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PDK only for next-gen Porsche 911 Turbo

Here’s the latest summary of things to expect when the 991-based Porsche 911 Turbo is unveiled later this year. PDK transmission only, coupled to a computer controlled water cooled Haldex centre differential. Up to 13% more power able to be sent to the front wheels. Active aerodynamics employed to improve front-end downforce. Turbo body to […]

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Porsche Australia slashes prices, or does it?

Drive.com.au brings word that Porsche Cars Australia has taken its red pen out and slashed prices across the board. For an entry level Boxster you will soon save $5500 off the old retail list price, while at the upper end, a rather large $36,300 has been trimmed from the 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. This action […]

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2013 Porsche 911 RSR revealed

The 2013 World Endurance Championship kicks off in two weeks time with the 6 Hours of Silverstone. It’s timely then that Porsche has revealed its brand new 911 RSR which will compete in the series. Based on the 991 911, the extra 100mm in its wheelbase has given the new RSR has a lower centre […]

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PDK-only for 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 RS

UK publication Car magazine brings the scoop that the 991-based 911 GT3 RS will carry over the PDK transmission and electronic power steering from the just released 911 GT3 (pictured). Their source is very reliable, too, none other than Andreas Preuninger, Head of GT Cars at Porsche. There can be no mistaking Preuninger’s comments, either. […]

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2013 Porsche 911 GT3 R revealed

We bring you some race-ready porn from Porsche this morning with details of the 2013-spec 911 GT3 R being released. First, we must note this is still based on the 997-model, so there will be a new 991-based GT3 R sometime in the future. The 997 GT3 R was first released in 2010 and since […]

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Geneva 2013: Porsche 911 GT3 revealed

It just looks perfect. From every angle the new 991 Porsche 911 GT3 has a purposeful stance that just looks right. Simply by looking at the new GT3 it begs you to drive it. On to the official stats for the latest 911 GT3. It has a tidy 350kW (475hp) at 8250rpm and 440Nm of […]

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Porsche 911 GT3 details emerge ahead of Geneva debut

The 991-based Porsche 911 GT3 will be revealed to the world at the Geneva Motor Show. Word on the street says a Porsche dealer with loose lips has leaked a few GT3 details. First, the good news, of sorts. The 991 GT3 will be powered by a 450hp 3.8 litre flat six able to reach […]

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2013 Porsche 911 Turbo chasing Spanish sun

With much of Europe carpeted in snow Porsche has sent its 991-based 911 Turbo prototypes to the sunshine of Spain to continue their development program. The next-gen 911 Turbo could be revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013. If it does make a showing we’re expecting to see it powered by a twin-turbo […]

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2013 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup revealed

Just a day after releasing a teaser video, Porsche is telling the world all about its new competition-only 911 GT3 Cup. The 991-based racer is powered by 338kW (460hp) 3.8 litre flat six cylinder engine, which probably tells us the yet to be released road-going model will stick with the same size engine. Paddle shifters […]

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VIDEO: 2013 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup preview

Porsche has followed up their announcement they will be racing a pair of 911 GT3 RSRs at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with this short preview video showing the new 991-based 91 GT3 Cup. The clip doesn’t give too much away, but when the official word comes out you’ll be reading about it here. […]

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Porsche says goodbye to 911 GT3 RSR (997)

Ongoing development of the 997-based 911 GT3 RSR you see above has been ceased in order to make way for a 991-based replacement, due in 2014. The 2012-spec RSR will still be supported by Porsche for teams choosing to race it next year. Hartmut Kristen, head of Porsche Motorsport worldwide, recently announced the news, and […]

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AIMS 2012 gallery: Porsche

We love Porsche for many things. Chief among them is the Porsche–Australia relationship. It’s a genuinely strong one, thanks largely to Norman Hamilton who played a key role in the development of right-hand drive Porsches and began importing them here 61 years ago. One of the legacies of that relationship is the sight of a […]