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Report: Porsche is working on tri-turbo system for next 911 Turbo

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:40:11 +0000

If the Porsche 911 Turbo wasn’t fast enough to begin with, the automaker is kicking power up even further with an all new tri-turbo system.

The horizontally opposed 3.8-liter six-cylinder is currently fitted with a twin-turbo, and the next generation 991 is being used in the last stage of development for the new tri that will replace it.

Patent applications reveal that the next turbo will be similar to the current larger twin-turbo, in conjunction with a smaller unit to help cut turbo lag on the low-end. The three components combined will boost overall power output, improve linear delivery at low revs, and will likely bring down fuel costs.

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While no specs have been released, it is likely that the next generation will put out roughly 525hp, matching the 911 Turbo S model.

The 911 GT2 and the next GT2 RS are both likely to be fitted with the tri-turbo, as well.

- By: Alexandra Koken

Source: AutoCar

2012 Detroit: 2012 Porsche 911 Cabriolet loses weight and gets cool new roof

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:12:57 +0000

Key Competitors: Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster, Jaguar XK, BMW 6-Series Convertible, Audi R8 Spyder
Power: 3.4L flat-six 350 hp (Carrera), 3.8L flat-six 400 hp (Carrera S)
Transmission: 7-speed manual, optional 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK), and Interweb points to anyone who can pronounce that (you can’t speak German, that’s cheating!)
Performance: 0-60 in 4.4 seconds, 176 mph top speed (Carrera with PDK); 0-60 in 4.1 seconds, 185 mph top speed (Carrera S with PDK)
Pricing: $93,700 (Carrera), $103,800 (Carrera S)
Availability: Spring 2012

Porsche unveiled its latest addition to the new 991 line-up: the all new, 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and Carerra S Cabrolets.

Built on an entirely new platform, unlike the 996 and 997 generations, the new 991 Cabriolet loses 132 lbs to its predecessors thanks to extensive use of magnesium. It might not seem like much, but such weight can result in a huge difference in performance and handling, all for the better.

Also separating the 991 Cabriolet from previous generation 911 Cabriolets is a uniquely designed roof that for the first time, retains the bespoke roofline of the 991 Coupe. Additionally, the roof can be opened or closed via the center console or the key fob while in motion. The folding origami completes in roughly 13 seconds and can be operated at speeds over 30 mph.

Powering the new 991 Carrera Cabriolet is a newly updated 3.4L flat-six producing 350hp while the Carrera S gets the same 3.8L direct-injected flat-six from the 997 Carrera S, producing 400hp.

The 991 Carrera is set to hit your local showrooms around the spring of 2012 with the base Carrera Cabriolet basing at $93,700 and the Carrera S Cabriolet at $103,800.

- By: Chris Chin

Top 10 things you need to know about the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:30:12 +0000

It’s been quite some time since we did a new edition of our ‘Top 10 most important things you need to know about” segment – so today we’re coming back strong with a look at the new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera. Let’s get it started guys.

Read our other Top 10 things you need to know lists.

Top 10 things you need to know about the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera:

Porsche says that the 2012 911 Carrera has been ‘completely redesigned’ for the 7th-generation model but you probably won’t be able to tell until you took a closer look at the rear-end of the car. As always, Porsche holds true to the 911 Carrera design philosophy of ‘evolution, not revolution.’ I mean why fix something that’s not broken.
Nonetheless, weight of the new 2012 Porsche 911 was reduced thanks to a new lightweight body featuring aluminum-steel composite construction that reduces weight by 100 pounds.
Time to pay attention: The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera is powered by a 3.4 liter boxer 6-cylinder making 350-hp with a maximum torque of 287 lb-ft. Mated to Porsche’s PDK 7-speed dual-clutch transmission the 911 Carrera runs from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and 4.2 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package’s Launch Control function. The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S is powered by a 3.8 liter 6-cylinder boxer producing 400-hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. With a PDK, the 911 Carrera S goes from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and 3.9 seconds with the Launch Control function of the optional Sport Chrono Package.
This year, Porsche is also offering a 7-speed manual. If you like circling through gets, the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera goes from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds, while the 911 Carrera S does it in 4.3 seconds. PDK may be the way to go this year.
Reports say that the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S lapped the famous Nurburgring track in Germany a whole 13 seconds quicker (7:40 seconds) than the outgoing model – and that’s pretty impressive.
The 2012 911 Carrera weighs in at 3,042 pounds while the 911 Carrera S comes in at 3,075 pounds.
Fuel-economy: The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera returns an EPA-rated fuel-economy of 19/27/22 mpg (city/highway/combined). The 2012 911 Carrera S returns 19/26/22 mpg. Both have an estimated annual fuel-cost comes in at $2,427 (based on45% highway, 55% city driving, 15,000 annual miles and current fuel prices). Both also feature a 16.9 gallon tank.
The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera models come with an impressive list of standard features including Porsche Communication Management (PCM) featuring a high-resolution 7-inch color display (touch screen), dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth, AUX and iPod connectivity. Keep in mind that navigation is optional along with heated seats and much more.
Prices for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera start at $82,100 while the 911 Carrera S starts at $96,400.
The 2012 911 Carrera Cabriolet and 911 Carrera S Cabriolet start at $93,700 and $108,000 respectively.

