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Luftgekühlt started as a small gathering in a Venice Beach parking lot, Los Angeles, California, a decade ago

The event that celebrates the legacy of air-cooled Porsches has grown into a global sensation

While the focus is on air-cooled Porsches, expect to see a variety of models, including water-cooled variants, show up at the venue

Luftgekühlt 10, running in its 10th year coincides with 50th anniversary of the iconic 911 Turbo

The event will feature iconic racing cars like the Vasek Polak Racing Porsche 934

Attendees will have the chance to see the evolution of the 911 Turbo, from its early days to its modern form

Luftgekühlt 10 offers a full weekend of Porsche-related activities, including a pre-party, main event, and after-parties

The event will be held at the Universal Studios Backlot in Los Angeles on October 5th

While Early Access tickets are sold out, General Admission tickets are still available but act fast as they are selling quickly

The Porsche Cayenne received a facelift for the 2024 model year and it looks sportier than before

The facelift updated the interior as well which now has a fully digital driver's display which replaces the older analog center tachometer

However, we'll focus on the most efficient PHEV model which is the base Cayenne E-Hybrid

Just like the standard gas-powered Cayenne, the E-Hybrid packs the same 3.0-liter turbo V6.

This V6 is slightly detuned compared to its gas-only counterpart

Together, with the help of an e-motor, the hybrid powertrain cranks 463 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque

The electric motor situated between the V6 and the 8-speed gearbox is powered by a 25.9 kWh battery pack, which is 8 kWh more than the outgoing model had to offer

Porsche claims that the Cayenne E-Hybrid can travel without the combustion engine for 56 miles of all-electric range

To charge the battery pack, Porsche offers an 11 kW AC charger, which will take about 2 hours 15 minutes to fully top it up

While EPA figures for the 2024 Cayenne E-Hybrid aren't out yet, it's safe to predict it's going to return better efficiency than the model it replaces

Swipe up to find out more about the real-world range of the 2024 Cayenne E-Hybrid.

This is a comprehensive GT3 RS conversion, that is based on a 987 Boxster

The creator of this GT3 RS replica is swapped out the 2.7-liter boxer engine for a Tesla powertrain

When finished, the EV 991 GT3 RS will look exactly like Paul's thrid project - a white GT3 RS

The new body is all fiberglass except for the doors

Not detail left untouched. The 991 GT3 RS replica even gets proper mirrors

Eventually, the EV 911 GT3 RS will get a 991 dashboard in place of the 987 dash

The Tesla e-motor will provide 500 horsepower - exactly the same as a real 991 GT3 RS

The creator of this replica believes he can achieve similar weight and weight distribution to the real GT3 RS

The Boxster's convertible body style means a lot less cutting is required, compared to a Cayman

This allows for a more straightforward mounting of the roof and side panels that form the iconic 911 roofline

Swipe up to learn more about Paul's kit cars and the associated costs of Porsche replica body kits.

Despite the looming threat of electrification, Porsche continues to innovate with internal combustion technology

The automaker's latest engine design patent with the patent office squeezes 2 extra strokes in between the traditional 4 strokes, for a total of six strokes

The main feature is a new crankshaft that can alter its center rotating point, essentially giving the piston two different top and bottom dead centers

This means that Porsche's six-stroke engine design features variable compression

The patent describes the working sequence as 6 individual strokes, but also 2 sets of 3-stroke steps

A traditional 4-stroke sequence goes like this: intake - compression - power - exhaust

Porsche's 6-stroke design goes like this: intake - compression - power - compression - power - exhaust

The system would greatly increase the engine's energy efficiency, especially if combined with the T-Hybrid powertrain

A 6-stroke engine, working with the T-Hybrid system, and powered by synthetic fuels would ensure longevity for internal combustion engines

Swipe up to learn more about Porsche's revolutionary 6-stroke engine

The Porsche 928 never replaced the 911 but it almost led to a sedan way before the Panamera

It was a four-door Porsche 928 study that, eventally, led to the 989 sedan concept

The 989's design was inspired by the 911, but featured an FR layout

An all-new, 80-degree V-98 was developed that would have destroyed the BMW M5 and Mercedes 500E, at the time

Due to financial trouble and the 928's decline in sales, we did not get a 4-door Porsche sedan until the 2009 Panamera

Meanwhile, Porsche's 4-door SUV was successfull enough to save the company from bankruptsy

The future of the Panamera could be similar to that of the 989

In 2024, Porsche discontinued the Panamera Sport Turismo

While Panamera sales are on the decline, the Taycan continues to be a popular performance EV

Porsche may have another EV sedan in the making

In 2015, Porsche introduced the Pajun Concept, which was intiially meant to be a hybrid

The Pajun was initially delayed until 2019, but it may come out in the next few years, following other new Porsche EVs

Swipe up to learn more about the 989 and the future of Porsche's sedan lineup

Porsche's head of design recognizes the need for a smaller 911

The 912 could be the solution, but there is a catch

The original Porsche 912 was a four-cylinder 911, produced between 1965-1969 and 1975-1976

Early 912s were powered by the Porsche 356, 1.6-liter boxer engine

Models produced in 1975 and 1976 were dubbed the 912E, and were powered by a Volkswagen 2.0-liter engine

