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Really, I think VAG is dreaming with that "no impact" statement. The recovery effort on the submerged vehicles, plus the salvage operation itself to clear the fallen bridge, that alone will be months.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
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2024 Carrera T
Got an allocation for a 2024 Carrera T (freeze date is late April). I think I'm pretty sure which options I want, only thing holding me up still is color. This is going to be a 2nd / fun / weekend car so I wanted it to be a "fun" and flashy sports car color. Was thinking Ruby Star Neo, Shark Blue, Python Green, or Racing Yellow. All have been pulled. So now I'm thinking Guards Red. Thoughts, given my configuration?
Configuration: https://configurator.porsche.com/en-...dFrom=PRTN7A70
Configuration: https://configurator.porsche.com/en-...dFrom=PRTN7A70
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Really, I think VAG is dreaming with that "no impact" statement. The recovery effort on the submerged vehicles, plus the salvage operation itself to clear the fallen bridge, that alone will be months.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
We'll see if/when Amethyst Ace docks.
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Hi all, does anyone have an update on Lake Taupo? Last I was able to see it was scheduled to arrive at Jacksonville on 4/19 after departing Emden on 3/22. Is that the typical transit time? I had the idea it was a faster trip (two weeks instead of three).
Thanks!
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Shipping question. I look at schedules using PWL, selecting US West/East coast and Volkswagen Konzernlogistik Export, producing a schedule like the below. @2008cayennefan post shows vessel Lake Taupo departing Emden 3/22 but is not visible on PWL site or below image (with a Jacksonville ETA of 4/12).
Are there alternate sites to see a full view of Emden departing ships for VW group? I thought about VesselFinder subscription and reviewing all departures, but that is extensive.
Are there alternate sites to see a full view of Emden departing ships for VW group? I thought about VesselFinder subscription and reviewing all departures, but that is extensive.
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Got an allocation for a 2024 Carrera T (freeze date is late April). I think I'm pretty sure which options I want, only thing holding me up still is color. This is going to be a 2nd / fun / weekend car so I wanted it to be a "fun" and flashy sports car color. Was thinking Ruby Star Neo, Shark Blue, Python Green, or Racing Yellow. All have been pulled. So now I'm thinking Guards Red. Thoughts, given my configuration?
Got an allocation for a 2024 Carrera T (freeze date is late April). I think I'm pretty sure which options I want, only thing holding me up still is color. This is going to be a 2nd / fun / weekend car so I wanted it to be a "fun" and flashy sports car color. Was thinking Ruby Star Neo, Shark Blue, Python Green, or Racing Yellow. All have been pulled. So now I'm thinking Guards Red. Thoughts, given my configuration?
Guards Red is a great color if you want to go flashy. I also saw you optioned for the Burmester Audio System, I think you will find this is a waste in a T. They are way too noisy to hear subtle audio details. You are better off going with the Bose system and save a few dollars. You should test drive a T and see what I mean. Between road noise and engine noise the T is loud in the cabin. That is one of the qualities of a T that make is exciting to drive.
The Burmester Stereo is better than the Bose but the Bose is pretty decent. The problem is the cabin noise on a T. You won't be able to really hear any difference between the two when traveling. The only way you would hear a difference is if you were stationary and the engine was turned off. Don't get me wrong the Burmester is a really good stereo but it isn't worth the cost difference in a T. The Burmester is probably only worth considering if you were configuring a touring vehicle like the Turbo Carrera. There you have better insulation and it is a much quieter ride.
My T is loud and the base audio is perfect for it. Anything more is a waste.
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Really, I think VAG is dreaming with that "no impact" statement. The recovery effort on the submerged vehicles, plus the salvage operation itself to clear the fallen bridge, that alone will be months.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
VWs port facility in Baltimore is downstream of the damaged bridge. I would assume they will allow ships to still use those facilities as they need to make whatever money they can at the still accessable docks and keep people employed to some level.
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Really, I think VAG is dreaming with that "no impact" statement. The recovery effort on the submerged vehicles, plus the salvage operation itself to clear the fallen bridge, that alone will be months.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
Baltimore bridge collapse has automakers scrambling at nation's biggest port for cars (yahoo.com)
That port is also critical for coal exports, and sugar imports.
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The other shipping line that I’m aware of that Porsche uses is NYK (a recent example is King Quest that picked up San Diego bound Porsches last week). When I checked NYK’s shipping schedule ( https://www.nykroro.com/customer/schedules/ ), it does not list Lake Taupo as one of its ships. Did you receive an email notification from Porsche that your car left Emden around the time Lake Taupo departed and that’s why you think your car got loaded? If your car was loaded, your sales rep certainly will have the ship name in their internal tracking system so check with them. Good luck!
Shipping question. I look at schedules using PWL, selecting US West/East coast and Volkswagen Konzernlogistik Export, producing a schedule like the below. @2008cayennefan post shows vessel Lake Taupo departing Emden 3/22 but is not visible on PWL site or below image (with a Jacksonville ETA of 4/12).
Are there alternate sites to see a full view of Emden departing ships for VW group? I thought about VesselFinder subscription and reviewing all departures, but that is extensive.
Are there alternate sites to see a full view of Emden departing ships for VW group? I thought about VesselFinder subscription and reviewing all departures, but that is extensive.
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