A Michelin-guided, sustainable road trip with Porsche

Today, the Michelin Guide is an ever-present companion on our phones, its stars a beacon of light leading us to the best places to eat around the world. But the guide was originally created with motorists in mind, ranking dining spots as to whether they were worth a stop or a detour on a long car journey, or whether a meal even warranted a special trip. From the slim paper volumes the tyre manufacturer handed out to drivers in the early days of the 20th century to the interactive map used today, it has helped people discover some of the best places in the world to eat; and it is more than worth setting out on a road trip throughout the UK to find some of these spots for yourself.

Of course, the success of a road trip relies on more than where you stop off to eat, and driving a Porsche makes even the most mundane of journeys a joy. Porsche and Michelin have enjoyed close links since 1969, a partnership that has been significantly stepped up in the past two decades. As part of this collaboration, Porsche trusts in Michelin’s expertise to develop tyres that have been tailor-made for every range of vehicle, ensuring that, with some precise fine tuning, the interaction between each model of car body and tyres can be continuously optimised. Only these tyres receive the highly coveted N-marking, a signifier of performance, safety and driving pleasure – all of which Michelin can provide.

Both brands are united in their continuous quest for the utmost quality and perfection, to the benefit of every Porsche enthusiast. The Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid in particular is an unbeatable option when embarking on a journey to discover some of the UK’s best gastronomic spots. Sporty, smart and – thanks to its hybrid battery power, more eco-friendly than ever – it promises a superior driving experience regardless of your destination.

These are some of the best and most sustainable Michelin-starred spots in the UK to take your Porsche Cayenne – fitted with Michelin N-rated tyres, of course – for a spin.