Here’s a recap of our recent “Welcome Home, PORSCHE” livestream radio show.
Tune in on your commute, during your school run, or on your next drive in your Porsche.

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Key Topics and Highlights

1. Opening Chat[00:14]

• The recent spell of extreme heat
• How summers used to feel cooler than they do today

2. Trends in the Used Porsche Market[02:10]

• More used Porsches are coming onto the market amid falling stock prices
• Premium prices are beginning to ease
• There’s also talk of production allocations for the 992.2

3. A Family Trip in the Toyota Alphard[08:58]

• A family trip in a Toyota Alphard
• Impressions of driving on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
• Thoughts on the Alphard’s ride comfort and spacious interior

4. Toyota’s Steering Feel[25:04]

• Toyota tunes its steering to appeal to a broad range of drivers
• Compared with a Porsche, a Toyota is easier to drive

5. Japanese Cars vs. European Cars[30:53]

• How long people have been saying Japanese cars have surpassed BMW and Mercedes-Benz
• Whether they really have surpassed them

6. How the Taycan and Tesla Feel Behind the Wheel[33:51]

• The differences you notice when driving a Taycan and a Tesla
• The Taycan makes you want to focus on driving, while a Tesla makes you want to let Autopilot take over
• The Taycan feels like a sports car; the Tesla feels like an easy, comfortable way to get around

7. How the Panamera Has Evolved[44:53]

• The new Panamera offers a more comfortable ride
• But compared with the first-generation model, it has lost some of its mischievous edge
• It feels like it’s moving closer to Audi

8. Paint Protection Film: Pros and Cons[51:28]

• Paint protection film helps shield your car from stone chips
• It can yellow or peel over time
• Recommended for dark-colored cars, but less so for lighter-colored ones

9. Recommended Driving Accessory[53:41]

• Our pick: Eyezone sunglasses bought at a highway service area
• They’re easy to wear over prescription glasses and offer clear visibility

10. Macan EV Configuration Tips[1:03:45]

• All-wheel drive is our pick for an electric vehicle
• We recommend the 21-inch wheels
• Opt for the 18-way power seats
• Air suspension is a must
• The NeoDym package adds a more premium look
• A heated steering wheel is another worthwhile option
• EVs are quiet, so it’s worth adding the BOSE® Surround Sound System