In a revved-up feat of automotive prowess, a dynamic group of Porsche drivers left automobile lovers awe-struck as they blazed a path from Bangkok, Thailand to the heart of Singapore in a jaw-dropping sub-30-hour dash.
The trio, hailing from Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, took the wheel of a cutting-edge Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo within the small hours of June 18, to etch their names into the document books.
The stage was set, and the Taycan underwent meticulous checks to make sure peak performance for this audacious record-breaking try. At the break of day, the engines roared to life because the journey commenced, spanning a wide ranging 1,845 kilometres from the outskirts of Bangkok to the picturesque Gardens by the Bay in Singapore.
Fuelled by their shared ardour and unwavering willpower, the intrepid drivers tirelessly swapped positions, with not extra than 25 minute pit stops on the Shell Recharge High-Performance Charger (HPC) community to recharge their electric steed’s batteries. Powered by a 270kW DC fast charging functionality, the Taycan harnessed the total potential of the 180kW and 360kW chargers, pushing the boundaries of sustainable mobility.
As the clock ticked and the rubber burnt, the adrenaline-fueled odyssey culminated in a blistering time of just 29 hours, 15 minutes, and four seconds—averaging a staggering 63km/h all through the gruelling expedition, reported Asia One.
The record-smashing achievement has been formally recognized by the Singapore Book of Records and the Malaysia Book of Records, solidifying their place in the automotive corridor of fame.
Andre Brand, the General Manager of Porsche Singapore, hailed the drivers and their collaborative companions, including Shell Recharge, ABB E-Mobility, Michelin, and TAG Heuer, for this historic accomplishment.
“This outstanding achievement underlines Porsche’s ambition to be pioneers for sustainable mobility, pushing the limits of what’s possible.”
Doong Shiwen, General Manager of Mobility Singapore at Shell, echoed Brand’s sentiment, praising the record as a testomony to Shell’s unwavering commitment to providing top-notch charging amenities throughout Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore.
This awe-inspiring voyage has not only set new information but has ignited a zeal for electric automotive fanatics worldwide. As Economical surges towards a greener future, the Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo has firmly planted itself on the forefront of revolutionary electrical performance..