Khris Bharath

The Porsche 992.2 GTS is a divisive machine, even by 911 standards. The GTS badge first appeared on the 997 generation and has since evolved to symbolize performance-focused refinement and it has long been touted as the sweet spot between Carrera usability and GT3 aggression. The 992.2 iteration brings a host of changes: The introduction of an all-new 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged (9A3B6) hybrid powertrain, Porsche has ignited a firestorm of criticism. Is it the future of performance motoring, or a betrayal of everything the GTS badge stands for? Let’s take an unvarnished look.

The 992.2 update for the Porsche 911 has been an interesting case. Earlier this year, we saw the first-ever production hybrid 911 with the GTS. Then came the 992.2 GT3, which strangely enough did not receive a power bump, marking a first for Porsche. As the 992.2 lineup continues to evolve, the next-gen GT3 RS is expected to feature slightly more power from its signature 4.0-liter flat-six. But for those who don’t want to wait, Manthey Racing, the Nürburgring-based Porsche Super Cup veteran, offers a comprehensive kit to upgrade the 992.1 GT3 RS, NOW. This package delivers much-needed aerodynamic and chassis enhancements that might make the upcoming 992.2 GT3 RS seem like an unnecessary upgrade. I recently got to take a close look at the Manthey kit in person, at the Icons Of Porsche event in Dubai, and here’s how it compares to the standard GT3 RS.

With the intent of soon bidding farewell to the internal combustion engine that once defined it, Porsche finally dragged its best-selling Macan into the electric age last year. But if things don’t go to plan, I have a feeling that the gas-powered variant which is set to be discontinued in 2026, may stick around. The recent shift in market dynamics, not favoring EVs much has warranted Porsche to realign its EV strategy with rumors of some models that were destined to be electric even to take the hybrid route, or even better an ICE retrofit. Meanwhile, Tesla’s super-popular and newly unveiled Model Y, now under the "Juniper" moniker, is all set to continue to assert its dominance in the electric crossover market, already racking up 50,000 orders within the very first day.

Now, while I’m a man of simple pleasures, I have my indulgences and one of them happens to be automotive scale models. You know the little plastic and metal things that sit on your desk, gathering dust and occasionally falling victim to the vacuum cleaner. Anyway, recently, I acquired a 1:18 scale model of the Porsche 550 Spyder (my fourth) and it’s quite decent. Nicely painted in a rather understated shade of silver, doors, hood, and engine cover that, and even the motor look vaguely convincing. Cost me about fifty bucks. Not bad value, you might think. But then I stumbled upon this… this… thing from the Amalgam Collection that costs $30,000 and I found myself compelled to dig deeper into why the sky-high price tag.

If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the 992.2 Carrera S, then the wait is finally over! Porsche has just taken the wraps off what is considered the most popular 911 trim as its very first model for the 2025 model year. Introduced in 2005 with the 997 generation, the “S” in Carrera S stands for Sport, offering a more potent alternative to the base Carrera.

After what seems like an eternity, the highly anticipated 992.2 Carrera S is finally here. The Carrera S is one of the most popular 911 trims and each iteration since the 997 has built upon the last, and now for 2025, Porsche has made some significant improvements over the outgoing 992.1 model. Available as a coupe or cabriolet and sitting snugly in the lineup between the "entry-level" Carrera and the more performance-hungry hybridized GTS, is it just another variant, or does it genuinely carve out its own niche? I will say this: Porsche has taken what was already excellent and made it even better with a lot more standard equipment and more power. Now, while this new model may not be the most powerful 911 or the most radical departure, it has an understated brilliance that certainly deserves proper investigation, so here goes.

While the sales of EVs have experienced a slowdown in recent times, automakers continue to develop products until the market catches up. In the meantime, I’m curious to see how a brand like Porsche adopts to these challenges particularly when its facing competition not just in China (they shut nearly 29% of dealerships in 2024), but also in key markets like the United States and also in its home turf, once again from a looming threat of Chinese EVs.

