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The 992.2 generation could mark the end of an era for the naturally aspirated engines for the GT3

Porsche GT boss says the next-gen 911 GT3 may adopt hybrid tech or turbo power

The Euro 7 emissions standard will kick in from January 1 2025

The writing is on the wall: 992.2 GT3 packs the same power as the 992.1 GT3

The 992.2 GT3 has less peak torque than the 992.1 GT3 - 339 vs 346 lb-ft...

but at least on paper, the new 911 GT3 isn't any slower

Bugatti Tourbillon may be hinting at a hybrid 911 GT3

Porsche still remains a majority stakeholder of Bugatti after its acquisition by Rimac from VW

Other Porsche sports cars are bound to follow

Turbocharging would compromise the 911 GT3's classic characteristics...

since turbocharged engines are typically more muffled and have less-immediate response than naturally-aspirated mills

Hybrids and manual transmissions rarely mix, which begs the question: will the next GT3 come only with the PDK?

A version of the T-Hybrid powertrain as seen on the GTS, may be the solution, unless...

Porsche actually makes the six-stroke engine, it recently patented

Synthetic fuels are another option to comply with stringent emissions regulations, but Porsche is still figuring out the logistics

The entire season of 8 races of the Porsche Mobil 1 that feature 911 GT3 Cup cars run exclusively on e-fuels

We have two more years of the normally-aspirated, non-hybrid 911 GT3

The Porsche 992.2 GT3 may be the last pure, naturally-aspirated track-focused Porsche

Will this be the end of an epic era of Porsche track weapons?

Swipe up to learn more about what the future holds for Porsche's 911 GT3

A rapid change in the EV scene means the Porsche 718 will continue to offer boxer engines

The Porsche 718 EV is still coming, but Porsche announced it will be integrating ICE and hybrid technology in its EVs

The market no longer favors EVs as hybrids jump in popularity

Production of the 982-generation will either be prolonged or Porsche will come up with an all-new platform

Like other EV models, the fully-electric 718 will adopt some aesthetics from the Taycan

Porsche 718 saw a 10-percent increase in sales, likely due to Porsche's original plans to replace it with an EV, in 2025

The 983-generation will continue to be offered as, bith, coupe and convertible, regardless of the powertrain type

We expect the T-Hybrid powertrain will be repurposed for use in the smaller 718

Given what they've done with the 992.2, we expect the next-gen 718 to also be available in GT4 guise

Swipe up for more on what we can expect from the Porsche 718 in the future

Porsche has confirmed that a fully electric 911 won't arrive before the end of the decade

The brand is shifting towards hybridization, with the hybrid Carrera GTS already on the market

Hybrid 992.2 Turbo models expected to follow suit next year

Porsche's partnership with Varta will provide battery cells for the upcoming hybrid Turbo models

The T-Hybrid system in the 911 Carrera GTS prioritizes performance over efficiency

It works with an all-new 3.6-liter flat-six that packs an e-Turbo and an additional electric motor that draws power from that 1.9 kWh Varta battery

The base Turbo model is expected to retain a pure internal combustion engine

The Turbo S and Turbo S Touring will likely feature hybrid technology

The hybrid 911 GTS model serves as a precursor to the hybridized Turbo models

The 2025 911 Turbo will be a carryover model, with the hybrid Turbo variants arriving for the 2026 model year

Porsche's move towards hybridization is seen as an adaptation to changing market conditions

It aims to do so, while preserving the core essence of the 911

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992.2 Turbo and Turbo S based on Spyshots

The 992.2 is set to become the first electrified Turbo model

Revised front-end

Refreshed four-point LED headlights with integrated turn signals

Bigger active vertical air-intakes as seen on 992.2 Carrera GTS

Similar to 992.2 Carrera GTS and GT3

Reference: 992.1 Turbo With Indicators In The Front Bumper

Turbo wide-body Side-air intake covered

No fixed rear wing. Carrera rear-decklid, spoiler, yellow-sticker indicating a high-voltage system

Reference: 992.1 Turbo S

Prototype with oval sports exhaust and quad-exhaust units on the 992.2 Turbo Cabriolet

992.2 GTS (7:16) is quicker around Nurburgring than 992.1 Turbo S (7:18)

The upcoming Turbo S model will feature big updates making a sub-7:10 time possible, owing to the hybrid tech

All-new T-Hybird Powertrain with 3.6-liter flat-six with e-turbo

On the hybridized mill, will the e-motor be the same unit with more power than the 55 hp found in the 992.2 Carrera GTS?

