Porsche has revealed the new 2014 Boxster GTS. It enters the market as the new flagship model, becoming the most powerful iteration of the iconic sports car. Sitting in the engine compartment behind the driver is a 3.4-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine producing 243kW and 370Nm. It’s linked up to […]
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Porsche 911 GT3 recall due to conrod fasteners
After Porsche told owners of its latest 911 GT3 to stop driving their cars due to a potential fire hazard, and issuing a recall, the company has now announced the problem is down to the conrod fasteners. This means all examples that have been built and delivered all over the […]
Porsche 911 GT3 rear-wheel steering system explained
Have you ever wondered how rear-wheel steering works? It sounds fairly straight forward, however, as you can learn in the video below provided by Elephant Racing, there’s actually quite a lot to it. Well, speaking in terms of the system used in the latest Porsche 911 GT3. )
Porsche 918 Spyder ‘Weissach’ package explained
In the ultra-fast hypercar world, things are moving very quick with a number of high-tech systems being used. One of the latest to hit the scene is the Porsche 918 Spyder. It features a hugely complex and powerful hybrid powerplant with all-wheel drive. If it isn’t quick enough for you, […]
Switzer Porsche 911 Turbo tuned to 900hp
Renowned Porsche tuner Switzer has finished building a complete package for the previous-gen 997 Porsche 911 Turbo, boosting engine performance and visual impact. Starting with the engine, Switzer has applied its own set of custom turbochargers to the 3.8-litre flat-six engine, as well as new intercoolers, a flexi-fuel injection system, […]
Euro classics up for auction in Sydney
Some of the world’s most desirable classic sports cars will go under the hammer on Monday March 3 at the Shannons Sydney Autumn Classic Auction. One of the draw cards will be a Ferrari Dino 246 GTS featuring Ferrari’s trademark Rosso Corsa red paint with tan leather trim. The car […]
991 Porsche 911 GT3 recalled due to fire hazard
A number of new Porsche 911 GT3 vehicles have gone up in flames in recent months causing the company to pause selling the epic sports car. An official recall has now been issued affecting 785 cars. As reported a few of days ago, Porsche put a halt to the sale […]
Porsche 911 GT3 joins the spontaneous-combustion bandwagon
It started off with a few rumours but now Porsche has confirmed it has stopped selling the epic new 991 Porsche 911 GT3 due to reports of various spontaneous fires. Apparently five near-spanking-new examples have gone up in flames in recent months. Porsche Cars North America product communications manager Nick […]