Porsche's New Budget Model, Sinking Towers, and Macan EV Recall

This Week's Topics

The Ever-Changing "Poor Man's Porsche"

The debate about which Porsche model is the "poor man's Porsche" continues to evolve. Historically, this title has shifted from the 912 decades ago to the 944s and 914s. Currently, early Boxster models hold this distinction according to market data. What are your thoughts on this trend? Will we see Taycan Turbos claiming this title in a decade?

Sinking Porsche Design Tower

The Porsche Design Tower in Florida has sunk by 3 inches between 2016 and 2023. While this may seem minor, it's part of a larger issue affecting coastal areas. With sea levels rising, what are your thoughts on the future of coastal real estate? We'll discuss the implications and potential solutions for sinking buildings.

Macan EV Recall: Too Bright to Handle

In an ironic twist, Porsche is recalling Macan EVs due to excessively bright headlights. Could this be an unintended consequence of endurance racing technology? Let's speculate on other potential recalls and discuss the balance between safety features and EV range.

DRT: Time for a Miami Trip?

With Das Renn Treffen (DRT) dates soon to be announced, we're considering a quick trip to Miami. We'll reminisce about our best DRT memories and discuss plans for attending this year's event. Should we do a fly-in move or a two-day visit with some podcast recordings?

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Paid Content Teaser

For our paid subscribers, we'll be diving into an exciting comparison:

• GTD Mustang vs. Street GT3 RS lap times
• Unpacking the 6:44 GT3 RS and 6:57 Mustang times
• A look back at the Carrera GT's 7:12 time and how it compares to modern supercars

Don't miss out on this in-depth analysis!Join us for an episode packed with Porsche news, EV developments, and exciting event plans. We can't wait to hear your thoughts and opinions on these topics!