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Porsche Malaysia, under Sime Darby Auto Performance, has introduced the new 911 GT3 at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit.

At the centre of the car is a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine producing 510PS and 450Nm. The engine has been revised with sharper camshafts, new cylinder heads, optimised throttle valves, and updated cooling. It meets stricter emissions standards with the addition of dual particulate filters and four catalytic converters, but still retains the high-revving character and distinctive sound expected from the GT3.

Acceleration to 100km/h takes 3.4 seconds with the 7-speed PDK gearbox, or 3.9 seconds with the 6-speed manual. Top speed is 311km/h with PDK, 313km/h with the manual.

The 911 GT3 has undergone significant aerodynamic refinements. At the front, a new diffuser, spoiler lip, and underbody fins improve downforce. Matrix LED headlights with integrated light functions allow for larger air intakes. The rear wing has angled sideplates, and the rear diffuser and lid have been reshaped.

Porsche has carried over suspension technology from the GT3 RS, including double-wishbone front axles with teardrop trailing arms that generate downforce while cooling the brakes. An anti-dive system has been introduced to improve stability under hard braking.

The car comes with 20-inch front and 21-inch rear tyres as standard, with optional road-legal track tyres available. Lightweight design remains a priority: the base car weighs 1,420 kg, with weight savings achieved through aluminium wheels, a lithium-ion battery, and optional magnesium wheels in the Weissach or Leichtbau packages.

Two distinct versions are offered. The GT3 retains its fixed rear wing, while the GT3 with Touring package swaps it for a more understated extendable spoiler. The Touring model also gains a leather-trimmed interior and, for the first time, an optional rear seat system.

Both versions can be further customised with the Weissach package for track use, or the Lightweight package for the Touring, which includes CFRP components and magnesium wheels. The Clubsport package, with roll cage and harness, is offered at no extra cost for the winged GT3.

Inside, the GT3 adopts a two-seat layout with sports seats, though new lightweight CFRP bucket seats are available. The cockpit design is familiar from the 911 range but includes GT-specific details such as a rotary ignition switch, Track Screen display mode, and optional roll cage. For drivers planning frequent circuit use, Porsche has added details like removable headrest padding for helmet clearance.

Porsche Design has also created GT3-specific chronographs available exclusively to owners. These watches feature titanium cases, flyback chronograph movements, and design cues drawn directly from the cars, including dials and rotors styled after GT3 instruments and wheels.

The Porsche 911 GT3 and GT3 with Touring package are now available in Malaysia, with prices starting at RM2,290,000.

Touring Package

Porsche kini bersedia untuk memperkenalkan model baharu 911 Turbo S dalam versi hibrid, menjelang penghujung tahun ini. Langkah ini merupakan sebahagian daripada evolusi terkini dalam barisan generasi 992.2 Porsche 911, dan sekaligus menandakan satu peralihan penting jenama tersebut ke arah teknologi prestasi elektrik yang lebih mapan.

Perkara ini disahkan sendiri oleh Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Porsche, Oliver Blume, semasa pembentangan prestasi kewangan syarikat baru-baru ini. Menurut beliau, bukan sahaja model 911 Turbo S akan menerima kemas kini hibrid, malah versi 911 Turbo standard (tanpa label “S”) juga bakal menyusul kemudian.

Sistem hibrid bagi model ini akan menggunakan bateri khas berprestasi tinggi yang dibangunkan oleh V4Drive GmbH, kini dikenali sebagai V4Smart—sebuah syarikat teknologi bateri yang telah diambil alih oleh Porsche. Bateri ini juga telah digunakan dalam model 911 GTS T-Hybrid, dan Porsche kini sedang memperluaskan kapasiti pengeluaran bateri ini bagi memenuhi permintaan untuk barisan 911 hibrid masa hadapan.

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Porsche is preparing to expand its 992.2-generation 911 lineup with the introduction of the new Turbo S variant, which is expected to debut later this year. The announcement was made by Porsche CEO Oliver Blume during the company’s half-year earnings briefing, marking a significant step in the brand’s transition towards electrified performance models.

The forthcoming Turbo S will adopt a hybrid powertrain, a move that aligns with earlier confirmations by former Chief Financial Officer Lutz Meschke in late 2024. The electrified setup signals Porsche’s intent to blend traditional performance with next-generation technology across its iconic 911 range. A standard Turbo model without the “S” badge is also anticipated to follow.

The hybrid system in the new 911 Turbo S will be powered by battery cells developed by V4Drive GmbH, a company Porsche acquired from the Varta AG Group earlier this year. V4Drive, which has since been rebranded as V4Smart, also supplies the cylindrical batteries used in the 911 GTS’s T-Hybrid system. These 1.9-kilowatt-hour battery packs are currently manufactured at facilities in Ellwangen and Nördlingen, with Porsche planning to expand the workforce to 375 employees across both locations to support growing production demands for hybrid 911 models.

