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46 BARRETT-JACKSON EXPERIENCE WINTER 2024The 918 Spyder features a sophisticated system that allows the driver to choose between several different driving modes, ranging from pure electric mode to a high-performance hybrid mode. According to the EPA, in E-Power mode, the car can operate solely on electric power for around 12 miles, making it suitable for short urban commutes and contributing to the car's overall efficiency. The Hybrid mode intelligently combines the power of the combustion engine and electric motors for optimal performance and fuel efficiency. For those seeking the utmost performance, the Sport Hybrid and Race Hybrid modes unleash the full power of the 918 Spyder, utilizing the electric motors to boost acceleration and agility.The Holy Trinity membership is underscored by the 918 Spyder’s record-setting performance on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. In 2013, the 918 Spyder lapped the iconic German track in just 6 minutes and 57 seconds, setting a new record by 14 seconds for production cars at the time. It was also the first time that any production model had lapped the track in under seven minutes. These achievements highlight the car's exceptional handling, aerodynamics and overall performance capabilities.The design of the 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder is a blend of aerodynamics and aesthetics. The body, surrounding a carbon-fiber monocoque, is constructed primarily from carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer, providing both strength and lightness. The design is not only functional but also striking, with distinctive features such as the upward-sweeping exhaust pipes and the active aerodynamic elements to optimize downforce and reduce drag at different speeds, such as with the rear carbon-fiber wing and diffuser. Notably, the roof panels can also be removed and stored in the front - - - PRODUCTION OF THE PORSCHE 918 SPYDER SPANNED 2013 THROUGH 2015 AND WAS LIMITED TO JUST 918 VEHICLES, ADDING AN EXCLUSIVITY FACTOR TO THIS ALREADY EXCEPTIONAL HYPERCAR. - - -