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Proven in motorsport, the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) is available as an option. On the new 911, the cross-drilled ceramic brake discs of PCCB now have a diameter of 410 mm at the front and 390 mm at the rear - for even more formidable braking performance. PCCB enables shorter braking distances in even the toughest road and race conditions. Safety under high-speed braking is also improved thanks to its excellent fade resistance. Another advantage of PCCB is the extremely low weight of the ceramic brake discs, which are approximately 50 % lighter than standard discs of a similar design and size. This results in better roadholding and increased comfort, particularly on uneven roads, as well as greater agility and a further improvement in handling. So there is a lot of information on this topic. A reason to not to do ceramic brakes and even non-slotted/non-crossed drilled - flat metal rotors can be machined, none of the others can. If ultimately performance is the goal, then the cost of replacement can be worth it. ONe thing that is often quoted, but no necessarily true, is that Ceramic support better heat distribution/better life - life may be true, but at much higher replacement cost. Also, in the case of Porsche the models that offer PCCB have the 6 piston calipers (from the 911 ceramic/Panamera/Cayenne) as opposed to the standard setup. On many models this is a significant upgrade.
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Porsche announced a recall for about 100,000 cars due to a rollaway risk. Models affected include the 2003-2010 Cayenne and 2010-2016 Panamera models. Not every single car is affected by the recall, so owners are encouraged to check their VIN numbers. The problem stems from a bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox that may degrade over time, causing it to detach. This detaching of the bushing could cause all sorts of foibles, with the worst effect being that the gearbox is actually in a different gear than the lever's location says it's in. Porsche says one would be able to put the car in Park, take the key out, leave the vehicle, but the car wouldn't actually be in Park. That situation would be a major threat to anyone in the area. Thankfully, there have been no injuries, deaths or property damage stemming from this issue reported thus far. Apparently, the plastic used to make the bushing isn't sufficiently durable to hold up to all the years of shifting gears. Porsche first learned of the issue late in 2018 after several field incidents were documented. Their analysis led them to this recall. You'll want to be on the lookout for a letter from Porsche if you own one of these vehicles. Until then, Porsche suggests that owners use the parking brake every time they park until the issue is fixed.
Although the Boxster initially rode on the coattails of the legendary 911 when it debuted two decades ago, Porsche's roadster has since become an icon in its own right. For 2017, Porsche added 718 to its name as a nod to its motorsports pedigree, but otherwise this is still the same recognizable two-seater roadster the Boxster has always been. Significantly, the latest-generation Boxster loses two cylinders yet gains 35 horsepower. Has the magic, embodied by its fantastic handling, sound, and feel, been diluted? We found the answer to this question to be mixed. Any concern that a four-cylinder may not broadcast the right bravado is instantly erased, as the mid-mounted engine hums and barks just behind you. Acceleration is brisk; we measured a 0-60 mph time of just 4.4 seconds with our 300-hp base model. But in everyday driving, there's typically a slight delay before the rich torque supplies a big rush. Compare that with the more gradual buildup of power and the smoother zing of the old six-cylinder, and some of us get nostalgic.
Engage Sport mode, and the car changes its demeanor, sounding as if it is eager for a track day, complete with hearty exhaust "blats" on downshifts. We opted for the PDK automated manual transmission to reflect most customers' preference. Despite trepidations, this transmission has won favor among us thanks to its swift, punctuated, and direct shifts. Buyers who want a traditional manual, complete with a clutch pedal, can still get one. Handling is pinpoint accurate and seemingly telepathic. The car seems to execute your cornering line as you outline it in your head. It stays flat and turns in immediately yet never feels nervous. Those traits carry over to the track as well where the 718 demonstrates tenacious grip and a balanced behavior. Few cars can rival the Boxster's agility, driver confidence it inspires, or the grin it puts on your face. Being a through-and-through sports car, no one expects a plush ride, lofty price not withstanding. The firm suspension ensures a very controlled ride, which is stiff but not overly punishing. Noise is well managed with the the top up, and around town the engine and its range of tones become center stage.