PORSCHE TAYCAN SIDE-BY-SIDE CONVOY: SOFTWARE UPDATE EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS TESTED

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This video presents a compelling real-world test of Porsche's latest Taycan software update, focusing on efficiency improvements. The reviewer pits a software-updated Taycan 4S against a pre-update model in a side-by-side convoy to objectively measure any gains. Key findings reveal that the updated car primarily uses the rear motor for cruising, while the older model utilizes the front motor, and the updated version also demonstrates more comprehensive regenerative braking. After a 180-mile journey, the updated Taycan showed a 3% improvement in state of charge, indicating a tangible, albeit modest, efficiency gain. The reviewer notes that while the reported efficiency figures from the car's computer can be unreliable, the percentage difference in battery usage provides a clear indication of the update's benefit. The video also touches upon the impact of wheel choice on efficiency and briefly mentions a Turbo model, though a direct comparison wasn't feasible. Overall, the update appears to deliver on its promise of enhanced efficiency, particularly in real-world driving conditions.