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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing and Lexus held the GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LFA Concept World Premiere. The event footage is available on YouTube.
The GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LFA Concept World Premiere was live streamed on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. JST. The time was subject to change. The language was Japanese / English (English interpretation provided).
Key Toyota figures including Akio Toyoda, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Simon Humphries, Operating Officer and Chief Branding Officer, were present at the event.
Simon Humphries discussed the journey of Lexus and GR, highlighting the determination to create exciting cars. He introduced the GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LFA Concept, emphasizing their shared platform and the integration of racing technology into road cars.
The GR GT3 racecar features a 4-liter V8 twin-turbo engine, a rigid aluminum spaceframe, and state-of-the-art aerodynamics. It's engineered for confidence in all situations and emphasizes the communication between driver and car. Sound engineering is a key focus, especially during deceleration and braking.
The GR GT road car shares the DNA of its racing counterpart with the same V8 twin-turbo engine but with hybrid power. It's designed to be circuit-ready and easy to drive around town, integrating the expertise of production car test drivers and racing drivers.
Akio Toyoda reflected on the journey of car-making, emphasizing the importance of like-minded colleagues and the 'secret sauce' derived from past humiliations. He expressed his commitment to entrusting the car-making endeavor to future generations, ensuring that the joy of driving remains alive.
Toyota Motor Corporation is dedicated to developing innovative, safe, and high-quality products and services, aligning with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals for a safer, greener, and more inclusive society.