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PORSCHE'S FIRST-EVER ELECTRIC CAR, THE TAYCAN, LAUNCHES RIGHT OUT OF THE BLOCKS. T he guiding force behind Porsche's commitment proceeds from a two-sided premise—pure emotion and maximum driving pleasure. So when a first impression from the new Porsche Taycan is evoked, the expectation that your breath will be taken away can confidently refer back to the log line. But a plug-in electric would seem to run contrary to the latter. Well, with a world ecosystem on the brink, even Porsche must make concessions. Or do they? 750 HP in your stirrups and it's 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. Out of the blocks, the initial burst is faster than a skydiver in free fall. e Taycan has two magnetic synchronous motors on each axle—its Launch Control Acceleration working in perfect tandem. e key component is an 800 volt battery. Double the normal load, 22.5 minutes charges your ride, and you can juice up for free at Electrify America 800V charging stations for the next three years. e low center of gravity required actually facilitates the handling and dovetails with Porsche's performance and comfort focal point—the chassis. Paired with its intelligent systems, the longstanding staple turns the complexities of the road into a natural resource to nourish. First, the electronic damping control system minimizes the bounce and keeps drivers in their seats. en, the rear axle steering gets you coming or going. Steering in the same or opposite direction, the synergy has the virtual effect of extending or shortening the wheelbase. So Taycan has got you covered for high speed stability or optimal maneuverability on the cut and the corner. Even so, e Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport leaves nothing to chance on the turn. Stabilizing the roll potential, the grounded wheels hold the road and the Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus helps do the rest. Precise brake pressure is applied and ensures dynamic and stable handling by processing the steering angle, speed and center of gravity shi. e motorsport inspired Porsche Surface Coated Brakes obviously carries its load. But intelligent systems must still coordinate, and the 4D Chassis Control manages the discourse. BY RICH MONETTI ELECTRIC REVOLUTION V U E N J . C O M 152

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