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Porsche presents Mission R concept electric competition car

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At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich, Porsche is presenting the Mission R concept electric car that combines advanced technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. The Mission R is on a par with the performance level of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.

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The 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 Picked Up Several Improvements Over Its Predecessor

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We don’t spend a ton of time talking about six-figure sports cars here at TTAC, but a new Porsche 911 is worth a look. A new front diffuser and massaged underbody shapes help improve downforce and smooth airflow over the car’s body. Images: Porsche] Become a TTAC insider. Images: Porsche] Become a TTAC insider.

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Used Car of the Day: 2018 Porsche Macan GTS

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Today we bring you a certified pre-owned Porsche Macan GTS. Modifications include the exhaust, carbon-fiber airboxes, and the air filter. The car is paid off and the mileage is 73,000. The ask for this Porsche , which is in the northern suburbs of Chicago (respect for the Bears license plate), is $37,900.

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MEB electric catamaran, Porsche-inspired sports car, carbon fiber and range: Today’s Car News

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A niche EV company teases its skateboard platform with a Porsche 356 tribute. Nissan looks at reducing its manufacturing footprint, and Jaguar Land Rover aims at freeing up more space and weight for an EV range boost. And a product that’s most definitely not for the masses applies VW’s platform for affordable EVs.

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Porsche Expands the Panamera Lineup With Two New Variants for 2025

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Porsche is increasingly leaning into electrification, and the new hybrid Panamera shows that adding electricity can bring significant performance improvements. Porsche claims a 2.8-second The new cars will be available in dealer showrooms by the first quarter of 2025. Images: Porsche] Become a TTAC insider.

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Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport MR with new natural-fiber composite body kit

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The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport MR will tackle this year’s Nürburgring 24-hour race featuring a complete body kit made of natural-fiber composite materials for the first time. Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport MR with new natural-fiber composite body kit: Racing cars with body parts made of renewable raw materials.

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Ford’s first mass-produced carbon fiber wheels

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To source the new lightweight track-capable carbon fiber wheels that are standard on the new Shelby GT350R Mustang, Ford partnered with Australia-based Carbon Revolution. Carbon Revolution first began delivering composite wheels in 2004 for Formula SAE campaigns. Ford, however, wanted more of a mass-production solution.