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Hans Herrmann, a legendary Porsche racing driver known for his victories at Le Mans and other major endurance races, passed away at age 97. His career included over 80 wins and a historic victory at the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans, cementing his legacy in motorsport history. Porsche and the racing community mourn his loss.
The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S is the most powerful production 911 ever, boasting 711 hp with a hybrid drivetrain, advanced aerodynamics, and record-breaking Nürburgring lap times, while maintaining versatility as a daily driver.
The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, despite its outdated tech, offers an exhilarating driving experience focused on pure driving pleasure, with minimal distractions and a powerful flat-six engine, making it one of the last of its kind before newer electric models take over.
Jeff Zwart, a seasoned racer, called the East African Safari Classic Rally the hardest event he's ever participated in, highlighting the challenging terrain and his experience racing a vintage Porsche 911 across Africa, finishing 17th amidst tough conditions and car issues.
Porsche restored a 20-year-old Carrera GT to near-new condition with a custom Salzburg racing livery inspired by the 1970 Porsche 917, including a full mechanical overhaul and bespoke interior details, highlighting the model's enduring performance and collector appeal.
Porsche switched from air-cooled to water-cooled engines in 1997 primarily due to stricter emission regulations, the need for more power and better cooling, and cost efficiencies. The last air-cooled 911 was the 993 model, launched in 1993, which marked the end of an era celebrated for its unique charm and engineering.
A YouTuber upgraded the rear of a first-generation Porsche Panamera Turbo by installing modern LED taillights that mimic newer models, improving its appearance without bodywork modifications, and is also working on enhancing its exhaust sound.
Porsche is reversing its plan to make the next-generation 718 Boxster and Cayman electric-only, instead reintroducing petrol engines by adapting the EV platform to accommodate internal combustion engines, as part of a strategic shift to boost production efficiency and meet market demands.
Porsche has patented a unique W-shaped engine design with three cylinder banks and three turbos, potentially an 18-cylinder engine, but it is unlikely to be produced for consumer cars due to high costs and limited market appeal.
Porsche's Sonderwunsch program has unveiled the 911 GT3 'Ocelot,' a bespoke vehicle inspired by the Amazon rainforest, celebrating Latin America's biodiversity and Porsche's 25-year presence in the region, featuring unique colors, materials, and design elements that honor the area's natural and cultural heritage.
The article explains that Porsche's left-side ignition placement is primarily due to postwar resource conservation and tradition, not a racing advantage, and highlights the inconsistency of ignition placement in Porsche's racing and road cars over the years.
Volkswagen's CEO Oliver Blume announced that the company currently has enough chip supply, despite ongoing global shortages and a Chinese export ban on finished products from Nexperia, which affects European automakers. Blume emphasized the fragility of the current chip crisis and called for a swift political solution. Meanwhile, Porsche faces significant challenges with declining sales in China and U.S. tariffs, leading to a substantial third-quarter loss, but expects a positive trend from 2026. Blume also plans to step down as Porsche CEO in 2026, with Michael Leiters as his successor.
Porsche's operating profit plummeted 99% in the first nine months of 2025 due to market challenges, tariffs, and strategic product realignment. The current gas-powered Macan will end production in mid-2026, with a new hybrid and electric model planned. Despite financial struggles, Porsche maintains strong cash flow and is adjusting pricing strategies to offset tariff impacts.
Porsche AG reported strong net cash flow of 1.34 billion euros in Q3 2025 despite challenging market conditions, driven by strategic realignment and record deliveries, especially in North America and emerging markets. The company is focusing on long-term profitability by expanding its electrified vehicle range and adjusting its product platform, with expected improvements from 2026 onward. However, it faced significant expenses and a sharp decline in operating profit for the first nine months of 2025.
Porsche has appointed a former McLaren executive as its new chief, signaling a strategic leadership change in the automotive industry.