Detroit City Buzz Examiner, Lexus CT200h Hybrid Visit Detroit Lexus Dealer

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Maxsar CGI Digital Studios creates new entertainment... Maxsar CGI Digital Studios creates new entertainment... Maxsar CGI Digital Studios creates new entertainment... Hit and Run driver leave Detroit area Paramedic injured Michigan students of film & video sought for 43rd... Detroit News Top News Wendy Clem Detroit City Buzz Examiner Subscribe Sponsor an Examiner Meade and Edwards make a winning combo for a cold winter night February 18th, 2011 1:57 am ET Do you like this Article? Like One like. Sign Up to see what your friends like. Meade Lexus of Southfield was the scene for a gathering of car enthusiasts and foodies when the newest member of the Lexus fam literally lit up the showroom floor last week. Although the CT200h hybrid was highlighted at the 2011 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January, it needed a night of its own, on its own turf, to really shine. Auto fans and experts alike attended and took part in close-up views and info on the displayed cars, giveaways and some pretty great food, courtesy of Edwards Café and Caterer of Northville. As the fifth addition to Lexushybrid lineup, the CT200h may be the least expensive of the brand yet — at less than $30,000. Priced for about $1,000 more than a hybrid on the non-luxury category, it nevertheless provides the same safety standards and elegance as that of previous Lexus hybrids. The 2011 CT200h, which is categorized as a luxury hybrid, claims the highest combined fuel savings in the luxury segment — with 43 miles to the gallon in the city. What that also equals in eco impact is 60 percent fewer emissions in smog than retained by the average car. Stressing the limited number of models that will be manufactured, Lexus officials at the Meade event happily steered potential buyers through the extras offered in the vehicles. Test drivers were also on hand to describe the quality of the ride, energy savings and some of the innovative perks — such as the change in the dashboard color when different variations are used in the cars power. The new Lexus hybrid comes in some interesting new colors. Photo: Wendy Clem 21 Metro Detroit health providers caught in federal Medicare fraud dragnet Breaking training- Miguel Cabrera busted for DUI in Florida Detroit man arraigned in Wastenaw County burglary DEA announces historic PCP seizure in Detroit Ypsilanti man faces sentencing for attempted theft from bank night deposit box Hazel Park teen robbed, murdered View all of Wendy's articles Print Email Slideshow: The Meade Lexus of Southfield Debut Related articles Listen up, pilgrim, you might not have John Wayne's... More info $49.00 51% View more events in Detroit FRI 18 SAT 19 SUN 20 MON 21 TUE 22 WED 23 THU 24 Today's events Detroit Zoo University of Michigan – Museum of Art University of Michigan – Museum of Art 2010 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition Out of the Ordinary: Selections from the Bohlen ... Mai-Thu Perret: An Ideal for Living Offer of the day Detroit Events Log in HOME ENTERTAINMENT SPORT & RECREATION FAMILY & HOME LIFESTYLE HEALTH & BEAUTY NEWS & INFO CHANGE CITY SEARCH Generated by www.PDFonFly.com at 2/18/2011 6:07:12 AM URL: http://www.examiner.com/city-buzz-in-detroit/meade-and-edwards-make-a-winning-combo-for-a-cold-winter-night-1

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Detroit City Buzz Examiner, Wendy Clem, reported on the CT200h hybrid sneak preview event hosted by Meade Lexus of Southfield (Southfield, MI). Not only does she share a thorough story about the all-new (and more affordable) Lexus hybrid, but also great photos and descriptions of the gourmet food spread that guests enjoyed during the event. For more information about the 2011 Lexus CT200h hybrid, visit http://www.lexusoflakeside.com/NewModelsPage or http://www.lexusofsouthfield.com/NewModelsPage.

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Meade Lexus of Southfield was the scene for a gathering of

car enthusiasts and foodies when the newest member of the

Lexus fam literally lit up the showroom floor last week.