So here we are again with yet another leak of the 992.2 Turbo. This time, it’s a schematic from an instruction booklet. If you’ve been following along, you’ll know we’ve already uncovered a few juicy details from Porsche’s own configurator a while back, but this latest discovery sheds a bit more light on what Porsche has been quietly cooking up for the 992.2 Turbo, that is soon set to take the hybrid route. Now, I’ll admit, that the hybridization of the Turbo is a rather divisive turn of events. It’s not the sort of thing that will get everyone clapping politely. But regardless, let’s delve into what we actually know.

I’ll be blunt: if you think Porsche parts are expensive; Bugatti’s headlight pricing will make you laugh or cry. A pair of used headlights for the ballistic Bugatti Chiron is currently being offered for 147,000 EUR ($174,000) on eBay in Germany. Yes, that’s roughly the price of a brand-new Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS (992.2). It’s absurd, but this is Bugatti we’re talking about, where absurdity is the norm. The headlights featured in the listing belong to a Super Sport 300+ Pur Sport. Bugatti’s LED units make Porsche’s iconic four-point design which has been around since the gen-1 Panamera, almost look quaint.

After the Top Gear trio, I’m talking about Clarkson, Hammond, and May, one of the most influential personalities from the automotive world that has had a profound impact on my career has got to be Doug DeMuro. If you haven’t heard of the guy, he is most renowned for his ’quirks and features’ video format for reviewing cars. Now I had the pleasure of speaking with Doug last year to talk about his online car auction site ’Cars & Bids’ for modern classics (’80s) and I routinely keep tabs on the cars he reviews. I’m also a fan of his annual Doug awards, 8th year among the many categories that he had, I was surprised that he chose his ’Biggest Surprise of the Year’ to be the Porsche 911 S/T. Here’s why.

When you think of Porsche sedans today, the Panamera and Taycan immediately come to mind. These cars are stunning examples of how Porsche blends sports car DNA with four-door practicality. But what if I told you Porsche experimented with a rear-engine sedan long before these models became household names? That’s where the Bertone Karisma concept comes in. Now I’ll admit, hearing the name Carrozzeria Bertone usually brings up images of exotic wedge-shaped masterpieces like the V12-powered Lamborghini Miura, and a personal favourite of mine the Lancia Stratos. The idea of Bertone collaborating with Porsche, a brand known for precision and understated design, sounded almost too good to be true. But it did happen, and the result as you can see from these images was nothing short of spectacular.

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the Icons of Porsche event in Dubai, where a dazzling array of Porsche GT2s from several generations was on display including the likes of the 997 and several variations of the 991. There was one that was also kitted out with a kit from Manthey Racing, who are an official race partner, tuning both race and road cars for the German brand. The GT2 is essentially the wild, untamed extension of the 911 Turbo. Where the Turbo is the polished, everyman supercar, the GT2 is a beast that trades comfort for raw performance. Porsche uses the GT2 to push the limits of the Turbo’s potential. The latest and final episode ’Turbo - Beyond Performance’ of Porsche Heritage Moments, (a series celebrating 50 years of the Tubro) featuring, Timo Bernhard, Thomas Krickelberg, and Frank Jung gives us some insights look at the engineering, history, and legacy of the Turbo’s wild cousin: the GT2. While the trio also touch upon the 911 Turbo 50th anniversary edition, I wanted to focus my attention on the pristine red 997 GT2 at the Porsche Museum.

Ah, the 964 Turbo 3.6. There’s something about the 964 that appeals to enthusiasts of the older, more "raw" Porsche 911s. It’s not as outlandishly beloved as the 930 Turbo, nor is it as “driver-focused” as the later 993, but it strikes a very interesting balance. And if you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know that its price has been climbing at an uncomfortable pace. For those who didn’t, or for those who tried to argue that these cars weren’t worth much, the hammer came down at $375,000 for a 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.6 sold on Bringatrailer.

