So you want to build your own CT200h....Here you go, neat little web link to the Darker Side of Green for you to play with. It also will give you all the details and options you might want to know about.
http://http://www.darkersideofgreen.com/showroom/

Let me know what you think

Motor Trend likes the CT200h, Maybe we have a Winner!

Motor Trend has driven the Lexus CT 200h, and was plenty enthused by the experience:

…this car can handle. Quite well, in fact, in spite of its fuel-economy-friendly tires. The chassis is difficult to upset and when it does lose composure, it defaults to gradual understeer, at which point the nannies step back in…The steering is heavier in Sport Mode, which is good because it’s normally very light, but there isn’t a whole lot of feedback.

The most remarkable thing about the CT 200h is how easy it is to forget that you’re driving a hybrid. Regardless of driving mode, transitions to and from electric power and gasoline power are so seamless that you simply forget they’re happening. Power is plenty adequate in most situations, but can leave you wanting when passing or climbing hills. The brakes, meanwhile, are much more linear and dare we say “normal” than Prius brakes, without that two-stage feel when the regen kicks in.

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/hatchbacks/1010_2011_lexus_ct_200h_drive/index.html

The New CT200h gets F'd

Lexus has decided to release the new CT200h with a variety of accessories including F-Sport Tuning parts. Besides the F-Sport sway bar set, lowering springs and what looks like mirror covers, here are some other items you will see available. Check out the European commercial video to get a feel what Lexus is going for. I am not sure what the deal was in the beginning of it with the odd magazine quotes. You make your decision and let me know.

17″ Alloy Wheels (directly inspired by the LF-Ch concept)
All-weather cargo mat
Body-Side Molding (the Lexus chrome stripe)
Car Cover
Cargo net-envelope
Carpet cargo mat
Exhaust tip
First Aid kit
Glass breakage sensor
Illuminated door sills
Lexus Hybrid Drive window sticker
Paint protection film
Premium carpet floor mats
Rear bumper appliqué
Remote engine starter

Motor Trend Drives the New CT200h and like it!

Here are some comments from the test drive they took around LA:

The best way to think of the CT 200h is as a better-looking Prius Sport, if such a model existed. It shares the Prius’ hybrid drivetrain, with its 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and electric motor, but it now has a “Sport” mode that ups the power to the electric motor for an extra boost of speed when you drop the pedal. It won’t give the IS F a run for its money, but it feels noticeably quicker than driving in “Normal” mode, which essentially mimics a Prius.

What we could test was the CT 200h’s ride quality, which was quite good. On the rough pavement that is L.A. city streets, the car rode well and soaked up even large bumps nicely. It’s a tad firmer than you’d expect from a Lexus, given its sporty disposition, but nothing that would scare the average Lexus shopper out of the car.
Around town, the CT 200h feels quick enough for L.A. traffic. Although we didn’t want to risk small-arms fire from other motorists, we found we could get pretty close to the claimed 28 mph limit on battery power alone before the engine kicked on. When it is on, the engine emits a low growl that at least sounds sportier than a Prius.




http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/alternative/1009_2011_lexus_ct_200h_prototype_quick_drive/index.html

Go See a Real Life CT200h this Weekend in NYC

Lexus CT 200h Event in New York City

Two Lexus CT 200h prototypes are making their way around North America, and this weekend’s stop will be High Line Park in New York City.

This event, which is one of just four tour stops in the US, is open to everyone, and provides an unique opportunity to drive Lexus’ newest hybrid months before its official debut — something that still boggles my mind.

As for the event specifics, the CT 200hs will be touring the city on Thursday, making stops in places like Central Park & Union Square, then will be settling down at High Line Park (at the corner of Gansevoort & Washington) for the rest of the weekend. Here are the times:

Friday: 11am-1pm, 4pm-10pm
Saturday: 11am-10pm

http://www.facebook.com/lexus#!/lexus?v=app_2344061033

Real Live CT200h photos

Spotted at the Lexus headquarters in Torrence. It disappeared as quick as it showed up.....

How Would You Like to Drive a New CT200h? Now you can....

