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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.

California-based Russel Built Fab has spared no expense in building the ultimate, all-terrain 911

The base car for the Baja prototype is a 1991 Porsche 964

The company's innovative suspension utilizes most of the original factory mounting points

The coil-over setup allows for 12 inches of front suspension travel and 13.5 inches of rear suspension travel - substantially more than the 992 Dakar's 7.5 inches

Russel Built Fab has increased the wheelbase of the Baja 911 by 3.0 inches for a very specific reason

The Baja 911 is a whopping 14 inches wider than a stock Porsche 964

The flat-6 engine is still air-cooled, but everything has been modified and beefed-up

The now-3.8-liter boxer engine develops 365 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque

Power goes to the rear wheels or, optionally, both axles. It depends on the donor car and customer preferences

The new fiberglass body is one of the reasons why the Baja 911 shaves 400 pounds off the 964's weight

The stripped interior still features a classic 911 dashboard, with added Alcantara inserts

The driver looks at a race-spec digital instrument cluster, giving all essential info

The price? It starts from $380,000, which compared to other 911 Safari builds, is a bargain

Swipe up for more on this ultumate, go-anywhere, Baja 911

The 2021 Porsche Mission R concept, with 1,073 horsepower, is a showcase of Porsche's EV aspirations

Brad Build's rendering reimagines the Mission R without the wing, allowing for a better appreciation of the car's lines

The original Mission R's design is aggressive and motorsports-inspired, with a prominent wing and red-and-white livery

The rendering's aesthetic is more aftermarket and underground, featuring a unique whitish-pink hue

Some unique touches include multi-spoke BUC-M Rotiform wheels, wrapped in low-profile R888R Toyo tires

The rear 3/4 view, without the wing; is particularly striking, highlighting the car's aggressive diffuser and wide rear tires.

The recently unveiled, Lamborghini Temerario also features a similar design element with exposed rear tires

The production version of the Mission R remains uncertain

But its compact size aligns with Porsche design boss, Micheal Mauer's desire for a smaller 911

The Mission R's E-Core platform will be used in the upcoming all-electric 983 Boxster, improving battery weight distribution.

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

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.

Timeless 911 silhouette with modern, dynamic design elements

Wider rear fenders accommodate larger wheels and tires

Optimized visibility with the optional Bi-Xenon headlights and Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)

An aerodynamically optimized body generates increased downforce

The 4.0-liter naturally aspirated boxer-6 is a 9,000-rpm screamer

Choose your thrill: 7-speed PDK or 6-speed manual

Titanium exhausts for reduced weight and sublime soundtrack

Rear-axle steering for enhanced agility and stability

Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) with two modes

Sport Chrono Package with track-focused features

Front axle lift system for improved clearance

Optional carbon ceramic brakes for optimal braking prowess

Lightweight bucket seats for the ultimate track experience

Premium materials create a luxurious cabin

Driver-focused cockpit with sports seats and 918-inspired steering wheel

Stay connected and entertained with the latest PCM infotainment system

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+) for enhanced traction

This Is The Last Waltz

The Last Air-Cooled Porsche 911 To Come Out Of The Zuffenhausen Factory

It Was Built On March 27th, 1998

It Was Registered On March 27th, 1998, The Same Day Ferry Porsche Passed Away

This Special Car Was Commissioned For His Friend, German Author Clauss Vanderborg

It Featured An Upgraded Turbocharged 3.6-liter Flat-6 With An Output Of 443 HP

It Has The Last Waltz Inscribed On The Door Sils

The Interior Was Adorned In Midnight Blue Leather

The Car Is In Immaculate Condition With Just 6,583 Miles On The Odometer

Bonhams Is Auctioning The Last Waltz At Goodwood Revival On 7th September

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German tuner, Friedrich Performance Manufaktur, uses upgrades to turn the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT into a 1,000-horsepower monster

The V-8 remains almost the same, aside from the new turbochargers

The FPM kit also includes larger intercoolers, air intakes, and 76mm downpipes, along with a software recallibration

The modifications allow for a power-to-weight ratio of around 444.6 horsepower per ton

Even stock, the non-hybrid Cayenne Turbo GT boasts better power-to-weight ratio than the more powerful Turbo E Hybrid

The FPM treatment also includes 21-inch wheels, which can be bougt separately

Clients can also opt for a new suspension calibration for a lower ride height

Aside from the wheels and suspension tweaks, FPM has left the exterior alone

Swipe up to learn more about Friedrich Performance Manufaktur's treatment for the Cayenne Turbo GT.

