MHP and V4Smart launch fully digitalized battery cell production system in Germany On October 29, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, announced that V4Smart, the joint venture of Porsche and Varta, has built a fully digitalized cloud-based production system to mass-produce first automotive cylindrical battery cells in Germany. Using a Software-Defined Manufacturing approach, the IT setup was completed in 10 months, allowing flexible, efficient, and easily...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

e quarters rises significantly from 8% to 11% compared to the previous year, climbing from 12% to 20% in Western Europe. The rise in orders is mainly driven by new models across all powertrains, including the VW ID.7 Tourer, VW Transporter/ Multivan, CUPRA Terramar, Skoda Elroq, Audi Q6 e-tron, and Porsche 911. BEV orders surged 64% and made up around 22% of total orders in Western Europe. Worldwide, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) deliver...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

IAA Mobility 2025: Porsche unveils Porsche 911 Turbo S with T-Hybrid Powertrain On September 7, Porsche unveiled the new 911 Turbo S, the top model of the 911 series, at IAA Mobility in Munich. It is available as a coupé (two-seater,) and cabriolet (2+2 seating), it comes with more power, sharper design, smarter aerodynamics, a refined chassis, and exclusive features. The sports car uses a lightweight 400V T-Hybrid powertrain which generates out...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

orizon Robotics, Dassault Systèmes, and VDA will discuss software-defined vehicles, infotainment, and automated driving. Urban Mobility Day (September 12): The event closes with talks on urban mobility, showing how AI-based transport solutions and autonomous shuttles (with MOIA) can ease traffic. Porsche will debut the new 911 top model and showcase a new home charging innovation for e-mobility. Audi will present a visionary concept car at Witt...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Porsche, MINI lead in 2025 J.D. Power U.S. APEAL Study On July 24, J.D. Power released its 2025 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, which was based on responses from 92,964 owners of new 2025 model-year vehicles who were surveyed after 90 days of ownership. Overall satisfaction was 851 (on a 1,000-point scale), an increase of 4 points from a year ago and the highest level since the study was last redesigned in 2020. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/26

Porsche expands 911 lineup with new all-wheel-drive Carrera 4S models On July 2, Porsche announced that it has expanded the 911 lineup with three new all-wheel-drive models, i.e., the 911 Carrera 4S in coupé, cabriolet, and Targa versions. This brings the total number of AWD 911 variants to six, offering better traction in bad weather. All new versions use the upgraded 3.0-litre twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine from the Carrera S, which gene...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

models that ranked highest in their segment were Ford Escape, Ford F-150, Ford Mustang and Ford Super Duty.     • Honda Motor Company models that ranked highest in their segment were Acura Integra, Acura RDX and Honda Odyssey.     • Volkswagen AG had the highest-ranking model overall, the Porsche 911, with 116 PP100. (J.D. Power release on June 26, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/28

Pirelli develops bespoke P Zero R for Porsche 911 GTS Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. (Pirelli) has developed a bespoke version of the P Zero R tire for the new Porsche 911 GTS, the first hybrid-powered model in the Porsche 911 range. The new tire balances sportiness with everyday usability. Its newly designed compound ensures an excellent grip across various surfaces and in all weather conditions, especially in wet conditions. The tread pattern reduces nois...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

Auto Shanghai 2025: Porsche presents 911 Spirit 70 and GT3 version On April 24, Porsche showcased two special versions of its 911 models i.e., the 911 Spirit 70 and the 911 GT3 in the Auto Shanghai 2025. The display featured nine classic Porsche cars on a 1970s meets modern themed stand, highlighting the 911 Spirit 70—the third model in Porsche’s Heritage Design collector series. Porsche 911 Spirit 70 is limited to 1,500 units, based on the 9...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

l 2++ functions for both urban and highway scenarios and will be available on compact vehicles starting in 2026, paving the way for future Level 3 capabilities. By 2027, Volkswagen plans to launch over 20 NEV models in China, and around 30 fully electric models by 2030. The event also showcased the Porsche 911 GT3, Lamborghini Temerario, Bentley Continental GT Convertible Azure, and Ducati motorcycles. Executives emphasized China’s role as a gl...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Porsche enhances digital experience with upgraded PCM system and new features On March 26, Porsche announced that it is enhancing the digital experience in the 911, Taycan, Panamera, and Cayenne models with a revised Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system for the new model year. The updated system is faster, offers better performance, and now includes access to the Porsche App Center. The new features include Dolby Atmos for improved sound...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

