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Lexus’ new LX has a waterproofed hybrid engine


It’s an off-road capable luxury SUV.

By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. Lexus is launching a new LX SUV with a “rugged” hybrid engine that’s capable of surviving some watery excursions. Lexus says its newly designed parallel hybrid system integrates a motor generator with a clutch positioned in between the engine and transmission.

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