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Porsche has introduced a striking new special edition of its iconic 911, paying tribute to the Porsche Club of America (PCA) as it marks its 70th anniversary. The latest iteration, dubbed the 911 Club Coupe, continues the tradition of exclusive, enthusiast-focused models dedicated to the world’s largest Porsche owners’ club, which was founded in 1955 by Bill Sholar.

Limited to just 70 examples, this celebratory model is based on the 911 Carrera T and will be sold across the United States and Canada. The car retains Porsche’s revered flat-six engine, tuned to deliver 388hp, paired exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox. Enhancing its sporting prowess, the 911 Club Coupe benefits from Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) Sport Suspension with a 10 mm lower ride height, along with a mechanical limited-slip differential and Porsche Torque Vectoring.

A significant highlight of the new model is its bespoke paint finish. Presented in Sholarbluemetallic—a refined metallic version of the Clubblau hue first introduced in 2015—the colour was developed through close collaboration between Style Porsche, Exclusive Manufaktur and the PCA over the course of 2023. This unique shade reinforces the model’s exclusivity and heritage.

Visually, the Club Coupe distinguishes itself with a SportDesign front fascia featuring red highlights and 20/21-inch RS Spyder wheels finished in Satin Black with Brilliant Silver accents. Subtle nods to the PCA’s signature palette continue with Brilliant Silver door logos, a matching rear 911 decal, and Guards Red grille slats inlays. Instead of the standard Vanadium Grey mirrors from the Carrera T, the Club Coupe’s are painted in body colour to elevate the design further. A special “70 Year PCA” badge mounted on the grille pays homage to the occasion.

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Porsche secara rasmi telah melancarkan tiga model baharu dalam rangkaian ikonik 911, iaitu Carrera 4S dalam varian coupé dan cabriolet, serta Targa 4S. Ketiga-tiga model ini hadir dengan sistem pacuan semua roda dan diletakkan tepat di bawah model berprestasi tinggi GTS, menjadikannya antara pilihan utama bagi mereka yang menginginkan keseimbangan antara prestasi, keselesaan dan cengkaman maksimum.

Dengan penambahan ini, Porsche kini menawarkan enam varian 911 dengan pacuan semua roda, mencerminkan permintaan tinggi dalam kalangan pembeli — khususnya dalam segmen ‘S’ — yang menghargai kelebihan cengkaman tambahan dalam pelbagai kondisi cuaca dan permukaan jalan.

Reka Bentuk dan Dinamik Pemanduan Ditingkatkan

Seperti biasa, Porsche mengekalkan susun atur berat sebelah belakang untuk memberikan pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih bertenaga. Sistem Pengurusan Traksi Porsche (PTM) akan mengagihkan tork secara pintar, menghantar kuasa ke gandar hadapan apabila diperlukan untuk kestabilan optimum. Sistem pacuan semua roda ini menggunakan klac yang dikawal secara elektromekanikal dan disejukkan dengan air, kini dengan nisbah gear yang telah disemak bagi kecekapan lebih tinggi.

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Porsche has unveiled three new additions to its 911 family, introducing the latest Carrera 4S in both coupé and cabriolet forms, alongside the Targa 4S. Positioned just below the high-performance GTS variants, the new models double the all-wheel-drive options available in the current 911 range, bringing the total to six. These additions not only enhance driving dynamics but also provide expanded standard equipment and greater customisation opportunities for enthusiasts.

The choice of all-wheel-drive models remains popular among Porsche buyers, particularly in the ‘S’ segment, where around half opt for the added traction benefits. Designed to inspire confidence in varying weather conditions and on demanding roads, the new 911 all-wheel-drive models retain a rear-biased layout. Porsche Traction Management (PTM) adjusts torque distribution as needed, sending more power to the front axle to maintain stability. The system continues to use an electromechanically controlled, water-cooled clutch assembly in the front differential, though the gear ratio has been slightly revised. Notably, the Targa body style remains exclusive to the all-wheel-drive configuration.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet

Beneath the surface, the new models share a reworked powertrain first seen in the updated Carrera S. The 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six engine now produces 480PS, delivering 30PS more than its predecessor. This increase is attributed to an improved intercooler setup, drawing inspiration from the 911 Turbo, which enables enhanced thermal efficiency and throttle response. Power is channelled to all four wheels via Porsche’s eight-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission.

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Porsche Malaysia, represented by Sime Darby Auto Performance, has announced the availability of the latest generation of the 911 sports car in Malaysia. The Porsche 911 Carrera and the Carrera 4 GTS can now be ordered, with prices starting from RM1,430,000.

Innovative Performance Hybrid for the 911 Carrera 4 GTS

The new 911 Carrera 4 GTS becomes the first street-legal 911 to feature a lightweight performance hybrid powertrain. The newly developed 3.6-litre system significantly enhances driving performance, allowing the model to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.0 seconds and achieve a top speed of 312 km/h. Meanwhile, the 911 Carrera retains its 3.0-litre twin-turbo boxer engine, now upgraded for greater power and efficiency.