Lexus CT 200h U.S. Driving Events

Last week, Lexus announced that Los Angeles residents would get be getting a chance to drive the CT 200h prototype — and now it’s been confirmed that this event will be making its way to three other cities around the country. Here are the dates:

July 29–31: Los AngelesAugust 1: Los Angeles nighttime event
August 6–8: MiamiAugust 9: Miami nighttime event
August 12–14: New York CityAugust 15: New York City nighttime event
August 18–20: ChicagoAugust 21: Chicago nighttime event
Specifics have yet to be announced, but all further details will be posted to the Lexus Facebook page.

http://lexusenthusiast.com/2010/07/19/lexus-ct-200h-u-s-driving-events/

Ride Along in the new CT200h

Autoblog was also in attendance at last week’s small media preview of the Lexus CT 200h, and had this to say about their time in the passenger seat:

Riding along suburban roads near the TME facility, the CT 200h – even in prototype guise – is suitably Lexus-like in its build quality and refinement, yet surprisingly aggressive in its handling. The ride feels well balanced in its damping between comfort and sportiness, and given the instant torque delivery inherent in the electric boost, it never seemed to lack for punch… from the passenger seat, at least.

There’s a limit to what can be experienced from the passenger seat, though it’s all sounding quite positive regardless.

But more than that, Autoblog has a bunch of photos of the Brown Spice Mica CT, including our first clear look at the Lexus Hybrid Drive 1.8L engine:

Check out this great gallery of pictures here:

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/first-ride-2011-lexus-ct-200h

Hybrid Videos of the New CT200h Technology

If you want a great overview that will help you understand or explain Hybrids in general you will love this first video.

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Now this video is all about the particular Hybrid features on the new CT200h.Check it out...

See the New CT200h as a Coupe and Sedan

Turning the CT (Compact Touring) into a CC (Compact Coupe) and a CS (Compact Sedan) would let Lexus compete with both the Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series, and more importantly, would provide another model to help expand the brand’s position in the European market. Certainly makes sense to me. What do you think?

Check out the link for more "real" photos of the new CT200h

http://lexusenthusiast.com/2010/06/14/new-lexus-ct-200h-photos/

The Dark RIde Begins

The interactive Lexus Website for the new CT200h is live. To fully enjoy, make sure you have sound, a web cam, and a Facebook account (they ask for it to start up the program). Very Cool stuff. Check it out.

http://www.lexusdarkride.com/

Straight from the Engineer: Why You Will Love the CT200h

Chief Engineer Osamu Sadakata is the man responsible for the original RX300 and RX400h. He then went on to set the benchmark for Hybrid vehicles in the LS600h. He takes some time at the car show in Geneva to talk about the nuts and bolts of the new CT200h. I think it is going to be his next great achievement. Check it out.....

http://lexusenthusiast.com/2010/04/06/exclusive-interview-with-lexus-ct-200h-chief-engineer/

Being Green Can Be Funny Too....If your Sarah Silverman

TheDailyGreen.com

Sarah Silverman Kills It at Global Warming Debate:

The comedian moderated a raucous discussion between author Amanda Little and skeptic Phelim McAlee

Brian Clark Howard shares his experience at the Lexus Global Warming Debate.

Quotes from the story:

The new Lexus CT 200h hybrid car [is] an undeniably hot car, though I admit I'm already a big fan of sport hatches.

Celebs showed up in force to promote the car, and watch an entertaining debate on climate change hosted by quirky comedian Sarah Silverman.

The Daily Green crew got a good look at the Revered Run from Run-DMC, Zach Braff, model Tyson Beckford, some minor stars from the Twilight movies and a couple of dudes from The Daily Show. We heard that Kevin Bacon and wife Kyra Sedgwick were there, but none of us saw them. Good old-fashioned vinyl was spun by Paul Sevigny, who is Chloe Sevigny's older brother.

http://www.thedailygreen.com/living-green/blogs/recycling-design-technology/sarah-silverman-global-warming-4603010

The Darker Side of Lexus- Join the Dark Side

WELCOME TO THE DARKER SIDE OF GREEN.

Holy Cow Batman, Lexus gets DARK..... I like it, I like it alot!!!!

Check out the website: https://www.darkersideofgreen.com/ride.html#dark-ride

After May 13 the Lexus Enthustiast says you will even be able to drop yourself in the drivers seat and be your own action hero. Read about it at:

http://lexusenthusiast.com/2010/03/30/lexus-ct-200h-dark-ride-trailer-site-and-contest/

The Darker Side Of Green

You have to check out the new CT200h...Check it out. I think this could be the Scion of Lexus.

Now you don't have to search everywhere for the info, check out this link to Lexus.com

http://www.lexus.com/fcv/ct200h.html