911 カレラ4GTS(991前期) | 車, サーキット, 観客席, サーキット, ピット, PORSCHE, 911, 991
Porsche Cayman

Porsche Ride Comfort Can Change Dramatically with Tire Pressure—Check Your Settings Today

Running this blog gives me the chance to drive a lot of Porsches, and lately I’ve become pretty good at judging their tire pressures by feel. I can’t tell you the exact pressure down to 0.1 bar, but if a car’s tires feel a little overinflated or underinflated, I can usually tell within a few dozen meters. I’ve recently driven a 992, a Carrera S, a Macan Turbo, and a 992 Turbo S, and offered...

718カレラTの内装 | 車, 内装, ハンドル, ダッシュボード, シフトレバー, インフォテインメントシステム, 車内, PORSCHE, 718, Boxster, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

How to Break In a Porsche: Our Guide to New-Car Run-In

My wife recently finished the break-in period for her 992 Carrera T, and we’re now breaking in our 718 Carrera T. I’ve written about breaking in a Porsche a few times before, but I’ve learned a few things since then. Here, I’d like to share our approach and thinking, updated with those new insights. Does a Porsche Need a Break-In Period? While some manufacturers now say that a break-in period isn’t necessary, Porsche’s owner’s manuals...

718ケイマンTのエンブレム | 車, エンブレム, ショールーム, 展示会, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman
Porsche Cayman

My New Porsche Arrives Today! Welcome Home, 718 Cayman T: Why I Chose It

Why I Decided to Buy a 718 Cayman T Today, I took delivery of a brand-new 718 Cayman T! I’d been interested in the base 718 Cayman—the 2.0-liter model—for a while. As I wrote in “My Husband Seems Interested in the Base Porsche 718 Cayman, So I Asked Him Why”, I’d been thinking of getting one for track days and mountain drives. A little while ago, my dealer suggested, “How about a 718 Style Edition?”...

718ケイマン | 車, 道路, ガードレール, 木, 空, 山道, ドライブ, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

Test-Driving the Porsche 718 Cayman and 718 Boxster T: What Makes the 718 “T” Different?

I recently had the chance to drive both the base-model 718 Cayman and the 718 Boxster T. Here’s my take on each—and what sets them apart. 718 Cayman (Base Model) First up is the base-model 718 Cayman. This particular car had very few performance options, making it about as basic as a 718 Cayman gets. I’ve reviewed the 718 Cayman a few times before, but I’d like to share some fresh impressions. Its suspension is...

718ケイマンGT4RS | 車, 道路, ガードレール, 木, 山道, 走行中, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, GT4, RS, 982
Porsche Cayman

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Review: Let’s See What It Can Really Do

Among Porsche’s recent new models, one has really caught my attention: the 718 Cayman GT4 RS. I even placed an order, but production slots seem to be extremely limited, so I’ve more or less given up hope of getting one (laughs). I recently had the chance to drive a 718 Cayman GT4 RS, so here’s my review. 718 Cayman GT4 RS This is the range-topping Cayman, taking the performance of the GT4 to an even...

ポルシェ718ケイマン | 車, 道路, 木, 山, 駐車場, 屋外, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

981 Cayman vs. 718 Cayman: What’s the Difference, and Which One Is Right for You?

Recently, I had a base-model 718 Cayman as a loaner. About a month earlier, I’d also had the chance to drive a base-model 981 Cayman. Rather than write a traditional test drive or review, I want to focus on what stands out to me about these two 98x-generation Caymans—and how they differ. The 718 and 981 Cayman: What’s the Difference? Strictly speaking, 718 is the model name, while 982 is the development code. So, 981...

718ケイマンGT4 | 車, 道路, 木, 落ち葉, 屋外, 山道, ドライブ, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, GT4, 982
Porsche Cayman

718 Cayman GT4 Review: How Does It Compare with the Spyder?

For some reason, this is actually my first time writing a test-drive review of a GT4. This time, I got behind the wheel of the 718 Cayman GT4. I’ve driven its sibling, the 718 Spyder, several times, so I’ll focus on how the two compare. 718 Cayman GT4 The GT4 is a model developed by Porsche’s GT department, giving it a slightly different pedigree from the regular lineup. It comes equipped with dedicated hardware such...

718ケイマン | 車, 駐車場, フェンス, ゴミ箱, 駐車場, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

Testing a Base-Grade 718 Cayman with 20-Inch Wheels, PASM, Sport Chrono and Sport Exhaust...

Recently, my wife wrote a review of the base-model 718 Cayman. This time, I’d like to share my impressions from behind the wheel. A 718 Cayman Loaded with Options I’ve written about two other base-grade 718 Caymans before, but both had only a handful of options. This particular car is a rare find: it has 20-inch wheels and all three of what I call the essential performance options—Sport Chrono Package, PASM and the Sport Exhaust....

車, 駐車場, 柵, 駐車場, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

Test-Driving a Base Porsche 718 Cayman with PASM: Do You Really Need It?

Test-Driving a Base Porsche 718 Cayman My husband had written on our blog and Twitter that he was “curious about the base 718 Cayman.” In response, one of our blog readers got in touch and asked, “Would you like to take my 718 Cayman for a drive?” The owner’s base-model Cayman was equipped with options including PASM, the Sport Chrono Package, the Sport Exhaust System, and 20-inch wheels. My husband was thrilled: That’s fantastic! It’s...

ポルシェ718ケイマン | 車, 道路, 木, 山, 駐車場, 屋外, PORSCHE, 718, Cayman, 982
Porsche Cayman

How to Choose a Porsche Model: Start by Defining How You’ll Use It

Why Did My Husband Want a Base 718 Cayman? When car enthusiasts are shopping for a car, many find themselves wrestling with one big question: which model and trim should I choose? That can be especially true with Porsche, where every model has its own distinct appeal. Before long, it’s easy to get caught thinking, “That one looks great too… and so does that one…” But watching my husband, I’ve come to feel that choosing...