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Running the Fuji Speedway in a 718 Spyder RS — A Car That Reveals Your Limits
718スパイダーRSで富士スピードウェイを全開走行。GT3より扱いやすいアナログな限界特性、ダンロップ スポーツマックスレース2の実力、そして幌をつけたまま271km/hで走った結果を報告する。
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Announcing the 2025 Test Drive of the Year! Exploring the Charms of the Award-Winning Cars
The 14 Cars I Drove in 2025 This announcement is a bit later than usual, but I’m excited to reveal the 2025 Test Drive of the Year. In 2025, I was fortunate to experience a diverse lineup of 14 cars, including the Porsche 992.2 GT3 and Carrera GTS, the 991.2 GT3RS, as well as the BMW E46 M3, Mazda Roadster, and Toyota 86GR. Excluding the four cars I personally purchased last year, this year’s Test...
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992.2 GT3 Touring Test Drive Review Part 1｜Performance Revealed After 800km Post-Delivery
800km Covered After My Brother’s GT3 Touring Delivery My brother’s long-awaited 992.2 GT3 Touring was finally delivered. It sports a simple yet striking GT Silver body with yellow PCCB brake calipers and silver wheel rims. Surprisingly, my brother—who usually prefers flashier specs—chose this understated combo because he wanted to “keep it for the long haul.” Inside, the black full leather with crayon stitching keeps things equally restrained. Details like leaving the window frames silver and...
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Porsche 911 992.2 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid Test Drive Report｜How Good Is the Latest Hybrid?
The Reality of the New-Generation T-Hybrid System The T-Hybrid system equipped in the 992.2 Carrera GTS is Porsche’s newly developed hybrid technology. Unlike a plug-in hybrid, it cannot be charged externally. The core of this system lies in a compact lithium-ion battery and a motor integrated within the PDK transmission that provides electric assist. The engine features a newly developed 3.6-liter electric single turbo, marking a significant shift from the traditional twin-turbo setup. At low...
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The Last Sensual Thrill or the Roar of the GT3? An In-Depth Comparison by a Dual Owner of...
In our garage today, two mid-engine open-top Porsches stand side by side. One is my longtime companion, a 981 Boxster GTS that I’ve been driving since new for nearly 10 years, now with over 63,000 kilometers on the clock. The other is the latest marvel, the 718 Spyder RS, delivered just this past June. The 981’s naturally aspirated flat-six delivers a sensual soundtrack, while the Spyder RS houses the heart of a GT3 midship. Alternating...
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Test Drive of the Latest Porsche 911 GT3: Why the 992.2 Is the Democratized GT3
Meeting the Latest GT3 Wrapped in Cartagena Yellow The car parked in the Porsche Center’s lot immediately commanded attention. This is the 992.2 GT3, the facelifted version of the 992 generation. Its body color is Cartagena Yellow, a unique shade blending mustard with a hint of pale green. Honestly, when I first saw it in the showroom, it didn’t move me much. But combined with the GT3’s large rear wing, the impression completely changed. The...
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Porsche 911 GT3RS (991.2) Test Drive Review: The Ultimate Street Racer
First Impressions of the 991 GT3RS There’s one thing about the 991 GT3RS that has stuck with me. It takes me back to when the early 991 GT3RS was first released, and Matsutoya-san drove it on Car Graphic TV. Known for his calm and measured reviews, Matsutoya-san was grinning from ear to ear—an expression rarely seen in recent years. That moment remains vivid in my memory. “What a fantastic suspension!” His words and smile perfectly...
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Is Touring Fun in the Taycan Turbo GT? Reflections After 540km of Driving
Next-Generation Suspension Performance Shines on the Highway It’s been eight months since I purchased the Taycan Turbo GT with the Weissach Package, and I’ve already logged over 5,000 km. Among the six or seven cars I own, it’s rare for me to rack up this kind of mileage. That alone speaks volumes about how much I want to drive this car every day. This time, I decided to embark on a serious touring trip to...
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Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400 Review Part 2｜Experiencing the Essence of the SL and Open-Air C...
In Part 1, we explored the appeal of the R231 SL400’s Active Body Control and its 276-hp engine. In this second part, let’s dive deeper into the car’s core strengths: its handling characteristics, highway performance, and the comfort it offers as a convertible. After covering 1,000 kilometers, what stood out most was how exceptionally refined this car is as a grand touring machine. It transcends being just a means of transportation—driving itself becomes the ultimate...
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Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400 Review Part 1｜The Magical Ride Created by Active Body Control
It’s been about a month since I purchased the facelifted Mercedes-Benz R231 SL400, and with over 1,000 kilometers on the odometer, I’d like to share a detailed review. Riding in the SL—a luxurious two-seater convertible that Mercedes proudly offers—after a long time, what struck me most was its overwhelming sense of refinement. The reasons behind choosing the SL were covered in my previous post, but what surprised me first after getting behind the wheel was...