Techart unveiled today its latest tuning program for the latest Porsche 911 Carrera S/4S which promises to combine perfect styling, sportiness and dynamism.

According to the German tuning company, the new kit includes a new ECU software as well as a new “Racing” flap-controlled exhaust system which comes with two stainless steel racing headers, a sports catalytic converter, rear muffler with exhaust flap, an exhaust flap control unit and twin oval tailpipes in high-gloss or black chrome. Continued after the jump!

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According to the latest reports from the German magazine Autobild, it seems that Porsche is currently working on a new 911. The new car will not be just a number change, like the 996 and 997! It appears that we will see a brand new vehicle vehicle that will make its official debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Autobild says that the new model will not bring Targa, Turbo Cabrio, GT2 or Speedster versions although there are chances to see them if the German manufacturer will receive many requests for these type of cars. Regarding the design of the new car, this will show radically different proportions: the front of the car will be shorter while the rear will be extended with 100 mm, but don’t expect too much, because Porsche still wants to keep the legendary shape. In the first two years we will see just Carrera 2/4 and Carrera 2S/4S versions which will carry the following engines: the standard version will be powered by a 3.4-liter boxer engine capable to deliver 350 hp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm while the S version will carry a 3.8-liter engine which will deliver 400 hp and around 440 Nm of torque. More details to be revealed!

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In a recent interview with Autocar, new boss Michael Macht admitted that Porsche is prepared to share the Panamera and 911 platforms with other brands from the Volkswagen Group. “Porsche needs to become a strong pillar of VW, as well as having its own production and research and development capabilities. It is important to 
use synergies as well as having independence,” said Macht.

Apart from the Cayenne’s V6, Porsche will not use other engines from Vw because the engine development is a core value for the German manufacturer, according to Macht sayings. As you may know already Porsche is also thinking of its first electric car, but this is currently far away because it appears that the current rechnology doesn’t fit with Porsche requirements. The technology used by the Audi e-Tron Concept could be the solution. Anyway, it appears that when the technology will be available, the Panamera could become thr first Porsche platform to go electric!

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All we know for sure is that Porsche will make an electric sports car but the carmaker has not confirmed whether a rumor that it will be version of the 911 is true. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Porsche’s new president and CEO, Michael Macht, did not reveal which model it would be. Macht said however, that the electric sports car has to meet the high performance standards of the Porsche brand.

Given the impressive statistics of the SLS eDrive, an electric Porsche should accomplish that. Macht also said that the company is aiming for its electric vehicle to offer a range similar to that of current sports cars. Currently, battery technology doesn’t yet meet Porsche’s strict requirements but that its engineers are already working hard on this challenge. Macht said that within a few years from today, Porsche will take the first step to build an electric car by introducing a Cayenne and Panamera hybrid. If you remember, it was Ferdinand Porsche who built the first fully functioning hybrid car 109 years ago. Macht was unable to give a production date but he didn’t rule out the possibility of a 911 hybrid as a stopgap solution.

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This is Porsche’s limited edition 911 Sport Classic, a car that’s said to steal heavily from the iconic rear-engined sports car. Only 250 units of this car will be built. It is fitted with a ‘ducktail’ spoiler made famous by the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 and ‘Fuchs-style’ custom-made alloy wheels from the same era.

It also has a ‘double bubble’ roof that echoes both classic racing cars and the recent Carrera GT supercar. To improve aerodynamics, a new front spoiler was installed to help balance with the rear wing. The bi-xenon headlamps with black surrounds are reminiscent of the famous Porsche racing cars such as the 911 Turbo RSR from 1974. Due to a new intake, an engine management system, and modified cylinder heads, the 3.8-liter engine in the Sport Classic is boosted to 402bhp. The car also boasts of the new, variable-resonance intake system, featuring six vacuum-controlled flaps, which allows the engine to switch a more power-oriented and a more torque-oriented geometry. If you want to see the video with the 911 Sport Classic, then go here! More photos after the jump!

