Throughout its history, the 911 has delivered unbridled power, and that continues today with the latest iterations of the 911. An Exhilarating Drive. One of the fastest production cars in the world, the Porsche 911's unique rear-engine helps to boost traction so that no torque is wasted.

The Porsche 911 was born in 1963 and initially called the 901. Peugeot had laid claim to that moniker, so the new designator became the 911. The origin is based on the Porsche 356 with its fastback appearance and the air-cooled flat-six.

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The outer shell of the new 911 is assembled completely from aluminium, with the exception of the front and rear apron. Only the parts that surround the passenger compartment are made from hot-formed steel, in order to provide the maximum possible protection for occupants.

The Porsche 911 is considered an iconic sports car due to its distinct design, high-performance capabilities, and rich history.

The start of a history of perhaps the most iconic sports car of all time. An icon that, spread over 60 years and eight model series, has made many generations dream away. The Porsche 911!

1968: AT&T announces 911 as the nationwide emergency number. 911 was chosen because it is easily remembered and at the time no area codes or office codes used it. Congress agrees with AT&T and passes a bill which reserves the number for nationwide use.

As with Nip/Tuck, 9-1-1 stories are based on true cases, and "within that world, I was interested in creating a show where the emergencies at the heart of the show were from the lead characters" in their own lives. The actors said they were impressed with the skill and dedication of first responders.

Today, 6 different Porsche models are built in series: the Porsche 911, 718, Cayenne, Panamera, Macan and Taycan. Each model is available in many different versions – for example as a Turbo, Targa or Carrera. In total, there are 95 different variants.

The 911's fame led to an industry that produced unmatched mechanical and aesthetic advancements. Porsche 911s have consistently proven simple to drive at low speeds because of their luxurious, comfortable interior and superior visibility. Unrestrained, they could easily keep up with far more expensive automobiles.

The Porsche 911 was developed as a more powerful, larger and a more comfortable replacement for the 356, the company's first model. The new car made its public debut at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show (German: Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung).

No Porsche is cheap or affordable and while it may be old, its value is right up there. It also has a rich heritage in motorsport, competing in and winning the Le Mans 24 Hour race numerous times. At the end of the day, it is still a car and requires maintenance - maintenance that can cost you a fair bit.

One thing 911s always had going for them was that they were a doddle to drive at slow speeds, with a comfortable luxurious interior and good visibility coupled with everyday reliability on par with a family saloon. Off the leash, they could effortlessly stay up with cars that were way more exotic (and expensive).

ITU standard: 112 or 911 AP reports that member states have agreed that either 911 or 112 should be designated as emergency phone numbers – 911 is currently used in North America, while 112 is standard across the EU and in many other countries worldwide.

In 1968, AT&T announced that it would establish the digits 9-1-1 (nine-one-one) as the emergency code throughout the United States. The code 9-1-1 was chosen because it best fit the needs of all parties involved.

The series often deviates from realism in its medical scenes, including its depiction of mercury poisoning, but this adds to its dramatic flair. Despite the critique, the over-the-top nature of 9-1-1: Lone Star seems to be part of its identity and makes it distinct from other procedural dramas.