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000 Commission announced for 911 Turbo S coupe (992)

Presenting the 000 Commission, a 911 Turbo S coupe edited by 000 in collaboration with Porsche Sonderwunsch. Available only in conjunction with the Lightweight Package and select optional equipment, this group of exterior and interior touches celebrates David Donner’s extraordinary win at the 100th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and...

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10 Exciting Innovations That Helped Shape The 911’s History

Few cars can rival the Porsche 911’s ability to stir the soul. The German sports car evokes images of a timeless design, power and unparalleled driving exhilaration. A lineup of Porsche 911 Generations © Porsche Ferdinand ‘Ferry’ Porsche always harboured dreams of a true sports car. This vision materialized in...

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125 Years of AWD: How Porsche Made All-Wheel Drive a Performance Tool

In 1900, Ferdinand Porsche stunned the world with an electric car powered by wheel-hub motors, an all-wheel-drive marvel decades before AWD became commonplace. Ever since, Porsche has quietly led the way in AWD innovation, weaving breakthroughs into everything from rally beasts to electric sports sedans. In this article, we’ll explore...

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1901 Lohner-Porsche: The First Porsche Sports Car

Technology In 1901, hot on the heels of the success of his electric cars of 1900, Ferdinand Porsche created his first vehicles with an electric drive from a petrol engine — effectively an electric automatic transmission. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content....

Porsche 718 RSK Spyder

1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder “Lucybelle III”

Regarding 1950s Porsche Spyders, the sheer number of podium finishes reveal a tale of one the greatest sports cars ever built. Considered by many to be the most beautiful of all the Spyder variants, the Type 718 RSK won its class at the 12 Hours of Sebring, the 24 Hours...

Porsche 718 RS 61 Spyder

1961 Porsche RS61 – A Special Feature

Along came a Spyder Unveiled in January 1960, the RS60 represents the ultimate evolution of Porsche’s aluminum-bodied, four-cam Spyder – an iconic series of sports racing cars originating with the Type 550 in 1953. The RS60 was, in essence, a refined version of the highly successful works RSK built for...

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1961→1965 APAL Porsche

1961→1965 APAL Porsche For nearly five years, APAL LG manufactured a fiberglass version of Porsche Abarth 356B Carrera GTL in Belgium. For track and rally events, they outfitted the same design with a lighter body and Porsche mechanics for events like the local Liège-Sofia-Liège. At only 650 kg, the car...

911 Carrera RSR 2.8

1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 2.8L

More than a Carrera 2.7 RS The Carrera RS was introduced in 1973 and homologated for Group 4 GT racing, with only 55 examples of the legendary and ultra-lightweight racing variant Carrera RSR 2.8 produced (RennSport Rennwagen), with many special features, including the highly tuned 2.8L flat-six, 5cm-wider front and...

911 Carrera 3.2 (G-Series)

1984 – 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Buyer’s Guide

History Long regarded as the best entry-level air-cooled 911, the Carrera 3.2 remains highly desirable. It was the final evolution of the original torsion bar 911 built from 1964 to 1989. Visually the only significant change came in 1974 with the so-called ‘impact bumpers’ of the G series, but under...

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1987 Porsche 911 Turbo ‘Flachbau’

1987 Porsche 911 Turbo ‘Flachbau’ In 1986 Porsche finally offered the slantnose, called Flachbau in German, straight from the factory. The official designation in the UK was Turbo SE and it is also sometimes referred to as the flatnose. Offered as the ultimate 930 Turbo, the this model had an...

911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport

1988 Porsche 911 3.2 Club Sport

When Porsche wanted to build a 911 2.7 RS for the 1980’s, it came up with the Carrera 3.2 Club Sport, a car which much like an RS has gone on to become a sought-after classic. In common with its RS predecessor, the key to the Club Sport is weight,...

Auctions

1988 PORSCHE 930 TURBO SLANTNOSE

Saturday, January 14th, 2023, Mecum Auctions will be offering a 1988 PORSCHE 930 TURBO with the iconic slant nose option. One of only 145 factory Code M505 Flachbau Slantnose coupes imported into the U.S., this 1988 Porsche 930 registers only 65,830 miles on the odometer. Presented in Grand Prix White...

