When it comes to buying a car, the first thing we notice is the overall appearance and that appearance quickly becomes a negotiating tool. Not surprisingly, we’re less inclined to pay ‘top dollar’ for a vehicle that cosmetically looks less appealing than we would for a car that is pristine. Booking the car in for […]
Ceramic coatings are the leading choice for car care enthusiasts when it comes to providing their vehicle with lasting protection. The key to their popularity lies in their efficacy and this is largely thanks to nanochemistry. The molecules involved have a large surface area compared to their internal volume. As such, they are significantly more […]
In an age where the car buying population and the manufacturers who service them are embracing technology’s increasing role in the driving experience, Porsche has introduced a car designed to remind us what the immersive driving experience is all about. Enter the second generation 991 GT3 RS. The first generation 991 GT3 RS was a […]
Some car manufacturers envision an all-electric future, but with the release of the Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid (PTSEH), Porsche seems to have planted its feet firmly in the hybrid camp. Taking the plug-in tech used in the 918 Spyder hyper car, Porsche’s range-topping Turbo S e-Hybrid is their response to Tesla, delivering a passenger car that combines […]
It would be fair to say that when it comes to model options, Porsche has a comprehensive range, from track-eating monsters to more comfortable and practical iterations. However, for many looking for that Porsche driver’s smile, the sweet spot comes in the form of the 911 GTS, a sports car tuned to deliver thrilling performance […]
In 1960, a silver Porsche Type 718 RS 60 Spyder won its first overall victory in the 12 Hours of Sebring race. A surprise victory for the 718, thought to be out-powered and outclassed by the competition, the result gave rise to Porsche’s reputation as a ‘Giant Killer’. It is just this type of win […]
When it comes to protecting a new car, often only the paintwork is taken into consideration. After all, the paintwork is the most immediately obvious aspect of a vehicle. Increasingly, car owners are aware that poor wash techniques, contact with hedges and bushes, exposure to UV, environmental and industrial fallout and general wear and tear […]
With the Macan GTS, Porsche has once more taken inspiration from the racetrack and made it practical enough for the road. Practical, but once behind the wheel it’s immediately obvious the Macan GTS is anything but ordinary! The 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine produces 0-100km/h (0-62mph) 5.2 seconds and 265 kW (360 hp) at 6,000 along […]
New Car Protection requires that new cars, by definition, are in an ‘as new’ condition cosmetically. However, unfortunately, experience has shown this is not always the case. Whilst on the surface, the paintwork may look shiny, closer inspection can reveal holograms and even sanding marks, the result of hurried factory finishing, plus swirls and scratches […]
New Car Protection Treatments have been growing in popularity as the phenomenon of the ‘ceramic coating’ has become increasingly widely known. Based on nanotechnology, ceramic coatings are inherently tough as their molecules have a small volume compared to their surface ratio. They use chemical bonds to deliver a level of permanent protection not provided by […]