This article summarizes the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.”
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Main Topics and Highlights

Review of the Movie “F1” [02:00]

• Watched the Brad Pitt-led movie “F1.” The visuals and sound design are impressive, making it a serious film rather than a B-movie.
• Authentically recreates the real F1 world without any cheesy effects like sudden speed boosts during gear shifts.
• The storyline shares similarities with “Top Gun: Maverick,” earning it a solid 70-75 point rating.
• The dubbed version might be better than subtitles. Brad Pitt looks remarkably youthful for 61 years old.

Detailed Guide to Nara Nürburgring Location [09:00]

• Starting from Ogura Interchange, the route splits into South and North courses. Cafe Seven is a famous pilgrimage spot for car enthusiasts.
• The course ends near Ryūketsu Shrine, a popular photo spot for drivers.
• A technical route through forested areas that allows high-speed driving, named after the Nürburgring due to its similar vibe.
• Recently, overgrown grass and rough road surfaces make the course feel narrower. The Spider RS’s low ride height was noticeable here.

Spider RS Driving Impressions [18:00]

• After 2,000-3,000 km, the engine feels incredibly light and revs like a motorcycle with high RPM characteristics.
• Its imperfect yet exquisite balance is part of its charm. On rough roads, the rear wheels sometimes feel like they’re bouncing.
• More aggressive than the GT3, it retains the distinctive 718 character. The driving experience is like riding a bike—engaging but not tiring.
• The journey to the destination is enjoyable, making it practical as a touring package.

Long-Term Forecast for Porsche Used Car Market [27:30]

• The 718 Spider RS prices will dip temporarily but are expected to recover due to limited availability. The GT4 RS, with more units, is forecasted to drop significantly.
• The 718 Spider will see a steep decline, while the GTS (4-cylinder) might gain value in the future.
• Early 992 GT3 RS and GT3 models are declining with the arrival of later versions. Turbo models are also starting to fall sharply.
• The 992.2 GTS is predicted to drop significantly due to the increase in hybrid models. The S variant may hold value as the last pure gasoline engine Porsche.

Tesla FSD Travel Plans in the US [46:00]

• Family trip to the US starting next week, planning to tour from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon and Sedona using autonomous driving.
• Renting a Model Y with FSD via Turo to experience self-driving technology unavailable in Japan.
• All participants praised the system as “far beyond expectations,” noting it’s a completely different experience than watching videos.
• Following its release in Europe, FSD is expected to become available in Japan in the near future.

FSD Technology and Future Outlook [56:00]

• FSD is already operational in China on narrow, complex city roads and around landmarks like the Eiffel Tower in Paris without issues.
• If it can handle the complex merges on Japan’s Hanshin Expressway, it could be usable on almost all roads nationwide.
• After its European rollout, Japan is likely to adopt FSD soon, complying with UN standards.
• FSD is expected to have a disruptive impact on the automotive industry comparable to innovations like ChatGPT.