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Porsche Taycan set the fastest wireless charging time

The charging speed of car batteries is very important in encouraging customers to buy EVs, and the number of charging stations around the world is not enough for the current number of electric cars. This is why more effort is being put into the development of wireless charging. Currently, commercial wireless solutions offer charging speeds of up to 11 kW, but the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in collaboration with Volkswagen has made progress in the development of wireless charging, proving that in the future it could be as easy as parking.

To demonstrate the achievement, ORNL used a modified Porsche Taycan prototype reaching a wireless charging speed of 270 kW, which is equal to the DC charging speed of earlier models. This is achieved thanks to a polyphase wireless charging design integrated into the car’s chassis and light electromagnetic coils with a diameter of about 48 centimeters, which create a high power density.

The people who worked on the project claim that the used receiving coil can achieve eight to ten times higher power density compared to existing systems, making it the easiest charging system in the world.

The project is far from over. It still requires development to be ready for production. This could definitely revolutionize electric vehicle charging by making it more convenient and accessible. ORNL’s wireless charger can add 50 percent charge to the Taycan’s current battery capacity in just 10 minutes, which is comparable to a DC fast charger.

Source: Reuters

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Restomod Porsche 911 Carrera RSR costs 375,000 euros

One of the world’s best companies specialized in restoring, rebuilding and tailoring a cult classic for Porsche enthusiasts, RSR Project, has revealed its new project based on the Porsche 911 Carrera RS.

This car pays homage to the original 1986 Rennsport Rennwagen (RSR) racing car. It’s finished in an instantly eye-catching Gulf Oil livery, and compared to the original, the front and rear bumpers have been removed. The hood is made of aluminum, while at the back there is a ducktail spoiler. Inside, new carpet, new headliner, original dash, upgraded gauges, racing shifter and roll cage grace the car’s interior.

The original 911 was powered by a 3.2-L engine, and in the RSR Project they decided to increase the volume to 3.4-L and 235 hp (175 kW). This is significantly less than half the power of current Porsche atmospheric flagships, but still enough for the driver to have great fun and enjoy driving. Also, the ECU has been modified, new high-performance camshafts, improved four-piston brake calipers, and Bilstein shock absorbers have been installed.

The car is mounted on 15″ rims wrapped in Michelin TB-15 tires.

When it comes to price, this restomod Porsche 911 RSR costs 375,000 euros.

Source: RSR Project

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Restomod Porsche 911 Carrera RSR costs 375,000 euros
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RML P39 Kit for Porsche 911

British motorsport and high performance engineering company, RML Group, is celebrating its 40th birthday. On this occasion, it presented a special modification package, P39, for Porsche’s most famous car, the 911.

The P39 includes some wild aerodynamic and performance enhancements, such as a front bumper similar to the one on the Mercedes-AMG One, two hood scoops, a separation block between the hood vents that match the roof hatch, and together direct more air to the large rear wing. The package is compatible with all models from the 911 family.

However, the P39 will not be the only product of the British company, there is also a special P40 track package with tricks from Formula 1, for a better driving experience. Also, there’s a new type of high-performance battery and an upgraded version of the classic Aston Martin V8 Vantage. The battery is already in the process of being installed in several supercars including the McMurtry Speirling.

There is no information on prices yet.

Source: RML Group