Porsche in 2008.

2008 is a year in which Porsche {link} launch a new variation of one model and then face lift their most successful and instantly recognisable model. The Cayenne GTS slots into the Cayenne model range around Valentine’s Day. Autumn sees Porsche’s ubiquitous 911 get its latest face lift. The latest incarnation of the 911 promises to be the best yet, it will not be a dramatic departure from the current model (997) but will offer a few noticeable technological advances. Firstly will be the use of direct fuel injection (similar to Audi’s FSI system), which helps to reduce fuel consumption whilst increasing power output. The new Porsche will also see the re-introduction of the PDK gearbox concept. PDK was the forerunner of the DSG twin clutch gearbox and was fitted to the racing Porsche 962 around 20 years ago. It took Audi’s engineers to take the gearbox from racing through rallying (as fitted to the Audi Quattro S1) and onto the road. Porsche (in conjunction with gearbox specialists ZF) have now developed their own twin clutch system that will replace the old auto ‘box in the new 911. Expect other models to benefit from the new gearbox as soon as practical.