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substantially lighter and more
In addition, Porsche uses only
stable than conventional steel. In
environmentally friendly water-
the Boxster models approximately
based paints. The Boxster models
20 % of components are made
are absolutely free of asbestos,
from lightweight alloys. We use
CFCs and components manufac-
only innovative and environmentally
tured using CFCs. This is because,
friendly components, and each
here at Porsche, environmental
material is labelled to facilitate its
protection does not begin at the
separation for recycling. Recycled
end of a vehicle's life. It starts
plastics are used where they meet
at the planning and development
exacting technical requirements.
stage.
In all, the new Boxster models are
approximately 85 % recyclable.
Fuel.
The new Boxster models are
already designed to operate on
fuels with an ethanol content of
up to 10 %. Ethanol has a positive
impact on the CO
balance since
2
the plants cultivated for the
production of this biofuel also
absorb CO
from the atmosphere.
2
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Noise.
The release of hydrocarbons
from the fuel system has been
minimised thanks to the active
The new Boxster models comply
carbon filter and a special coating
with all applicable noise regulations
on the fuel tank. All fuel lines
without any form of engine en-
are made of aluminium, while
capsulation. To achieve this, noises
vapour-carrying lines are made
are eliminated at source. Engine
from multi-layered plastic.
parts are stiff, moving parts are
lightweight and tolerances are
kept to a minimum. Large-volume
silencers and resonators in the air
intake system minimise noise
further. For the entire service life
of the vehicle.
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Maintenance.
Long service intervals offer clear
advantages. For you: lower costs
and saved time. For the envi-
ronment: the use of fewer consum-
ables and replacement parts.
For full details of service intervals,
please refer to the separate
price list.
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Environment
Boxster S
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