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Imagine if you could combine the characteristics of the greatest 911s to create your perfect Porsche. That was Hal Walter's vision and--two years and 6,000 hours later--the European RS is [...]

Had I been a car journalist 36 years ago, I'd probably have sat on this same pinstriped seat. I would have travelled to Porsche GB's new office in Calcot, near [...]

After the giddy heights of the 1973 Carrera 2.7 RS, Porsche entered the following year on much shakier ground. The oil crisis was deepening, sales had plunged by 40 per [...]

Porsche's website calls the 997 'a fusion of classic and modern'. With 20 years of hindsight, that description seems more apt than ever. If the 996 was a radical reinvention, [...]

We're a Porsche magazine, but permit me to go briefly off-brand. Being a spoiled motoring journalist, I spent the days leading up to this GT2 twin test driving a Ferrari [...]

France's third-largest city is closed to cars. A quixotic quartet of 911s is lined up outside our hotel in Lyon--causing feverish excitement among local supercar spotters--but we can't drive them [...]

When we drove Everrati's restomod 964 two years ago (Total 911, issue 207), the idea of an electrified 911 seemed deeply divisive. Since then, registrations of new electric cars have [...]

Until the Carrera 2.7 RS debuted in 1973, the S was the flagship of the 911 range. Launched in 1968 (for Europe only--Americans had to make do with the similar [...]

The molten orange sun hangs low in the winter sky casting long shadows that will soon stretch into darkness. Photographers call this time between daytime and dusk the Golden Hour, [...]

Scottsdale, Arizona is the unlikely epicentre of America's car culture. For 50 years it's hosted the week-long Barrett-Jackson Auto Show, which regularly sees around 1,700 classic cars up for auction. [...]

Andreas Preuninger often reminisces about the white and blue Carrera 2.7 RS that occupied his bedroom wall. For me, being a few years younger than the head of Porsche's GT [...]

The article focuses on the creation of the Thornley Kelham European RS, a bespoke Porsche 911 developed through an extensive collaboration between Hal Walter and Thornley Kelham. Topics include the meticulous design and restoration process of the vehicle, the combination of features from iconic 911 models, and the car's performance and customization options.

The early 1990s was something of a purple patch for performance cars. In 1989, Nissan launched the third-generation (R32) Skyline GT-R, a turbocharged giant-killer packed with motorsport hardware. A year [...]

Air or water cooled, naturally aspirated or turbocharged, a flat six engine has been the beating heart of our favourite sports car since 1964. Transplant it for an electric motor [...]

The article reviews the Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport, highlighting its lightweight design and driver-focused features, tracing its lineage from the original 2.7 RS to the 964 RS, showcasing its enduring appeal and performance.

This article explores the growing trend of embracing analog technology in the automotive industry. It discusses how some elite manufacturers and restorers are focusing on analog features to create a sense of exclusivity and collectibility. The article highlights various examples of luxury vehicles, such as the Pagani Utopia hypercar, the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, the Bentley Flying Spur Speed sedan, and the Lamborghini Revuelto supercar. It also mentions other vehicles like the Bizzarrini 5300 GT Corsa Revival continuation car, the MG 1957 EX181 show car, the Singer Vehicle Design Porsche 964, the McLaren 750S Spider, the Aston Martin DB12 Super Tourer, the Becker Automotive Design Cadillac Escalade ESV, the Porsche 911 S/T, the Bentley Batur, the Rolls-Royce Spectre, and the Ducati Multistrada V4 RS motorcycle. Each vehicle offers unique features and customization options for discerning buyers. [Extracted from the article]

The latest EV hypercars use electric motors in each wheel for slingshot four-wheel-drive traction. But Ferdinand Porsche pioneered the technology more than a century ago. The Lohner-Porsche 'Mixte' (as seen [...]

The article focuses on comparing the 996 and 997 GT2 models, examining their specifications, driving experiences, and investment potential. It discusses their origins in motorsport, visual differences, driving dynamics, and technological advancements, highlighting how they offer distinct driving experiences and appeal to enthusiasts.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of a road trip through France in various Porsche 911 models, including the Carrera T, Turbo S, Dakar, and GT3 RS.

Following Ferrari's lead, Aston Martin has introduced an arsenal of chassis † technology, including a Bosch six-axis motion sensor and an electronic rear differential. And as far as functionality, this is Aston Martin's first truly connected car, boasting over-theair software updates, real-time route calculation, and its own smartphone app, alongside wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto availability. DEPARTMENTS DREAM MACHINES More than two centuries after French emperor Bonaparte's ill-fated advance from the Côte d'Azur to Waterloo, the impact of British firepower is once again reverberating through the region - this time in the form of the new Aston Martin DB12 bombing along Europe's Route Napoléon. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the resurgence of coachbuilding in the automotive industry. It highlights three companies that are shaping this new era of custom bodywork: Icon 4x4, Bentley Mulliner, and Thornley Kelham. Icon 4x4, founded by Jonathan Ward, specializes in meticulously restored Toyota Land Cruisers and other vintage cars. Bentley Mulliner, known for its personal touches on Bentley vehicles, also produces limited edition models like the Batur coupe. Thornley Kelham, a UK-based atelier, focuses on restoring and modifying classic cars using traditional methods and modern technology. The article emphasizes the craftsmanship and creativity involved in coachbuilding. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Cegga 002/60, a tribute car to the Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. The original car had a unique history, being raced, wrecked, rebuilt, and then sold and converted back to its original state. Former English rugby star David Cooke recreated the car using technical drawings and period photos provided by the original owners. The replica car has been successful in historic racing events and recently sold for nearly $865,000. The article also provides tips for driving and maintaining classic Ferraris. [Extracted from the article]

Shifting to Neutral After decades of fits and starts, electric vehicles are now squarely in the automotive firmament, with even the combustion-loving likes of Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Lamborghini embracing a battery-powered future. While both cars are essentially identical from the waist down, the Spider is characterized by Ferrari's signature retractable hardtop architecture: In seconds, the car transforms into a stunning convertible whose futuristic exterior reflects Ferrari's racing heritage. The motorsport-derived convertible, which takes its LT appellation and profile from the Le Mans-winning McLaren F1 GTR "Longtail", shares the same carbon-fiber monocoque chassis and 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 as the 720S Spider, a contender in Robb Report's 2022 Car of the Year. From $136,700 (coupe) or $149,500 (convertible) HYPERCAR RIMAC Nevera The Rimac Nevera isn't just the best hypercar we drove over the past 12 months; it's a vehicle that permanently redefines the class in terms of what we should expect from this rarest and most extreme breed of automobile. [Extracted from the article]

Nearly 40 years after pro racer Ray Mallock founded the company, its new Short Wheelbase is the first car to wear an RML badge. No matter how great the car, the biggest hurdle Ferrari may need to clear is the perception that its latest release is the result of procrastination, with the marque having vacillated on its messaging regarding pure EVs. DEPARTMENTS DREAM MACHINES Surely, the thinking always went, a Ferrari that rolled off the line with a V-6 engine, a power plant common in Camrys and Kias, would signal the end times for Maranello. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the study of impact of climate change on the irrigation requirements of vineyards. Topics include reduction in winter rainfall due to climate change may effect vineyards, analyzing the relationship between maximal crop evapotranspiration and reference evapotranspiration by FAO-56 model, and impact of rising temperatures on crop water requirements.