A rare opportunity is giving sports car enthusiasts a chance to win one of Porsche’s most driver-focused modern models while supporting the preservation of global racing history.
At the center of the sweepstakes is a brand-new 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera T, a variant that leans heavily into the brand’s long-standing philosophy of lightweight design and driver engagement. The Carrera T is built for purists, blending modern performance with traditional Porsche involvement in a way few contemporary sports cars still attempt.
Power comes from a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six, producing 388 horsepower and sending it to the rear wheels through a 7-speed manual transmission. Porsche estimates a 0–60 mph time of roughly 4.3 seconds, with a top speed near 183 mph. True to its Touring-focused mission, the Carrera T eliminates the rear seats to save weight and sharpen handling response.
The car is also equipped with advanced performance technology, including rear-axle steering and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV), both designed to enhance cornering precision and stability at speed. Inside, sport-focused details such as GT Sport steering wheel and sport seats reinforce the car’s purpose as a machine meant to be driven, not merely admired.
Adding to the appeal, the sweepstakes prize package includes a two-day High Performance Drivers Education (HPDE) experience at Watkins Glen International, one of North America’s most iconic road courses. The experience is hosted by the Niagara Region of the Porsche Club of America and is designed to help drivers of all skill levels safely explore high-performance driving techniques in a controlled track environment.
The sweepstakes serves as a fundraiser for the International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), a nonprofit organization based in Watkins Glen, New York. The IMRRC is dedicated to preserving motorsports history through an extensive archive of books, magazines, race records, photographs, posters, and other historical materials. Its resources are used by researchers, authors, filmmakers, and racing historians worldwide.
Key dates and details include:
Entry deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST on December 22, 2025
Drawing date: December 30, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m. EST
Drawing location: International Motor Racing Research Center, Watkins Glen, NY
Cash alternative: If fundraising minimums are not met, the winner may opt for $75,000 in cash instead of the vehicle
Entries are available online through the TapKat sweepstakes platform at various donation levels, with higher donations providing additional entries. No purchase is required to enter, and mail-in entry options are also available.
For Porsche fans and motorsports enthusiasts alike, the 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera T sweepstakes offers a compelling mix of modern performance, hands-on driving experience, and meaningful support for the preservation of racing’s past.
