Our weekly Saturday 9:00 PM live stream radio show on this blog, Welcome Home, PORSCHE, has been receiving more attention from Porsche fans than we expected.

We broadcast simultaneously on YouTube and Twitter Spaces, and this marks our 26th episode since starting simultaneous streaming.
Considering we originally streamed on Clubhouse, we’ve probably done hundreds of broadcasts by now.

Starting this episode, we’ve decided to write summary articles of the YouTube broadcasts.
Since each show runs about an hour, this should make it easier to find what topics were discussed and when. If something catches your interest, please check out the YouTube video.

Main Topics and Content

1. Differences Between Porsche 981 and 718 [00:32]

– The 981 has a naturally aspirated engine, while the 718 uses a turbocharged engine. The 718 offers better driving performance, but the 981 feels more human and creates a stronger bond and affection.
– The 981 feels alive; the 718 feels more like a machine. Which to choose depends on personal preference.

2. Misconceptions About EV Charging and Range [38:14]

– EV batteries don’t degrade rapidly like smartphone batteries because of advanced charging management.
– For daily driving, running out of charge is not a concern. Only long-distance trips require a bit more charging time.

3. Impressions After Becoming a Taycan Owner [45:06]

– After driving 1,400 km in one month, charging with a standard 100V household outlet was sufficient.
– Fast charging is not necessary.
– Having seat covers is convenient when carrying children. [58:08]

4. The EV Shift Trend and Concerns [51:02]

– Due to environmental regulations, manufacturers are pushing EV adoption, but some remain cautious.
– Unlike engine parts, there’s a risk that replacement battery supplies may stop in the future.

5. Sales Staff’s Lack of Explanation About the Taycan [51:02]

– It was pointed out that the Taycan’s strengths should be promoted more.
– Proposed training sessions for sales staff to properly learn about and explain the Taycan.

6. Upcoming Tesla Test Drive [66:02]

– A test drive reservation for the Tesla Model 3 has been made for the near future.
– Interested in comparing it directly with the Taycan.