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Manual Porsche 911 GT3 Sets New Nürburgring Record! Astonishing 6:56 Lap Time for a Produ...

The manual transmission version of the Porsche 911 GT3 (992.2 generation) has set the world’s fastest lap time for a production manual car on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The astonishing recorded time of 6 minutes 56.294 seconds not only shatters the previous record holder but also surpasses the prior generation’s PDK-equipped model, delivering a stunning result. The Fastest Manual Car Ever – An Incredible Sub-7-Minute Lap The 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 (992.2) with a 6-speed manual...

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Porsche 911

The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Lacks the “Taycan” Badge – The Reason and Naming ...

Naming Convention of the Taycan Turbo GT The Taycan Turbo GT features a distinctive element that sets it apart from other Taycan models. Most notably, you won’t find the word “Taycan” anywhere on the car’s badges or interior. I only realized this after the dealer explained it at delivery, but once behind the wheel, the reasoning gradually became clear. This naming approach carries deep significance. The Taycan Turbo GT is not just a higher trim...

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Porsche 911

A Look Back at the History of the Porsche 911 GT3 Engine

For me, the GT3 is synonymous with the 991.2 GT3 Touring Package. I bought it a few years ago driven by my admiration for the GT3, but while I was deeply impressed by its incredible performance, I also felt the frustration of not being able to fully enjoy pressing the accelerator on public roads. As a result, I ended up selling it after about a year and a half. Although I don’t regret selling it,...

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Porsche 911

Manthey Performance Kits for Porsche GT3 and More Now Officially Available in Japan

Manthey Racing Kits Finally Arrive in Japan Manthey Racing, Porsche’s strongest partner in motorsports, has officially launched its performance kits in Japan starting October 5. Many Porsche GT owners have likely been eagerly awaiting this moment. Manthey Racing is a German racing team renowned worldwide for its brilliant victories and innovative technology development in motorsports. As Porsche’s official partner, Manthey not only manages Porsche Motorsport’s GT works racing operations but also develops performance kits supplied...

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Reviews & Test Drives

Porsche 911 GT3 (997 Early Model) Test Drive Review: The Charm and Evolution of the GT3

First Impressions of the 997 Early Model GT3 This time, I had the opportunity to test drive the Porsche 911 997 early model GT3. This car stands out notably within the GT3 series. To conclude upfront, while it’s not as demanding as the 997 late model GT3, compared to the 996 late model GT3, it feels more rigid in the body and shows clear advancements in performance. When you get in and start the engine,...