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Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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...

Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz
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Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

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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Reviews & Test Drives, Ferrari

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...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Cayenne

Test Drive of the Porsche Cayenne Coupe (Part 2)｜How Does the Engine and Driving Feel?

Recently, I published the first part of my test drive report on the Cayenne Coupe, and now, at last, I’d like to share my husband’s impressions (Part 2) that you’ve been waiting for. On a rare sunny break during the rainy season, we were fortunate to have the chance to test drive the new Cayenne Coupe. The grade was the S model, officially named the “Cayenne S Coupe.” Compared to the standard Cayenne, which is...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

What I Learned About the Porsche 911 GT3’s Charms After One Year of Ownership

Once Again, the Porsche 911 GT3 Lately, I’ve been driving the GT3 about once a month, and each time I get behind the wheel, I’m struck by the feeling of “Yes, this is it!” and a fresh wave of amazement thinking, “So this is another side of its charm!” It really makes me realize how profoundly deep Porsche is as a brand, and how truly special the GT3 is as a car. The other day,...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Cayenne

Test Drive of the Porsche Cayenne Coupe (Part 1)｜How’s the Ride and Usability?

Porsche Cayenne Coupe The other day, I had the chance to test drive the Cayenne Coupe. Now that June has arrived and the kids have started elementary school and kindergarten, I finally have some free time in the mornings. So my husband and I took that opportunity to go for a drive together. I wonder how many years it’s been since just the two of us went for a test drive… Usually, with the kids...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

Car Seats Matter Not Only for Comfort but Also for Safety

Panamera Seats The other day, while riding in the Panamera, my husband said, The Panamera is an amazing car, but I just can’t get comfortable with this 14-way memory electric seat no matter what… He’s often mentioned that the Panamera’s seats just don’t quite fit him. Until now, I’d always said, “Really? I find them perfectly comfortable.” But recently, when I got to drive the Panamera GTS with its 18-way electric adaptive sport seats, I...

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

A Ride in the Limited Edition 911 Speedster (991) — Only 1,948 Worldwide

Wow, just recently my husband had the incredible opportunity to ride in a friend’s 911 Speedster, and he wrote up his impressions in this article. Honestly, I’m so jealous! Please have a look if you’re interested. The 911 Speedster: Limited to 1,948 Units Worldwide A little while ago, a friend mentioned that their 911 Speedster had just been delivered, but I hadn’t yet had the chance to see the actual car, and some time passed....

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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche Panamera

How Ride Comfort Changes Dramatically with Tire Pressure, Wheels, and Tires

Ride Comfort of the Panamera The other day, I took our Panamera out for a drive after a while. Since I had recently test-driven the Panamera GTS, compared to that, the Panamera GTS felt more comfortable to ride than the Panamera Turbo. The ride comfort of the Panamera GTS reminded me of the smoothness of the current Cayenne… it felt so light and smooth, it was hard to believe it had the same V8 engine,...

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