MHP and Innoactive, Munich unveil XR Streaming Platform at NVIDIA GTC AI conference, US On March 17, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary announced that it will showcase visualization technology in collaboration with Innoactive, Munich at the NVIDIA GTC AI conference in California from March 17-21, 2025. Their XR Streaming platform quickly streams large 3D datasets to devices such as Apple Vision Pro. Built on NVIDIA Omniverse, the technology helps create a...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

d Mr. Arno Antlitz (CFO and COO of Volkswagen Group) presented the sales and financial results of the VW Group in 2024, as well as the outlook for 2025 and beyond. Overview of 2024 Volkswagen Group successfully introduced over 30 new models across all segments in 2024, including the Audi Q6 e-tron, Porsche Macan Electric, VW Tiguan, Cupra Terramar, Skoda Superb, etc. The Group delivered over 9 million vehicles worldwide, slightly below the previo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/18

Porsche acquires V4Drive business unit from Varta, Germany On March 4, Porsche AG announced that it has acquired V4Drive GmbH from the VARTA AG Group, becoming the majority shareholder. VARTA AG will keep a minority stake but without operational influence. Both companies are joining forces to develop high-performance cylindrical cells. V4Drive is being renamed to V4Smart, highlighting the realignment of the company and emphasizing its broader app...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Porsche launches new 911 and Macan BEV models in Egypt On February 2, Porsche launched the new 911 and all-electric Macan at a private event held at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Egypt. The all-new Porsche Macan BEV comes with a 100-kWh high voltage battery, offering up to 250 kW of power and 563 Nm of maximum torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.7 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 220 kmph. Based on Porsche press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/11

Bharat Mobility 2025: Porsche India sales grew by 10% in CY 2024, launches new Macan and Taycan BEVs On January 17, Porsche India announced that it sold 1,006 units during January-December 2024, marking over a 10% increase compared to the previous year. The sales of Porsche's two-door sports cars, including the 911, 718 Cayman, and Boxster, rose by 95% to 156 units. SUVs contributed 71% of total sales, with 454 units of the Cayenne and 259 units ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

ce transport. Cummins will present a direct injection 6.7-liter hydrogen engine, Volvo a 17-liter hydrogen combustion engine with low-pressure direct injection for heavy-duty commercial vehicles and MAN will be presenting a 30-liter V12 engine. Lamborghini will show its biturbo V8 hybrid engine and Porsche the hybridization of its 911 and a new six-cylinder boxer engine. BRP-Rotax will provide insights into its new electric and hybrid drive conce...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/10

Porsche launches 911 Carrera S with enhanced power, performance, and features On January 8, Posche announced that it is relaunching the 911 Carrera S, with significant power upgrade, enhanced performance, driving dynamics and additional equipment options compared to the 911 Carrera. The vehicle is available to order as a Coupé or Cabriolet with rear-wheel drive.  The vehicle features a 3.0-liter turbocharged boxer engine paired with an eight-sp...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/09

Porsche India to showcase its India launches at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 On January 2, Porsche India announced that it will debut at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 which is scheduled in New Delhi from January 17 to 22, 2025. It will showcase the newly launched 911 and the Panamera GTS at the event and a lineup of vehicles, including the India premiere of the new all-electric SUV Macan BEV and the Taycan E segment coupe EV. Based on...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/02

Porsche unveils latest generation of 911 Carrera T Coupé On October 29, Porsche unveiled the 911 Carrera T, with ‘T’ stands for Touring. The vehicle is now available as a cabriolet for the first time. The vehicle is lighter, sportier Carrera model includes weight-saving measures, dynamic tuning, and reducing weight to 1,478 kg in its lightest configuration—over 40 kg lighter than the standard 911 Carrera. The vehicle is powered by a 3.0-li...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/30