Singer Vehicle Design

1991 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer

Background Perhaps no company has celebrated the heritage of the air-cooled 911 with such obsessive attention to detail as California-based Singer Vehicle Design. Founded in Los Angeles in 2009, Singer has become globally renowned for bespoke restorations of Porsche 911 sports cars—each carried out on behalf of the car’s owner....

Porsche RS Spyder (9R6)

2007 Porsche RS Spyder

Broad Arrow Auctions to offer Porsche rarity Chassis No. 9R6-705 is a Porsche RS Spyder, a sports racing prototype designed for the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) LMP2 class. The RS Spyder has a rich racing history, with notable victories and championships. In 2007, Dyson Racing, a long-time Porsche team,...

Porsche Panamera

202 MPH Panamera GTS announced!

Porsche is launching the most powerful and exciting Panamera models, including the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and the Panamera GTS. The Panamera GTS’s particularly performance-focused calibration aims to set new standards for driver engagement and agility. The Turbo S E-Hybrid, in turn, impresses by spanning the range from luxurious comfort...

2022 Daytona Classic – HSR 24 Hours

HSR (Historic Sportscar Racing) held its now annual 24- hour historic event at Daytona on November 5-6. The 24-hour is formatted the same way as the Le mans Historics. Cars are divided into groups (7 total) and each group must complete four “1- hour” sessions. Note, groups C & D...

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2022 ünStock: Sacrilege turns Stardom

Stock or UnStock? Southern California’s air-cooled Porsche culture is undoubtedly home to faithful enthusiasts who believe Porsche’s legendary sports car, the 911, is the ultimate canvas to build the “perfect” sports car. While too much ego in customizing can lead to an ugly duck (and bankruptcy), novel and tasteful modifications...

Motorsport & Racing

2024 HSR Spring Fling at Sebring International Raceway

Held at the Sebring International Raceway, this year’s HSR Spring Fling brought together racing enthusiasts, competitors, and spectators to celebrate the essence of historic sportscar racing. This year’s event highlighted the following races: No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already...

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2024 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge

Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) has announced the finalists in the 2024 Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge. Now, in its fourth year, the Restoration Challenge focuses on classic Porsche sports cars from the 1950s to the 2000s that received expert attention from Porsche-trained technicians – all of whom are ardent enthusiasts,...

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2025 Cayenne updates revealed

For the 2025 model year, a number of new standard features and options are being introduced for the Cayenne model range. Model year 2025 also brings the addition of the Cayenne GTS SUV and Cayenne GTS Coupe models. Powered by a mighty, 493 hp twin-turbo V8, the Cayenne GTS features...

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2025 Porsche 992.2 911 GT3: Everything We Know So Far

Just a few moments ago, Porsche announced the next in their long like of race-inspired 911’s for the road, the 2025 GT3. It is important to note that the 992.2 911 GT3 is being released to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of the original 996 911 GT3. While details...

Mobile 1 Supercup

2025 Porsche Mobile 1 Supercup Season Opener at Imola

Porsche Junior Theo Oeverhaus has won the 2025 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup opening round in Imola. After an action-packed race at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, where the first Supercup race in history was contested in 1993, the young German clinched victory ahead of Israeli Ariel Levi and Dutchman...

Motorsport & Racing

24 Hours of Le Mans 2022

The No. 8 Toyota (closest to the camera) leads the Hypercar class across the start line

Race day dawned with a blanket of morning mist covering the area. It was a crisp morning as I departed my accommodation to the east of Le Mans at around 07h15, and making my way towards the circuit, the pockets of mist became more sporadic. Approaching the airfield which lies...

992 Dakar

33,000 kilometers in a 911 Dakar

From negative 20 to positive 38 degrees Celsius, from the coast to an elevation of nearly 4,700 meters, and from highways to gravel roads, Nguyen Hoang Anh, owner of a logistics company, drove his 911 Dakar from Vietnam to the Mongolian part of the Gobi Desert and back again, passing...