Although the CT200h hybrid was highlighted at the 2011

North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January, it

needed a night of its own, on its own turf, to really shine. Auto

fans and experts alike attended and took part in close-up

views and info on the displayed cars, giveaways and some

pretty great food, courtesy of Edwards Café and Caterer of

Northville.

As the fifth addition to Lexus’ hybrid lineup, the CT200h may

be the least expensive of the brand yet — at less than

$30,000. Priced for about $1,000 more than a hybrid on the

non-luxury category, it nevertheless provides the same safety

standards and elegance as that of previous Lexus hybrids.

The 2011 CT200h, which is categorized as a luxury hybrid,

claims the highest combined fuel savings in the luxury

segment — with 43 miles to the gallon in the city. What that

also equals in eco impact is 60 percent fewer emissions in

smog than retained by the average car.

Stressing the limited number of models that will be

manufactured, Lexus officials at the Meade event happily

steered potential buyers through the extras offered in the

vehicles. Test drivers were also on hand to describe the

quality of the ride, energy savings and some of the innovative

perks — such as the change in the dashboard color when

different variations are used in the car’s power.

The new Lexus hybrid comes in some interesting new colors. Photo: Wendy Clem

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One extra entails the industry’s first Electronic Device Holder,

a simple console-mounted device that will be standard on

each CT. Appealing to sporty younger buyers, it is meant to

beckon their appreciation of tech products by holding most

cell phones, MP3’s and GPS devices, with close proximity to

console power and USB ports.

Producing four driving modes, Lexus ensures that the vehicle

adapts to its driver’s preferences. The EV mode produces an

ultra-quiet, electric-motor power, and Eco mode stresses fuel

economy. Normal mode offers an essentially linear throttle

response. The Sport mode entices with a spectrum of

goodies: a change in steering feel and accelerator response,

battery voltage output to 650V, traction-control response, and

an instrument panel color change from blue to red as the

hybrid meter turns into a tachometer.

Attendees munched on the unmatched yummies from

Edwards while learning about the standard features available

on the CT200h:

● Push-button start

● Touch sensors on exterior front door handles

● Leather-wrapped steering wheel

● Six-speaker audio system with a CD player

● Safety Connect

● Bluetooth streaming audio

● XM satellite radio

● USB connector for iPod and MP3 players

● Power lumbar seat support

Exemplary items on the dessert display included fresh

raspberries, blueberries and strawberries atop “Sugar

Shooters” or creamy flavored mousses, and slivered soft

pretzels with cheesy dipping sauce. The Edwards’

professionals were on hand to refill the tempting, spicy

skewers of sausage cooked with honey mustard; sliced

lavash-wrapped meaty sandwiches; artfully-layered cups of

colorful Mexican dip; sliced fresh cucumbers called Boursin

Bites, adorned with the creamy cheese; and a tasty

assortment of imported cheeses and crackers.

Available for a variety of events, including some inventive

dishes served on-site, Edwards is a favorite spot for

corporate catering for good reason. An entire good menu of

reasons, in fact!

And while they are sharing their luxurious goodies with the

public, the Meade Group — which consists of Meade Lexus of

Lakeside and Meade Lexus of Southfield — is kind to charity,

too. Among the top-selling Midwest dealers, Meade also

sponsors St. John Hospital’s Meade Pediatric Hematology

Oncology Center, among other metropolitan programs. The

dealerships provide parts and service, as well as new and

used Michigan Lexuses, and are available to clients from Port

Huron to Detroit and Lake St. Clair to the far reaches of

Oakland County.

The CT200h colors carried by the Lakeside location span

from black and silver to Matador Red and the talk of the

evening, Daybreak Yellow. Under the NAIAS lights, it

appeared bright and sporty; the evening’s event appeared to

be a muted deviled egg — with a glazed finish.

To reserve a test-drive time slot, contact:

[email protected]

www.edwardscaterer.com

www.lexusofsouthfield.com

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