Let me preface by saying that I’m no expert when it comes to Porsche’s motorsport legacy. Having said that, I am aware that the German brand is quite literally built upon the foundations of their glory days in racing, as this tech eventually finds its way into Porsche’s road cars. Where do you think the names like Panamera and Carrera actually come from? Last month, at the Icons of Porsche event in Dubai, I had the privilege of coming face-to-face with a select few Porsche race cars that have dominated at Le Mans: the 911 GT1, the alien-looking 963, the brutal 956, and the legendary 962.

While EV hypercars haven’t exactly lit the market on fire (I’m looking at you Rimac Nevera), EV sports cars might just be the category to watch out for. Think about it, Porsche is grappling with supply chain issues for its upcoming 718 EV, and the 911 EV is still some time away. Meanwhile, Tesla’s Roadster seems like a distant dream at this point. But China? China is eating everyone’s lunch. Now, I’ve ridiculed some of their past creations for being copycats but having driven a Chinese EV myself I have to admit, that the Asian giant has come a long way not just in terms of coming up with some truly unique and original products, but also in terms of innovating across all verticals of its domestic auto market.

Oliver Blume, Porsche’s Chairman of the Executive Board, is one of the few automotive leaders who isn’t afraid to make bold moves in a rapidly changing industry. In an insightful interview with Porsche’s Christophorus magazine, Blume pulled no punches about Porsche’s strategy for the future. The key takeaways? Porsche is doubling down on electrification, staying flexible with drivetrains, and betting on synthetic fuels to ease the transition to electric mobility. Here’s why this strategy may either make or break the brand in the coming decade.

It appears that there’s a storm brewing in Zuffenhausen, and it’s all about Porsche’s next big move into electrification. Now I can’t speak for all Porschephiles, but given the number of spy shots we’ve seen over the past year, I’m sure that a small group is at least curious to learn more about the upcoming all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman, Originally slated for a 2025 debut, this electrified replacement for Porsche’s entry-level sports car was supposed to signal a bold new chapter for the German brand. But now, that dream seems to be sputtering, mired in delays, supplier woes, and engineering headaches. According to a recent report from the German publication, Automobilwoche, the electric 718’s production timeline is in jeopardy. That’s a big deal because Porsche had been betting on this car to seamlessly replace the outgoing combustion-powered model, which is scheduled to go out of production in October 2025 due to EU cybersecurity regulations. If the EV version doesn’t land on time, Porsche could find itself without an entry-level sports car for the first time in decades. So the question isn’t just whether the electric 718 will make it on time, but it’s whether Porsche can even deliver the magic that made its predecessors icons in the first place.

Porsche’s dealership network in the U.S. evolved significantly since the brand first entered the market in 1950. The partnership between Max Hoffman and Ferdinand Porsche marked the beginning of Porsche’s American presence. Hoffman, a New York-based salesman, was pivotal in establishing the brand’s reputation, despite Porsche’s smaller engines and higher prices compared to rivals. His marketing efforts, highlighting the 356’s performance and quality, led to early success. By 1954, Hoffman was selling 11 cars per week, contributing to Porsche’s increasing presence in the U.S.

While 3D software has allowed us to let our imaginations run wild in the virtual world, 3D printing has opened up a whole new dimension with the kind of stuff that we can actually bring to life in the real world. Just about anyone with a basic 3D printer these days, can now create some truly complex and sophisticated forms, all from the comfort of their homes. It appears that’s exactly what this 911 bag seen on Facebook is all about. Sure, you probably already know about Porsche-branded bags, and depending on the quality and price, it could be from the German brand’s lifestyle division PD or from collaborations with a sportswear brand like Puma or Adidas. But the one you see here is unique because it looks like the rear end of an actual 911. Let’s dig into some of the details about what makes this particular Porsche bag different.