As we're quickly learning, the range of an EV is only as useful as the charging network it depends upon. Once the network is dense and widely distributed, an EV will be as versatile as a combustion engined car, and Porsche is spearheading this expansion. This new Saxon facility features six internal quick-charging points, all of which contribute …
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Next Generation Macan to be All-Electric
It seems as though the current-generation Macan only just arrived. Though the new model has been in production for just a few months, Porsche is already looking to the future with an eye towards sustainability. Following updates to the Leipzig plant, Macan will follow both the Taycan and Taycan Cross Turismo into the electric vehicle …
Continue to the full articleTaking Cues from the World’s Greatest Tracks: Porsche’s Leipzig
Taking the best from some of the most challenging racetracks in the world, Leipzig is an FIA-certified fantasy land for road racers of all stripes. Designed by Hermann Tilke, a former racer best known for his creation of numerous circuits on the F1 calendar, Leipzig mimics some of the world's most famous corners for a uniquely challenging …
Continue to the full articleMagnus Walker Takes a Tour of Porsche Leipzig
Of all the modern celebrities associated with Porsche, there are few non-race drivers with the same sort of relationship with the marque as Magnus Walker. Even Mark Webber struggles to drum up the same sort of fanfare as the bearded outlaw who, among other things, has made a name for himself thanks to a big personality and his stunning cars—which …
Continue to the full articleThrashing the Cayman S With Porsche Driving Experience
What better way to get a feel for the 718 Cayman S than by thrashing it at Leipzig under the tutelage of a Porsche instructor? Travel and fashion blogger Steve Booker is one fortunate soul who, in attending the Porsche Track Experience, gets to learn the Cayman S with the assistance of a sodden skidpad, some of the world's best corners, and a …
Continue to the full articleCould Supply Chain Trouble Strangle Porsche’s Hybrid Panamera Supply?
Just a few days ago, Porsche issued a report stating that as much as 60% of Panamera customers, in some markets, are purchasing hybrid models. Between the Panamera S E-Hybrid and the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid, there are two electrified models of Porsche's big luxury touring sedan to choose from, and they've both proven to be quite popular. In …
Continue to the full article7 Questions With Porsche’s “Master of Race Tracks”, Hermann Tilke
Most Formula 1 fans are familiar with Hermann Tilke, or at least familiar with his tracks. As the founder of Tilke Engineers and Architects, Tilke and his firm are but one of four designers recognized by the FIA. His designs include tracks like Sepang International Circuit, Bahrain International Circuit, Shanghai International Circuit, Istanbul …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Looking to Hire 1000 New Employees
If you want to work for Porsche now is a great time to take send in your resume. Starting today, in preparation for production of the new Macan, Porsche is planning on hiring 1000 production workers for permanent positions at their plant in Leipzig. “We have a new addition to our model family – now we're looking for qualified and highly …
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