The Carrera T: A Raw and Revved 911 that Puts Porsche Brakes to the Test

Posted 8/6/18

Prefer your Porsche 911 a little raw, with plenty of driver focused skills? Our Porsche mechanics certainly do. And nothing says “This is not your grandfather’s Porsche” like the 2018 Porsche Carrera T, a revved up beautiful machine the Telegraph calls “the most driver focused 911 yet” in its recent review.

The beautiful details are under the hood. As the Telegraph’s Dan Trent describes:

“The T revives a badge first added to the 911 range in 1967. This new one takes the 365bhp Carrera as its basis, strips out rear seats and the infotainment system in the name of weight saving and fits lightweight rear glass, a reduced final drive, 20mm lower suspension and a mechanical limited-slip differential.”

Catch a Rocketship by the Tail

The Carrera T is basically a faster, lighter rocket ship 911, like having lightning in a bottle. Take it for a spin, and it’s safe to say you’ll find out for yourself the stopping power of those Porsche brakes.

“Enthusiasts have bemoaned the arrival of turbocharging across the range but trading slightly softer throttle response for vastly expanded mid-range punch seems a reasonable swap,” Trent explains. “That slight reduction in the gearing helps the 365bhp engine feel a little livelier too, the smaller steering wheel and stiffer chassis returning some of that sharpness Porsche has removed from its regular 911s over the years.”

Signs You Need New Jaguar Brakes

Your Jaguar might have a brake issue if you ever hear a sound connected to braking, there’s a difference in braking power, or you notice a burning smell while you’re driving. If a red or yellow brake warning sign comes on, it is time for an inspection. A high-pitched squealing sound is a sign that the brake pad wear indicators have been worn thin. These are steel contact points that connect with the rotor as a warning sign that the pads are wearing out. Another sign is if you experience wobbling or feel one side pull stronger than the other when you brake. When you brake, the stopping power should feel smooth and completely even on both sides. If not, you should bring your brakes in to your Cincinnati mechanic for an inspection.

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