SUV customisation is quick gaining momentum, as demonstrated by German tuner Prior Design with this widebody Porsche Macan. The aggressive makeover includes a front bumper apron with lip spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser, tailgate spoiler. roof spoiler, and of course, those pumped up wheel fenders. Adding to the sporty looks …
Read More »Porsche designers create soundbar from 911 GT3 exhaust
Porsche Design have revealed the ultimate man cave item, the 911 GT3 Soundbar. The speaker is comprised of the rear silencer and dual exhaust from the 911 GT3, suspended above a monolithic enclosure containing the amplifier and control hardware. The soundbar outputs up to 200 watts and utilises both the …
Read More »Porsche 718 Boxster revealed, features punchier turbo boxer engine
The new Porsche Boxster has officially been revealed today featuring a newly-developed range of flat four cylinder turbo ‘boxer’ engines. At the same time, a new designation is introduced; 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. These new models continue the tradition of the Porsche 718 mid-engined sports cars that won …
Read More »Porsche reveals Cayman GT4 Clubsport
Porsche unveiled today their non-road, track-focused beast: the Caymen GT4 Clubsport. The GT4 Clubsport is powered by the same 3.8-litre flat-six engine found in the road legal GT4 and is similarly positioned behind the driver seat. The engine’s output remains unchanged from the road legal version (283kW), however unlike the former …
Read More »Porsche 918 Spyder is latest member of Dubai Police force
The Porsche 918 Spyder is the latest supercar to join the fast-growing exotic fleet of the Dubai The country’s police force already laid claim to a Lamborghini Aventador, Aston Martin One-77, Mercedes-Benz SLS, Bentley Continental, Ferrari FF and the Bugatti Veyron. Don in the Kingdom’s trademark white and green police …
Read More »Volkswagen V6 TDI also has ‘defeat device’ installed – says EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency has announced that Volkswagen Group’s 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel engine is also equipped with an offending ‘defeat device’. The violation now involves one more brand from the Volkswagen Group – Porsche – as the V6 TDI engine is also found under the Porsche Cayenne, along with the …
Read More »Fanboys rejoice, next-gen Porsche 911 GT3 to be offered in Manual
It looks as though Porsche has finally listened to their amass of fans and retreated on their decision to only provide the GT3 911 in Automatic (Seven-Speed Double Clutch). Porsche clients worldwide criticised them as they felt the move to a double clutch gearbox had ruined the relationship between the …
Read More »Porsche reportedly working on sub-Macan SUV model
Porsche is reportedly planning for a third and smaller SUV to sit under the Porsche Macan. The Macan, and the larger Cayenne, are already the two most popular models in the Porsche range. Now, the luxury carmaker wants an even bigger slice of the market by working on a smaller …
Read More »Porsche explains “Virtual Wheelbase Extension” aka Rear Wheel Steering
Rear wheel steering isn’t a new concept. Many vehicles already implement the technology which vastly improves handling and maneuverability in low and high speed situations. Despite the technology being around since the 80’s it tends to be a mystery to most as to how it functions and what its purpose …
Read More »McLaren P1, Porsche 918 Spyder, LaFerrari track shootout is a reality
One racetrack, one racing driver and the hypercar trio often known as the “Holy Trinity”, the McLaren P1, LaFerrari and Porsche 918 Spyder. Which is the fastest? Supercar Driver timed the LaFerrari, P1 and 918 Spyder back to back on the National Circuit at Silverstone and here is a short …
Read More »How did this happen? Miracle crash at Carrera Cup [video]
No, it’s not a photoshopped image. And it’s not a stunt either. This pileup occurred during the weekend’s GT Tour’s Navarra 2015 Carrera Cup race in Spain. The crash involved Jules Gounon in the #169 Porsche 911 GT3 “steering” his way on top of another 911 GT3, #9 car driven …
Read More »Porsche presents futuristic “Mission E” concept at Frankfurt
Porsche has taken the wraps off its dramatic “Mission E” concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Created as Porsche’s answer to the Tesla Model S, the Mission E concept is powered by two electric motors – one for each axle – providing a combined output in excess of 440kW …
Read More »Brand new Porsche 911 GT3 RS wrecked!
Another day another supercar ruined. And worse when we don’t know exactly what went wrong, just like this badly twisted brand new 2015 Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Judging from the damages done to various parts of the GT3 RS and the way all four wheels are misaligned, it is likely the Porsche’s …
Read More »Porsche 911 GT3 R ready for track action
Porsche has unveiled the 911 GT3 R, a racing version for GT3 series based on the 911 GT3 RS production car. Compared to the previous 911 GT3 R, the new version benefits from lightweight design, better aerodynamic efficiency, reducing consumption, improved handling, further optimised safety as well as lowering service and …
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