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Yesterday, we showed you the brand new 2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic which incorporates the iconic ‘ducktail’ rear spoiler reminiscent of that made famous by the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 and iconic ‘Fuchs-style’ design of the special custom-made alloy wheels.

The new car comes with a 3.8-litre six-cylinder horizontally-opposed power unit developing 408 hp capable to push the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.6 seconds while the top speed is limited at 187 mph (302 km/h). Fuel consumption in the New European Driving Cycle is expected to reach 26.6 mpg (10.6 ltr/100 km). The new 911 Sport Classic comes with a price tag of €169,300 without value-added tax and national specifications! Enough with the talks now, see the video after the jump!

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Porsche uncovered today the new 911 Sport Classic, a new model that brings back the tradition of exclusive small series built in very small numbers, which will make its officially presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show and built in a very limited series of just 250 cars.

Developed for about three years, the new vehicle reveals for the first time the newly developed double-dome roof. But this is not all: the car, based on the rear-wheel-drive Carrera S shows a wider rear body with up by 44 millimetres or 1.73″ and wider track on the rear axle. What is really interesting is the striking SportDesign front apron with its unique spoiler lip and the return of the legendary ducktail showed for the first time on the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7. More details after the jump!

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To those who thought Porsche 911 could never have a hybrid or all-electric version, think again. Porsche’s Wolfgang Durheimer has toyed with the idea and never actually ruled it out but still there are no confirmed plans of production. These latest spy shots reveal that the Porsche 911 prototype is sporting a suspicious bulge on the front hood.

On this bulge is an electric flash sticker that could just be the confirmation we’ve all been waiting for. In place of the Porsche badge is a Batman symbol. According to photographers on this shoot, the prototype was running very quietly for a 911. Hybrid versions to the Cayenne and the Panamera are coming up soon so it’s not a huge leap for our imagination that the 911 model will be transforming too. With new limits to CO2 and fuel-economy regulations around the globe, the Porsche 911 all-electric model isn’t so unusual after all.

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Porsche is coming up with a “very limited edition” 911 Carrera Supersport (possibly named Sport Classic in the US) to be bared next year. Released in 1984, the original Supersport was a regular 911 with some of the 911 Turbo model’s cosmetic and performance enhancements, such as the Turbo tail, suspension, and brakes. The 2010 model will take a current 2S model wearing the 4S widebody flanks, GT3-style front and rear bumpers, a double-bubble roof, and supposedly a ducktail spoiler reminiscent of the 2.7 RS. Powering the car is an engine boosted by Porsche’s factory powerkit increasing its top speed and horsepower. Brown leather will be the interior’s theme while wheels will be up-to-date variations on the classic Fuchs units. Pricing is estimated to be £135,000 ($220,000 U.S.).

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Are you in the mood to try ultimate supercar also known as RUF’s new Porsche 911 RT12 S sports car? Well, you have the chance now! RUF, the Germany-based car builder, hid Porsche’s refined biturbo boxer engine, creating 685 hp and 880 Nm of torque and tweaked the car’s aerodynamics to sustain speeds of up to 360 km/h (224 mph).

A roll cage was also integrated in the ceiling and sports seats as well a steering wheel with maximum grip were provided. You don’t want to swing around while navigating those curves. The exterior kit includes a carbon rear spoiler with tearing edge, air ducts fitted in the widened rear fenders and RUF CTR3 exterior mirrors. Observe as onlookers get hypnotized with your forged 19-inch light alloy wheels spinning in high speed. RUF also provides separate LED alternative lamps for the position light and the turn signals. If you want to add your personal touch to the Rt12, just inform your RUF agent as the company can provide on-demand varnish, aluminum or carbon applications. Price for the Rt12 S starts at 255,900 euro, VAT excluded. It is available in either rear or four-wheel drive.

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