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The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is probably the last car that comes to mind when you think about practicality. But the owner of this particular 992.1 example (as seen in the Reddit post below) based out of Dubai seems to think otherwise, as he or she has clearly tried to improve the usability of this track toy by mounting a Porsche-branded roof box, made by Swedish company, Thule. The GT3 RS does not have a frunk like other 911s, because additional aero elements have taken its place. So adding a roof box should help in maximizing space and the amount of stuff you can carry, however, it comes at a huge cost to the car’s capabilities and intended use. Regardless maybe, (and I’m just assuming here) this owner is stuck with a weird predicament, where this is their only daily driver. Let’s explore some of the pros (yes, there is one) and cons of mounting a roof rack on your GT3 RS.

Being the most capable 911 around a racetrack, the 992.1 911 GT3 RS is just a toned-down version of the 911 GT3 R endurance racing car. The aggressive bodywork isn’t just for show, but has a genuine functional purpose. Right from its design (that massive rear wing is just otherworldly for a street-legal production car) to delivering flat-out performance, thanks to its high-revving naturally aspirated flat-six, the 911 GT3 RS is an enthusiast’s dream that costs Ferrari money. Aerodynamics is the magic formula that transforms a fast sports car into a track-devouring monster. It’s all about manipulating the airflow around the vehicle to maximize performance and handling.

Even before it first debuted back in 2007, the R35 Nissan GT-R had its sights set on the Porsche 911 Turbo, outgunning it on its home turf, i.e. the Nürburgring. While the rivalry between the two has been fierce for over a decade, Godzilla is bowing out after a 15-year reign. While production ends in the U.S. for the 2024 model year (2025 in Japan), enthusiasts can grab the final editions. The 2024 Nissan GT-R boasts a revised front fascia, grille, wings, and rear end designed to improve aerodynamics without sacrificing downforce. Nissan engineers meticulously crafted a new mesh grille for better cooling and lower drag. At the same time, the top-of-the-line Nismo version receives a more aggressive rear wing and additional aerodynamic elements. A new "Stealth Gray paint" job completes the Nismo package, marking an apt send-off for this JDM icon.

The 2024 Le Mans served up quite a spectacle in the brand new LM GT3 class, with Porsche’ #91 Manthey EMA Porsche 911 GT3 R taking the win. Piloted by Richard Lietz, Morris Schuring, and Yasser Shahin, the race-spec 911 GT3 R took the checkered flag, etching Porsche’s and the Nürburing-based tuner’s name into the history books as the first manufacturer to win Le Mans with a GT3 car.

The Porsche 718 Boxster, alongside its hardtop sibling, the Cayman, has evolved into a performance powerhouse in the Porsche lineup over the past two decades. Even with the base 2.0-liter 300-horsepower turbo Boxer-four engine (which sounds similar to a Subaru Boxer four, in my opinion), the 718 not only offers performance that’s useable on a day-to-day basis but also has enough potential to carve corners with precision.

The launch of the Porsche Taycan in 2019, was a pivotal moment in the brand’s history. It quickly became a sales success, exceeding 40,000 units delivered globally in both 2023 and 2022. This achievement positioned the Taycan as a significant player in the burgeoning luxury EV market, challenging established brands and inspiring others to step up their electric game. However, the Taycan’s significance goes beyond sales figures. It catalyzed Porsche’s electrification journey, paving the way for future electric models and demonstrating the brand’s commitment to a sustainable future. It isn’t just a luxury electric vehicle (EV) but is one that represents a statement from a legacy automaker that electric performance was here to stay.

Imagine looking over from your hotel room bed and seeing your car parked on your balcony. This is exactly the unique experience the B’mine Hotel in Frankfurt, Germany offers you. YouTuber Kyle Connor, owner of the Out Of Spec YouTube Channel recently had the opportunity to review the new Taycan Sport Turismo in Germany, and in his latest video, he got to stay at the B’mine Hotel. He walks us through the experience of staying in this extraordinary space and how much a night costs. Before he gets to the hotel we also get to see the blistering performance of the Taycan facelift as he drives the car from Würzburg to Frankfurt on the infamous German Autobahn. The renewed Taycan Sport Turismo rockets to 60 MPH in under 5.0 seconds thanks to its electric powertrain options, ranging from 408 horsepower to 571 horsepower. But crucially, driving range is up to 435 miles from 208 miles.

Porsche recently debuted the 2025 992.2 Carrera and the Carrera GTS models, with the latter sporting motorsport-derived hybrid technology. However, both forego the seven-speed manual gearbox option, at least for now. Even if you configure a pre-facelifted 992.1 GT3 and GT3 RS on Porsche’s website, you’d have no option but to choose the seven-speed PDK automatic gearbox. The only manual-equipped 911 Porsche currently available is the limited-edition 911 S/T, which debuted back in August 2023.

The excitement is at its peak with the updated 911 lineup debuted for 2025, the 992.2, especially with the 911 Carrera GTS model, since it introduced the future of the 911 powertrain by going hybrid.

The world it seems has gone SUV crazy with everything from hatchbacks to wagons featuring body cladding and higher ground clearance like never before. Lamborghini and Porsche, two titans of the supercar world are the latest to embrace this trend and have now unleashed their visions of off-road insanity with the Huracán Sterrato and the 911 Dakar.

Porsche is perhaps the only legacy German carmaker that isn’t into making budget-oriented vehicles. So, if you’re considering a brand-new Porsche, you need deep pockets with a minimum of $65,000 in your bank account. For that price, you’ll primarily be paying for the Porsche badge and heritage, with a more basic feature set.

YouTuber Bembli is known for his design skills and nuanced opinions on supercar aesthetics. In his latest video, he digs into the announced changes of the 2025 Porsche and why he believes that newer is not always better. His videos always get into the minutiae of changes that happen to cars in between generations and this video is no different. We get an in-depth perception of the changes that have been implemented in the 2025 Porsche 911 models and his expert opinions on them.