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50 Years of Boost: The Porsche 911 Turbo’s Evolution from Icon to Legend

The Porsche 911 Turbo has been a standout in automotive history since it first hit the scene in 1974. It was Porsche’s risky move to bring turbocharging to the masses, and with serious power, in a package that was unmistakably 911 in design and handling. Over time, it has grown...

911 Carrera RSR 2.8

57 is the number of 2.8 RSRs built by Porsche in 1973

Porsche’s 2.8 911 RSR Porsche needed to build 500 RSs in 1973 to get the RSR homologated for Group 4 racing. They were so popular that the company eventually built 1580 units. Consequently, the RS is almost common compared to the RSR that came out of the factory winning the...

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75 Years of Porsche Sports Cars has arrived

The Prequel Let’s be honest, there has been much to absorb lately in the “Porsche Sphere.” Leading up to this moment of their official 75th Anniversary (June 8th, 2023) has been numerous events covered by our team here at Stuttcars: Rennsport VII Held every few years at various locations across...

Porsche News

75 Years of Porsche Sports Cars’ celebration

Porsche is born The birth of the Porsche brand was exactly 75 years ago. On 8 June 1948, the Porsche 356 ‘No. 1’ received its general operating permit. For Ferry Porsche, this was a dream come true. The dream of a sports car that had never existed before. This is...

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911 Carrera GTS Le Mans Centenaire Edition

Porsche has unveiled the 911 Carrera GTS Le Mans Centenaire Edition, a special version of the iconic 911 . This exclusive model celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race and pays tribute to Porsche’s history at the renowned Circuit de la Sarthe. Inspiration The 911...

Goodwood

911 debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Visitors to the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed enjoyed another stellar celebration of motoring and motorsport, with a variety of Porsche models from the new 992-generation 911 to the all-electric and Taycan Turbo GT drawing large crowds across the long weekend in southeast England. Inspired by Motorsport: innovative performance hybrid...

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A Collector’s Dream: 10 of the Best Porsche Special Edition Models

With a legacy spanning decades, Porsche has grown to become a brand synonymous with performance, luxury and overall automotive brilliance. The German carmaker’s history is a storied journey marked by groundbreaking engineering, iconic designs and the relentless pursuit of performance. For collectors and enthusiasts, owning a Porsche is often more...

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A Crest for Porsches: The History of the Crest

Max Hoffman in the USA When Prof. Ferdinand Porsche and Albert Prinzing met Max Hoffman at the Paris Salon in October of 1950, they knew that a powerful new personality was entering their world. Memorably saying “I was not 100 percent for Porsches. I was 1,000 percent for Porsches!” Hoffman...

Porsche Design

A Look Back At The Porsche 963 LMDh Hypercar Powertrain In Detail

At the start of 2023, after a few years of teasing and testing, the Porsche Type 963 LMDh Hypercar was set loose on the track at the 24 Hours of Daytona. While the final design was revealed months before, and much of the talk leading up to Daytona was on...

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A Quarter Century of Porsche 911 GT3

Since 1963, the Porsche 911 has been synonymous with advanced German engineering, a timeless silhouette, and, according to Porsche enthusiasts, one of the purest driving experiences of any sports car. And there aren’t many variants or high-performance trims of iconic sports cars like the 911 that enjoy almost the same...

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A Real Unicorn – Check Out this Rare 1984 Porsche 911 SC RS Gruppe B ‘Evolutionsserie.’

Famous auction house Broad Arrows will be hosting its final U.S.-based auction for the 2024 Calendar on October 12. About 80 premium cars will go under the hammer as part of the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival. One of the standout collector cars to be presented that day is undoubtedly this Porsche...

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An Anecdotal Take on Porsche’s EV-olution

As an early adopter of the Porsche Taycan—specifically, the 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S—I am fortunate to have had the chance to be directly immersed during Porsche’s era-defining foray into once unknown territory. I had the 4S for roughly two years, which was ample time to experience all the generalities and...

Porsche History

Austro-Daimler ADS-R “Sascha“

Over a hundred years ago, Ferdinand Porsche designed an extraordinary race car, the Austro-Daimler ADS-R, in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. Today, Christophorus and 9:11 Magazine brings the former Targa Florio class champion, whose nickname is Sascha, back home. Following a vigorous turn of the crank, the gas pedal is applied ever...

