Porsche recently introduced an all new Cayman. Featuring an all new, and 40% stiffer than the first generation, chassis and new design, we were expecting it to be a softer version of the first Cayman. Thankfully Mr. Sutcliffe proves us quite wrong in the above video, in which he fells in love with the new Cayman, and especially the PDK transmission. He is full of praise for the torque vectoring system, as well as the engine of the S version.

Watch him in the video explaining his opinion in detail while powersliding a yellow Cayman S. You can also join our discussion about the new Cayman in our official thread (here).

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Porsche just announced a new power upgrade and a new series of personalisation products for the 911 Carrera S. To begin with, the power of the 3.8l boxer engine is increased to 430 hp (316 kW) from 400 hp (294 kW), which results in only 4 seconds for the zero to 100 km/h with PDK in Sport Plus mode. The top speed is also increased to 306 km/h with PDK and to 308 km/h with a seven-speed manual gearbox, yet the fuel consumption figures remain unchanged.

These enhancements of the Carrera S’es performance are a result of small changes to the electronic engine management system and special cylinder heads with different camshafts and an entirely new variable resonance intake system design with six air flaps and a resonance flap. An additional radiator is installed to prevent overheating and a new sport exhaust system that is equipped with two sets of twin tailpipes guarantees an amazing sound.

As far as the visual upgrades are concerned, the new front apron features the air intakes from the Sport Design package is combined with a fixed rear spoiler in legendary “ducktail” form. The Aerokit Cup offeres an additional fixed rear wing over the rear spoiler and a special front spoiler lip with additional air intakes. The titanium coloured engine cover with carbon inlays serves as a trademark of the Powerkit

For more details, click “more” for Porsche’s press release and photo gallery.

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After the first photos of the 991 911 Carrera 4 leaked to the web, the official press release was released today. So, Porsche just announced another generation of 911 with the excellent rear biased PTM, Porsche Traction Management, the brand’s active all wheel drive system. The new AWD 911 is launched in four versions, the Carrera 4 and 4S in either Coupe or Cabrio form. Design, suspension, engines and gearboxes are shared with the RWD version, with the only difference being the, widened by 44mm, rear section (rear wheels housings) and the 10mm wider rear tyres.

All Carrera 4 and 4S come with the 7 speed manual gearbox as standard, with the PDK being available as an option. According to Porsche the 350hp 911 Carrera 4 Coupe has a 0-100km/h of 4.5sec, compared to the 4.1sec of the 400hp Carrera 4S. The Carrera 4 and 4s will make their public debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, with sales starting towards the end of this year.

Prices in Germany are 97,557 euros for the 911 Carrera 4 Coupé and 110,290 euros for the Cabriolet. The 911 Carrera 4 S costs 112,313 euros as a Coupé and 125,046 euros as a Cabriolet.

Check the full press release and image gallery after the jump. You can also visit Porsche’s mini site here: Porsche mini site

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More power for the 911 Carrera S and new personalisation products

Stuttgart. For its exceptionally performance-oriented customers, Porsche Exclusive now offers a new power enhancement kit developed for the 911 Carrera S. It focuses specifically on the dynamic properties of the sports car. It boosts the power of the 3.8-litre boxer engine from 400 hp (294 kW) to 430 hp (316 kW), producing even better driving performance. Thanks to this Powerkit, the 911 Carrera S Coupé only needs 4.0 seconds to sprint from zero to 100 km/h with PDK in Sport Plus mode. The kit also increases the top speed by four km/h: to 306 km/h with PDK and to 308 km/h with a seven-speed manual gearbox. However, the enhanced power has not affected fuel economy: fuel consumption values in the NEDC are unchanged despite a power increase of over seven per cent.

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Stuttgart. At 48, the Porsche 911 Carrera is younger than ever: The completely redesigned generation of the sports car icon is stepping into the limelight with its flat, stretched silhouette, exciting contours and precisely designed details, yet from the very first glance it remains unmistakably a 911. True to the 911 tradition, the distinctive Porsche design language with its tendons and muscles exudes power and elegance.

The 100 millimetre (~ 3.9 inches) longer wheelbase and reduced height combined with the up to 20-inch wheels underpin the athletic appearance. At the same time, the typical sports car compact exterior dimensions were retained. Seen from the front, the eye is drawn to the 911’s trademark wide-arched wings. They emphasise the wider front track, so that the new 911 Carrera models sit even more solidly on the road. The remodelled exterior mirrors are accommodated on the upper edge of the door and not as before on the mirror triangle. Not only is this aerodynamically advantageous, it also emphasises the new design line and visual impression of width.

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