[New for 2022] TAG Heuer's second collaboration with Porsche, the "Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition"

NEWS News
2022.04.06

Based on TAG Heuer's iconic Carrera Sport Chronograph, the TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition is equipped with the company's own Calibre Heuer 02, making it a model that delivers excellent performance.

Manufactured at TAG Heuer's factory in Chevenet, the movement is made up of 168 components, including a traditional column wheel and a modern vertical clutch, ensuring not only the highest accuracy but also an impressive power reserve of approximately 80 hours.

TAG Heuer "Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition"

TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition

TAG Heuer "Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition"
Automatic (caliber Heuer 02). 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 80 hours. Stainless steel (diameter 44mm, thickness 14mm). Water resistant to 100m. 836,000 yen (tax included). Limited to 1500 pieces worldwide. On sale from April.


911 Carrera and TAG Heuer

TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition

The Carrera Panamericana is known as one of the most dangerous races in the world, and this legendary race had a profound impact on both Porsche and TAG Heuer. Porsche named one of its models Carrera, and Jack Heuer, inspired by the race's beautiful sound, named his new 1963 chronograph after the Carrera. From that point on, the 911 Carrera and TAG Heuer Carrera watches have each become legendary and icons for car and watch enthusiasts worldwide.

 The yellow color is used in various elements of this timepiece, but it is the yellow of Porsche's racing cars, a color reserved for the brand's sportiest models. This yellow can be seen on the Porsche logo on the bezel, the crown, the subtle graphic details on the dial, and the seconds hand. This color is also present in the Super-LumiNova fluorescent color, which gives it a vivid yellow glow in the dark.


TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition

 Black is another key color of this limited edition, highlighting the brightness of the yellow through a contrasting effect. To give the timepiece a sporty chic touch, TAG Heuer and Porsche designers combined different textures of black.

 The two black asphalt-effect subdials are a TAG Heuer innovation, also featured on the previous TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Chronograph, created in 2021 to officially announce the partnership between TAG Heuer and Porsche.

TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition

 The case is crafted from diamond-like carbon (DLC), giving it a very elegant, deep black finish and unwavering durability, while the black dial features a texture inspired by the metallic bodywork of racing cars, adding a shiny effect.

TAG Heuer Carrera x Porsche Limited Edition

 Another element carried over from the 2021 model is the newly designed rotor, a tribute to Porsche's famous steering wheel. It's clearly visible through the transparent caseback, marked "Porsche" and "TAG Heuer," and its touches of black and yellow create a harmonious look for the watch.


Contact info: LVMH Watch & Jewelry Japan TAG Heuer Tel. 03-5635-7054


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