298-Mile Thrill, Vintage Face-Off, BMW Insider, and Is Luft mainstream? | 221
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Introduction:
- Greetings and thanks to the listeners for tuning in.
Segment 1: Macan EV Real World Test:
- Macan EV tested in the real world, achieving 298 miles of range on a single charge at 60mph.
- Details about the top trim: 603 hp, 737 ft lbs of torque, and no disclosed curb weight.
- Discussion points:
- Thoughts on the 298-mile range.
- Speculations on Porsche's decision not to disclose the curb weight.
- Opinions on the rear slop hatch design.
Segment 2: Vintage Porsche 911 Ranking by Car and Driver:
- Car and Driver's top six vintage Porsche 911s ranking.
- Discussion on each model, likes, dislikes, and opinions.
- Voting out one of the six and giving reasons.
- Speculation on any missed vintage variants that should have made the list.
Segment 3: Porsche IMSA GTP Team Update:
- Porsche adds ex-BMW technical director to the IMSA GTP team as a race engineer.
- Speculation on the potential insights into BMW's technical strategies.
Segment 4: Luft Becoming Mainstream:
- Luft becoming mainstream with coverage in Car and Driver and DuPont Registry News.
- Acknowledgment of Patty Long's role in organizing the event.
- Reflection on Luft's origins as a small parking lot meetup and its transformation into a large-scale event.
- Discussion on feelings about the event's growth and whether grassroots appeal is preferred.
Conclusion:
- Thanking the audience for listening and encouraging them to join Patreon and get more of the podcast.
Outro:
- Social media plugs, contact information, and a final thank you to the listeners.
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