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27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Porsche Will Upset Competitors With These Records Set at Road Atlanta
Record-setting performance from stock cars In true Porsche fashion, the German automaker has set two more lap records, this time at Road Atlanta. The Cayenne Turbo GT set the benchmark for performance SUVs with a lap time of 1:34.32 minutes, while the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid set a time of 1:30.98, besting the previous Panamera Turbo S. Patrick Long, the Porsche pro-driver and brand ambassador who already set the production EV lap record in the Taycan Turbo GT, was behind the wheel of both cars when the records were set. The Cayenne Turbo GT is a special beast, as it carries the same rear seat room and cargo space as the other Cayenne Coupe variants, but adds a twin-turbo V8 that produces 650 hp. Underneath, the suspension sports unique hub carriers and an additional center differential cooler. 'The Cayenne is so interesting because it's full of contradictions about what a sports car can be. You have to remember that it's a full-size SUV with a center of gravity and ride height to match, but it's way more agile than you think, and the V8 sound, suspension calibration, and sticky tires make the car so maneuverable and responsive,' said Long. On the other hand, the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid uses a twin-turbo V8, making 621 hp alongside a powerful hybrid system for a combined 771 hp. The car sits on carbon ceramic brakes, an active hydraulic suspension system, and track-focused Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 performance tires developed and homologated specifically for the Panamera. Both cars were completely stock, with 39 psi of front pressure and 38 psi of rear pressure for the Cayenne Turbo GT, and 37 psi of front and rear pressure for the Panamera. 'The new generation Panamera is so much more seamless in the regen and boost transition, it makes it very easy to get right up to the edge. When you think about how much braking is part of high-performance driving, the fact that you can make energy for acceleration while improving stopping power is such a positive attribute, and one that you can use both on and off the track,' Long said. This isn't Porsche's first record-setting rodeo Back on May 28, 2025, the Taycan Turbo GT set a new production EV lap record at Road Atlanta of 1:27.15 minutes. Much like the Cayenne and Panamera, the Taycan was also in stock condition. Five years earlier, a Taycan Turbo S went around Road Atlanta in 1:33.88, showing a pretty impressive improvement from Porsche. 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT — Source: Porsche Final thoughts Creating supercars whose looks match their impressive performance figures is nothing new. Creating factory sleepers, on the other hand, is something that should be celebrated, regardless of what automaker they come from. The fact that you can take either the Cayenne or the Panamera to do your errands around town in the morning and set lap records in the afternoon will never cease to amaze me. It seems the old adage of 'Win on Sunday, Sell on Monday' still holds true with Porsche. About the Author Gabriel Ionica View Profile
Associated Press
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Three powertrains, three benchmark times: Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and Cayenne Turbo GT Set Lap Records at Road Atlanta
Atlanta., June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fifteen years ago, Porsche entered an experimental 911 GT3 R Hybrid, a modified 911 GT3 R equipped with a flywheel-based hybrid system and two electric motors, one for each front wheel, into the 24-hour endurance race at the Nürburgring – the first time for a hybrid Porsche to compete in the race. In the fall of 2010, the car participated in the 13th annual running of the Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta. Though it was not in contention to win the race (because it was in its own GTH experimental class), it thoroughly expanded the definition of what performance could look like and brought valuable development insights from the racetrack that were then transferred to road-going models such as the 918 Spyder. Today, Porsche offers a greater breadth of powertrain choices than ever before, featuring pure combustion engines, plug-in-hybrids and fully electric vehicles – part of a commitment to customer choice. Having already set the production EV lap record in the Taycan Turbo GT at Road Atlanta, Porsche pro-driver and brand ambassador, Patrick Long set out in the Cayenne Turbo GT and Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid to prove that no matter the powertrain, Porsche-typical performance is alive and well in every model. The Cayenne Turbo GT While the Cayenne is known for its practicality and everyday usability, drivers of Cayenne models have fallen in love with its dynamics and how it makes drivers feel behind the wheel. On the top-step of that model line is the Cayenne Turbo GT, a high-performance SUV that shares the same ample rear seat room and cargo space as all other Cayenne Coupe variants, but adds a potent twin-turbo V8 that produces 650 hp. With updates to the suspension that includes unique hub-carriers that optimize the kinematics and an additional center differential cooler to make sure all-wheel-drive performance stays consistent during high-performance driving. Under Long's careful guidance, the Cayenne Turbo GT was able to set a benchmark SUV lap time at Road Atlanta of 1:34.38. 