June / July 2010

Editorial

Take a Look at a Trailblazing View

Here it is, a view of one of the automotive world’s most exciting control panels. It may be a concept for the future of sports-car design—though the steering wheel, instruments, and controls are all very real. Take a seat in the cockpit of the 918 Spyder.

The 918 Spyder Makes News All Over the World

Porsche 918 Spyder – the Eco-Superporsche.

Trail Blazing

Driving pleasure, efficiency, and versatility are by no means mutually exclusive—as shown on this exciting tour with the new Cayenne.

The Energy Bar

Hybrid means more: This essay by Wolfgang Peters presents an insightful view of tomorrow’s intelligent alternative drive systems.

To the Four Corners of the Earth

The Panamera explores the world stage—unique as always wherever it goes. Impressions from appearances of the fourth dimension.

The Day of Truth

A journey in time with Hans Herrmann, who drove to Porsche’s first overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans forty years ago in a 917 K.

Hong Kong – City of Light

Hong Kong has a special radiance at night—we visit this shining light among the metropolises of Asia.

Focus On Technology Fresh Breeze

The special features exist in the details, so it is worth taking a closer look—especially at the 918 Spyder concept car. Its striking features include what are known as ram-air intakes above the V8 mid-engine. Dr. Gernot Döllner, the 918’s project director, tells us more.

News: New to the Board