This is a summary article of the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.”
Please enjoy it as a companion during your commute, school runs, or drives inside your Porsche.
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Main Topics and Content

Wheel Repair and Coating [03:00]

• Shared the experience of my wife getting wheel curb damage in the same spot for the second time
• Requested wheel repair and coating at a shop called Chou Bankin
• Also introduced a shop named Avenir; both shops offer high-quality repairs at reasonable prices in the Kansai region
• Emphasized the importance of not leaving wheel curb damage untreated and getting it repaired promptly

Defender Octo Test Drive Report [12:00]

• Test drove the sporty SUV Land Rover Defender Octo
• Boasts 635 horsepower and 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds, but experiences significant body roll in city driving
• Handling is similar to the G-Class, requiring large steering inputs, making it tricky on mountain roads
• Low-speed torque build-up is slow, and the balance with gear shifts feels off
• Best suited for high-speed cruising, it balances off-road capability with sporty driving

Article on 7 Types of Porsche Drivers [31:54]

• The blog post “7 Types of Porsche Drivers” attracted a lot of attention
• Introduced seven types: Purists, Socializers, Air-Cooled Enthusiasts, Customizers, Aspirational, Tourers, and RSGT Fans
• Many people fit into multiple categories rather than just one
• The “Aspirational” type is especially common, representing those seriously aiming to become the person their Porsche deserves
• Viewers also suggested other types like “Configurator” and “Limited Edition Collector”

Visit Report to Medieid Cars [49:00]

• Shared the experience of visiting Medieid Cars, a Porsche specialist shop in Gifu
• They show deep affection for each used car, producing detailed videos to introduce them
• Cars are selected and maintained from an owner’s perspective; vehicles are never left outside, and seat positions remain unchanged
• They treat the Porsche crest with great respect and don’t use it lightly
• Many rare models and well-maintained cars make it a tempting place to buy your next Porsche

The Importance of Time Spent Driving Your Porsche [59:00]

• Discussed the challenge and importance of not just buying a Porsche but making time to actually drive it
• Shared ideas on securing time to experience the essence of Porsche—”it’s all about driving”
• Using business trips as opportunities to drive, but noted that highways alone don’t fully showcase the car’s appeal
• Highlighted the need to delegate tasks to others or machines to carve out personal driving time

Spider RS Delivery Status [01:01:39]

• The Spider RS is expected to arrive at the dealer soon
• The My Porsche app shows it as arrived, but it hasn’t actually been delivered yet
• Applying protective film on the hood and side intakes is causing some delay
• Delivery is expected around the end of May, so it won’t make it in time for the Porsche Parade