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Watch Max Parrot Master The Porsche Taycan Turbo S On Snow

Now that the electrified Porsche Taycan has conquered the track as well as the street, it’s time to start discovering new adventures. Professional snowboarder Max Parrot heads to Mecaglisse Motorsport in Quebec to put the Porsche Tayacan Turbo S to the test on a snow-covered track. In the recent video released by Porsche, Parrot explains his love for the brand, and even including stories of commuting daily to the mountain in his personal Porsche 911. Alongside the extreme performance of the electric drivetrain, Parrot was pleasantly impressed at the nimbleness and responsiveness of the five-seater chassis. It just further shows that Porsche continues to dominate in all elements using all platforms from its lineup, including the eco-friendly versions. Watch Max Parrot push the limits of the Porsche Taycan Turbo S on the icy slopes of Mecaglisse by clicking the video link.

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Revealed: 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo

After the unveiling of the new 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S earlier this year, the new 2021 911 Turbo Coupe and Cabriolet models have been revealed in full. The next-gen 911 Turbos will now see an increase of 32 horsepower over its predecessor for a total of 572 hp with 553 lb-ft of torque. Its acceleration is also stated to be 2.7 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than the previous generation. When it comes to the cabriolet, the 0 to 60 mph time is 2.8 seconds. The top speed is rated at 198 mph. Porsche notes that these power figures put the 2021 911 Turbo on par with the 2019 911 Turbo S.

Where does this added power come from? A lot of the enhancements that make it all possible for the 911 Turbo are also found in the 2021 911 Turbo S. This includes the engine’s displacement of 3,745 cc, symettrical VTG turbochargers, new air cooling system and piezo fuel injectors.

To handle the power, Porsche has a few upgrades for the 2021 911 Turbo. The track-width, for instance, has been increased in both the front and rear when compared to the previous generation. In the front, there’s an additional 1.65 inches of track width, while the rear sees an extra 0.39 inches. This is further complemented by the new 20-inch 255/35 tires.

Two different and new suspension options can be picked for the 2021 911 Turbo. While the standard suspension is an improvement of the previous iteration, the new and optional PASM Sport Suspension allows the car to ride 0.39 inches lower. Another new options for the new Porsche is the Sport Exhaust system, which can be optioned for the very first time in the 911 Turbo.

The 2021 Porsche 911 Turbos are available to be ordered now and are expected to be delivered in early 2021. The 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe price is $183,600 and the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet is priced at $183,600. These prices do not include the $1,350 delivery fee.

Porsche 911 Owners’ Stories: 996 GT3

Nothing easy comes without effort. We see that play out time and again by our dealers and fans. Once a determined enthusiast finds their dream car, nothing will stop them in attaining it. Such was the case with Loren, the latest star in Porsche’s 911 Owners’ Stories. In a quest to afford a new Porsche, he began to work on older ones, buying fixing, and flipping them for a tidy profit. That has evolved into his own Porsche workshop and a collection of 10 cars.

Porsche 993 Price, Specs, Photos & Review

His pride & joy is a 996 GT3. While retaining the same block as the 993 Series, the GT cars along with the Turbo had separate water jackets on each cylinder bank. Using the same chassis as the Turbo, the GT3 utilized the reinforced front suspension (without AWD) to achieve 1.03G on the skidpad. It was the highest lateral grip of any production car to-date. The 3.6-liter offers 375 horsepower and 284 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual. Along with the other 996 series, they are the most affordable 911 models on the market. They will definitely become collectible in a few years, so find one as a daily driver and stay with us for all your Porsche 911 news.