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New Porsche 911 GT2 RS coming soon

March 7, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Every now and then, Porsche gives us new information about the cars that we can expect in the near future. Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Porsche announces the arrival of the powerful 911 (992) GT2 RS in 2026. It has become a tradition that Porsche always offers the most powerful and fastest version of the current generation of its most popular car at the end of the story.

Although there is not much information, it is known that the new Porsche 911 (992) GT2 RS will be powered by a 3.8-liter 6-cylinder biturbo engine, from the current generation 911 Turbo, in combination with an electric motor. This means that the total power will be more than 700 hp, and more power means more torque compared to its predecessor (991 Series).

The company says the 400-volt hybrid system will be even more advanced than the one that powers the racing 963 LMDh. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch (PDK) transmission.

It is quite certain that Porsche will soon offer a hybrid system in combination with the base versions of this model, which confirms the electrification of super sports cars before completely abandoning the internal combustion engine.

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Source: Porsche

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Will internal combustion engines remain until 2040?

March 6, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In the past few years, most of the world’s car manufacturers have announced the end of the use of internal combustion engines and the transition to fully electric cars by 2030. However, there are frequent rumors that ICE could remain in use for the next 10 years. The main reason for this is the bad infrastructure.

Internal combustion engines will go away sooner or later, and there are many who say that current plans to end the production of internal combustion engine cars are overambitious, unrealistic and counterproductive. Honda Motor Co. CEO Toshihiro Mibe shares this view. He said that the full transition to electric cars requires a much more developed battery charging infrastructure than the existing one. He also said that the development of the infrastructure, which will be accessible to all, needs much more time than the time mentioned in the earlier plans.

At Honda, they are working hard on transportation solutions that are based on full electrification. Together with the company LG Energy, they signed an agreement to build a facility for the production of batteries in the USA, and production should start in two years. Last fall, they partnered with Sony, with whom they will produce electric cars from 2026.

Will such views change the plans of decision-makers and extend the use of internal combustion engines for several years, we will see.

Source: Honda

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Singer Vehicle Design opened a new workshop

March 6, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In 2009, British musician Rob Dickinson founded the company Singer Vehicle Design which restores and modifies Porsche automobiles. Since then, they have done numerous restorations and modifications of Porsche 964 cars, and now they have opened the doors of their workshop to Top Gear.

Those who want a classic sports car, restored and modified with modern technology, and assembled according to the highest quality standards, unfortunately have to be patient and wait because the waiting list is sometimes four years long.

Since Singer Vehicle Design was founded, demand has grown rapidly to the point where the company has decided to stop accepting new orders for its Classic model. The company decided to do this because it wants to preserve its value in the future. However, the Turbo model is offered, but about 200 people are already waiting for it.

In its plant, Singer performs all operations, from painting and installation of spare and new parts to assembly and finishing works. Singer director Mazen Fawaz claims that the company can meet all customer requirements and increase the car’s value to seven figures except in situations of severe damage.

We’ve already seen some of their work before, and we can say with certainty that they are a piece of art. Here are some of the cars that the company: Porsche 911 Turbo Study, Porsche 930 Turbo, 1989 Porsche 911, Porsche 911 (964), 911 Cabriolet.

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Source: Top Gear