Restomod Porsche

Backdating the Porsche 911

Is going backward the way forward? The Porsche 911; I can’t think of another sports car that better represents an endless evolution of performance. Garnering respect since its inception in 1963, 911 enthusiasts, including myself, continue to ask, “Can Porsche keep finding ways to make it better?” But wait; while...

Barn finds: 8 Interesting Porsche Classics That Slipped Through the Cracks.

The world of barn finds is an intriguing one, filled with hidden gems. It is a space littered with forgotten classics, each with its own unique story and just waiting to be discovered. Porsche has had its own fair share of this automotive ‘diamonds in the rough.’ From rust-covered racecars...

My Porsche Story

Behind the Wheel: Terence Wah on Finding His Way to the RS Life

Some people grow up obsessed with Porsche. Others, like Stuttcars contributor Terence Wah, take a different road. His journey into the world of Stuttgart came after years of loving cars from a distance. Once he got his first taste, there was no going back. Terence’s story started with Japanese performance...

Homepage Feature

Best Driving Road in the World?

50 Years and counting Fifty years of Turbo – the model designation that has produced some of the most capable and iconic sports cars in history – and 50 years since the opening of the Transfăgărășan Highway, often claimed ‘best driving road in the world’. Porsche holds a special event...

Events

Best Of Porsche Action From The 2023 Porsche Club Francorchamps Days

Spa-Francorchamps, the renowned race track, once again hosted the Porsche Club Francorchamps Days (PCF Days) on April 8 and 9 in 2023. Watch this video from Belgian Motorsports as they managed to filmed some of the best Porsche’s featured in the recent event....

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Best Porsches From The 2023 Le Mans Classic

A collection of Porsches caught in action from the most recent 2023 Le Mans Classic. ...

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Best Sounding Porsches Filmed In 2023

Porsche excels in nailing engine sounds like few other automakers. While some companies produce louder vehicles, the high-performance models from Porsche frequently produce a mechanical soundtrack that remains unmatched in the industry. Over the years, Porsche has made significant changes to its engines and exhaust systems, a transformation effectively highlighted...

Porsche Museum

Beyond Performance: 50 Years of Porsche Turbo

The new “Beyond Performance. 50 years of Porsche Turbo” special exhibition at the Porsche Museum is officially open. Over the next five and a half months, the Porsche Museum will present numerous cars and small exhibits in the way that they are perceived by sports car enthusiasts – as powerful...

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Beyond Stock: How Porsche Owners Modify Their Cars for Performance and Longevity

When you buy a Porsche, you’re getting a machine that offers a great level of performance from the factory. But for many owners, leaving it stock just doesn’t cut it, especially with older models or entry-level trims. So, whether you want to shave lap times on a track day or...

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Big Updates are on the way for Porsche’s Atlanta Experience Centre

The Porsche Experience Centre in Atlanta is regarded as the home of Porsche in North America. The facility was purpose-built to allow clients to unlock the capabilities of Porsche’s exciting sports cars. The complex delivers a wide range of experiences, including its famous Restaurant 356 and Heritage Gallery, where you...

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BLACKPINK’s JENNIE Gets A Personalized Taycan

In collaboration with Porsche Korea and as part of the Sonderwunsch program, BLACKPINK’s Jennie Kim just unveiled her own personal dream car that was built based on the Taycan 4S Cross Turismo. Known as Jennie Ruby Jane or simply JENNIE, the 26-year-old is a member of a very popular Korean...

Book Reviews

Book Review: The Success Story of Porsche at Le Mans

Porsche has always defined itself through its achievements on the racetrack and the most important of those races takes place on a 13km circuit in the French département of la Sarthe known to the world as the le Mans 24 Hours. Porsche has appeared there every year since 1951 and...

992 Carrera T

Breaking: New 911 Carrera T Coupé & Cabriolet

Porsche is extending the model range of the new 911 with the addition of the light, dynamic 911 Carrera T. Weight-reduction measures, dynamic tuning and a six-speed manual transmission make this a puristic Carrera for superlative driving pleasure. With its lightweight windows, reduced insulation and six-speed manual transmission, the lightest...

