Denza joins Abeifa in Brazil On May 25, it was reported that Denza joined the Brazilian Association of Importers and Manufacturers of Motor Vehicles (Abeifa), becoming its 14th affiliated member and reinforcing the presence of Chinese brands in Brazil’s automotive market. Denza, the luxury brand of BYD, enters the association alongside premium and niche manufacturers such as Aston Martin, Porsche, and Volvo. The move reflects its strategy to st...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/27

Porsche uses Robotic Axle Inspection System at Leipzig plant, Germany On May 22, Porsche announced that it uses an automated inspection system that combines robots with human expertise to ensure quality. At the Porsche Leipzig plant, newly assembled axles are checked by four robotic arms. They scan and inspect up to 130 points on each axle in 80 seconds. Using cameras and sensors, they detect even tiny defects that could affect performance. The s...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/26

Porsche AG moves to close three subsidiaries impacting over 500 jobs On May 8, Porsche AG announced that it is taking further steps in its strategic restructuring by planning to shut down three subsidiaries i.e., Cellforce Group GmbH, Porsche eBike Performance GmbH, and Cetitec GmbH. Altogether, these changes will impact more than 500 employees. Cellforce Group GmbH no longer fits into Porsche’s long-term plans under its flexible powertrain str...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Porsche AG to merge Car-IT division with R&D division from July 2026 On May 7, Porsche AG announced that it is reorganising its executive board by reducing divisions from eight to seven. The Car-IT division will be closed on June 19, 2026, and merged into the Research and Development division from July 1, 2026. The current Car-IT board member will step down but will continue working with Porsche through a software partnership. Porsche’s Car-IT ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

Auto China 2026: Porsche announces world premiere of new Cayenne Coupé Electric On April 24, Porsche announced the world premiere of the new Cayenne Coupe Electric at Auto China 2026. The Cayenne Electric Coupe has a three-tier lineup of SUV models. •    Cayenne Coupe Electric - producing 300 kW, overboost power with Launch Control 325 kW (442 PS), 0 – 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed 230 km/h•    Cayenne S Coupe Electric - producing...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Porsche sells its stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group to international consortium On April 24, Porsche announced that it will sell its equity stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group to a consortium led by HOF Capital, a New York-based investment firm. Completion of the transaction remains subject to customary conditions and regulatory clearances by the relevant authorities. Completion is expected to occur before the end of 2026. Porsche and R...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

ding around the vehicles, and many hosts also carried out live-stream selling for the Zeekr 8X. During the event, Gan Jiayue, CEO of Geely Auto Group, stated that when it comes to mid-to-large SUVs with ultimate performance, people often think of classic ICE models, such as BMW M, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche 911, while Chinese brands have rarely been included. In the new energy vehicle era, China’s automotive industry needs a high-performance fla...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

Pirelli develops new tire for Porsche 911 Turbo S On April 15, Pirelli announced that it has developed a new P Zero R tire specifically for the Porsche 911 Turbo S. It features a compound derived directly from Pirelli’s experience in motorsport. The rear axle uses 325/30 ZR 21 tires, 10 mm wider than the previous generation. The front axle retains 255/35 ZR 20 tires.  The tire provides optimal grip in dry conditions. It ensures consistent trac...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

design style. JETTA brand will introduce a new all-electric car. Audi will reveal the exterior design of its second production model, AUDI E7X, while the interior will be shown later at the exhibition. Audi will also display the updated Audi A6L, the electric Audi A6L e-tron, and AUDI E5 Sportback. Porsche will also debut a new model from its all-electric Porsche Cayenne family.  During the media event, the company also demonstrated advanced ADA...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