Even nature itself couldn't stop this 911 EV race car from happening

Chris from Ruffian Cars joined forces with Electric GT to create this obscene track monster

The race-tuned chassis was already made to handle the extra power, so an EV conversion was a no-brainer

The ultra-wide body is done by John James Racing, and there are a few other renowned names involved in the project

Despite featuring a Tesla powertrain, the car tips the scales at just 2,800 lbs

That's because most of the body has been redone in fiberglass

450 hp and 332 lb-ft go to the rear wheels through 17-inch wheels, wrapped in slick tires

The Tesla drivetrain required some clever engineering to make the 911 handle predictably

In true 911 tradition, the e-motor is mounted at the rear. The battery pack is separated for better weight distrobution

Speaking of weight distribution, it's 28/62, which is similar to a stock Porsche 930

The race car theme continues inside the stripped-down interior

The final look of the car includes ducktail delete and sealed-off front air intake

Swipe up to find out more about the most controversial, track-focused 911 build

Harald de Brujin, a.k.a. FourWheel Trader On YouTube Has Come Out With An Analysis Of The GT3 Market

After A Drastic Fall, Prices Have Now Stabilized

He Also Compares The Drop-In Price Between The 992 Touring And Non-Touring Versions

We See A Similar Leveling Of Prices In The Both The Generations Of The 991

991.1 Prices Range In Between $140 - $145 k, And 991.2 In Between $191 - 198 K

The Smaller 997 Market Saw An Incremental Increase, But It Is Unconfirmed.

996 Generation Cars Are Seeing A Decline After Stabilization

He Compares The Drop-In Value To Cars Like The Ferrari F430 And 360

The Complete Overview Of The Market Shows That The GT3 Market Is Quite Stable

A Look At Carried Over Inventory Shows The 996 Takes Longer To Sell, With Over 50% Of Cars Not Selling In The First 3 Months

He Also Analyzes The Discounts Applied On Carried Over Inventory

For The First Time, He Compares The German Market To The U.S

Swipe Up To Watch His In-Depth Video Analysis For A More Detailed Breakdown On The GT3 Market.

In certain markets, the Porsche 991 cost 78 percent more than the 981

And yet, beyond the different configuration, these cars are surprisingly similar

Both models are underpinned by the same 9x1 platform, with 2/3 of the underpinnings being completely identical

The engine in the 981 is turned 180 degrees compared to the 911

The MA1 engine is de-tuned for the 981 Boxster S, but ultimately, identical to the 991 Carrera

The dashboards of both Porsche sports cars are equal in lenght

All the switchgear and electronics are identical, aside from the gauge cluster, which is in minimized format for the 981

Both vehicles feature identical McPherson suspension in the front, but the multi-link rear setup is different

Despite similar developmental costs and the 911 being more expensive, it is the more profitable model

Swipe up to learn more about the shocking similarities between these 2 Porsche sports cars.

The 1970 Porsche 917K, chassis number 917-022, is a legendary racing car that has captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts worldwide

The 917K, known for its aerodynamic superiority, dominated the 24 Hours of Le Mans, securing 19 wins for Porsche back in the 1970s

The car's fame extends beyond the racetrack as it played a starring role in the iconic film "Le Mans." starring Steve McQueen

It is set to be auctioned again in January 2025 at Mecum's Kissimmee event

Steve's production company purchased the 917K for the film, and McQueen himself drove it on screen

The 917K has passed through the hands of several notable figures in the automotive and racing world

After filming, this 917K continued to compete in various races, driven by renowned figures like Reinhold Joest, Brian Redman, and Richard Attwood.

In 2000, the car fetched a record-breaking price of $1.32 million at auction, reflecting its racing history and cinematic significance

A year later in 2001, comedian Jerry Seinfeld acquired the 917K, adding to its prestige and appeal among collectors

With its rich history and McQueen's association, the 917K is expected to fetch a significant sum, potentially exceeding $20 million

This legendary 917K represents a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece of automotive and cinematic history.