Porsche 911 (992)

Breaking: Porsche 911 GTS World Premiere

The world premiere of Porsche’s new hybrid 911 GTS Coupe and Cabriolet just streamed live from Stuttgart, and the “Evolution, not Revolution” theme continues into the future with numerous changes, some more subtle than others. Porsche has fundamentally upgraded the iconic 911 sports car. The new 911 Carrera GTS is...

Porsche Mission X

BREAKING: Porsche reveals Mission X visionary sports car

Porsche Mission X: yet another dream takes shape At Porsche, innovative concept cars have always laid the groundwork for the future. The sports car manufacturer is continuing this tradition with this latest concept study. Mission X is a spectacular reinterpretation of a hypercar, with Le Mans-style doors that open upwards...

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Breaking: Porsche’s first 911 hybrid

Worldwide testing The first Porsche 911 sports car for the road with a hybrid drive is purportedly ready for production. “For the first time in our icon’s 61-year history, we are installing a hybrid drive system in a roadgoing 911. This innovative performance hybrid makes the 911 even more dynamic,”...

Tuning & Aftermarket

Build Feature: High-Powered Project 992 Carrera by Flat 6 Motorsports

Photos & Technical Details: Flat 6 Motorsports. Do you have an interesting Porsche build that you want to show off? Email us: editor @ stuttcars.com. Flat 6 Motorsports is a Porsche performance shop focused on enhancing performance across all modern Porsche platforms. Whether it’s a Porsche 911, Taycan, or even...

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Cayman GT4 RS or 911 GT3 RS? I Owned Both And Here’s What You Should Know

I’ve now had the opportunity to experience my latest P-car—a 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS—a fair amount past its break-in mileage. I think this is a good indicator that I may now speak freely and credibly when it comes to what I think about the car. My tenure so...

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Celebrations for 75 Years of Porsche

Whether in Portugal, Brazil, China or Switzerland: the world of Porsche has been celebrating 75 Years of Porsche Sports Cars with events all over the globe. An excerpt of the highlights. Porsche Brazil Motorsport, music and art were united at the Porsche Fest in Brazil. The Interlagos race track in...

Porsche Yesteryear Porsche News

Check out the Oldest Surviving Car worked on by Ferdinand Porsche

The Porsche Museum has just acquired a significant addition to its permanent exhibition. It is the oldest surviving car that Ferdinand Porsche ever worked on during a lifetime spent in the automobile industry. Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, Germany The car is the Egger-Lohner C.2 Phaeton, also known as the Porsche...

Porsche News

Classic Cayennes prove more than capable

Over twenty years after its launch, the first-generation Porsche Cayenne has had new life breathed into it as part of a project in the United Arab Emirates during the Icons of Porsche festival. The Porsche Cayenne is a milestone car for the Middle East. When it launched in 2002, it...

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CocoMats: The Best Replacement Floor Mats For Your Porsche

Images courtesy of CocoMats.com. For those that collect Porsches and need to replace old bits, have a restoration 911 in the garage as their project, or are just looking to make their Porsche 911 that little bit more unique and personal, one of the easiest bits to change out are...

Porsche Taycan

Death Valley to the Artic Circle

Before the extensively revamped version of the Taycan comes to market in spring 2024, the all-electric sports car is currently undergoing final intensive testing. The sports sedan, Cross Turismo and Sport Turismo models of the new generation have put in some 3.6 million test kilometers on proving grounds, racetracks and...

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Discover these 10 ‘Non-Porsche’ Cars Infused with Porsche DNA

Collaborations within the automotive industry are not as uncommon as you might expect, especially given how competitive it can get within the segment. These arrangements can range from supplying a few parts to entering into full-on partnerships to develop new models. The situation is the same for even high-end performance...

Porsche History

Dr. Wolfgang Porsche reflects on 75 years of Porsche

9:11 Podcast In the current episode of the 9:11 Porsche Podcast, Dr. Wolfgang Porsche talks about the company’s history, the current anniversary year, and his 80th birthday. Dr. Wolfgang Porsche embodies ‘75 years of Porsche sports cars in a very special way. He has witnessed the entire history of the...