), Tesla (338), iCaur (257), and Zeekr (177). The rest of the top 10 included MG (112), Volvo (90), Xpeng (72), BMW (67), and Leapmotor (60), while the remaining top 20 comprised TQ Wuling (49), Honda (34), Denza (27), MINI (26), Great Wall Motor (26), Dongfeng (23), Mercedes-Benz (19), smart (18), Porsche (14), and Neta (13). By model, the Proton eMas 5 led with 2,071 registrations in March, followed by the BYD Atto 3 (441), Proton eMas 7 (306),...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

ivian USD 1 billion, with further payments over time as it reached “technological milestones”, such as completion of winter testing in 2026. Volkswagen Group said it plans to build on this milestone in its next development phases, which will more closely involve individual Group brands Audi and Porsche. VW will be sending software specialists to “RV Tech locations like Palo Alto” to deepen their understanding of the joint venture’s arch...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

ialists will work at RV Tech locations, including Palo Alto (USA), to learn about the new architecture and coding system. After returning to Wolfsburg, these specialists will share their knowledge with development teams to help integrate brand-specific features faster into future vehicles. Audi and Porsche are also planning similar training programs. Based on Volkswagen Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

PowerX’s battery-powered ultrafast charger adopted for first time by Porsche dealer; expansion to multiple Porsche dealers planned PowerX Inc. (PowerX), a provider of electric vehicle chargers, said on March 26 that it has delivered its battery-powered ultrafast charger “Hypercharger” to the Porsche Center Nagoya Certified Pre‑Owned Center operated by PCN Corporation (PCN) in Naka Ward, Nagoya. This marks the first adoption of the product...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Porsche sees high business risks from global geopolitical conflicts On March 11, Porsche AG announced that the conflicts in the Middle East could directly and indirectly affect its business. These tensions may disrupt important shipping routes, which could impact supply chains. To reduce risks, the company has prepared alternative logistics routes. The ongoing geopolitical situation, Porsche still considers these risks to be high. The company als...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

obile (including Nevo, Deepal and Avatr), Geely, Chery (Omoda & Jaecoo and Lepas), Dongfeng Motor (Forthing), Maxus, and Geely Riddara; Japanese brands including Toyota and Lexus, Mazda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan, Honda, and Suzuki; as well as other global marques such as Audi, BMW and MINI, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla, Ford, Jeep, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Aston Martin, Maserati, Volvo Cars, Hyundai, and Kia. Among the exhibitors, two-whe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Porsche unveils high-tech battery manufacturing for next-gen Cayenne EV in Horná Streda, Slovakia On March 17, Porsche announced that it is making battery modules for the new Cayenne Electric at its Smart Battery Shop in Horna Streda, Slovakia. The facility has been upgraded into a modern technical center that supports Porsche in developing both products and manufacturing processes. Each battery module is made by combining 32 battery cells. Six ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

1,802 registrations, ahead of BYD (469), iCaur (294), MG (206), and Zeekr (191).  The rest of the top 10 included Tesla (144), Leapmotor (90), XPeng (75), TQ Wuling (66), and Volvo (46), while the remaining top 20 comprised BMW, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Great Wall Motor, Dongfeng, smart, Denza, Honda, Porsche, and Chery.  By model, the Proton eMas 5 dominated with 1,562 registrations in February, followed by the Proton eMas 7 (240), iCaur V23 (179)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

is the outlook for the U.S. business, including Scout and Audi production?  A. [Oliver Blume] We are making progress across all plants with clear cost-reduction targets. Capacity adjustments are necessary because the European market is about 15% smaller than before COVID. Across Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and CARIAD we plan to eliminate around 50,000 jobs including aforementioned 35,000 jobs for Volkswagen as part of the transformation program a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

VW Group to cut 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 On March 10, VW Group announced its plans to cut about 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 to reduce costs during its presentation of its 2025 annual results. The job cuts will affect brands including VW, Audi, Porsche, and CARIAD. As part of this plan, the Group will also reduce annual production capacity of 700,000 units. VW Group said the Middle East conflict is not affecting its supply chain, but it c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Porsche AG revamps Strategy 2035 amid challenging market outlook On March 11, Porsche AG announced at its annual press conference that it is updating their product strategy, simplifying its management structure, and reducing costs across the company. As part of its Strategy 2035, Porsche is considering expanding its product lineup to grow in higher-profit segments. This could include new models positioned above its current two-door sports cars an...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11