'The Cayenne is so interesting because its full of contradictions about what a sports car can be,' said Long. 'You have to remember that it's a full-size SUV with a center of gravity and ride height to match, but it's way more agile than you think, and the V8 sound, suspension calibration and sticky tires make the car so maneuverable and responsive.' The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid The previous sedan lap record of 1:31.51 at Road Atlanta came from the 2021 Panamera Turbo S. Combining a soulful 621 hp twin-turbo V8 with carbon ceramic brakes and track-focused Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 performance tires, the top-model Panamera typified the no-compromise sports car approach of Porsche. With the new generation Panamera, the breadth of capability was expanded even further. For the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid variant, that meant the inclusion of Active Ride, an active hydraulic suspension system that ensures the tire contact patch and body are optimally positioned throughout the lap, and a powerful hybrid system generating up to 771 hp in combination with the twin-turbo V8. With Long's expert direction, the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid bested the lap set by the previous generation car with a time of 1:30.98 minutes. Said Long after his stint, 'The new generation Panamera is so much more seamless in the regen and boost transition, it makes it very easy to get right up to the edge.' He continues, 'When you think about how much braking is part of high-performance driving, the fact you can make energy for acceleration while improving stopping power is such a positive attribute, and one that you can use both on and off the track.' The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is the most recent in a long line of Porsche hybrid models that Long has driven, with the 911 GT3 R Hybrid being the first. Says Long, 'I feel fortunate to have worked with Motorsports during the GT3 R Hybrid program. We learned about how to optimally use the electric power not only for more acceleration and braking, but it was the forefront to torque vectoring. That combination of functions and capabilities was a huge unfair advantage on the track, and I love seeing it now on the street.' Background The Cayenne Turbo GT and Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid lap records join the Taycan Turbo GT lap record, which was set on May 28, 2025, with continuously changing weather conditions. At the time of the record run, the conditions were in the mid 70's, with moderate cloud cover, and winds 3-5 mph from the North. Persistent rain in the morning meant track conditions would not be ideal, but thanks to a break in the clouds and a consistent breeze from the North, the track ended up patchy damp in some spots, but mostly dry during the runs. The Algarve Blue Metallic Cayenne Turbo GT was a stock production car equipped with Pirelli P Zero Corsa PZC4 NC0 tires that come as standard and set with a starting pressure of 39 psi front, 38 psi rear. It features the GT Interior Package with Deep Sea Blue deviated stitching. The Oak Green Metallic Neo Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid was also a stock production car equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 ND1 tires developed and homologated specifically for the car set with a starting pressure of 37 psi front/rear. It features Club Leather interior in Espresso, Sport Exhaust with tailpipes in Dark Bronze, as well as numerous comfort options, such as eight-way power rear seats with power sunblind's for the rear compartment and side windows, ventilated seats front and rear, and Premium Package. Attachment Calvin Kim Porsche Cars North America, Inc. +1.404.769.7385 [email protected] Frank Wiesmann Porsche Cars North America, Inc. +1.404.539.5031 [email protected]
Motor 1
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Porsche Can't Stop, Won't Stop Breaking Lap Records at Road Atlanta
When Porsche went to Road Atlanta to set an EV lap record with the Taycan Turbo GT , it brought a couple other cars along. Again with factory driver Patrick Long at the wheel, the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid set a record for gas-powered sedans, and the Cayenne Turbo GT set a record for SUVs around the Rome, Georgia track. The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid set a 1:30.98 on a mostly dry track with some damp spots, going a little over a half-second quicker than the old, non-hybrid Panamera Turbo S. Porsche fit the car with its most aggressive tire option, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2, and let Long loose. Obviously, this new hybrid has a lot more power than the old Turbo S: 771 horsepower vs 620 horses. But another key advantage is Porsche Active Ride. This active suspension system keeps the body level in all scenarios, and helps distribute grip more evenly between all four tires. Long also praised Porsche's