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- By: Omar Rana

TechArt details 2012 Porsche 911 individualization program

Alexandra — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 02:25:28 +0000

Techart has an upcoming release for its individualization program, with teasers for the new Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S.

On the inside, Techart added its 3-spoke sport steering wheel with paddle shifters, coated the interior with leather, and added stitching and alcantara detailing.

Outside, the German tuner provides a set of stainless steel sport tailpipes. Options for 20- or 21-inch five-spoke alloy wheels come with Callipers that can be customized with color.

So far, engine mods have been withheld. We’ll see if Techart provides more details before the 2012 Geneva Motor Show release.

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Refresher: Power for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera comes from a new 3.4 liter boxer 6-cylinder making 350-hp. The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S is powered by a 3.8 liter boxer making 400-hp. Mated to a Porsche’s PDK 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the 911 Carrera runs from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and 4.2 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package’s Launch Control function. The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S with a PDK goes from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and 3.9 seconds with the Launch Control function of the optional Sport Chrono Package. Top speed for the 911 Carrera S and 911 Carrera comes in at 188 mph and 179 mph, respectively. Prices start $82,100 for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and $96,400 for the 2012 911 Carrera S.

- By: Alexandra Koken

Video: What went into testing the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:49:54 +0000

Usually, owners of an automobile are pretty much unaware of the rigorous testing a vehicle goes through before ending up in production and heading to your local dealership – especially a vehicle with the high-performance and precision capabilities of the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera.

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Porsche has just released a video of its engineers rigorously testing the 2012 911 in South Africa and the Arctic Circle.

Before approving the car for production, engineers take the prototypes on the most demanding road trips imaginable while in the most punishing of climates.

Check out the video after the jump.

- By: Omar Rana

Report: Porsche receives ‘overwhelming’ orders for new 911 in Europe

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 19:56:19 +0000

Porsche’s new 2012 911 Carrera has received ‘overwhelming’ orders in Germany two days before the model actually goes on sale across Europe. That’s pretty impressive since the starting price tag for a Porsche 911 there is 88,000-euro ($119,000 USD).

According to spokesman Dirk Erat, Porsche will have a ‘particularly strong rush’ for the new 911 in Europe and that advance sales are already in the four digits.reworked 911 are in the four-digits, spokesman Dirk Erat said.

Porsche aims to increase its sales to at least 200,000 by 2018. By next year, Porsche hopes to sell a record 140,000 units up from 120,000 units in 2011.

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- By: Omar Rana

Source: Detroit News

Video: Fifth Gear tests the Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:19:15 +0000

Ready take a break from eating turkey? Well, here is something to keep you entertained – 4:50 second video of Fifth Gear’s Tiff Needell testing the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0.

Check out the video after the jump.

Refresher: Power for the 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 comes from a naturally aspirated 4.0L flat 6-cylinder engine making 500-hp at 8,250 rpm with a maximum torque of 339 lb-ft at 5,750 rpm. Mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 193 mph. 0 to 124 mph comes in just under 12 seconds. Only 600 units of the special-edition model will be built with prices starting at $185,000.

