Porsche News
Next-Gen 718 to Offer Both EV and Gasoline Models
次世代718はEVもガソリンも出す二刀流モデルに。だがユーロ7の規制下で718スパイダーRSの咆哮を超えられるのか。両方を所有する立場から、EVを続ける意味と電動718への期待を語る。
Reviews & Test Drives
The Last Sensual Thrill or the Roar of the GT3? An In-Depth Comparison by a Dual Owner of...
In our garage today, two mid-engine open-top Porsches stand side by side. One is my longtime companion, a 981 Boxster GTS that I’ve been driving since new for nearly 10 years, now with over 63,000 kilometers on the clock. The other is the latest marvel, the 718 Spyder RS, delivered just this past June. The 981’s naturally aspirated flat-six delivers a sensual soundtrack, while the Spyder RS houses the heart of a GT3 midship. Alternating...
Live Streaming
[Live Stream Summary] Vol.96: Which Colors Suit the Porsche 911? In-Depth Discussion from...
This article summarizes the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to enjoy it during your commute, school runs, or as a driving companion inside your Porsche. If you like the content, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel! Main Topics and Highlights Opening: Setup Adjustments and Viewer Delivery Reports [00:30] Recently, archived videos had audio and video sync issues; equipment changes are underway to fix this. Viewers...
Live Streaming
[Live Stream Summary] Vol.95: Outlook on the Next 718 and EV Expectations, Discussing Dif...
This article summarizes the recent live stream radio episode of “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to listen during your commute, school runs, or while driving your Porsche. If you enjoy the content, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel! Key Topics and Highlights Next 718’s Electrification Plans [06:55] The upcoming 718 is expected to come in both EV and gasoline versions. The EV Boxster is highly anticipated as an open-top convertible....
Porsche News
Thoughts on the News That the Next Porsche 718 Will Continue Offering Internal Combustion...
ポルシェが718次期モデルの完全電動化計画を変更し、内燃機関モデルも継続することを発表。「戦略的再調整」として電動モデルと内燃機関モデルの両方を展開する新方針は、自動車業界全体で見られる電動化タイムラインの見直し傾向を反映しています。
Porsche Boxster
How to Make Apple CarPlay Completely Wireless｜Solving Charging Issues
My Skeptical View on Wireless CarPlay Many Porsche infotainment systems support CarPlay, but most require a wired connection. Of course, you can make it wireless by using a wireless adapter, but I had long been hesitant to adopt wireless CarPlay. The reason is simple: if you still need to connect a charging cable, why not just use wired CarPlay from the start? To truly benefit from going wireless, you have to eliminate the act of...
Porsche Boxster
Is the 4.0-Liter Engine in the Porsche 718 the Same Lineage as the GT3? Unraveling the En...
A frequently debated topic among Porsche owners is whether the 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six engine found in the 718 GTS 4.0, Spyder, and GT4 shares the same lineage as the GT3 engine. Some videos and discussions claim they are from the same family, and I occasionally receive questions about this myself. After thorough investigation, a clear answer has emerged. To put it simply, the engines in the 718 GTS 4.0, Spyder, and GT4 are not...
Porsche Boxster
Is the Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman Really Being Discontinued? Latest Insights on Gasol...
Lately, there have been frequent reports about securing production slots for the 718 and new deliveries being made. Amidst this buzz, various speculations about the future of the Porsche 718 series are circulating. Is the gasoline engine version truly being discontinued? Or is there a chance it will be sold alongside the upcoming EV model? Based on the latest overseas media reports and statements from Porsche insiders, we’ve compiled the facts known so far. To...
The Appeal of Porsche
718 Spyder RS Delivery Imminent: Tracing the Lineage of Porsche’s “Spyder”
Porsche’s “Spyder” For many Porsche enthusiasts, just hearing the name “Spyder” sets their hearts racing. With the 718 Spyder RS soon arriving at our home, let’s unravel the history of the Spyder series, which has evolved over more than 70 years from the original 550 Spyder to the latest 718 Spyder RS. Centered on the common themes of lightweight construction, high performance, and open-top driving, this lineage has always embodied cutting-edge technology and racing spirit....
How to Buy a Porsche
Here’s the Spec of My Ordered 718 Spyder RS! Options Total Over 5 Million Yen
Ordering and Production Schedule of the 718 Spyder RS As I’ve already mentioned in live streams and elsewhere, I placed an order for the 718 Spyder RS, and it is currently in production. The current production schedule is as follows: ・Production start date: November 26 ・Expected production completion date: January 23, 2025 ・Expected start of shipping: Between January 23 and February 1 ・Scheduled departure from Japan: Late January to mid-February ・Expected arrival in Japan: Earliest...