The Taycan covered a staggering 17.503 kilometres in 132 controlled laps.  

Behind the wheel was Porsche Experience instructor Jens Richter, who had the unenviable task of keeping the Taycan in a perfect slide for 46 minutes straight. 

“Under the extreme continuous load of the drifting Taycan, the ice track deteriorated faster than expected,” Richter explained. “We therefore had to abort the first attempt after around 11 kilometres.”  

Not one to back down, the Porsche Experience team adjusted their approach. With nightfall bringing colder temperatures and better ice conditions, they made a second attempt.  

With shorter spikes on the tyres for optimal grip, Richter held the Taycan GTS in a controlled oversteer for the entire 17.503-kilometre drift, shattering the previous record of 14.809 kilometres.  

“With our new Guinness World Records title on ice, the Taycan has once again proven its sideways driving qualities,” Richter said. “And this time, even with all-wheel drive. The fact that the Taycan GTS can be controlled so well even under extreme conditions speaks volumes for its excellent chassis and balanced performance.”  

Unlike many record attempts that rely on specially modified cars, the Taycan GTS used for this drift was a standard production model, the same one you could (theoretically) drive home from a showroom.  

Of course, some crucial elements helped make the record possible:  

• Porsche’s active chassis system and perfectly balanced weight distribution allowed Richter to maintain a consistent slide without losing control.  
• The Taycan GTS was fitted with commercially available Michelin tyres with one-millimetre spikes, ensuring just the right amount of grip to maintain a drift while keeping control.  
• A professional GPS measuring device tracked the Taycan’s every movement, recording steering inputs, throttle control, braking pressure, and G-forces to ensure the attempt met Guinness World Records’ strict criteria.  

An official adjudicator from Guinness World Records, Carl Saville, was present to verify the longest drift on ice attempt. Immediately after the successful run, Richter and Porsche Arctic Center Managing Director Christian Lehwald were presented with the official record certificate.

“In the Porsche Arctic Center, we have exceptionally good conditions for drifting on ice,” said Lehwald. “With the new Taycan GTS, we have one of the most powerful electric vehicles on the market. So we were pretty confident that we could break the longest drift on ice world record with this combination—and we accepted the challenge.”

This isn’t the first time the Taycan has rewritten the record books. In fact, this latest achievement marks its fourth Guinness World Records title.  

2023 – Greatest Altitude Change by an EV  

A Taycan Cross Turismo tackled the Xinjiang-Tibet route, conquering an altitude change of 5,573 metres—from some of the world’s lowest valleys to the high-altitude peaks of Tibet.  

2021 – Fastest Speed in an Enclosed Building  

Racing driver Leh Keen piloted a Taycan to an insane 165.1 km/h inside an exhibition hall in New Orleans, Louisiana, setting a new record for the fastest speed achieved in an enclosed space.  

2020 – Longest Continuous Drift on Asphalt  

At the Porsche Experience Center Hockenheimring, instructor Dennis Retera drifted a Taycan for 55 minutes, covering 42.171 kilometres over 210 laps, setting the record for the longest drift by an EV on a dry track.  

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The Taycan range now spans an impressive 16 variants, covering everything from rear-wheel to all-wheel drive and power outputs between 300kW and 760kW.

The latest additions are the Taycan 4 sports sedan, Taycan GTS, and the Taycan GTS Sport Turismo. 

Kevin Giek, Vice President of the Taycan Model Line, mentioned: “Our expanded line-up caters to diverse customer needs, blending thrilling performance with exceptional efficiency.” 

Porsche Taycan GTS

Gran Turismo Sport, or GTS, is a badge that has graced Porsche’s most spirited models since 1963. In its latest iteration, the Taycan GTS carries the torch with aplomb.

Both the sports sedan and Sport Turismo variants deliver a heart-thumping 515 kW in overboost mode. Engage Launch Control, and the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is accomplished in a mere 3.3 seconds.  

A unique push-to-pass feature in the Sport Chrono package offers an extra 70kW boost on demand. Porsche has also fine-tuned the acoustic profile to match the GTS’s sporty character.

Inside, the GTS offers a luxurious mix of Race-Tex and smooth leather finishes, all topped off with adaptive sports seats and a BOSE Surround Sound System.

Outside, the GTS-specific black accents and optional 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels add a touch of aggression.

Taycan 4

Efficiency meets versatility in the Taycan 4, a new all-wheel-drive variant that bridges the gap between entry-level Taycan models and their more performance-focused siblings. 

Available with either a Performance or Performance Plus battery, it offers an impressive WLTP range of up to 643km. 

The dual-motor setup provides greater stability and traction, with a 0 to 100 km/h dash in 4.6 seconds.

Despite being heavier than its rear-wheel-drive counterparts, the Taycan 4 doesn’t compromise on agility, thanks to Porsche’s refined all-wheel-drive strategy.

All three new models come equipped with Porsche’s latest technological advancements. Improved rear-axle motors, a revised pulse inverter, and next-gen thermal management systems enhance both efficiency and performance.

At 800-volt DC charging stations, the Taycan can juice up at an impressive 320kW, ensuring you spend more time on the road and less time plugged in.

On the outside, expect sleek new hues like Slate Grey Neo and Purple Sky Metallic, adding a dash of individuality to the Taycan’s sophisticated silhouette.

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