIVE:AD forged wheels. Also featured are a custom Ultrasuede® EcoDesign™ interior, a custom touch screen interface centre console and a Stoptech High Performance Big Brake Kit up front.

Visitors will also get to see a 552-horsepower Lexus LFA supercar as well as standout vehicles from last year’s SEMA show, including a customized LS600h L by VIP Auto Salon and a revamped RX 450h courtesy of tuner Paul Tolson, EST Styling.
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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