Porsche celebrates 50 years of Porsche Turbo in China
Porsche China celebrated 50th anniversary of the iconic Turbo series as part of the Outdoor Car Retro 2024 festival.on Zhejiang International Highway, Shaoxing. This landmark exhibition paid tribute to half a century of automotive excellence. combining historical models and legendary engines it marked the evolution of Porsche in the automotive world.
The event showcased Porsche’s vision to redefine automotive performance, showcasing cars such as the Porsche 911 Turbo, Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar and Exclusive limited edition Porsche 911 Turbo S “10 years of Porsche in China”. Also on display were three iconic turbo engines that played a decisive role in the brand’s history.
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The Porsche Turbo not only represents pure power, but also the ideal combination of performance and adaptability for everyday use. Since its debut, Turbo technology has become synonymous with innovative traction.transforming the driving experience for those who seek to go beyond the ordinary.
Porsche Turbo: a legacy built on innovation
Porsche 911 Turbo, released in 1975. This was the first model to bear the name “Turbo”.. With its distinctive width, wide tires and iconic “tea tray” rear spoiler, it quickly established itself as one of the fastest and most recognizable cars of its time. It was followed by the legendary Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar, which made history by winning the grueling Paris-Dakar rally in 1986.showcasing Porsche’s off-road capabilities.
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The event also included a demonstration of turbo engines that have changed technical standards. Among them, TAG 1.5-litre twin-turbocharged V6 enginedeveloped by Porsche for the McLaren Formula One team, which won five championships between 1984 and 1986. The engine was also present. 2.0-liter turbocharged V4 engine from the Porsche 919 Hybridwinner of Le Mans, which featured an innovative turbogenerator system for charging the 800 V lithium-ion battery, which is key to Porsche’s success in endurance racing.
Tartan and turbonite: the hallmark of Porsche
The unique Porsche style was also expressed in the tartan fabric and the Turbonite color. The checkered pattern popularized on the 1973 911 RSR Turbo prototype has become a visual signature of the Turbo models. Besides, exclusive color “Turbonite”, gray tone with gold elementsemphasizes the elegance and status of modern Porsche Turbo models.
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Another highlight was the Porsche 911 Turbo S “10 Years of Porsche in China,” a special edition released in 2011 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Porsche China. ten years of brand presence in China. This unique metallic golden bronze model is limited to just 10 pieces worldwide, further cementing its exclusivity.