AI Auto Podcast S7E30: Lexus’ Bold Electrification Move – Right on Time

About this episode

The episode features an exclusive test drive of the 2027 Lexus ES and a discussion with Lexus marketing executive Sam Wintermyer about the brand's electrification strategy.

In this episode, we’re in La Jolla, California for an exclusive test drive of the 2027 Lexus ES — now available as both a hybrid and full EV — plus our first look at the all-new three-row 100% electric TZ SUV. We sit down with Lexus marketing executive Sam Wintermyer to discuss why this electrification strategy is landing at exactly the right moment for the iconic Japanese luxury brand, balancing heritage, performance, and the evolving demands of luxury buyers.

People in this episode

Host: Javier Mota

Guest: Sam Wintermyer

Topics covered

• electrification
• luxury automotive
• hybrid vehicles
• electric vehicles
• Lexus
• test drive

Keywords

• Lexus
• 2027 Lexus ES
• TZ SUV
• electrification
• luxury cars
• hybrid
• EV
• test drive

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lexus

Products: 2027 Lexus ES, TZ SUV

Places: La Jolla, California

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