The Porsche Boxster has finally received its first major redesign since 2004 and it’s looking like quite a crowd pleaser. The base 2013 Porsche Boxster will get the company’s first 2.7 liter 6-cylinder engine making 265-hp, while the Boxster S will get an updated 315-hp 3.5 liter. Both models are offered with a 6-speed manual [...]
Porsche has recently made some tweaks to its European Delivery Program that adds some new benefits for its buyers. Through the program, customers can purchase a vehicle at any Porsche dealer, and take delivery of the model at one of two German factories the automaker has. This is now a courtesy service, and also includes [...]
Porsche has confirmed that it will be unveiling a ‘new Cayenne model for the North American market’ at the upcoming 2012 New York Auto Show. Since we already get all the derivatives of the Porsche Cayenne besides the diesel, it’s safe to say that the sports car manufacturer will be showing the much anticipated Cayenne [...]
TechArt has released its take on the 2012 Porsche 911 featuring a strong focus on exterior modifications on both the Carrera and Carrera S models. A body kit has been crafted for the 911 that includes a new front spoiler with integrated splitter, a rear spoiler and integrated third break light, two aero wings, a [...]
For a while now, we’ve been calling the upcoming fifth model in Porsche’s lineup the ‘Cajun,’ Well, it’s not going to be called that, as Porsche confirmed today. Porsche’s new small SUV model will be called the ‘Macan’ – a name derived from the Indonesian word for tiger and combines suppleness, power, fascination and dynamics – [...]
In 2009, the automotive industry had one of its toughest years with the Great Recession threatening the existence of many. Nonetheless, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, automakers built the most dependable vehicles during that time. “The study measures problems experienced during the past 12 months by original owners of [...]
When the next-generation Porsche 911 GT3 comes out next year, it may only be available with the company’s 7-speed dual-clutch PDK transmission. August Achleitner, the 911 project head, confirmed that the company’s motorsport division is currently testing both manual and PDK versions of the new GT3 – however, only one transmission will make the cut [...]
The latest Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S generations have just hit dealerships with Porsche backing the models as being “the most invigorating ownership experience yet.” Both variants have been made over, while still maintaining Porsche’s distinct lines. The overhaul modified or replaced 90 percent of the car’s components, and includes a 100lb weight drop, [...]
The Porsche Panamera is the subject of yet another tuning project. This time, Edo Competition is boasting a 700hp version of the four-door. Upgrades to the turbochargers, exhaust manifold, catalytic converters, air filters, and ECU combine to make the 150hp gain, along with an additional 96 lb-ft of torque. This puts the total power output [...]
Car and Driver loves doing special features. So they’re back with their latest one for the 2012-year: the annual Lightning Lap. The competition is to compare some of the most critically acclaimed cars as of recent. Taking place at Virginia’s International Raceway, the C/D team will compare a series of cars organized in various price [...]
