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technology20 days ago•22 min saved

From Ashes to Asphalt: YouTuber Rebuilds Fire-Damaged Porsche 911 GT3 for $1

A fire-damaged Porsche 911 GT3 written off by insurers was bought for $1 by YouTuber Emelia Hartford. She documented a painstaking, authentic restoration—rebuilding wiring, control modules, and mechanicals, sourcing factory-spec parts, renewing the interior, and ensuring the car would drive as a true GT3. The project underscores hands-on craftsmanship and demonstrates that with time and expertise, a ruined machine can regain genuine performance and value, rather than becoming mere content.

via Luxurylaunches|

#911-gt3 #car-restoration #emelia-hartford

motorsport1 month ago•23 min saved

Fog Delays Daytona Rolex 24 as Porsche Leads Under Extended FCY

Live updates from the Rolex 24 at Daytona show dense fog keeping the field under caution; the #7 Porsche leads GTP with the #6 Porsche and #31 Cadillac close behind, while pit stops, a drive-through penalty for the #60 Acura, and FCY laps shuffle GT/GTD as LMP2 leader Cameron extends his gap—race status remains under caution as visibility slowly improves.

via Motorsport.com|

#daytona #fog #imsa

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Porsche Hits the Front Early in Rolex 24 At Daytona

Porsche led the opening six hours of the Rolex 24 at Daytona with the No. 7 Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 ahead of the field, while the No. 93 Acura and No. 24 BMW pressed behind. AO Racing’s Jonny Edgar led LMP2, and GTD Pro saw BMW and Corvette near the front as Ferraris led the GTD class; the race featured five cautions and 55 of 60 cars still running as IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup points began to accrue.

via IMSA|

#daytona #endurance-racing #imsa

motorsport1 month ago•9 min saved

Porsche Surges to Daytona 24 Hours Lead Amid Start-Line Chaos

The 64th Daytona 24 Hours opened in chaotic fashion with a Turn 1 multi-car LMP2 crash triggering a full-course yellow and the #28 RS1 Porsche GTD retirement. The #7 Porsche Penske, driven by Felipe Nasr, charged into the lead as green flag racing resumed, with Nasr top in GTP ahead of pole-sitting #93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing and the sister #6 Porsche in the early class standings.

via racingnews365.com|

#crash #daytona-24-hours #felipe-nasr

business1 month ago•6 min saved

Porsche Slips to Sixteen-Year Low as China Slide Hits Global Sales

Porsche’s global deliveries fell 10% in 2025 to 279,449 units, the steepest drop in 16 years, with China down 26% and declines across Europe and other regions; the Macan remained the top seller while the 911 posted a record, and Porsche signaled a pivot back toward combustion and hybrid models amid strong Chinese EV competition.

via Carscoops|

#business #china #electric-vehicles

german-cars1 month ago•10 min saved

Porsche’s 2025 sales dip: 911 still shines as Europe’s combustion era winds down

Porsche’s 2025 global sales fell about 10% to 279,449 as Europe’s shift away from combustion models and softer Taycan demand offset the continued strength of the 911 (over 50k sold). The US remained the largest market, while Europe saw rising electrified deliveries. Management flags a 2026 focus on “value over volume” and is phasing out the combustion versions of the 718 and Macan, with new GT3-style and EV-focused models in the pipeline.

via PistonHeads|

#911 #europe #ev-adoption

obituaries1 month ago•3 min saved

Porsche Racing Legend Hans Herrmann Dies at 97

Hans Herrmann, a legendary Porsche racing driver known for his victories at Le Mans and other major endurance races, passed away at age 97. His career included over 80 wins and a historic victory at the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans, cementing his legacy in motorsport history. Porsche and the racing community mourn his loss.

via Porsche Newsroom|

#hans-herrmann #le-mans #motorsport

motors1 month ago•7 min saved

Porsche’s New Hybrid 911 Turbo S Delivers Historic Performance

The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S is the most powerful production 911 ever, boasting 711 hp with a hybrid drivetrain, advanced aerodynamics, and record-breaking Nürburgring lap times, while maintaining versatility as a daily driver.

via Robb Report|

#911-turbo-s #hybrid #luxury-cars

automotive2 months ago•7 min saved

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS: Embracing the Joy of Getting Lost

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, despite its outdated tech, offers an exhilarating driving experience focused on pure driving pleasure, with minimal distractions and a powerful flat-six engine, making it one of the last of its kind before newer electric models take over.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #car-technology #cayman-gt4-rs

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Porsche Legend Zwart Labels East African Safari as Toughest Race Yet

Jeff Zwart, a seasoned racer, called the East African Safari Classic Rally the hardest event he's ever participated in, highlighting the challenging terrain and his experience racing a vintage Porsche 911 across Africa, finishing 17th amidst tough conditions and car issues.

via The Drive|

#classic-cars #east-african-safari-rally #endurance-racing

automotive2 months ago•3 min saved

Porsche Restores 20-Year-Old Carrera GT to Pristine Condition

Porsche restored a 20-year-old Carrera GT to near-new condition with a custom Salzburg racing livery inspired by the 1970 Porsche 917, including a full mechanical overhaul and bespoke interior details, highlighting the model's enduring performance and collector appeal.

via The Drive|

#automotive #carrera-gt #porsche

automotive2 months ago•2 min saved

Porsche's Shift from Air-Cooled to Water-Cooled Engines

Porsche switched from air-cooled to water-cooled engines in 1997 primarily due to stricter emission regulations, the need for more power and better cooling, and cost efficiencies. The last air-cooled 911 was the 993 model, launched in 1993, which marked the end of an era celebrated for its unique charm and engineering.

via Jalopnik|

#911 #air-cooled #automotive

automotive2 months ago•3 min saved

Man Transforms Porsche's Rear with Surprising Results

A YouTuber upgraded the rear of a first-generation Porsche Panamera Turbo by installing modern LED taillights that mimic newer models, improving its appearance without bodywork modifications, and is also working on enhancing its exhaust sound.

via Carscoops|

#automotive #car-customization #car-modification

automotive2 months ago•2 min saved

Porsche Reverses EV-Only Plan for 718 Sports Cars, Returns to Petrol Power

Porsche is reversing its plan to make the next-generation 718 Boxster and Cayman electric-only, instead reintroducing petrol engines by adapting the EV platform to accommodate internal combustion engines, as part of a strategic shift to boost production efficiency and meet market demands.

via Autocar|

#automotive #boxster #cayman

automotive3 months ago•2 min saved

Porsche Develops 18-Cylinder, 3-Turbo Monster W Engine

Porsche has patented a unique W-shaped engine design with three cylinder banks and three turbos, potentially an 18-cylinder engine, but it is unlikely to be produced for consumer cars due to high costs and limited market appeal.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #car-innovation #patent