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Porsche Introduces New Cayenne Turbo S with 550 hp New top model in the Cayenne model range ATLANTA, Oct. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Porsche Cayenne range is now expanded to include a Turbo S model with 550 hp, an increase of 50 hp from the Cayenne Turbo. The new Cayenne Turbo S sport utility vehicle employs advanced active chassis technologies. These technologies allow it to surpass the driving
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takes just 4.3 seconds (-0.1 seconds), and the Cayenne Turbo S accelerates to a top track speed of 175 mph (+ 3 mph). Porsche designers created an exclusive two-tone leather interior package that is available in either Black/Carrera Red or Black/Luxor Beige combinations. They feature an exclusive combination of contrasting colors and pieces that are further accented by deviated stitching throughout. Front and rear seats feature the
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performance of many sports cars, while preserving the offroad capability, ride comfort and towing ability typical of the Cayenne. In addition to an increase of 50 horsepower compared to the Cayenne Turbo, the Cayenne Turbo S also benefits from increased engine torque, which is boosted from 516 to 553 pound-feet. This translates into faster acceleration and a higher top speed. The sprint from zero to 60 mph now
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Porsche Crest embossed on the headrests while the roof is covered in Alcantara® from front to rear. The instrument panel, door, and center console trim showcase the standard Carbon Fiber interior package that further complements the exclusive interior. The Cayenne Turbo S is scheduled to go on sale in the spring of 2013 and is priced from $146,000 not including a $975 destination charge.
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Recent News Carbon Fiber Wheel Australian-Based Carbon Revolution Launches One-Piece Carbon Fiber Wheel In U.S. Market
MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif., Oct. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -After nearly a decade of research and development, Australian-based Carbon Revolution has taken the advantages of carbon fiber and exceeded all performance requirements and industry standards, to create and produce the world's first onepiece carbon fiber wheel. With unparalleled weight savings and all associated benefits determined through its own testing regime, as well as with major premium OEMs throughout Europe, Carbon Revolution has set its trajectory on a global playing field and will be showcasing these efforts for the first time in the United States during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, October 30 – November 2, 2012.
The wheels are initially being produced in sizes 19x8.5 (15.4lb) & 19x12 (17.9lb) and are designed to mount directly
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on Porsche 911's. They are compatible with factory tire pressure monitoring systems, accept factory center caps and come complete with all required installation hardware. A broader range of fitments and sizes are now being developed for the CR9 style and will be available over the coming months. All parts will be manufactured in Carbon Revolution's Australian based production facility. In addition, Carbon Revolution will be offering 19"x 8.5" & 19"x 12" CR-9 wheels by the end of 2012 for fitment to the following vehicles pending individual vehicle fitment assessment: Porsche 911, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8 Porsche centre-lock fitments are currently being developed and validated through the company's extensive testing process. New sizes and fitments for various vehicles will be coming from Carbon Revolution next year. More info available: www.carbonrev.com Emails with this banner at the top are notification of up-coming events. Response, contact info and other event data is included. These notices are the most reliable and immediate way to know what’s coming up. Be sure your email & contact info is up-to-date. Make email updates at:
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PCA-LA REGION
PCA-ZONE 8
President . . . . . . . . . David Altemus 310-478-7728, fax 310-479-5181 1537 Pontius Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90025
Zone 8 Rep. . . . . . . . . . .Tom Brown zonerep@zone8.org Prior Zn8 Rep. . . . Michael Dolphin carrera3@msn.com
Vice President . . . . . . . . . Art Yuter a.yuter@verizon.net
Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . Skip Carter skipcarter@pobox.com
Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . Roger Ignon rignon@edgesystem.net Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open — Membership . . . . . . Joe Shubitowski joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com
2012 EVENT CALENDAR W a t c h Y o u r E m a i l
Zone 8 Webmaster . . . . Ken Short webmaster@zone8.org Concous Chair . . . . . . . . . Joe Nedza jcnedza@aol.com
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Rally Chair . . . . . . . . .Revere Jones Zone8rallychair@aol.com
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Chief Driving Instr. . . . . Scott Mann scott@renegadehybrids.com
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Flight 35 Autocross - Arizona Reg.
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Concours - Cal Inland Reg.
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Time Trial & DE - GPX/SGV Reg.
Activities Director . . . . . . . Jeff Peck jbpeck@pacbell.net
Time Trial/DE Chair . .Dave Hockett davndirc@yahoo.com
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Autocross Chr . . . . David Witteried dwitteried@hotmail.com
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Club Race Coordinator Vince Knauf vvvince@aol.com
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Rules Coordinator . . . .Russell Shon rules@zone8.org
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Arthur Yuter
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Robert Vincent
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Colleen Stein
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Webmaster . . . . . . Joe Shubitowski joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com Newsletter . . . . . . . . . Bruce Pollock & Advertising imset@pacbell.net
Treasurer . . . . . .Linda Cobarrubias MS993@aol.com Rules Coordinator . . . . . . . .Vacant — Address Change . . .Notify at once: pca.org - Member Services & Contacts
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Tech Tactics
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Autocross - OC Region
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Pres. Meeting & Awards Banq.
