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Porsche's first EV sports car will be the 983-generation 718. It's coming in 2025

Porsche is late to the EV sports car party, and unlikely competitors pave the way

Strangely enough, Porsche can take a look at what Hyundai and Toyota are doing to make EVs driver-centric

Hyundai's N e-Shift perfectly simulates an 8-speed transmission, which you can shift yourself

The system works by reducing the torque, relevant to the RPMs and selected "gear"

Toyota's system works similarly, but features a physical clutch pedal and a traditional, H-pattern shifter

Porsche will use a 3D-printed metal gearbox, instead of casting, as part of the effort to keep its first EV sports car lightweight

While no mention of a Porsche manual for EVs is mentioned, Porsche fans still crave the organic driving feel of a manual transmission

The Mission R Concept's E-Core layout attempts to replicate an ICE-powered mid-engine car, by placing the battery slightly higher, behind the driver

Swipe up for more information on how Porsche can make EV sport cars fun, by adopting the Hyundai way

While Porsche never officially made a 928 Targa, visionary Reinar Buchmann did

A Porsche 928 Targa was showcased at the 1979 Frankfurt Motor Show

It happened just 2 years after Porsche unveiled the 928 coupe

Like all early 928s, the Targa was powered by a 4.5-liter V-8 with 240 hp (219 hp for the U.S. variant)

The fixed roof was swapped for a T-top with two removable panels

The interior was largely unchanged, except for switchgear on the T-top's driver side

The 928 Targa conversion also sacrificed the car's signature hatchback rear end

The 928 Targa conversion cost 35,000 DEM back in 1979

Not many people wanted to sacrifice a perfectly good Porsche 928 for the conversion

Swipe up for more details on the obscure Porsche 928 Targa by Buchmann

The flat engine dates back to 1897 and was originally patented by Karl Benz

Porsche is one of only two car manufacturers to still produce and develop boxer engine

The other car company is Subaru, which even had six-cylinder boxer engines at one point

Most prominently, the EG33 engine, featured in the Subaru SVX sports-luxury coupe

Subaru has decided to stick to flat-four engines for downsizing pruposes

Meanwhile, Hans Mezger was responsible for many of Porsche's greatest boxer engines

The Porsche 997 GT3 RS 4.0 was the last Porsche to feature a Mezger-designed engine

Boxer engines differ from other flat engines due to the number of crankshaft journals

Boxer engines have individual crank pins for each piston while traditional flat engines have one for each pair of pistons

In a boxer engines, every pair of opposing pistons mirror each other's movements, resulting in smoother operation

Boxer engines transmit power more directly to the transmission, making for less powertrain loss

They are also easier on fuel compared to a conventional design, making them perfect for hybrid setups

However, they are also more expensive to service due to often being a tight fit in the engine bay

In a crash, a flat/ boxer engine's lower center of gravity makes it safer as it is more likely to go under the passenger cabin

Swipe up for more information on what separates a boxer engine from a flat engine

The Porsche Macan EV starts at $75,300, still holding the title of the most affordable Porsche

Rear-wheel steering is standard only on some Macan trims - 4 and Turbo

Porsche's rear axle steering goes hand-in-hand with Porsche's Active Suspension Management (PASM)

Porsche rear-axle steering first appeared on the 2013 Porsche 918 Spyder

But it became more prominent in Porsche models after the 991 GT3

Actually, Porsche started developing a rear-wheel steering system in the 1970s, for the Porsche 928

The Macan EV and other modern-day Porsches feature a more sophisticated setup

Porsche's rear-axle steering is electro-mechanical and only adds about 22 lbs

Depending on the speed and conditions, the rear wheels turn opposite or in the same direction as the front ones

Porsdhe's rer-axle steering can reduce a car's turning circle by 600 mm - over 23.6 inches

Swipe up to learn more about Porsche's rear-wheel steering and the most affordable model you can find it on

The first Porsche 928 resto-mod has been concieved by French company, Nardone

Over 3,000 parts have been redesigned and thoroughly scanned to make the perfect, modern-day Porsche 928

The Nardone Porsche 928 is 60 mm wider than the original car

While the Nardone 928 concept car features a fiberglass body, production cars will come with carbon-fiber

