All-New Porsche 911 Cabriolet features innovative roof concept
By Online Tuesday, November 22, 2011
MISSISSAUGA – Porsche AG is doubling the driving fun to be had from the new 911 Carrera models by introducing cabriolet versions to go with the recently-launched coupe.
Like the coupe, the 911 cabriolet features innovative aluminum-steel construction, along with an all-new convertible top design, which preserves the typically sleek 911 roof line. Intelligent lightweight design, including the use of magnesium, ensures less weight and more sportiness, lower fuel consumption and greater comfort. As with the hardtop 911 models, Porsche has managed to reverse the weight spiral and make the new open-top models significantly lighter than their predecessors.
Porsche debuts purist Panamera GTS in Los AngelesBy Online Wednesday, November 16, 2011
MISSISSAUGA – Porsche today unveiled the Panamera GTS, the purest expression of a four-door sports car in the Porsche family, at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Based on the Panamera 4S, the Panamera GTS focuses on performance and includes more power, upgraded brakes and a lowered, sportier suspension, making it even more capable on the race track without sacrificing practicality.
The Panamera GTS conveys its extra capability with distinctive design features such as bi-xenon headlights with black inner bezels, high-gloss black window trim, black side skirts, black lower rear fascia and matte black tailpipes. With large air intakes, the SportDesign front bumper emphasizes the vehicle’s sportiness and ensures an optimal air supply. At the rear, the adaptive four-way rear spoiler from the Panamera Turbo positions itself to generate downforce at high speeds. Optional Carmine Red paint, available exclusively for the Panamera GTS, emphasizes the vehicle’s sportiness and provides an ideal contrast with the black exterior accessories.
Cayenne Adds Flavor to the Hybrid MarketBy Jim Bray Saturday, November 12, 2011
Has Porsche blinked? The maker of high quality sporting machines is introducing Hybrid versions of two of its vehicles, and is apparently taking orders for its 918 Spyder Hybrid supercar.
Carrera GTS – Upping the 911’s Naturally-aspirated AnteBy Jim Bray Sunday, October 2, 2011
Just in time to be replaced by a brand new Porsche 911 Carrera for 2012, the 2011 Carrera GTS is an upgraded and tweaked version of the 911 S for those who want just a bit more out of their classic Porsche sports car.
Porsche 911 GT3 race car sports 20 more horsepowerBy News on the Net Friday, September 2, 2011
MISSISSAUGA – For racing customers all over the world, the Porsche 911 GT3 R is extremely popular for its speed and its forgiving handling. It is exactly these characteristics that have been targeted for improvements in the 2012 model year.
Engine output has increased by 20 hp, now totaling 500 hp. Paddle shifters on the steering wheel ensure gear changes are even quicker and simpler, making it easier for racers to concentrate on braking. Moreover, the transmission electronics, featuring an automatic throttle blip control, make it almost impossible to miss a gear and over-rev the engine. A softer anti-roll bar on the front axle reduces understeer.
The power increase of the rear-mounted 4.0-litre flat-six was achieved through optimizing the intake system. The gearing of the sequential six-speed dog-type gearbox was adapted to the higher maximum output. In order to bring the power to the tarmac safely and to assist race drivers, the 911 GT3 R has featured a sophisticated traction control system, standard since the 2010 model year. An efficient race-tuned ABS assists braking.
Porsche 911 Turbo S – S-pectacular!
By Jim Bray Sunday, May 15, 2011
If you’re coming out of a winter that lasted far too long and Porsche is silly enough to offer you a week in its fabulous 2011 911 Turbo S, it might be understandable if your first thought is “Road trip!”
That’s my excuse, anyway, and I’m sticking to it. After all, when a company teases you with the intoxicating lure of a world class sports car that puts 530 horsepower onto the pavement, you need to figure out a way to savor it, to exploit it properly. And what better way than to pack an overnight bag, pick up your best friend, and head for the hills? Or, better still, the mountains.
Two, Four Door Sixes Are All PorscheBy Jim Bray Saturday, April 16, 2011
It’s easy to forget that Porsche’s Cayenne and Panamera don’t only offer delicious, powerful V8’s, that they can also be equipped with a V6 engine that eases both the entry price and the price at the pump.
And you might be surprised to find how little you need to compromise when you slice off two cylinders. These are real, live Porsches – especially the lighter and more exotic Panamera.
Porsche’s Iconic Sports Car a Wolf in Any ClothingBy Jim Bray Monday, October 25, 2010
Driving a Porsche 911 is like having nary a “Carrera” in the world. Or something like that.
Porsche Boxster PDK – Fun Even in a BlizzardBy Jim Bray Monday, January 25, 2010
Sports cars are a blast during good weather, and it might surprise you to learn they can even be a hoot after Old Person Winter has come a-calling.
Porsche Boxster and Cayman S PDK’s – “Pretty Darn Kool”!By Jim Bray Monday, November 23, 2009
How can you have a real sports car without a manual transmission?
That’s a question I’ve pondered much over the years, from my first three cars – MGB’s all – through my Datsun 240Z and Toyota Supra, all of which were blessed with stick shifts.
Porsche Ups the “Sport” Quotient in Sport Utes, Automatic Trannies
By Jim Bray Sunday, August 9, 2009
Porsche continues to tweak its lineup, making it sportier all the time. To illustrate this, they’ve added a GTS version to the Cayenne, and a new “automatic” transmission that’s anything but shiftless.
Entry Level Cayenne Still a Real PorscheBy Jim Bray Sunday, April 5, 2009
Can a lowly V6 propel a 4800 pound Porsche to the kind of blistering speeds for which the company’s vehicles are known? Or is it more a way to save some bucks and gas while still getting the Porsche cachet?
Porsche announces Cayenne GTS Porsche Design Edition 3By Online Sunday, April 5, 2009
Porsche is expanding its successful range of SUVs with an exclusive, limited-edition model. The company will build just 1,000 numbered units of the new Cayenne GTS Porsche Design Edition 3, Boxster S,
Porsche Boxster RS 60 – no “Bore Us” with this SpyderBy Jim Bray Monday, January 26, 2009
How do you make a terrific sports car even more terrific?
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S – Power PlayerBy Jim Bray Friday, December 19, 2008
What would you do if you had 550 horses at your beck and call? I don’t know what you’d do, but I drooled. I mean, such power! And to come wrapped in the 2009 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, the top line model of Porsche’s great SUV, well, for what more could anyone ask?
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