Lexus

Toyota City, Japan

Lexus is the luxury vehicle division of Toyota, specializing in premium automobiles renowned for quality, advanced technology, and exceptional customer service. As a brand, it was established to compete globally in the luxury automotive market.

CCI Score

8.06

-0.01% April 16

Latest Event

Fight Against Forced Labour - Inadequate Supply Chain Due Diligence

A Lexus dealership report for the 2023 fiscal year reveals that the corporation has not independently developed policies or due diligence processes to assess or mitigate forced labour and child labour risks in its supply chain. Instead, it relies solely on Toyota Canada's forthcoming compliance plan, highlighting a significant lapse in addressing potential human rights abuses within its sourcing practices.

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OBJECTOR

Lexus is currently rated as an Objector.

0 to +9 CCI Score

These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

MAY

31

2024

Fight Against Forced Labour - Inadequate Supply Chain Due Diligence
-54.92

A Lexus dealership report for the 2023 fiscal year reveals that the corporation has not independently developed policies or due diligence processes to assess or mitigate forced labour and child labour risks in its supply chain. Instead, it relies solely on Toyota Canada's forthcoming compliance plan, highlighting a significant lapse in addressing potential human rights abuses within its sourcing practices.
-60

Supply Chain Ethics

March 18

The report indicates that the Lexus dealership has not taken independent action to prevent forced labour in its supply chain, lacking internal policies or due diligence measures. Relying solely on Toyota's initiatives exposes the company to ethical risks and potential complicity in human rights abuses, thereby earning a notably negative score in Supply Chain Ethics.

Fight Against Forced Labour
OCT

01

2023

Modern Slavery Statement and Policies
68.52

Lexus' modern slavery statement outlines the actions taken to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within its operations and supply chains, demonstrating a commitment to ethical business practices and labor rights.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 18

Lexus’ modern slavery statement showcases proactive measures to address labor rights and prevent human trafficking. By detailing steps to ensure safe and equitable treatment of workers, the company demonstrates strong adherence to ethical labor practices.

Modern Slavery Statement and Policies
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

March 18

The statement details robust measures to ensure the integrity of Lexus’ supply chain by preventing modern slavery. This demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical sourcing and supply chain transparency.

Modern Slavery Statement and Policies
APR

01

2023

Modern Slavery Report: Addressing Forced and Child Labour Risks in Lexus Supply Chains
63.13

Lexus Canada's Modern Slavery Report under TCI details measures to counter forced and child labour in its supply chains. The report outlines steps taken to promote ethical labor practices and rigorous monitoring of suppliers, reflecting a proactive commitment to responsible business practices.
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 18

The report demonstrates Lexus' commitment to ethical labor practices by addressing human rights risks and taking steps to prevent forced and child labour. This proactive approach to labor relations earns a positive score.

Modern Slavery Report
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

March 18

The report outlines comprehensive measures to manage and secure the supply chain by actively reducing risks associated with modern slavery. The strategic actions taken in supplier vetting and oversight reflect strong supply chain ethics.

Modern Slavery Report
APR

22

2022

Controversial Political Donations Resumed
-44.49

Toyota, the parent company of Lexus, has resumed controversial donations to election-objecting Republicans, raising concerns over its support for political actors undermining democratic processes. Although the article focuses on Toyota, the implications reach Lexus as a key brand within the Toyota family.
-60

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 18

The report details that Toyota has resumed donating to congressional members known for questioning the legitimacy of the 2020 U.S. election, a move that supports anti-democratic, election-undermining positions. This political contribution raises ethical concerns regarding corporate complicity in fostering authoritarian influences. As a brand under the Toyota umbrella, Lexus is indirectly associated with these controversial political funding practices, negatively impacting its legacy in public and political behavior.

Toyota Resumes Controversial Donations to Election-Objecting Republicans