In the late 1980s, Porsche was commissioned by Daimler-Benz AG to create the Mercedes-Benz 500 E, a high-performance touring saloon that combined luxury with sportiness. The Birth of a Classic In 1988, Porsche took on the challenge of developing the 500 E, integrating a five-litre V8 four-valve engine from the 500 SL into the W124 … Read more
The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup kicks off the new season coming weekend at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix. Once again, the calendar includes eight races as part of the Formula 1 support programme. At the season opener in Imola, Italy, the flat-six engine of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars will run on predominantly fully synthetic … Read more
In a groundbreaking move, Porsche announces the imminent arrival of the first-ever Porsche 911 sports car for the road with a hybrid drive. After an extensive development and testing program, this innovative addition to the iconic 911 lineup is set to redefine dynamic performance on the streets. “With the introduction of a hybrid drive system … Read more
The Concours of Elegance, Europe’s premier concours d’elegance event, is proud to announce that its 2024 edition will feature one of the most historically significant Porsches of all: the original 1973 911 Turbo ‘Prototype’. This special car represents the genesis of an icon; it was the first road-going 911 to wear the ‘Turbo’ badge. The … Read more
At the highly anticipated 2024 SUN Minimeal Berlin E-Prix, Porsche will unveil its latest marvel: the Taycan Turbo GT, designated as the official Safety Car for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Representing the pinnacle of Porsche’s engineering prowess, the Taycan Turbo GT made waves earlier this year with its unprecedented performance benchmarks at … Read more
At Porsche, the GTS abbreviation stands for Gran Turismo Sport – in practice, it means an extra dose of dynamism and long-distance capability. At its core, the Cayenne is both a high-performance sports car and an all-terrain SUV. However, for the GTS models, this balance has traditionally shifted towards improved on-road capability. With a powerful … Read more
For five decades, the 911 has been the heart of the Porsche brand. Few other automobiles in the world can look back on such a long tradition and such continuity as the Porsche 911. It has been inspiring car enthusiasts the world over since its debut as the model 901 at the IAA International Automotive … Read more
Open-top driving pleasure combined with outstanding driving dynamics: Speedster variants have been part of the Porsche company history since 1952. They combine open-top driving pleasure with outstanding driving dynamics. The forefather of all these models is the 356 America Roadster. Its aluminium body was manufactured by hand at Erich Heuer Karosseriefabrik in Ullersricht near Weiden … Read more
A visit to Porsche at the Retro Classics in Stuttgart is always a journey through time. This year, the sports car manufacturer will be celebrating its anniversary ‘Beyond Performance – 50 Years of Porsche Turbo’ at the trade fair for classic car fans and sports car enthusiasts, presenting impressive exhibits from 25 to 28 … Read more
The Porsche 911 GT2 (993) stands as a pinnacle of performance and engineering within the renowned 911 lineage. Born from motorsport pedigree and honed for the street, the GT2 993 exemplifies Porsche’s relentless pursuit of automotive excellence, delivering exhilarating performance and timeless design. Design and Performance Unveiled in the mid-1990s, the Porsche 911 GT2 (993) … Read more