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2024 Porsche 911 (992) Cabriolet

After the recently published photos from the testing of the Porsche 911 Carrera and 911 Turbo, it seems that Porsche has decided to refresh the model 911 (992) Cabriolet. The car was seen on the snowy roads of the north.

Although it wears camouflage on some parts, some changes can still be noticed. The front end is reminiscent of that of the new 911 Carrera, with slightly larger air intakes on the front bumper with vertical slats, while on the sides there are unusual lights, which we hope will be used only in the testing phase.

At the rear, the camouflage hides a lot, but you can see the centrally placed exhaust system pipes and single part LED light bar. The rest of the bumper is covered with camouflage. It is equipped with slightly wider rims wrapped in Michelin tires. Speaking of the interior, it is not known if there will be a change.

When it comes to powertrain, rumors say the new 911 Cabriolet will most likely be powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine with an unknown number of horsepower. The current 911 Cabriolet is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six with a power range from 380 hp to 473 hp.

The new 911 (992) Cabriolet is expected to be unveiled next year as the 2024 model.

Source: Automedia

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DS E-Tense Performance

DS Automobiles has introduced the E-Tense Performance concept with Formula E powertrain. It is a fully electric supersport car with an impressive 815 hp and an incredible 8000 Nm.

Six years ago, DS Automobiles introduced the E-Tense concept, and now the E-Tense Performance super car has been built on that concept. It is powered by two electric motors mounted on both axles, the front 340 hp and the rear 476 hp, with a total power of 815 hp (600 kW) and an incredible 5,900 lb-ft (8000 Nm) of maximum torque. E Tense Performance is twice as powerful as E-Tense and has 16 times more torque.

Modern design and attractive appearance show how much the automotive industry has progressed in the last six years. “The idea is also to find solutions to lower costs, make them easier to manufacture and explore implementations in production models. The next generations of the E-TENSE range will benefit from these developments,” said Thomas Chevaucher, DS Performance Director.

DS Automobiles claims that Performance reaches 62 mph in about 2 seconds. It is equipped with an improved suspension, and the battery set is placed in a composite housing.

DS has not announced whether this concept will enter production, but it is known that testing of this model will affect the future cars of this French company.

Source: DS Automobiles

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2023 Ferrari LMH

After a half-century break, Ferrari is finally back in the top class of the WEC (World Endurance Championship), which also includes the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This was confirmed by the head of Ferrari Attività Sportive GT, Antonello Coletta, saying that this is a big step forward for Ferrari, which will compete in the LMH class from 2023. The car is currently in the development phase, and the second phase of intensive testing of the hybrid car will begin in June at the Fiorano track.

2023 Ferrari LMH

While other participants, such as Audi, BMW and Porsche, have announced entry into the LMDh class, which will replace the LMP2, Ferrari will compete in the top class. Toyota is already participating in this class, and Peugeot has also announced its LMH (Le Mans Hypercar).

An experienced AF Corse team will be in charge of Ferrari’s LMH prototypes. “We are proud of this announcement. It is the crowning of a dream and recognition of the great effort made over the years. Our partnership with Ferrari is a winning one that began in 2006, and I am delighted to continue it in the LMH project. We have immediately kicked off with great enthusiasm aiming to raise the bar even further and to be ready for this new challenge, ”said AF Corse team owner Amato Ferrari.

It is certain that the return of Ferrari will raise the quality, but also make the competition more interesting. The team will compete as Ferrari – AF Corse, and Ferrari hopes that LMH will have the same success as the F430 GT2, which won all three titles in its debut season (team, drivers and Constructors).

Source: Ferrari