Unlike the concept car, the production Nardone Porsche 928 will also have functional vents and an integrated flash function in the lower-apron vents

Nardone has even implemented Porsche's current, 4-point LED design

The rear end now features an uninterrupted LED strip

The only original 928 parts that remain are the aluminum doors

Instead of a rear hatchback, only the rear windshield will open

The original 5.0-liter V-8 is completely revised and packs 400 hp

Nardone is working on more powerful variants and even a flat-plane V-8

The gearbox is now a 6-speed manual transaxle

Vast customization options ensure no two Nardone 928s will be the same

The first 8 cars are "Launch Edition" models and will be packed with all possible options

Swipe up for more information on how the production of Porsche 928 by Nardone differs from the concept.

Like all cars, the 911 has been getting larger and heavier with each generation

The Porsche 911 has grown from the original's 2,370 pounds to over 3,800 pounds in some variants

Porsche design boss, Michael Mauer talks about the possibility of a more compact 911

A more compact 911 is, indeed, possible, but it would, likely, be fully-electric

The 992 is already pushing the limits of packaging in terms of powertrain. E-motors are lighter and more compact

Solid-state batteries would ensure smaller and lighter battery pack without sacrificing range and performance

Porsche will not kill off the ICE-powered 911 like it doing with the 718

The two models could co-exist, but they would need to be differentiated in terms of design. Taycan-style front end on a 911 EV?

Porsche might consider a different name for the scaled-down 911 EV. Will the 912 return?

Swipe up for more details on Porsche's plans for the 911's future

The 500E was a collaborative effort between Mercedes and Porsche, combining luxury with performance

This specific example is customized by Tokyo-based Auto Fashion Factory (AFF)

Finished in a striking Bortnite Metallic purple exterior, this custom Japanese-import Merc is now up for sale

Known for its tank-like build quality and distinctive 90s design, the W124 platform is the foundation for this vehicle

AMG Version III body components enhance the car's aggressive appearance

The car features wide fenders, black 19-inch AFF4 forged wheels, and red brake calipers with Porsche script

The cabin boasts factory-style upgraded sound system, dual-zone climate control and Tiger Birds Eye wood trim

You also get custom hand-stitched Buffalo hide upholstery with red stitching, Recaro seats

Under the hood, a 5.0-liter M119 V8 engine delivers impressive performance

Modifications such as a Kera carbon airbox, AFF exhaust system help build upon the stock engines 322 hp

Brembo brakes, adjustable sway bars, Öhlins suspension enhance the car's braking and cornering capabilities

This 500E is in excellent condition with only 62,740 miles and is currently listed for $89,900 in Florida

The car's combination of luxury, performance, and unique modifications makes it a standout

Some enthusiasts may argue that the AMG-inspired modifications detract from the car's original character

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This Is Porsche Tequipment Roof Tent

It Is A Cozy Rooftop Tent Printed With A Mountain Silhouette

It Can Be Set Up On A Lot Of Different Models

This includes models like the 911, excluding the Targa and convertible models

You'll Need A Couple Of Hands To Mount It The First Time

Once Mounted On Roof Rails, You Can Secure It Using It's Anti Theft Locks

You Get Some Standard Equipment To Lock It In Place

A Sturdy Integrated Telescoping Ladder Is Also Provided

The Interior Polyfoam Mattress Is Covered With Removable Mattress Covers

These Metal Rods Are Provided To Prop Up The Rain Cover Of The Tent

These Flexible Metal Rods Have Hooks At The End To Attach The Rain Cover To

The Tent Was Designed By Studio F.A Porsche In Zell am See, Austria

There Is Also A Skylight For Admiring Starry Nights

When Returning, The Tent Can Be Stowed Away Its Hard Shell Case

Porsche Offers A Whole Range Of Outdoor Accessories, Including A Bluetooth Speaker, Thermal Mug, And 2 Different Backpacks

Porsche CEO Oliver Blume Was Seen Camping In One At Last Years 24 Hours Of Le Mans

His Roof Tent Was Perched On Top His 911 Turbo S At The Porsche Employees Camp

Porsche Added A New Additional Canopy Tent Which Can Be Used With The Roof Tent

The Canopy Tent Can Be Configured With A Privacy Screen To Turn Into A Standalone Room

