298-Mile Thrill, Vintage Face-Off, BMW Insider, and Is Luft mainstream? | 221

Podcast Show Notes: Episode 221

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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