SUBSCRIPTIONS PCA members of other regions may become “Dual” members of PCA-LA and receive Porscherama for 12 months by sending $24.00 to Joe Shubitowski, Membership Chairman, at: joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com Non-member subscription $36.00/ year.
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EDITORIAL POLICY Porscherama is the official publication of the Porsche Club of America, Los Angeles Region. (PCA/LA), a California Non Profit Corporation. It is published in accordance with the club by-laws and conditions of the charter granted by the Porsche Club of America. Statements contained herein are those of the author(s) and do not constitute an opinion of the PCA/LA, its board of directors or staff. All contributions become property of Porscherama. Porscherama reserves the right to edit all contributions.
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ADVERTISING POLICY Classified Advertising: Porscherama accepts classified ads for Porsche cars, parts, and Porsche related items. Ads can run for three consecutive months. No charge to PCA/LA members. Non-member cost is $10.00 per month payable in advance, after which time they must be resubmitted. Porscherama is not responsible for the accuracy of information contained in any ad and does not warrant or guarantee the condition of items offered for sale, nor the accuracy of any claims or representations made by the advertiser. Include your PCA number and email ad copy to: imset@pacbell.net with “Porsche Classified” in the subject line.
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23-29 2013 Parade - Michigan
Event Calendar Note Events shown in the LA Region Calendar of events are always subject to change. The published schedule of activities is best thought of as “intended” activities. When all aspects of the event are confirmed and solidified, email notification, including details, begins. When email “blasts” go out, the event is firm. Email is now our primary event notification method . Keep your email current at:
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Santa Barbara Concours
Newcomb’s Ranch Run
Last month, Jeff Peck visited the Santa Barbara Region’s concours, held this year on the grounds of the Fess Parker Resort, adjacent to Cabrillo Blvd. Jeff took photos while visiting.
Here are some photos that Art Yuter and Jeff Peck took of our run to Newcomb’s Ranch last month.
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Newcomb’s Ranch Run Here are some photos that Art Yuter and Jeff Peck took of our run to Newcomb’s Ranch last month.
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Joe Shubitowski photo. The untrained eye might miss this otherwise obvious SMERSH spy spotted amongst the photos from Joe Shubitowski’s trip to the Paris Auto Show.
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David Altemus Write-In Treasurer
Open Write-In Tech. Director Art Yuter Photo
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Open Write-In Secretary
Roger Ignon Write-In Return Ballot by February 1, 2013 to:
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New Members November 2012: Joseph R. Cruse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Malibu Paul L. Hammond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sherman Oaks Andrew J. Meehan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dana Point Bernardo M. Monteiro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Santa Monica Patrick O'Fallon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Los Angeles Omar Quintero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Los Angeles Michael D. Skinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .West Hills
Anniversaries November 2012: 30 Years
Cameron Birnie
25 Years
Dan Lichtenstein
15 Years
Jim C. Neil
10 Years
Peter R. Cabot Peter Fandetti John D. Fernandez Kathryn Nada Joseph G. Ouzounian Steve Pollack
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Hambis Charalambous Bruce A. Frasco Maurice Salter Anisa Shahin
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Classified Ads Ads can run for three consecutive months, after which they must be resubmitted. If your ad is included here with three dots following it, you must resubmit. Submit by email to imset@pacbell.net with Porsche Classified in the subject line and include your current membership number and contact information.
Porsche Cars Wanted: Low milage, mechanically sound 1986, 1987, or 1988
base 911 Carrera coupe w/sun roof, white or black ext w/tan int; no damage or track use history. Contact: Tim at 530-268-1020 or cronincommerce@gmail.com .• Miscellaneous
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BorgWarner Turbo Systems Receives Porsche Supplier Of The Year Award AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -BorgWarner Turbo Systems received first prize as one of ten 2011 Porsche Supplier of the Year Award winners at a ceremony held recently at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, Germany. BorgWarner Turbo Systems, located in Kirchheimbolanden, Germany, was honored for its high quality, reliability and outstanding performance as well as its innovative partnership with Porsche in the development of
the world's first massproduced variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger for gasoline engines. The combination of Borg Warner's advanced turbocharging technology and Porsche's engine design expertise produced the world's first mass-produced gasoline engine boosted by a VTG turbocharger. BorgWarner is continuously improving its VTG turbocharging technology to serve the increasing global demand for fuel efficient, high-performing engines that also contribute to a cleaner environment.
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November — December November 1 (Thur.)...................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7728 to verify 10 (Sat.) .....................Open House & Tech Session Fusion Motorsports 24 (Sat.) ...........................................Breakfast Club
December 6 ( Thur.)..................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7728 to verify