The performance of electric cars has often been at the center of talks on the future of car making, and more specifically, the performance of electric sports cars and how they compare to combustion engine cars. The talk goes further when speaking of the performance of electric sports cars in extreme weathers in countries such as Kuwait where the lifestyle also requires commuting long distances from one point to another.
Five key opinion leaders took the electric car challenge to the test. And not any electric car. Led by actor and television host Mohammed AlKazemi, they took Porsche’s first ever electric sports car, the Taycan, on a full day journey around Kuwait. They experienced its performance, technology and features, covering approximately 350 kilometers without having to recharge its battery once.
The journey started on the Gulf Road. AlKazemi drove the Taycan to the Shaab area where he picked up his first guest, press reporter Jenan AlZeed. Their discussions while driving to Souq Al Mubarakiya focused on the technology of the car as they explored its features and performance as well as the interior design of the vehicle. AlZeed shared her positive impression of the car, first noting its stability on the road as well as the silence of the engine.
After a walk through the alleys of Souq Al Mubarakiya, AlKazemi suggested that AlZeed took the wheel back home. She reiterated her first impressions of the car and complemented the experience.
As AlKazemi headed to his second guest, radio host Salman AlNajadi, the Taycan’s battery showed a charging level of 80% after having covered approximately 75 kilometers.
On their journey to the northern part of Kuwait through the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Causeway, AlKazemi showcased the Taycan’s features to AlNajadi as he requested to increase the air conditioning level. At a touch, AlKazemi increased the level on the all-touch dashboard and showcased that the intelligent and intuitive design which allows drivers to control using touch operation or the voice control function.
At their destination, AlNajadi discussed the global move toward achieving sustainability in every aspect of the economic cycle, particularly consumerism which has a direct impact to the environment. He emphasized on the shift to driving electric cars and the important role that international car brands have to support that shift and change mindsets when it comes to driving luxury sports cars.
Halfway through the journey, the Taycan had consumed 50% of its battery charge and has driven around 190 kilometers so far.
AlKazemi continued the journey to the Subiya area where he met with Dr. Osama Behbehani, Consultant in Advanced Dentistry and Cosmetics, at his caravan. Behbehani was first caught by the design of the vehicle, which he qualifies as an “unmistakable Porsche design” vehicle. As they both explore the exterior details of the Taycan, Behbehani admired the sporty roofline of the vehicle, which slopes downward to the rear. As an avid Porsche enthusiast himself, Behbehani compared the Taycan’s exterior to that of the Porsche 911, as he admired the pronounced shoulders of the wings resulting in a sharply emphasized rear and, the glass-effect Porsche logo, which has been integrated into the light bar at the rear end that dates to the first Porsche 911 Turbo model.
Driving the Taycan on the different roads and areas of Kuwait, guests have shared similar views about the stability of the vehicle while driving, its strong performance and most importantly, the silence it offered throughout the journey. After Subiya, AlKazemi headed to the Jahra area. The Taycan’s battery was at 40%, the equivalent of 230 kilometers driven at that point.
The final guest was branding expert, Mohammad AlRasheed. What he first noted is the uniqueness of the design which he said was easily recognizable as the Porsche brand. AlRasheed spoke of the significance of choosing a car that truly aligns with one’s lifestyle, personality, liking and goals; elements that car brands invest in to deliver to the needs of different segments of drivers. During their drive, AlRasheed and AlKazemi discussed more about the vehicle’s capabilities in Kuwait’s environment and way of life, both agreeing that the car hasn’t failed to deliver on its performance even after a full day driving around the areas of Kuwait.
AlKazemi ended the journey heading back to Salmiya after covering around 350 kilometers. The remaining battery charge stood at around 10%, enough to enable AlKazemi to drive back home without having to recharge the vehicle.
The full-day journey took five guests across Kuwait and its different environments, from the urban city to the activities at the seashores and in the desert. Having received over 50 international awards and recognitions for its engineering, design and performance, the Taycan has most importantly covered long distances that enable local drivers to enjoy an electric sports car with peace of mind.
For more information about the Porsche Taycan, please visit Porsche Centre Kuwait, Behbehani Motors Company, please call 1870 870 or head to porschekuwait.com. For the latest updates on social media, follow @PorscheCentreKuwait on Instagram and Facebook.
