Braman Porsche

The 2012 Porsche 911 is sometimes known for having a dual personality. The new Porsche is both a family-friendly coupe that's great for daily commuting, and exceptional at tearing long stretches of highway.  In other words, it's a practical supercar.

Porsche knew that its advertising for this year's 911 had to be special because it had to embody all of the 911's wonderful qualities. So?

EVs and hybrids may be touted as the "green" cars of the present, but the dino-burning diesel engine deserves its moment in the spotlight for fuel efficiency as well. Porsche seems to agree, at least in the case of the Porsche Cayenne. The diesel-engined vehicle has been roaming the streets of Europe for a while now, and it's just been announced as the first diesel-powered vehicle produced by Porsche to enter the U.S…