A second source is confirming our report from two weeks ago that Porsche is developing a “717” battery electric vehicle similar to Tesla’s Model S. CAR Magazine is strapping on its “me-too” pants and boldly saying that, yes, Tesla might be onto something and Porsche is exploring the space. While many articles online will document […]
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A 250-Mile Electric-Only Porsche Sedan Could Arrive in 2018
We have felt the tremors. Across the Atlantic Ocean, deep in the heart of Germany, a fissure in the earth’s crust is emerging: We are hearing discussion of an all-electric Porsche sedan. Now, to be clear, we’ve already heard tell of a sedan being considered. It was supposed to arrive in 2018 or 2019. It […]
How Cold Weather Affects Tire Pressure and Performance
So you’re on the way out to your car, dressed for work, briefcase in one hand, coffee in the other. It’s been a rough morning and you’re leaving five minutes late, so you’re thinking about possible shortcuts you could take. It’s also been getting progressively colder, and today you can see your breath as you […]
Porsche Aces Reliability Study from J.D. Power for Two Years
Reliability is not something that people associate with German cars. We can attest that when people learn that we drive a Porsche, after the initial register of surprise and admiration fades, they crack slow, strangely-pleased smiles and utter the inevitable question, which usually goes something like, “Sure it’s fun, but I’ll bet maintenance costs kill […]
Panamera S E-Hybrid vs. Tesla Model S Comparison
As you might have noticed from our recent test drive review, Porsche has an impressive plug-in hybrid electric vehicle in the Panamera S E-Hybrid. It’s a full-size Panamera with impressive road times and many premium touches from the top-of-the-line Panamera Turbo S, and is capable of reducing your carbon footprint by several toes, maybe even […]