improvements in hybrid-system calibration, saying it's "so much more seamless in the regen and boost transition, it makes it very easy to get right up to the edge." Photo by: Porsche Photo by: Porsche The Cayenne Turbo GT didn't have a predecessor to benchmark, and the new model isn't too different from the old one, save for some suspension tweaks and an additional differential cooler. This car was fit Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires, its most aggressive rubber option. Long set at 1:34.32, which is impressively close to the Panamera considering its higher ride height, lower power output—650 hp—and no active suspension system. Of course, both are a ways off the 1:27.15 of the Taycan Turbo GT, but you'd expect that given the EV has over 1,000 horsepower. But, Porsche does not hold the outright road-car lap record at Road Atlanta; that honor goes to the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, which recently set a blistering 1:22.8 around the track. You can bet Porsche will gun for that record when the new GT2 RS arrives. More on Porsche The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Just Set Another Lap Record 963 RSP Revealed: Meet Porsche's Street-Legal Le Mans Hypercar Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Gallery: Porsche Road Atlanta Record Setters 44 Source: Porsche Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Hindustan Times
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT sets new benchmark at Yas Marina F1 Grand Prix circuit
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT has set the first official production SUV lap record at Yas Marina Circuit. Check Offers The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT has officially set a new benchmark at the Yas Marina Circuit, becoming the fastest production SUV to lap the iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix layout. Piloted by racing driver Ramez Azzam, the high-performance SUV clocked a lap time of 2:14.046 around the 5.281-kilometre track. This lap marks the first time a production SUV record has been formally recognised at the venue, setting a precedent for future time trials under strict motorsport regulations. The record-setting run took place under a newly introduced, officially sanctioned format, jointly developed by Yas Marina Circuit and the Emirates Motorsport Organisation (EMSO). The official lap record procedure included pre-run scrutineering to ensure showroom specification, a 60-minute practice session, and a 45-minute qualifying window in which the lap time had to be set. Also Read : Porsche 911 Spirit 70 unveiled at Shanghai Auto Show as homage to the '70s era The Cayenne Turbo GT lap reinforced its reputation as not just a luxury SUV, but a track performer too, keeping up an average speed of 141.83 kmph. The record-setting session took place from 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm under ambient conditions of 27.6 degrees Celsius air temperature, 39.1 degrees Celsius track temperature and 61.7 per cent humidity. Wind speeds were calm at 1.4 kmph. Ramez Azzam, who recently won the GT4 class at the Dubai 24 Hours, praised the Cayenne Turbo GT's handling prowess, saying, 'The power and sound of the engine is impressive, but what sets the Cayenne Turbo GT apart is its braking and handling. For a car of this size to remain so composed through corners is remarkable. I could push it hard and still feel completely in control." Also Read : Porsche adjusts electrification strategy with job cuts and lower sales targets Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT: Specifications The Cayenne Turbo GT is powered by Porsche's most powerful 4.0-litre V8 engine, producing 650 bhp at 6,800 rpm and 850 Nm of max torque paired with an eight-speed Tiptronic S transmission. The SUV in this spec gets performance enhancements such as Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), Active Rear Wheel Steering and Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) as standard. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 21 May 2025, 17:57 PM IST
IOL News
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
WATCH: Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT sets new record at Yas Marina Circuit
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT fastest production SUV Yas Marina Circuit performance SUV luxury SUVs automotive news The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT continues to impress with its speed and is now officially the fastest production SUV around the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi with a time of 2:14.046. Gold standard As a reminder, the pre-facelifted Cayenne Turbo GT held the record for the fastest lap around the Nürburgring, generally accepted as the gold standard, with 7:38.926 for a few years until the Audi RS Q8 came along last year in a time of 7:36.698. New format The record was set in an officially sanctioned event, the first time that the Yas Marina Circuit and Emirates Motorsport Organisation (EMSO) have combined to conduct a newly established format for officially recognised production car lap records. Piloting the performance SUV was Ramez Azzam, winner of the GT4 class in this year's Dubai 24 Hours, with an average speed of 141.83km/h around the 5.281-kilometre track.
