{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The Best & Worst Porsche Designs: A 9WERKS x Curb & Canyon Special!","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-best-worst-porsche-designs-a-9werks-x-curb-canyon-special","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/883537/episodes/18706487-the-best-worst-porsche-designs-a-9werks-x-curb-canyon-special.mp3","description":"Has Porsche design reached a turning point? In this special collaboration episode, 9WERKS Radio joins forces with James and Andy from the Curb & Canyon podcast to dissect the past, present, and high-stakes future of Porsche aesthetics. With the legendary Michael Mauer stepping down after two decades and former McLaren/Bentley designer Tobias Sühlmann taking the reins as the new Head of Style, we ask the big question: where does Porsche design go from here?The team dives deep into the \"Highs and Lows\" of the Mauer era—from the redemption of the Panamera and the futuristic Taycan to the challenges of keeping the 911 icon fresh across the 997, 991, and 992 generations. We also tackle the \"elephant in the room\": the controversial transition to an all-electric lineup and how Sühlmann’s background in hypercars (like the McLaren Solus GT and Bentley Batur) will influence the next generation of Stuttgart’s sports cars.In this 9WERKS x Curb & Canyon Special:The Changing of the Guard: What Tobias Sühlmann’s appointment means for the future of the 911.Mauer’s Legacy: Ranking the greatest (and most controversial) designs from 2004–2026.The SUV vs. Sports Car Debate: Can Porsche maintain its DNA as it prioritizes the Macan and Cayenne EV?Design \"Highs & Lows\": From the 918 Spyder masterpiece to the models that missed the mark.The \"McLaren-isation\" of Porsche: Discussing the influence of CEO Michael Leiters and the new design direction.Links & Community Follow Curb & Canyon: Search for \"Curb & Canyon\" on your favorite podcast app.Find your dream Porsche on the 9WERKS Marketplace: 9werks.co.uk/marketplace Thanks to our friends heritagepartscentre.com for sponsoring this podcast, get up to 10% off your basket by entering the code ‘9WERKS10’ at the checkout on heritagepartscentre.com‘9WERKS Radio’ @9werks.radio is your dedicated Porsche and car podcast, taking you closer than ever to the world’s finest sports cars and the culture and history behind them.The show is brought to you by 9werks.co.uk, the innovative online platform for Porsche enthusiasts. Hosted by Porsche Journalist Lee Sibley @9werks_lee, and 911 owner and engineer Andy Brookes @993andy, with special input from friends and experts around the industry, including you, our valued listeners.If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support us by joining the 9WERKS Driven Not Hidden Collective you can do so by hitting the link below, your support would be greatly appreciated.Support the show"},"annotations":[{"startTime":35.5,"endTime":40.0,"type":"concept","title":"mid-engine","url":"/glossary/mid-engine","quote":"...plus the mid-engine porches by using the code NineWorks10 at heritagepartscentre.com...","canonicalId":"concept:mid-engine","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"A mid-engine layout means the engine is located between the front and rear axles, usually behind the driver. 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It helps the car go faster and stay steady on the road."}},{"startTime":3427.5,"endTime":3429.0,"type":"term","title":"carbon fibre","url":"/glossary/carbon-fibre","quote":"There goes a grand out of my checking account, just because you mentioned carbon fibre. James is going to build an all carbon fibre 996 Dok2.","canonicalId":"term:carbon-fibre","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.98,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Carbon fibre is a lightweight, strong material made from thin strands of carbon woven together. It is often used in high-performance cars to reduce weight and improve strength and rigidity.","simplifiedExplanation":"Carbon fibre is a special material that is very light but very strong. Car makers use it to make cars lighter and faster."}},{"startTime":4342.4,"endTime":4353.66,"type":"term","title":"exhaust","url":"/glossary/exhaust","quote":"Yeah, put an exhaust on one of those. My mate Al did exactly that. And he came from a Gen 196 into a base Cayman 981. He's done an exhaust on it. The thing sounds mad.","canonicalId":"term:exhaust","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"An exhaust system directs combustion gases away from the engine and can be modified to improve sound, performance, or aesthetics.","simplifiedExplanation":"The exhaust is the part of the car that lets out the gases made by the engine. People sometimes change it to make the car sound louder or cooler."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Andy Brookes","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Lee Sibley","role":"host"},{"id":"s3","name":"Max Newman","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-best-worst-porsche-designs-a-9werks-x-curb-canyon-special/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}