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First Impressions of the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid on Delivery Day

Cayenne E-Hybrid, Delivered I recently wrote an article about how the Cayenne E-Hybrid arrived at our home, and today I want to share my first impressions from driving it on delivery day. I plan to share my husband’s first impressions in a separate article soon. First Impressions of the Cayenne E-Hybrid Regarding the current Cayenne model, I have had the chance to test drive the Cayenne, Cayenne S, and Cayenne S Coupe before, but the...

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Porsche 911 Carrera 4S (996) Test Drive Impressions

Recently, my husband had the chance to test drive a 996-generation 911 Carrera 4S owned by an acquaintance, and he wrote down his impressions. Please have a look if you’re interested. 911 Carrera 4S Test Drive The other day, I had the opportunity to experience driving a Porsche 911 Carrera 4S, and I’d like to share my impressions from that time. The model driven was the 996-generation Carrera 4S. The 996 is a milestone model...

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Test Drive of the BMW Z4 M40i|How Does a Boxster Owner Feel?

Recently, my husband has had the chance to test drive various classic cars owned by acquaintances. I’m truly envious… Just the other day, he got to drive the BMW Z4 M40i and kindly wrote up his impressions. Please have a look if you’re interested. The Joy of Driving, BMW The other day, I had the opportunity to experience the BMW Z4 M40i, and I’d like to share my impressions from that drive. I’ve mentioned this...

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[Porsche 911 Turbo (991.1) Test Drive] Why Porsche’s ‘Turbo’ Is Truly Special!

One fine day, my husband casually went for a drive on the Royu Driveway, and ended up alongside a 911 Turbo, hit it off with the owner, and they swapped cars for a spin. So, he wrote up a test drive report—please enjoy it if you’re interested. About the Porsche 911 Turbo Recently, I was fortunate enough to get a chance to test drive a Porsche 911 Turbo (early 991 model). It was my first...

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How Does a Porsche Owner Feel Driving His Brother’s New Alphard?

The other day, my husband got to drive my younger brother’s Alphard, and he wrote an article sharing his impressions from the test drive. I couldn’t ride along since I was back at my parents’ house for childbirth, but I really wanted to experience the rear seats myself. So, if you’re interested, please take a look below. Why an Alphard? My younger brother, who occasionally appears on this blog, apparently bought another car following his...

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Testing the Porsche 911 GT3 at Okayama International Circuit

My husband recently took the GT3 out for a spin at Okayama International Circuit. He wrote up his impressions, so please have a look if you’re interested. Heading to the Track with the GT3 Since last year, we’ve been members of the official Porsche owners’ club, Porsche Club Japan. Normally, I’m not a fan of group activities—I prefer being on my own—so joining something like this is unusual for me. That said, this was my...

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New GLS400d|How Does It Feel Compared to Owning an S-Class?

The other day, I wrote my impressions after test-driving the Mercedes-Benz GLS, and this time, I’d like to share my husband’s thoughts. Mercedes-Benz GLS Test Drive Recently, my wife and I went to test drive the GLS, and I want to share my impressions from that experience. First, a bit about my Mercedes history: it started with the R171 SLK350, then the R129 SL500, and later the C217 AMG S63 Coupe. My overall impression of...

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Test Drive of the New Mercedes-Benz GLS400d

Test Drive of the New Mercedes-Benz GLS Lately, our family has started to take an interest in SUVs, and recently, my husband and I had the chance to test drive one of the SUVs we were curious about: the Mercedes-Benz GLS. Our family has always been loyal to Porsche, but I’ve recently come to think that maybe an SUV doesn’t need to be so sporty. Since we already have sporty cars like the GT3, an...

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The Porsche Panamera Truly Shines on Rainy Days on the Highway

Driving the Panamera in the Rain The other day, I had the chance to drive the Panamera on the highway in the rain. While driving, I kept thinking, “the Panamera’s stability is really something else…” The joints on the highway were no cause for concern at all, and with its all-wheel drive and solid feel, I was once again reminded just how wonderful this car is. Since I was driving on the Hanshin Expressway Route...

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My Brother’s Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T Has Arrived: A Porsche Owner’s Perspective

The other day, my brother-in-law came over in his newly delivered Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T. I’m already nine months pregnant with a big belly, and lately I get carsick when riding in sporty cars (though I’m fine when I’m driving myself…), so only my husband got to ride this time. That said, my husband wrote down his impressions from the test drive, so please have a look if you’re interested. My brother, who had been...