Video Summary
The key points from the video are:- Road-tripping with a Porsche is the main topic.
- They tested a Gen 2 Taycan 4S around Cornwall.
- The previous Taycan EV experience involved using public chargers, but it was difficult.
- The updated Porsche EV portfolio has a greater emphasis.
- Compared to Gen 1, the Gen 2 has more horsepower with close to 600 horsepower.
- Public charging has greatly improved for Gen 2.
- The Porsche pro at Porsche Centre Bournemouth stated the demonstration car was finished in Jet Black and showed 315 miles of range, being at 98% charge.
- Porsche Pro reported that “turbo” Taycans have about 884 horsepower and Turbo S 952 horsepower, all 4 wheel drive.
- Porsche Pro explained that aerodynamic rework, with HD Matrix LED Lights now an option, completely changed the design compared to Gen 1. Gen 2 models all have air suspension, for standard tech. Also, the battery has a better learning ability, increasing its range. Gen 2 has quicker charging times too; 10-80% charging ideal conditions happens in only about 18 minutes.
- A key ring can be used to scan chargers for charging the Porsche.
- Overall, active headlights provide a view of the road that avoids blinding other drivers.
- Porsche Center had combustion engine vehicles, but they sell EVs now too.
- Porsche's EV portfolio is expanding.
- The host preferred ICE vehicles, but the Taycan convinced him EVs have a place in the world.
- His wife did not like how his other sports car, KW Suspension, felt on British roads.
- In summary, the electric Taycan is more practical for day-to-day road-tripping than previous ICE vehicles.
