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| The Porsche convoy hits the road |
The event was conducted by Porsche Centre Doha, Al Boraq Automobiles Company and hosted by the Grand Hyatt Doha.
Guests were given the opportunity to experience the performance and sportiness of 12 luxury vehicles.
A fleet of Porsche models was in the line-up - starting with the current Boxster and Cayman S generation, to high-performance sports cars such as the legendary 911 Carrera S Cabriolet, the luxurious Panamera models in both V6 and V8 variants; and the new Porsche Cayenne.
Gilad Moses, marketing manager at Porsche Centre Doha, said: “This is the first time the media in Qatar have been a part of a test run concept.”
The Boxster S – the sporty roadster - reaches 100km/h in just 5.3 seconds, and a top speed of 274 km/h. The iconic Cayman S will take off from 0 to 100km/h in 5.2 seconds, with a top speed of 277 km/h.
The exclusive Porsche 911 was a star; especially in its cabriolet variant; while the Panamera revealed how Porsche has combined great practicality with enormous pleasure in a ground breaking Gran Turismo.
After a welcome breakfast at the Grand Hyatt Doha, the driving route incorporated the West Bay, Losail and Doha areas.
Along the way drivers were given the chance to change vehicles and experience the different driving dynamics and performance of the entire Porsche model range.
The day ended with an award ceremony for all drivers, and giveaways from the Grand Hyatt Doha. Red Bull was the official beverage partner for the event.
Garry Friend, general manager, Grand Hyatt Doha, said the hotel has been the preferred location and hotel partner for various Porsche test run events.