A revived Porsche 912 would make more sense as an EV

A four-cylinder, 911-like sports car would not be well-received by Porsche fans

And a scaled-down 911 will be an impossible fit for the wide boxer engine

Porsche is preparing to launch a few more EV models

If a 912 is among them, it would share hardware with the 718 EV

Swipe up to read more about the potential return of the Porsche 912

Personalize your Cayenne S with exclusive exterior colors

Turns snazzier for 2024 with a sharper design

Sit back. Relax. Witness the new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 take control

Rear-axle steering for enhanced agility and easier city handling

Off-Road Package for travelling to less-explored places

A redesigned cabin with new infotainment amenities

Upright driving posture with the 18-way adaptive sports seats

Cutting-edge lighting technology with the HD Matrix headlights

Mind-blowing stopping power with the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes

Self-driving capabilities on compatible roads with Porsche InnoDrive

new tailight.

new wheels

Even in more performance-infused RS Cayman/Boxster variants, the mid-engine Porsche 718 is meant to be an entry-level sports car for Porsche

The 718 range tops out with the naturally-aspirated GT4 RS, which shares an engine with the 992 GT3 RS

The Cayman and Boxster are simply a bridge between the base 718 models and the 911 lineup, hence omitting a Turbo variant

For 2026, the mid-engine Porsche goes EV, and so far, we have three known variants

The 718 base, 718 S, and 718 GTS - the latter is the only one that costs over $100,000

That said, Porsche is also slapping "Turbo" badges to EVs like the Taycan and Macan

So, a Porsche 718 Turbo EV cannot be ruled out just yet

A combustion-powered Porsche Cayman/Boxster Turbo could ruin the 911 Turbo for die-hard fans

A smaller, lighter, mid-engine Porsche with the 992 Turbo S engine could spell trouble for the iconic, rear-engine model's top variant

A combustion-powered Cayman Turbo will not be made, at least not by Porsche

Swipe up to read more about Porsche's unusual decisions about naming its models.

If you're in the market for a used 987 Boxster or Cayman, here are some of the things to keep in mind

The 987 is a champion of retaining value, even after 20 years

Similar to other Porsche sports cars, the 987 shares 2/3 of its architecture with the 997

The 987 platform is, actually, an evolution of the 9x6 platform, underpinning the 986 Boxster

Limited-edition models like the Porsche Cayman S Design Edition 1 are particularly valuable

The 987 Boxster S RS60 is an homage to a very special 550 Spyder

Some of the special-edition 987s are limtieed to just 250 examples

987 is the last mid-engine Porsche with hydraulic steering

This is also when Porsche introduced PASM

Early models, equipped with the M96 and M97 engines share many of the 986 and 996 issues

The 987 interior is vastly superior to the 986 generation

Modified examples or those without proper service records warrant caution

Swipe up to find out more about what to look for when on the market for a Porsche 987

This Is The Piëch GT 2.0

A 1000 HP Concept EV From Piëch Automotive

Piëch Automotive Was Started By Rea Stark Rajcic And Anton Piëch, Son Of The Legendary Ferdinand Piëch

While The Company Has Only Concieved A Full-Scale Concept Clay Model For Now

It Will Soon Build An Electric GT Car With A 90 kWh Battery Powers With Over 1000 HP And 800 Lb-Ft Of Torque

The GT Will Have A Top Speed Of 187 MPH And Hit 0-60 MPH In 2.6 Seconds

The GT Will Feature The Piech Dual2Drive Layout, Which Assigns One Motor To Each Rear Wheel

The GT Is Stated To Have A WLTP Range Of 312 Miles

The GT Will Also Have The Support Of A 500-kW Fast Charger

Piech Automotive Plans To Start Deliveries In 2028

Swipe Up To Read The GT's Full Story

The 718 is a mid-engine sports car available in coupe (Cayman) and convertible (Boxster) body styles

Despite potential electrification, the current gas-powered 718 remains a phenomenal performance machine

Of all the available 718 trims, the Spyder RS is the most powerful 718 model with a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1532

The Spyder RS has a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine producing 493 horsepower

The Spyder RS is equipped with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission, with RWD

The Spyder RS weighs 3,214 pounds, making it the lightest 718 model

The Spyder RS features a lightweight fabric roof and other weight-saving measures with extensive use of carbon fiber

The optional $12,570 Weissach Package can help reduce weight even further

The Spyder RS offers a visceral driving experience with its naturally aspirated engine and precise handling

The Spyder RS, which retails for $164,200 is the ultimate expression of the 718 format and a must-have for performance enthusiasts

To find out how other models in the 718 range stack up against the Spyder RS when it comes to power-to-weight ratio, swipe up.

TECHART's Flyweight treatment is all about making the 911 Turbo S lightweight

The regular GT Street R was limtied to 87 units

TECHART's GT Street R Flyweight is even more exclusive, with just 19 cars planned

Like the regular GT Street R, the Flyweight packs 800 horsepower and 700 pound-feet

The Flyweight is over 132 pounds lighter than the standard car

TECHART offers plenty of customization options for the Clubsport interior, dominated by Alcantara and carbon fiber

The Recaro, carbon-bucket seats weigh just 10.8 pounds each

The new fenders feature air extractors, similar to a 911 GT3 RS

The Formula VI Race Flyweight forged wheels are now lighter, reducing unsprung weight

The active rear wing is the craziest part of the aero kit, providing four times as much downforce over the stock 992.1 Turbo S

Swipe up for more on TECHART's ultimate treatment for the 992 Turbo S.