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0:

- By: Omar Rana

Video: Chris Harris drives the new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera

admin — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:00:40 +0000

Can’t get enough of the new 2012 Porsche 911? Chris Harris of EVO Magazine is back today with his take on the new 2012 911 Carrera with a new 3 minute and 42 second video.

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Check out Chris’ review after the jump.

- By: Omar Rana

Firm puts together list of most profitable vehicles ever

admin — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:45:11 +0000

Ever wonder what the most profitable vehicles are of modern times? Well, while many of you probably don’t care it’s still something nice to know. Bernstein Research in London has put together a list of the top global money makers since 1990 and the list isn’t really all that surprising.

Analyst Max Warburton says that the big winners consist of high price tags, huge volume and long periods of production the spread development cost of building the car over a long period of time. Warburton and his team found three categories of profitable vehicles including Japanese mid-sized sedans, German luxury cars and of course, American full-sized pickups.

Not surprisingly, American pickups were the really big money makers with their huge volume. German vehicles like the BMW 3 and 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz S Class and E Class and the Porsche 911 came in second. Japanese sedans had the toughest times to high profits due to their low price points.

Hit the jump to see the full list.

Bernstein Research’s 12 most profitable vehicles since 1990.

1. Ford F series
2. GM full-sized pickups
3. Dodge Ram
4. Mercedes S class
5. BMW 5 series
6. BMW 3 series
7. Mercedes E class
8. Lexus RX SUV
9. Jeep Grand Cherokee
10. Honda Accord
11. Porsche 911
12. Toyota Camry

Source: Automotive News

2012 Porsche 911 Cabriolet unveiled, price starts at $97,300 (w/ Video)

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:59:57 +0000

We’re not sure why Porsche didn’t take advantage of the 2011 LA Auto Show for the following two debuts but either way – here they are. Following the debut of the coupe model, the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet and the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet are making their world debut today, with sales in the United States to start in spring 2012.

Design changes are very similar to that of the new coupe 911 Carrera along with redesigned tail lights and a more aerodynamical structure.

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Power for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet comes from a new 3.4 liter boxer 6-cylinder making 350-hp. Mated to a Porsche’s PDK 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the 911 Carrera Cabriolet goes from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds with a top speed of 177 mph.

The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is powered by a 3.8 liter boxer making 400-hp allowing it to go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 187 mph.

Prices for the 2012 911 Carrera Cabriolet start at $97,300 and $108,000 for the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet.

- By: Omar Rana

Build your own 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:37:52 +0000

Porsche USA has just released the online configurator for the 2012 911 Carrera and we only have one gripe with the whole choices. There are about 3 special colors that we think shouldn’t even exist – they include the GT Silver Metallic, Cognac Metallic and Lime Gold Metallic – those colors are almost so ugly that we can’t even show them here at egmCarTech.

Click here to build your own 2012 Porsche 911.

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- By: Omar Rana

2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR unveiled

Alexandra — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 13:00:55 +0000

Racing teams can now pick up the lastest Porsche 911 addition for the 2012 season, as the brand has just released its 2012 911 GT3 RSR.

The model is based on its predecessing 997-series 911, and comes with a six-cylinder boxer engine with a 4.0-liter displacement, producing 454-hp, versus last year’s 449-hp. Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters operate the six-speed sequential gearbox. Porsche also made the wheels on the 2012 911 GT3 RSR a bit larger, by 30mm, and modified the air intake.

“Our customer teams can expect a technically mature, high performance race car with which they will be highly competitive at international long distance races,” assures Hartmut Kristen, Head of Porsche Motorsport. “Our test programme on various international race tracks is currently running at full speed. We are very pleased with the car’s performance and driveability.”

Specs for the car can put in in race series such as the FIA World Endurance Championship, the Le Mans and Americna Le Mans Series, the Le Mans 24-hour, and the International GT Open.

- By: Alexandra Koken

Want a taste of the 2012 Porsche 911? Sign up for the brand’s Winter Driving Experience

Alexandra — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:51:38 +0000

Porsche is offering its enthusiasts an awesome opportunity called the Winter Driving Experience that allows drivers to enhance their skills while test-driving the brand’s latest 911.

