Porsche Taycan Turbo GT makes its entrance with new lap record at Laguna Seca

Porsche is expanding its Taycan lineup with the introduction of two new high-performance models — the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package. Both variants prioritize performance with increased power output, enhanced aerodynamics, and lightweight construction elements. The Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package established itself as a record […]

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Tesla, Porsche sought out for guidance on data flow rules in China

As China prepares to implement new regulations on data security and the cross-border flow of information, Tesla and Porsche are some of the first foreign companies being sought out to share input on the proposals. Officials in Shanghai are looking to enact strict regulations on cross-border data flow by March, and they’re asking for help […]

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Porsche premieres Macan EV: 161 MPH top speed, 3.1s 0-60, 100 kWh battery

Porsche unveiled its Macan EV today, bringing its second all-electric car to market and releasing some interesting details regarding its performance and power. Ten years after the launch of the Macan, Porsche is bringing the vehicle in what it calls “a bold new direction.” Porsche has kept a lot of the same design features with […]

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Rivian adds Apple and Porsche alum for future platforms

Rivian has added a former Apple and Porsche alum to lead product strategy for the R2 and R3 platforms. Jonas Reinke has overtaken the Vice President of Product Management role at Rivian after leaving Apple late last year. He confirmed the move on his LinkedIn: “Earlier this month, I said goodbye to friends and colleagues […]

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Tesla Cybertruck’s claim to outdrag Porsche 911 while towing one challenged

Tesla put out a major claim during its Cybertruck unveiling event in late November when it stated that it was able to out-drag race a Porsche 911 while towing the same vehicle. YouTube channel Engineering Explained has challenged the claim, stating that the Cybertruck is not faster than the Porsche, at least not while towing one. […]

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Porsche Taycan pre-series unit runs 7:07.55 lap around Nurburgring

Porsche has unleashed a beast on the Nürburgring. Piloted by Porsche development driver Lars Kern, a pre-production Taycan completed a lap around the Green Hell in 7:07.55. That’s a whopping 26 seconds faster than the Porsche Taycan Turbo S Sport with performance package’s lap in August 2022.  Kevin Giek, VP of the Taycan model line, […]

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