Porsche engineers drew inspiration from motorsport to develop the T-Hybrid system for the Carrera 4 GTS. A newly designed electric exhaust gas turbocharger, equipped with an integrated electric motor, instantly boosts the turbocharger’s speed, ensuring immediate power delivery. The turbocharger also functions as a generator, generating up to 15PS of electric power from exhaust gases. Unlike previous models, which relied on two turbochargers, this new system operates efficiently with just one, providing a more dynamic and responsive experience.

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Jika anda peminat dunia automotif, nama Rauh-Welt Begriff (RWB) pastinya tidak asing lagi. Namun, bagi yang kurang mengenalinya, RWB ialah syarikat penalaan automotif dari Jepun yang mengkhusus dalam modifikasi model Porsche. Diasaskan oleh Akira Nakai pada tahun 1990-an, RWB dikenali dengan kit badan lebar yang tersendiri serta reka bentuk agresif yang diinspirasikan oleh perlumbaan.

Akira Nakai, seorang mekanik, telah mendapat pengiktirafan global kerana pendekatannya yang unik dalam mengubahsuai Porsche, terutamanya model 911 klasik. Setiap binaan RWB disesuaikan dengan cita rasa pemilik, sering kali menampilkan spatbor yang dibesarkan, roda khas dan kedudukan rendah yang menyerlah. Jenama ini memiliki pengikut yang setia dan dihargai kerana kesenian serta keperibadian tersendiri dalam dunia modifikasi automotif.

Pameran RWB Collective Malaysia

Kereta RWB jarang kelihatan di jalan raya kerana kebanyakan daripadanya disimpan sebagai koleksi peribadi atau dipamerkan dalam acara khas. Baru-baru ini, RWB Collective Malaysia telah memberikan peluang eksklusif kepada peminat untuk melihat lebih dekat beberapa model unik daripada koleksi mereka.

Bertempat di Tanamekar, Petaling Jaya, acara ini mempamerkan empat model RWB istimewa di Malaysia: Hyakka Ryoran, Yugata, Mirai Yosouzu, dan Yamato Nadeshiko. Meskipun bukan ciptaan baharu, model-model ini telah wujud sejak 2014 dan terus mendapat perhatian peminat automotif.

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Unless you have lived under a rock the whole time, you are most likely familiar with Rauh-Welt Begriff (RWB). But, just for the sake of it, let us refresh your memory. 

RWB, or Rauh-Welt Begriff, is a Japanese automotive tuning company specialising in Porsche models. Founded in the 1990s by Akira Nakai, RWB is renowned for its distinctive wide-body kits and aggressive, race-inspired designs. 

Nakai, a self-taught mechanic, gained global recognition for his unique approach to modifying Porsches, particularly older 911 models, blending Japanese craftsmanship with a raw, hand-built aesthetic. Each RWB build is tailored to the owner’s preferences, often featuring exaggerated fenders, custom wheels, and a lowered stance. The brand has a cult following and is celebrated for its artistry and individuality in the automotive world.

You will not simply see any of these on the roads because of how unique they are. Most are kept as showpieces or only displayed during car exhibitions. Recently, RWB Collective Malaysia allowed us to get up close and personal with a few of the models from their collection. 

Hosted at Tanamekar, PJ, RWB Collective showcased four unique models that are for Malaysia starting with the Hyakka Ryoran, Yugata, Mirai Yosouzu and finally the Yamato Nadeshiko. These are not new creations as they have been around since 2014.

The Hyakka Ryoran

The Hyakka Ryoran, based on the Porsche 993, is the fourth RWB in Malaysia. This was completed by Akira Nakai in 2015 and the name translates to “ A Profusion of Flowers,” which symbolises beauty and elegance. 

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Porsche telah memperkenalkan 2025 911 Carrera S, model terkini yang memperkukuh reputasi ikonik siri 911. Model ini berada di antara 911 Carrera dan Carrera GTS T-Hybrid, menawarkan peningkatan prestasi dan ciri standard yang dipertingkatkan. Tersedia dalam varian Coupe dan Cabriolet, Carrera S 2025 menggabungkan kesukanan dengan kecanggihan yang tiada tandingan.

Enjin Boxer 3.0 Liter: Kuasa Diperbaharui

911 Carrera S dikuasakan oleh enjin boxer enam silinder pengecas turbo berkembar 3.0 liter yang telah dinaik taraf. Dengan output 480PS dan tork 530Nm, model ini menghasilkan tambahan 30PS berbanding generasi sebelumnya.

  • Peningkatan Prestasi:
    • 0-100 km/j dalam 3.3 saat.
    • Kelajuan maksimum: 308 km/j.

Porsche memperkenalkan pengecas turbo baharu dan sistem penyejukan cas-udara yang dioptimumkan, memastikan keseimbangan antara kuasa tinggi dan kecekapan bahan api. Kuasa dihantar melalui Porsche dual-clutch (PDK) 8-kelajuan.

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