The Canopy Tent Can Be Anchored Using It's Storm Resistant Fasteners

We envision a cross between the Taycan and Cayenne models to be a Porsche van

VW, currently, has the I.D. Buzz, but it is too small to serve as a base for a Porsche van

The Taycan's J1 platform would be the perfect candidate to underpin a Porsche van

Taycan front fascia hints at the Porsche van being fully-electric

Cayenne design traits neatly fit the rear-end design of the hypothetical Porsche van

A more aggressively-styled design hints at a high-performance Porsche van

Mercedes did something similar with the R-Class, but it wasn't a sales hit

This is not the first time that Porsche has made a vam. In the 1980s, Porsche modified a VW T3 Bus, that featured a 911 flat-six

The VW I.D Buzz is only one reason why a Porsche van would, likely, never happen now

Swipe up for more information on Porsche's history with vans and why we probably won't see one, ever

The Porsche 997.1 is the quintessential 911 Turbo as it perfectly blends classic and modern

997 is the last generation 911 Turbo to be offered with a manual transmission

The 997.2 adopted the PDK automatic, which replaced the outdated Tiptronic

From 2009, only the regular 997 Turbo was available with a stick. Turbo S became a PDK-only model

The 997.1 is the last 911 Turbo to be powered by a 3.6-liter Mezger flat-six engine that made 475 horsepower

The highlight of this powerplant and a 911-first was the variable-geometry Turbos

This enabled a much-power band for the 997.1 Turbo

The 997 Turbo manual transmission featured longer gear ratios than the 997 Carrera, despite the same 3.44:1 differential ratio

Even with the manual transmission, 0-60 mph happened in around 3.5 seconds

997 is the last 911 to feature hydraulic steering - another beloved feature of classic 911s

It was also the first Porsche 911 to offer Sport Chrono Package

Visually, the 997 also brought back the classic, round 911 headlights, ditching the fried-egg units of the 996

You get the iconic side-air intakes that are now synonymous with 911 Turbo models

The combination of Mezger engine and manual transmission makes the 997.1 Turbo highly-desirable

It is incredibly good at retaining value

Some examples go for more than the original MSRP, even after 15 years

Swipe up to learn more about current market values for the 997 Turbo.

The Speedster is one of the purest body styles of the Porsche 911

The Speedster was always meant to be a lightweight, open-top cruiser

The Speedster body style was introduced with the Porsche 356 back in 1948

The most distinctive feature of the Porsche Speedster is the steeply raked windshield and lack of convertible top

While the Speedster has existed across several generations of the 911, the 993 was not one of them

Officially, there was never a production variant of the 993 Speedster

But in 1995, Porsche built one for "Butzi" Porsche's 50th birthday

"Butzi" 993 Speedster was the only one that started life as a Speedster under Porsche

The only "true" 993 Speedster features a narrow body

The car's exterior is finished in Aventura Green

The 17-inch silver Carrera wheels complement the exterior paint

Inside, you get an RS interior with walnut finishes on the dash

At its heart lies a 3.6-liter flat-6, making 285 hp and 251 lb-ft

It was paired to a Tiptronic automatic transmission

To make the 993 Speedster, Porsche used parts from the 964 Speedster, of which 936 were built

A few other 993 Speedster conversions were done over the years, like Jerry Seinfeld's car, which started as a Carrera 4S Cabriolet

But "Butzi" Porsche's Aventura Green car remains the only 993 built as a Speedster from brand-new

Swipe up to learn more about the 993 Speedster and why Porsche didn't put it into production

A timeless exterior design with modern drop-top aesthetics

Quick and convenient power-operated soft top

Extra high-speed stability and muscular stance with a wider body

Open-air thrills with performance-focused seating dynamics

Enhanced aerodynamics with an automatic rear spoiler

Swift performance with a powerful 3.8-liter flat-six engine

Sonorous exhaust sound from the sports exhausts

Timeless touches and improved performance with a Sport Chrono Package

Modern infotainment hardware for uninterrupted entertainment

Surefooted braking performance with Optional Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB)

Performance-tuned adaptive dampers for enhanced driving characteristics

Engaging driving experience in all conditions

Balanced weight distribution for neutral handling