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT

DriveTribe EV Showdown: Porsche Versus Plane!

Reviving a famous format from their days presenting the world’s most popular motoring TV show, Richard Hammond and James May recently embarked on a race across the south of England, pitting the Taycan Turbo GT against the Pipistrel Velis Electro – one of the world’s first commercially available electric aircraft....

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Dubai’s Icons of Porsche festival

A 911 Turbo Sonderwunsch and the new Panamera were among the highlights of Dubai’s annual Icons of Porsche festival. Fans of classic cars, arts, and culture were on hand to commemorate 75 years of Porsche sports cars, as well as 60 years of the 911. The gathering at the Dubai...

Edit Automotive

Edit Automotive creates its own version of the Porsche 997

Edit Automotive has unveiled its vision of the Porsche 911 named the g11, an intricately crafted sports car predicated on the sixth-generation Porsche 911(997). Crafted by designer Petr Novague, each g11 adheres firmly to the ethos of minimalism, establishing an unadulterated link between the driver and the machine. With an...

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Everrarti’s fully electric tribute to the 911ST

Everrati Automotive Ltd, the leading technology company specializing in the redefining and futureproofing of automotive icons through the integration of cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) powertrains, has announced its latest redefined and electrified Porsche – a new addition inspired by the legendary 911 ST. Building on Everrati’s leading portfolio of redefined...

Porsche 911 (964)

Everrati Unveils First Electrified 964 for U.S. Market

Everrati Automotive Limited (Everrati™) has completed the build of its first Porsche 911 (964) for the U.S. market. Featuring a state-of-the-art OEM-grade electric powertrain designed and developed at its global headquarters in Oxfordshire, England, the full build of the redefined 911 (964) has been carried out to the highest standards by...

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Everything New With The 2025 Porsche 911 (992.2)

Earlier this morning, Porsche unveiled the first models of the new Type 992.2 911, the Carrera Cabriolet and Coupe, and the Carrera GTS T-Hybrid. However, when something is all-new and upgraded, one question always comes up: What, exactly, is all-new and upgraded on the 992? Fret not, for we have...

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Exclusive Behind The Scenes Look At Moby Dick & 2.1 RSR Turbo During The 80th Goodwood Member’s Meeting

Harry’s Garage, drove his Porsche 930S to Goodwood on setup day and as incredibly lucky. He got a closer look at the historic 911 race cars that the Porsche Museum had brought for this year’s Goodwood Members meeting. Take a behind-the-scenes look at these iconic race cars....

992 GT3 R

Falken Motorsports wins Nürburgring 24 qualifiers

Falken Motorsports has won both qualifying races for the Nürburgring 24 Hours with the Porsche 911 GT3 R. The four-hour races are considered the most important preparation for the prestigious endurance classic on the storied racetrack. They are also part of the Nürburgring Langsstrecken Series (NLS) for the first time....

Carrera Cup

First-time winners at Porsche Carrera Cup

Through 10 Porsche Carrera Cup North America races this season, six different drivers have walked away with victories after a pair of first-time winners at Road America. Jimmy Llibre (Dominican Republic) and Tyler Maxson (Bogart, Georgia) each scored their maiden victories overall and in the ExxonMobil Pro class during the...

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Following the Komenda Line

Entering Porsche’s World He was not in the first wave, that small group of engineers supporting Ferdinand Porsche when he decided to set up his own engineering consultancy at the end of 1930. They were chief designer Karl Rabe, engine man Josef Kales, chassis specialist Josef Zahradnik and drive-train designer...

For Sale

FOR SALE: 1968 Porsche 907 K

Reviewed and edited by Rex McAfee The legend of Porsche 907 K 025 Imagine a race victory so popular at Porsche that a factory poster was made highlighting the driver’s expression of both exhaustion and victory. ‘Quick Vic’ Elford’s drive, along with co-driver Umberto Maglioli, at the 1968 Targa Florio...

