Cars & Concepts

Lexus' new steer-by-wire points way forward for its EVs

Lexus RZ steering — Lexus will deploy a groundbreaking yoke-shaped steer-by-wire system in the upcoming RZ all-electric crossover. (Hans Greimel)

July 08, 2022 10:00 AM

TOYOTA CITY, Japan — Lexus' new yoke-style steering looks funky, and it drives a little funky.

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