An image of what could well be the 992-generation Porsche 911 Turbo has surfaced on Instagram, although Porsche itself is yet to confirm if it is indeed the new Turbo model. In the post made by Instagram user Todd Schleicher, who notes himself as being a Porsche owner and enthusiast, …
Read More »2019 Porsche 911: first photos leak ahead of LA Auto Show debut
The first shots of the undisguised 2019 Porsche 911 have leaked online online ahead of the all-new model’s debut next week at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. The three low-res press photos leaked to US-based site Jalopnik display what is believed to be a Carrera 4S model in both silver and …
Read More »Porsche 911 Speedster confirmed for production
Porsche has, unsurprisingly, confirmed that the topless 911 Speedster will enter production in 2019 after a re-dressed concept went on display at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. Just 1,948 examples of the retro-styled Speedster will be produced to commemorate the 70th anniversary of a Porsche first being registered – we’ll …
Read More »Stripped back Porsche 911 Carrera T will please purists
Here’s a piece of news that will please Porsche purists – a lighter, faster and importantly, manual 911 dubbed the 911 Carrera T (for Touring). Based on the 911 Carrera, the new model sees the brand revive the concept behind the 911 T of 1968, bringing less weight, shorter transmission …
Read More »Limited Edition Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive – 500 units only
Porsche has introduced a new addition to the 911 range in the form of the Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive. However, you better be quick if you want to get your hands on one, as the variant is limited to just 500 units. Based on the 911 Turbo S, the …
Read More »2017 Porsche 911 RSR racer adopts mid-engined layout
While it may look familiar from the outside, Porsche has given its new 911 RSR an overhaul, with the model now adopting a mid-engined layout, superseding its predecessor’s rear-engined configuration. Porsche Motorsport head, Frank-Steffen Walliser said the new car’s re-engineering is the biggest in the history of the GT racer. …
Read More »Porsche unleashes 2017 911 GT3 Cup
Porsche has unleashed its new 911 GT3 Cup that will hit circuits around the world from 2017. Lurking beneath the rump of the popular GT racer is a new 4.0-litre flat-six engine with direct fuel injection, delivering 357kW. Tipping the scale at just 1,200kg, the new 911 GT3 Cup is …
Read More »SPIED: 2018 Porsche 911 GT2
Porsche’s hotly anticipated 2018 911 GT2 has been snapped undergoing testing at the Nürburgring in Germany ahead of a suspected debut at the 2016 Paris Motor Show in October. From the spy photo, it is clear the new GT2 will be wider than the standard 911, due to the crude …
Read More »2017 Porsche 911 GT3 leaked via online 3D configurator
While Porsche is busy readying its facelifted 2017 911 GT3, which is scheduled for a debut later this year, what appear to be leaked images of the car have hit the web. A reader of Autoblog.nl reportedly discovered the 3D rendered model from a Porsche digital configurator on the company’s Dutch …
Read More »Porsche unveils 911 Carrera S Endurance Racing Edition
In celebration of the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans’s, Porsche’s “Exclusive” program have built a special Endurance Racing Edition variant of their popular 911 Carrera S model. This special model is based on the regular Carrera S which boasts a 309kW 3.0-litre flat-six engine. Its intricate livery comes inspired by the LMP1 919 Hybrid making use of …
Read More »2017 Porsche 911 GTS goes turbocharged
The facelifted 2017 Porsche 911 GTS has been confirmed to ditch its normally aspirated engine for a turbocharged mill when it hits the market soon. This was revealed in Porsche’s recent filing with the California Air Resources Board. Porsche will replace the 3.8-litre naturally aspirated flat-six with a 3.0-litre twin-turbo …
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 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 »Porsche to replace 911 GT3 engines due to fire risks
You may recall a spade of Porsche 911 GT3s that caught fire recently and Porsche suspening new deliveries immediately pending an investigation. Now, the German automaker has announced the problems are related to the connecting rod fasteners. According to company spokesman, Nick Twork, a problem to the connecting rod fasteners …
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