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Uncovering the New Porsche 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S

Porsche’s Upgraded 718 Boxster Has Gotten Even Better It’s been two decades since Porsche’s respected ‘junior’ sports car, the Boxster, first went on sale. Three generations of the mid-engined roadster are few considering that period of time, but this puts into focus Porsche’s ability to get the basics right from the start, with just a…

Hit the Road: All-American Porsche Roadtrips

Porsche Road Trips You Need to Try in the USA If you truly love your cars, there are few better places in the world to enjoy them than right here in the United States. With a road network of 4 million miles and one of the worlds lengthiest highway systems (at a considerable 57,000 miles),…

Valentine’s Gifts for the Porsche Lover in Your Life

Grand Gift Ideas for Porsche Enthusiasts For the true Porsche aficionado, their relationship with this revered marque evokes many of the same emotions associated with a romantic relationship; there’s a sense of nostalgia when reflecting on years gone by, a feeling of escapism when you’re alone with your special one, and an undeniable, burning desire…

The 2016 Porsche Line Up

A Glimpse Into Porsche’s 2016 Crystal Ball The new year is here, and with it comes several highly anticipated models from Porsche. 2015 was the Zuffenhausen brand’s best year ever in pure sales terms, with over 200 000 models being sold in a single year for the first time in its history. Let’s take a…

Porsche Wheel Design Through The Years

A Look Into Porsche’s Iconic Wheel Designs For many decades, Porsche design has stayed true to the unique characteristics that made the original 911 such a classic. No more than a grainy silhouette is needed for the eye to instantly pick up that you’re looking at a Porsche. However, what this means is that distinguishing…

The Mystery of James Dean’s Porsche

The Ongoing Mystery of James Dean’s Infamous Porsche Many of us can recount some of the major details surrounding the tragic and untimely death of James Dean. The place was U.S. Route 466, the time was around 5h15pm and the accident took place when James, driving his Porsche 550 Spyder, slammed into a Ford Tudor,…

Porsche’s New CEO and The Months Ahead

A Look Into What Lies Ahead for Porsche’s New CEO As of October 2015, Porsche officially has a new CEO in the form of Oliver Blume. Blume steps into some really big shoes (he succeeds Matthias Müller), and will also be taking over the helm of the Zuffenhausen automotive giant at a crucial point in…

Ultimate Vintage Porsche Buyer’s Guide

Tips to Consider Before Buying a Vintage Porsche There’s something inherently special about deciding to go shopping for a vintage set of wheels, especially if it is something from your favorite brand or model. Where buying a brand new car – or upgrading your current model – criteria like value for money, fuel efficiency, safety…

Everything You Need to Know About Porsche Mission E

The Porsche Mission E Sports Car Truly Electrifies The first question that will spring to mind when you set your eyes on the Porsche Mission E Concept will probably be: what precisely is it? While it’s clear that this is a member of the Porsche family, there are also enough visual cues to suggest that…

The Unchanging 911

The Phenomenon of the Unchanging Porsche 911 The Porsche 911 is like your favorite uncle. He was the one that made you smile the most when you were younger. He was the one that mischievously snuck you an extra treat when your parents weren’t looking. He was the one that even your friends wanted to…