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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.

YouTuber Bembli is known for his design skills and nuanced opinions on supercar aesthetics. In his latest video, he digs into the announced changes of the 2025 Porsche and why he believes that newer is not always better. His videos always get into the minutiae of changes that happen to cars in between generations and this video is no different. We get an in-depth perception of the changes that have been implemented in the 2025 Porsche 911 models and his expert opinions on them.

Porsche just unveiled the 911 Hybrid, and it’s a game changer. Hybrid tech is not new to the Porsche brand. Pretty much every model within the brand’s lineup with the exception of the 911 and the Cayman/Boxster pair have previously had hybrid variants. But that changes today, with the introduction of the first ever 911 hybrid. They’re calling it the Carrera GTS, and the headline feature is the revolutionary T-Hybrid system – the first of its kind for this iconic German sports car. However, unlike most hybrids that focus on efficiency, Porsche reiterates that the new 911 hybrid puts high performance and driving dynamics, front and center.

Recently, high-end racing rig simulator company, Podium 1 Racing delivered one of the most advanced set-ups to Steven Weinstock, an avid Porsche collector and sim racing enthusiast based in Miami, Florida. Podium1 Racing builds immersive gaming rigs for SIM racing, Flight Simulation, and also sells individual components that you can use to build your set-ups. If you order one of their custom rigs their team will travel to your location and set up their systems as per your requirements.

The iconic Porsche 911 is a sports car that has a rich history that began in 1963 with the debut of the original 901 (later renamed 911 due to a trademark dispute with Peugeot). It was a revelation, setting a new standard for performance and enthusiasm. Over the decades, the 911 continued to evolve, pushing the boundaries of what a sports car can be. The 930 Turbo, introduced in 1975, brought turbocharging to the masses, and the 964 generation, launched in 1989, modernized the 911 with all-wheel drive and a more refined design. The 993 generation, which followed in 1993, was the final air-cooled flat-six engine-powered 911.

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.

Introduced in 2014, the first generation Mercedes-AMG GT aimed to fill the void left by the iconic SLS AMG, a more expensive, ferocious beast. While the GT carved its own niche with its sleek design and incredible performance, that, too, went on to bid farewell in 2021, leaving a passionate fan base yearning for its return.

In 1996, Porsche made a bold move, transitioning from its iconic rear-engine layout to a mid-engine design with the Boxster. This sleek roadster, named after the combination of "boxer" engine and "roadster" body, introduced a new era of open-air thrills for the brand. Two decades later, in 2016, the 718 Boxster was born, inheriting the spirit of its predecessor but injecting a dose of modern performance and technology.

Acura’s Integra Type S is the high-performance version of the traditional Integra, a compact sports car that Acura recently revived after a long hiatus. The first-ever Integra debuted in 1986 as one of the first models of the newly launched Acura brand.

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.

The Chevy Corvette’s history in the American muscle car world is significant, and the eighth-generation model is just a serious step up from what the car used to be. Debuted in 2019, the C8 Corvette transitioned to a rear-mid engine layout, reminiscent of those pesky Italians, giving Chevy the ticket to enter the supercar realm.

In the race towards electrification, Porsche and Audi offer powerful contenders - the Porsche Taycan Turbo S and the Audi RS e-tron GT. Both manufacturers are rewriting the EV market’s performance, style, and innovation rules with these stunning machines.