Instead, he has decided to design the car wholly using computational fluid dynamics - which current teams use alongside wind tunnels.

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The new LS flagship sedan reflects the bolder Lexus exterior and interior design direction, and brings enhanced driving dynamics, world-leading refinement, luxury and innovative advanced technology.

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At that time, the issue was the so-called FSX, an advanced fighter aircraft Japan planned to design and develop with the assistance of the American manufacturer of the F-16, General Dynamics.

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