Fuel efficiency has become an important consideration for Porsche, which is why the automaker is researching innovative fuel-sipping tech for consumer vehicles and racing cars alike. In fact, Porsche’s latest masterpiece embodies just how important fuel economy has become. The 918 RSR, which Porsche calls a “racing laboratory,” is based on the 918 Spyder that [...]
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For those that love the styling of the Porsche Cayman but wished it was just a bit quicker, you’re in luck. Last week, Porsche unveiled the 2011 Cayman R, a sportier interpretation of the company’s baby sports car. The Cayman R is lighter than the base model, thanks to updated aluminum doors, sports bucket seats, [...]
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne continues to rack up the awards. The latest award is the “Golden Steering Wheel 2010,” which was voted on by 250,000 readers from 23 different countries in Springer-Verlag’s pan-European reader poll. By blending sportiness, off-road capability, and even practicality, the Cayenne won over the jury for the SUV category. Timing couldn’t [...]
The annual Motor Trend Sport Utility of the Year title has just been awarded to the 2011 Porsche Cayenne. The honor was announced via Facebook early this morning as part of the magazine’s new multi-media strategy. Motor Trend evaluated all the contenders based on six key areas including Advancement in Design; Engineering Excellence; Efficiency; Safety; [...]
This past weekend saw the North American debut of Porsche’s 911 GT3 R hybrid in the American Le Mans Series at Road Atlanta. The Porsche hybrid hasn’t been in too many races, but has shown plenty of promise in Europe. Powering this unique racer is a 480 horsepower gasoline engine supplemented by two 80 horsepower [...]
Paying homage to the original Porsche 356 and other models that have donned the “Speedster” badge, the all-new 911 Speedster has just made its introduction at the Paris Motor Show. Featuring a lower windshield, wider stance, and possessing what can only be described as a hunchback, the new Speedster may not be for everyone. Power [...]
Porsche is no stranger to hybrid technology, especially considering that the German automaker has refined its hybrid powertrains in racing. So perhaps it comes as no surprise that the 2011 Panamera S Hybrid was just confirmed. This new hybrid Panamera will feature a 329 horsepower 3.0-liter V6 engine mated to a 46 horsepower electric motor [...]
Porsche ads are always entertaining as they address the pure emotion associated with driving a sports car from the iconic German brand. The recently launched ad campaign for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne SUV is no different. While it’s certainly capable, the 2011 Cayenne redefines what a sport utility vehicle really is, and the growl you [...]
The all-new 2010 911 GT3 RS is just one of many 911s to be graced with the “RS” badge beginning in the early 1970s. To better highlight this history, and how important the new 911 GT3 RS must be to earn this badge, Porsche has released a new video on the history of this unique [...]
The 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo finally has arrived in showrooms across the country this week. This latest generation combines timeless styling with some of the most advanced technology of any sports car in its class. With a base price of $132,800, the 2010 911 Turbo isn’t for everyone, but considering this car’s incredible performance, it’s [...]