Porsche 911

For Sale: One-of-One Oak Green Porsche 911 Sport Classic

The Porsche 911 Sports Classic is a celebration of history, a love letter to Porsche’s rich heritage. Unveiled in November 2022 for the 2023 Model Year, it is the second of four collector’s items Porsche presented from its Heritage Design strategy. It is inspired by one of Porsche’s greatest models,...

Porsche Life

French artist Josué Chevrel

As the editor-in-chief of Speedster, the French magazine about classic Porsches, Josué shares with us the road that brought him to this place as a journalist, artist, and car enthusiast. Take it away Josué: Background Before being a journalist, I drew. It was through illustration that I entered the press,...

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Fresh Update for Porsche’s Infotainment System

Porsche is refreshing its infotainment system, starting with the 911, Taycan, Cayenne and Panamera models. The sixth generation of Porsche Communication Management (PCM 6.0) comes with even more features and promises to be more versatile than ever. The optimized PCM user interface now includes coloured icons based on customer feedback....

My Porsche Story

From Bavarian Power to Stuttgart Precision: Aaron’s Path to the Cayman S Black Edition

How Did Your Passion for Porsche Begin? My name is Aaron Tang and I am born and raised in Calgary, Alberta here in Canada. I am an engineer delivering projects within the energy industry. I own a 2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition with a 6-speed manual. My first love...

Auctions

Gooding & Company to auction RUF automobiles at Amelia Island

Santa Monica, California: Global market leader and renowned auction house, Gooding & Company, has announced RUF//The Collection consisting of four exceedingly rare RUF automobiles to lead its 2023 Amelia Island Auction this March. This event follows in the footsteps of Gooding & Company’s record-setting 2022 Amelia Island Auction, which became...

Group C Porsche Celebration at Silverstone Classic 2022

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Gunther Werks

Gunther Werks Speedster redefines open-air experience

Step aside Coupes While mostly known for their 911 coupes, Gunther Werks also offers an open-air model called the Speedster, which aims to enhance the driving experience provided by their existing Coupe restorations. Inspired by classic Speedsters, the Spyder features a shortened windscreen and lacks side windows, maximizing the open-air...

992 Dakar

High-Desert shootout in a Porsche 911 Dakar

Mad Max meets Burning Man A little over two decades ago, a bunch of off-roading enthusiasts decided to create the “ultimate off-road challenge” that would test the abilities and capabilities of the entire spectrum of off-roading—from rock crawling to “closed course/stadium racing” to high-speed desert-floor runs. While this event started...

Porsche Technical Information

High-voltage batteries on the test bench at Porsche

Battery Testing & Development Porsche Engineering uses state-of-the-art testing procedures for the development of electric drives, which include both real-life tests and tests conducted in a virtual environment. Their use can significantly shorten the development time and reduce the number of test vehicles needed. To continue to increase efficiency in...

Engines

History and future of the Porsche 911

In the beginning… The engine of the Porsche 911 has come a long way over the past 60 years, now with four times the power from twice the displacement. Its drive technology has continued to develop, but the fundamental concept has remained unchanged—whether naturally aspirated, as a turbo, or in...

Porsche 911 (992)

How limited-editions of the 911 are made at Porsche

Any Porsche enthusiast will know the iconic 911 comes in many flavors, including limited editions like the the Turbo 50 Years, Dakar and recent S/T. These exclusive models combine outstanding design, special drive and chassis components, and individual equipment details to create a unique product and driving experience. Special production...

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How Porsche Is Redefining Sports Cars For A New Era

If Porsche is anything, they are expert marketers. Think about it, they have not put out a dedicated ad for their cars in nearly 15 years. We’re talking about no TV commercials, no full page ad in the newspaper, no double page splash in a magazine… nothing. Yet, they are...

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How Porsche’s History is Rooted in Electric Mobility

When people think of Porsche, the image that comes to mind is usually one of sleek sports cars and legendary flat-six engines. But long before the 911 became an icon, and well before electric vehicles were mainstream, Porsche’s story had already been set “electrically” in motion. From the late 19th...