Instructors will be using an integration of theory and practical application to help drivers at any degree of expertise improve both driving skill and style. Pushing the boundaries on standard instruction, Porsche opted out of a typical venue and is taking the lessons to extreme conditions; from the Arctic Circle to South Africa. The goal is to give drivers the chance to learn to maneuver in conditions well beyond a regular rainy day.

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Those interested in moving up in Porsche’s ranks on the streets of Finland (titled Precision, Performance and Master) and downshifting around curvy roads in South Africa, can request a catalog by dialing +49 (0)711/911-23360 (-233644) or by heading to Porsche’s website.

- By: Alexandra Koken

Report: Porsche aims to sell 140,000 units in 2012, 200,000 units by 2018

admin — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:34:58 +0000

Porsche AG is targeting a new sales record of 140,000 units in 2012 relying on demand for the next-generation 911 and Boxster models. A source said that Porsche is aiming to increase deliveries after selling 120,000 units this year.

The Stuttgart automaker sold 97,000 units last year and said that it would deliver ‘more than’ 100,000 units in 2011.

The new 2012 Porsche 911 will go on sale this December followed by an updated Boxster in the first half of 2012.

By 2018, Porsche aims to double sales to 200,000 cars and SUVs.

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Refresher: Power for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera comes from a new 3.4 liter boxer inline 6-cylinder making 350-hp. The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S is powered by a 3.8 liter boxer making 400-hp. Mated to a Porsche’s PDK 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the 911 Carrera runs from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and 4.2 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package’s Launch Control function. The 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S with a PDK goes from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and 3.9 seconds with the Launch Control function of the optional Sport Chrono Package. Top speed for the 911 Carrera S and 911 Carrera comes in at 188 mph and 179 mph, respectively. Prices start $82,100 for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and $96,400 for the 2012 911 Carrera S.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Automotive News

Porsche sees no signs of downturn in auto industry, aims to sell 200,000 units annually by 2018

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:39:57 +0000

While many of us are holding onto our wallets, Porsche is enjoying customers that are willing to spend in this economy. According to CEO Matthian Mueller, Porsche has full order books and sees no signs of a downturn… at least in the automotive industry.

“This doesn’t look like cooling and decline,” Mueller said. He said that the worldwide automotive market would reach 100 million vehicles by 2020, up from an estaimted 62-63 million this year.

Porsche is aiming to increase sales to about 140,000 vehicles next year, up from an estimated 120,000 units in 2011. Sources say that boost in sales will come from the new Porsche 911 and the upcoming Boxster.

By 2018, Porsche aims to sell 200,000 units on an annual basis and expand its lineup from the current four to seven.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Automotive News

Electronic Arts offers 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S for promotional contest

chris — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 16:05:46 +0000

If you like cars and are a videogame nut like I am, then you’d be familiar with nameplates such as Gran Turismo and Forza.

But of course, we can’t forget the Need for Speed label. Recently, Electronic Arts has been working up quite a bit of hype for its latest addition to the franchise. And to add to the fiasco, Electronic Arts announced that they will be running a promotional contest offering to win a brand spankin’ new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S.

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No purchase is necessary since all you need to do to enter the giveaway is log into your EA account or register a new one for free if you don’t have one. But unfortunately, only those living in the US, Canada or the UK can participate. Sorry rest of the world!

- By: Chris Chin

Videos: 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo and Cabriolet, Boxster and Cayman prototypes caught in San Francisco

admin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:56:39 +0000

So you’re passed out in bed and then all of the sudden you wake up to the noise of supercars. You pinch yourself hoping you’re not dreaming and look outside your window only to find over a dozen Porsche prototypes in camouflage.

That’s exactly what happened to YouTube used tubemtubeme who managed to film (what we counted) more than twelve 2013 Porsche 911 Turbo, Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet, Porsche 911 Cabriolet, Porsche Cayman and Porsche Boxster prototypes.

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We’re not sure what Porsche engineers were doing in downtown San Francisco with a bunch of Porsche prototypes – but we want their job… now.

Follow the jump for the videos.

- By: Omar Rana

Video: The philosophy behind the new interior of the 2012 Porsche 911

admin — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 22:56:10 +0000

Join Martin Pohanka, lead interior design at Porsche, as he gives us a tour around the interior of the new 2012 Porsche 911.

Check out the video after the jump.

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- By: Omar Rana