Spending some time on a small canyon road that I’m familiar with to start testing out the PAR.
The section where my RS E-Tron GT had the most issues is a fast, sweeping stretch with a few undulations.
At 87 mph, compression was fine, but rebound was terrible to the point that the car nearly...
Armour detail supply Ghost tire sealant looks good and doesn't sling.
The trick is to prep the tire thoroughly. On a new tire, I spent 20min per tire just to prep.
Step 1) Spray Armour detail supply Tire cleaner, brush and rinse.
Step 2) Koch Chemie Eulix on a towl to remove additional...
Taycan Paint quality is very impressive. It could be because its Purple Sky Metallic
- Average 8.5mil, as high as 10mil. This was a pleasant surprise. Most cars are in the high 4s, Tesla in the low 3s, Rolls Royce can be as high as 25mil
- Clear coat inst too hard or soft so its easy to...
After 11 months putting in my order, multiple delays due to tariffs and a tarrif price increase, my 2025 Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach as arrived.
I'll need to wait close to 3 weeks to drive. It will be flatbeded to me to avoid any paint defects.
- 3 step paint correction
- Full exterior...
The Porsche dealers I’ve spoken with in the U.S. are very eager to sell off their remaining Taycans by the end of September, when the $7,500 credit expires. One GM at a high-volume dealership told me he doesn’t want any more Taycans—he just wants them off the lot.
Additionally, no new Taycans...
A pattern I noticed in US 2025 Taycan VINs. I use the last 3 of the VINs to glance at inventory to see how long its been sititing. This helps in negotiations
Last 5 digits denote the model and production number.
Turbo GT & Weissach: 58xxx (Seems to be regional and beyond the US)
Turbo/Turbo S...
Not sure what Bentley is thinking with this design and Polestar rear.
Ultra Luxry EV
Full Article
https://www.motortrend.com/news/bentley-exp-15-concept-first-look-review
Rivians captive finance partner Chase, is removing the $7500 tax credit at the end of June 2025
https://eletric-vehicles.com/rivian/rivian-sets-june-30-cut-off-for-7500-lease-credit-as-senate-bill-threatens-ev-incentives/
2025 will most likely be the last Chance to get your Taycan with the...
Is the Mission X BEV concept worth buying at the right price?
Is there a need for a BEV Supercar if it's rare, almost six figures?
If a 1100hp Taycan Turbo GT is $235k, How much would a Mission X be worth to you?
These concave mirrors are not legal in the US, but I had them on a previous sports car and they do wonders for blind spots.
Anyone use them on a Taycan or other Porsches?
https://www.suncoastparts.com/product/SKU992ASP.html
This article explains how Audi tunes their Active Ride compared to Par.
Interesting points:
1) PAR is ZF technology.
2) The Taycan will counteract natural lateral and longitudinal acceleration forces until about 93 mph. Beyond there, you can expect to experience more typical body motions that...
This was tested on the streets, not a prepped track, on Trofeo RS tires (that test is coming soon)
Results:
0-60mph: 2.18
1/8 mile: 6.03
60-130mph: 4.69
100-150mph: 4.9
1/4 mile: 9.28 @ 150.25
Best 0-60mph time on better pavement was 2.00 seconds flat
I highly recommend getting this Road & Track Volume. 23 California edition from their website.
It includes a few guides to canyon drives in the Angeles Crest mountains.
Missing is CA 33, but that's very straightforward.
Of Course Good Vibes at Newcombs Ranch Friday mornings.