insideKENT Magazine Issue 26 - May 2014 | Page 18

SOCIAL New Macan extends the Porsche range Photos by Russell Harper On 10th April 2014, the insideKENT team celebrated the arrival of the new Porsche Macan at a glittering affair hosted by Porsche Centre Tonbridge. The Porsche Macan, which went on sale in the UK on Saturday 12th April 2014, was this week unveiled at Porsche Centre Tonbridge. An exclusive evening for Porsche enthusiasts, customers were able to hear about and view the new Macan – the most dynamic compact sports utility vehicle in the segment – in a relaxed yet informative setting. Porsche used this event as an opportunity to not only enlighten customers about the Macan, but also to talk about other models and technological developments, including the innovative 911 Targa, Boxster GTS and Cayman GTS models – which were announced in March, as well as the return to Le Mans this year in the 919 Hybrid. Martin Hutchings of Porsche Cars Great Britain, who was at Porsche Centre Tonbridge for the launch event, commented: “There’s so much going on at Porsche at the moment that we wanted to take this event as an opportunity to give everyone a preview of the year ahead. Looking at new models of course, but also new technology and new programmes that help explain where Porsche’s cars get their spirit, as well as how the range fits together. The Macan is a car that we are incredibly proud of; what began as a dream of our engineers is now a reality. Having driven the car last month, I can assure you that the performance and handling are even better than you would expect. It really feels like a sportscar.” Porsche Centre Tonbridge Brook Farm Five Oak Green Road Tonbridge TN11 0QN 01732 590111 [email protected] www.porsche.co.uk/tonbridge insideKENT were joined at the event by award-winning Kent photographer, Russell Harper. If you're looking for creative photography for family or business, or for any type of event, you can get in touch at [email protected]. www.harperphotography.co.uk 18