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Porsche 911 Shines as Others Falter in Q1 2026
business17 hours ago

Porsche 911 Shines as Others Falter in Q1 2026

Porsche posted a mixed Q1 2026: the 911 surged in the U.S. with 3,826 deliveries (up 83% YoY) while global sales fell 15% and U.S. volumes slipped 12.5%. The decline is driven by the end of the 718 Boxster/Cayman line (only 206 units in Q1) and the planned phase-out of ICE Macan this summer. In the U.S., Macan, Cayenne, Panamera and Taycan also declined, though the Cayenne Electric is expected later this summer. A new 911 variant debuts on April 14, providing halo potential, but Porsche’s long-term health depends on replacing the 718 and combustion Macan amid broader EV adoption challenges.

via Road & Track|
#911#boxster-cayman#business
Porsche 930: How a Turbocharged 911 Earned Its 'Widowmaker' Nickname
technology12 days ago

Porsche 930: How a Turbocharged 911 Earned Its 'Widowmaker' Nickname

The Porsche 930 — the first production turbocharged 911 — earned the 'Widowmaker' moniker because its sudden turbo boost, light weight, short wheelbase, and rearward weight distribution could surprise inexperienced drivers, leading to crashes in less-than-ideal conditions. As turbo technology evolved, later 3.3L versions added power and higher top speeds, reducing the era’s handling surprises. Today, early 930s command high auction prices (roughly $220k for early models, with Turbo S variants starting around $270k), and some enthusiasts pursue modern restomods like Singer’s Turbo Study to capture the 930’s character without its notorious instability.

via Jalopnik|
#911#930#porsche
The Unbuilt Four-Door 911 That Preceded Porsche Sedans
technology20 days ago

The Unbuilt Four-Door 911 That Preceded Porsche Sedans

In 1967, a Texas dealer hired Troutman & Barnes to stretch a Porsche 911 S into a rare four-door, rear-hinged sedan—an early one-off that Porsche itself never built. The piece frames this quirky project within Porsche’s broader history of sedan efforts, including the 989 concept, the 928 four-door, the Mercedes-Benz 500E collaboration, the Audi RS2, and the Panamera.

via Jalopnik|
#911#four-door#porsche
Porsche’s 2025 sales dip: 911 still shines as Europe’s combustion era winds down
german-cars2 months ago

Porsche’s 2025 sales dip: 911 still shines as Europe’s combustion era winds down

Porsche’s 2025 global sales fell about 10% to 279,449 as Europe’s shift away from combustion models and softer Taycan demand offset the continued strength of the 911 (over 50k sold). The US remained the largest market, while Europe saw rising electrified deliveries. Management flags a 2026 focus on “value over volume” and is phasing out the combustion versions of the 718 and Macan, with new GT3-style and EV-focused models in the pipeline.

via PistonHeads|
#911#europe#ev-adoption
Dick Cheney, Influential Vice President, Dies at 84
world5 months ago

Dick Cheney, Influential Vice President, Dies at 84

Dick Cheney, a prominent Republican figure and former Vice President of the US known for his influential role during 9/11 and the Iraq invasion, has died at age 84. His career included positions as White House chief of staff, Congress member, and Secretary of Defense, and he was a controversial figure due to his policies on war and interrogation. Cheney's legacy is marked by his significant impact on US foreign policy and politics, and he expressed disapproval of Donald Trump in his later years.

via The Guardian|
#911#death#dick-cheney
Zohran Mamdani Defends Muslim Identity Amid Political Attacks
politics5 months ago

Zohran Mamdani Defends Muslim Identity Amid Political Attacks

Zohran Mamdani, a candidate in the 2025 NYC mayoral race, shared a personal story about his aunt feeling unsafe in her hijab after 9/11, highlighting ongoing discrimination against Muslims. His remarks sparked criticism from JD Vance, who argued that the story minimized the tragedy of 9/11, amid a tense campaign marked by debates over Islamophobia and public safety.

via Times of India|
#911#islamophobia#new-york-city-mayoral-race