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The Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo is an all-electric, high-performance five-seater wagon that combines the practicality of a family hauler with the exhilarating performance expected from a Porsche. In the Taycan Cross Turismo lineup, this Turbo model sits one below the flagship Turbo S trim.

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 Harisson Nevel is known for being a connoisseur of exotic automobiles and rare sneakers. In his latest video, he explores a genuine treasure trove of a collection up in Canada set to go to auction at Sotheby’s. With 141 vehicles and rumored to be valued at more than 60 million dollars, this is the ’Dare To Dream Collection’. which houses some truly breathtaking examples of rare and exquisite automobiles with everything from ultra-rare vintage and old classics to limited-run modern-day dream supercars, celebrity-owned cars, and race cars. But what makes this collection stand out is that apart from the cars, it also has an eclectic assortment, of racing, and pop-culture memorabilia.

With the ever-popular midsize SUV segment booming with impressive all-electric vehicles, it was time Audi took the challenge seriously. The Q4 e-tron is just not there yet to get recommendations from EV experts, and the Q8 e-tron is just too expensive, without the wow factor you’d expect from a flagship EV. So, this is where the newly launched Q6 e-tron steps in.

Porsches are special, whether the rear-engined 911, the mid-engined 718, or the front-engined big and bulky Cayenne. However, neither sports car is the best seller in Porsche’s lineup. Why? Well, not everyone is a hardcore motoring enthusiast who intends to tear up the drag strip or aspires to be a GT3 driver in their new purchase, and that’s where the Cayenne wins the popularity vote.

Most of us car guys have a love-hate relationship with EVs. While the impressive acceleration is undeniable, they often fall short of delivering the exhilarating driving dynamics synonymous with traditional sports cars. Meanwhile, some prioritize luxury and extended range instead. Porsche, renowned for crafting exceptional sports cars, embraces the electric revolution, focusing on delivering driving pleasure alongside environmental sustainability, and this commitment was clearly demonstrated with the launch of the Taycan in 2019.

The Macan is Porsche’s compact luxury crossover SUV that combines a sports car’s performance, technology, and style with the practicality and comfort of an everyday family vehicle. Introduced in 2014, it’s the smallest SUV from the German marque, below the Cayenne. Over the years, Porsche provided several updates and facelifts to the Macan, the latest being in 2021.

In 2002, Porsche took a huge gamble by launching the Cayenne, an SUV based on the Volkswagen Touareg, which left many purists sneering. Despite the criticisms, Porsche’s gamble paid off as the years progressed - big time. Much to the surprise of many, the Cayenne became a runaway success, bringing in more money for Porsche than ever.

Remember 2002? Britney Spears dominated the airwaves, flip phones were all the rage, and Porsche took a bold leap into uncharted territory - the SUV market. The Cayenne became an instant success with its sculpted curves and undeniable Porsche spirit. It proved that luxury and practicality could coexist while redefining the SUV landscape and injecting much-needed cash into the iconic German brand, securing its future for generations to come.

Porsche is giving the Cayenne and Cayenne Coupe lineup a mid-cycle refresh for 2024, strengthening its position in the midsize premium sport SUV category. Both variants now feature a refined, sleek design, including a redesigned front with arched wings, an updated hood, and larger air intakes. The Cayenne Coupe goes further with a wider and sloping rear end.

The Porsche 911 is one of the most iconic sports cars in the industry, with a history that spans over five decades. Yet, it still manages to reign in the hearts of car enthusiasts, celebrities, and desktop wallpapers in the present day. There is a myriad of good things about the 911 – it is a subtle, stylish, and powerful supercar killer.

Gone are the days when Porsche purists criticized the idea of a Porsche SUV. If there’s still a skeptic out there, a spin in the 2024 Porsche Cayenne should change their tune. Two decades in, the Cayenne has morphed from a bold experiment into a jewel in Porsche’s crown - the vehicle that made Porsche dive into a pool of money.