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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    That's the exact car I saw at Nardo. Porsche hasn't made a second prototype yet.

    And that also looks like Nardo, someone sneaked a camera in there somehow. 


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    I think it looks good in the photos. What was your impression in real life?


    Re: New electric 718 photos

    A whole lot of nothing. We were standing outside of the garage talking about the other Taycans when it return and moving slowly heading to it's parking spot inside. When I didn't hear any engine note I knew it was the EV one. And it was confirmed.

    It's their first prototype, basically for testing running gear, so nothing about handling or styling can be deduced. I mean it moves, so that'a good start. Not even sure if they will keep the size, but initially it is just about Boxster size. Also pointless to talk interior styling as it was just a whole bunch of parts slapped together just to get it moving. 

    When Porsche do their testing, they are serious about the testing part. They take full control of the either the high speed ring or the handling circuit or both for the whole weekend running cars non-stop 24/7, at the high speed ring they would clock 7-8000km of running time. They literally drive in circles until something breaks. 

     


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    Thank you. I am really excited to see what the final product looks like. 



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    Ha, with all that camo, it gives off a bit of F430 spider vibes from that front 3/4 angle!

    But it looks lik below all that camo, they are going for the Taycan treatment design wise, which makes sense; they introduced a very distinctive design language for their electric vehicle, so if the boxster line is going full electric, it's only logical to carry over some of that design language.

    I really like how Porsche introduced the Boxster years ago as an entry-level Porsche, made it grow up fully to the level of the GT4rs, and now re-invent the model as their step into electric sports cars. Whether one agrees with electric being the future or not, it is our current future, and it pleases me to see that Porsche is at the forefront of the development as a performance car company.


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    Joost:......, it is our current future, ...........

     

    a brilliant reference made in so few words; to give a thought to the ever changing expectations we hold for the future!

    Electric, hydrogen, other; all have future potential. (thanks for that Smiley)

     

     


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    Haha, thanks Gladstone! wink


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    An electric current is a stream of charged particles, such as electrons or ions, moving through an electrical conductor or space.


    Re: New electric 718 photos

    neunelf:

    An electric current is a stream of charged particles, such as electrons or ions, moving through an electrical conductor or space.

    Smiley


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    neunelf:

    An electric current is a stream of charged particles, such as electrons or ions, moving through an electrical conductor or space.

    Much like the prose of Shakespeare; containing both a message to the higher minded in the audience and a bit of entertainment for the peanut gallery. Smiley


    Re: New electric 718 photos

    Joost:

    Ha, with all that camo, it gives off a bit of F430 spider vibes from that front 3/4 angle!

    But it looks lik below all that camo, they are going for the Taycan treatment design wise, which makes sense; they introduced a very distinctive design language for their electric vehicle, so if the boxster line is going full electric, it's only logical to carry over some of that design language.

    I really like how Porsche introduced the Boxster years ago as an entry-level Porsche, made it grow up fully to the level of the GT4rs, and now re-invent the model as their step into electric sports cars. Whether one agrees with electric being the future or not, it is our current future, and it pleases me to see that Porsche is at the forefront of the development as a performance car company.

    The really interesting part here is going to be if Porsche can get the electrified Boxster under 2 tons. Smiley


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    They will. Piece of cake for them. It will also clearly show that there is much more appeal to these than just government climate mandates. The biggest thing to watch for is how badly it will smoke the 911. Something we have never seen before. They will need to kneecap it a lot and it will be obvious. Might speed up the EV 911 to market as well. 
    My hope is that pure demand and customer satisfaction and not incentives or laws will be the primary motivator as the mode of transport slowly matures.  Everything else just costs more money and likely involves too much government. 
    Also means much better product for consumers - just saying.  Off my soapbox. 


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    Leawood911:

    They will. Piece of cake for them. It will also clearly show that there is much more appeal to these than just government climate mandates. The biggest thing to watch for is how badly it will smoke the 911. Something we have never seen before. They will need to kneecap it a lot and it will be obvious. Might speed up the EV 911 to market as well. 
    My hope is that pure demand and customer satisfaction and not incentives or laws will be the primary motivator as the mode of transport slowly matures.  Everything else just costs more money and likely involves too much government. 
    Also means much better product for consumers - just saying.  Off my soapbox. 

    So far, not really a piece of cake as far as I heard. They seem to have found an interesting solution though.


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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    RC:
    Leawood911:

    They will. Piece of cake for them. It will also clearly show that there is much more appeal to these than just government climate mandates. The biggest thing to watch for is how badly it will smoke the 911. Something we have never seen before. They will need to kneecap it a lot and it will be obvious. Might speed up the EV 911 to market as well. 
    My hope is that pure demand and customer satisfaction and not incentives or laws will be the primary motivator as the mode of transport slowly matures.  Everything else just costs more money and likely involves too much government. 
    Also means much better product for consumers - just saying.  Off my soapbox. 

    So far, not really a piece of cake as far as I heard. They seem to have found an interesting solution though.


    Battery will be optional? :D

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    Re: New electric 718 photos

    Gnil:

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    This picture has captured the sound of the future Porsche.  One sees little appeal for this upcoming variant after several decades of vocal beast. 


     
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