Porsche Video

How you can become a VIP client for Porsche

It is no secret when it comes to getting an allocation for a rare, limited-edition supercar, it isn’t just a matter of walking into a dealership with a suitcase full of money, chances are you won’t even be able to buy the car because you aren’t ‘on the list’ at...

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Hybrid design at Porsche Style

Innovative software—from the gaming sector, for instance—supports Style Porsche during the design process. But even in the age of digitalization, the sports car manufacturer’s design department still highly values the design quality of classic sketches and labor-intensive clay models. Along the path from vision to reality, the designers combine the...

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Introducing Our All-New 2025 Porsche Calendars

Two Exclusive Calendars for Porsche Enthusiasts Stuttcars is proud to unveil two must-have calendars for 2025: the Production Car Calendar and the Motorsport Calendar. Each calendar is a tribute to Porsche’s unparalleled legacy, offering enthusiasts a unique way to celebrate their passion every day of the year. Buy Here –...

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Is the Porsche 911 Growing Too Big for Its Own Good? A Look at Its Size Evolution

Summary The Porsche 911 has grown significantly since its inception, transitioning from a compact sports car to a more spacious grand tourer Despite its increased size and weight, the 911 maintains its renowned driving dynamics thanks to advancements in technology and engineering While some enthusiasts prefer the smaller, more agile...

Kalmar Automotive

KALMAR RS-7: The ultimate rally 911?

Here at Stuttcars, we’re no strangers to the genius of Jan Kalmar and his 911 creations, not to mention his rally and artic exploits. Are we jealous? Absolutely; nobody should be allowed to have that much fun at work! It’s always a pleasure to discuss his latest developments, which leads...

Porsche

KAMM Manufaktur reveals a 912c Classic Restomod

Founded by Miklós Kázmér in Budapest, Hungary, KAMM focuses solely on the 912 sports cars produced between 1965-1969. Renowned for being the lightest of all the road-going 911/912s, but with a better balance than a typical 911, the 912 may not be an obvious choice for a resto-mod, but its...

KAMManufaktur

KAMManufaktur to display latest 912c

Budapest-based KAMManufaktur will present its renowned, 750kg,182bhp Semi-Carbon 912c restomod at a range of US shows this summer, including the prestigious Greenwich Concours. It will also debut the first customer-ordered 699kg, Full-Carbon 912c in the UK at the Megaphonics event at Boxengasse in August. Modernized Vintage Porsche In the world...

Porsche

Le Mans 100 – A Century at the World’s Greatest Endurance Race

The Le Mans 24-Hour race is arguably the greatest motor race in the world. It started in 1923 on some public roads at Le Mans, France and continues to this day. While there maybe a few older races, notably the Indianapolis 500 and the Isle of Man TT, Le Mans...

Porsche

Le Mans 2025: Ferrari Wins, But Porsche Made Them Work for It

Photography by Matty White Media Every June, Le Mans isn’t just a race—it’s an event. A 24-hour endurance battle that kicks off an absolute gauntlet of summer racing: Nürburgring 24, Spa 24, and IMSA’s Six Hours of the Glen all roll in shortly after. But none carry the weight of...

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Little-known Special-Edition Porsche Classic Up For Sale

Based on the Porsche 914, this special-edition model was a commemorative release that celebrated one of the most dominant Porsche racing cars in history. In 1973, the Porsche 917/30 reigned supreme over the CanAm series, winning six out of eight races on the way to a dominant championship triumph. Unfortunately,...

Luftgekühlt

Luftgekühlt 10 at Universal Studios

In the 50th anniversary year of the 911 Turbo, Luftgekühlt returned to Los Angeles at the weekend to host a special event themed around Porsche’s ground-breaking air-cooled flagship sports car. Held once again on the Universal Studios Backlot, ‘Luft 10: The Sequel’, grew its presence at the unique LA venue...

Luftgekühlt

Luftgekühlt 10 to showcase Martini 917K

Chassis #019 Campaigned by the Martini Racing Team in 1971, chassis #019 has been preserved in the same unrestored condition as when it finished the Spa 1000km race. This 917K (Kurzheck or short tail) competed in both the 1970 and ’71 seasons, racing with Porsche Salzburg during its first year...

Luftgekühlt