The Turbo S and Turbo Touring, lineup should ditch the old 3.8-liter mill in favor of the all-new (9A3B6) 3.6L hybrid with the e-Turbo

The wingless Turbo S Touring will feature RWD, similar to the 2022 911 Sport Classic, without a manual, since the e-motor integrate into the 8-speed DCT

The standard 992.2 Turbo could get a revised version of the 3.8-liter mill with RWD and a manual transmission

Inside, expect a revised cabin with more on-board tech with more luxury-oriented features

No more analog tach, start-stop button instead of twist-to-start

Expect a price premium of 50k over current models based on the Carrera and GT3 price increases

Rumors suggest the 992 Turbo range to debut for sometime in 2025, with the launch slated for 2026

These spy shots by CarSpyMedia show a 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 RS MR, which is a collaboration between Porsche and Manthey Racing, aimed at enhancing the performance of the standard GT3 RS

The MR features aggressive aerodynamics, including a massive swan-neck rear wing, vortex generators, and a redesigned rear diffuser, to increase downforce and stability

Additional aero enhancements include a redesigned front splitter with dive planes, larger canards, and a huge horizontal fin replacing the rear window

Manthey is also likely to offer adjustable coil over suspension for better adjustability

Lightweight magnesium wheels with aero discs upgraded brakes and braided lines

The MR is expected to significantly improve the GT3 RS's lap times on the track

But it won't be eligible for official Nürburgring records for a production car, due to being an aftermarket kit

The Manthey Performance Kit for the 911 GT3 is expected to be more expensive than the existing kit for the standard GT3's $60,500 asking price

While the MR is a track-focused machine, it remains to be seen how many GT3 RS owners will actually take advantage of its extreme capabilities

Given that the car in the spy shots looks production-ready, the official announcement should be soon.

Porsche Spices things up for the Panamera S, 4S, and Turbo (S) E Hybrid models with a revolutionary suspension

Despite losing the more practical body style for 2024, some innovative features seem to suggest that the Panamera is here to stay

Also, compared to the Porsche's other four-door sedan, the all-electric Taycan, the Panamera is a slow-seller

However, potent new hybrid powertrains, Porsche's Active Suspension, and the rise in popularity of hybrid vehicles may change that

The new suspension features active dampers that can react 13 times per second to maximize stability and comfort

They, not only filter out road imperfections but also act as anti-roll bars

Among the many features the Active Suspension offers are dynamic ground clearance Smart Lift

Upon braking and accelerating, the new suspension can also adjust camber for maximized traction

This raises the car's height in milli-seconds, making getting in and out easier

The system also acconts for numerous aspects like the load on each wheel, differential lock, and more

Porsche's Active Suspension is a $7,150 optional extra for the Panamera

Swipe up for more details on Porsche's trick suspension, how it works, and what it means for the Panamera's future.

The Chinese made Xiaomi SU7's exterior design is sleek and Porsche-like, attracting attention despite potential criticism for being derivative

But look past the copy-cat looks and the SU7 seems to tick a lot of boxes

Xiaomi of course is a consumer electrics powerhouse and the SU7 is its very first effort at building an electric vehicle

Offered in three flavors, the SU7 offers strong acceleration

As quick as 2.78 seconds to 60 mph on the top-spec MAX model

You also get a decent range between 435 to 515 miles from a single charge

You also have decent battery packs with the latest in DC fast-charging capabilities, ensuring fast charge times

You have the ability to add physical controls and buttons to the touchscreen infotainment system, via several attachments as accessories

The build quality is generally good, but the suspension can be a bit stiff on the top-spec model

Starting at what is equivalent to $30,000, the SU7's affordability and advanced features could have a mass appeal in the U.S.

The SU7 is priced competitively compared to EVs Tesla Model 3 and a third of the price of a base Porsche Taycan

Without tariffs on Chinese EVs, a model like the SU7 could pose a threat to domestic car sales due to its competitive pricing and advanced features

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

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.

Lotus marketing chief teased an image of Theory 1. Could this be a rumored all-electric sports car and successor to the Lotus Elise?

The Theory 1's design is aggressive and sporty, with a prominent wing and sleek taillights

Lotus models typically have names starting with the letter "E," but Theory 1 breaks this tradition, suggesting it's a preview of future designs

If the Theory 1 has some connection with the Type 135 all-electric sports car teased by Lotus in 2021

It could end up being a rival to the upcoming Porsche 718 EV

The Type 132, which is now the Lotus Eletre SUV

And the Type 133, the Lotus Emeya sedan have already gone on sale

The Theory 1 might be a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Type 135, a sports car expected to launch in 2027.

Lotus is developing a new lightweight electric vehicle architecture that will be used for multiple cars, including the Type 135

The Type 135 will have a unique battery placement behind the cabin, similar to a traditional engine, allowing for a lower driving position

Lotus and founder Colin Chapman, have a history of building lightweight, driver-focused sports cars, and Theory 1 is expected to follow this tradition

Expected to cost $95,000, the Theory 1 will face competition from other electric sports cars like the upcoming Porsche Boxster EV, and the MG Cyberster in Europe and China

The official unveiling of the Theory 1 is scheduled for September 17th, and it remains to be seen if that car that takes over from the Emira is an electric Elise or a glimpse into the future of Lotus design.