Following his successful expansion of the subsidiary in China since 2007 Helmut Bröker is set to take over the leadership of the sales region Overseas and Growth Markets(Middle East, Africa, India, South-East Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Japan and Latin America) as of 1 July 2013. Deesch Papke, who has successfully developed this sales region over the last two years, will in turn be appointed as the new CEO of Porsche in China. "Over the past years Helmut Bröker and Deesch Papke have proven that they, along with their teams, can turn far-reaching responsibility into profitable growth for Porsche," said Bernhard Maier, Member of the Board Sales and Marketing at Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. "We would like to thank them both for this and wish them continued success in their new roles and markets."

Helmut Bröker (56) has a background in the cross-continental automotive industry stretching back over 26 years; before joining Porsche in 2007 he worked for many years for BMW in Asia, Australia, Middle East and North America. Over the past six years since his appointment at Porsche the number of shipments of the sports car manufacturer in China, Hongkong and Macau has increased more than six-fold, from 4,856 in 2007 to more than 31,205 vehicles in 2012. This makes China the second largest market for the Porsche brand.

Deesch Papke (51) can also call on many years of experience in various markets and brands in the global automotive industry. Before joining Porsche, he held management roles at Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Land Rover and Volvo in South Africa and in Russia. He joined the sports car manufacturer in 2005 as head of the subsidiary Porsche Middle East and Africa in Dubai. During his time as head of the entire sales region Overseas and Growth Markets Mr. Papke increased the number of shipments to over 22,000 in 2012.

"The international exchange and the redeployment of experience of our sales leaders supports the future growth targets of the Porsche Strategy 2018 and ensures that know-how is passed on within the sales organisations", added Mr. Maier in the light of the staff changes. In the second half of the year we will see the following new appointments within the sales regions:

Joe Lawrence (44), currently Managing Director at Porsche Canada, will be appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Porsche Cars North America, making him responsible for the largest single market for the sports car manufacturer with over 35,000 of more than 141,000 shipped vehicles at last count. His successor at Porsche Canada will be announced soon. In the growth region Overseas and Growth Markets,for which Helmut Bröker will be assuming responsibility, Michael Bartsch (54), currently COO for North America, will take over as Managing Director of Porsche Cars Australia. His predecessor in this role, Michael Winkler (50) will also be taking on a new international sales function. Christer Ekberg (57), currently Managing Director of Porsche Asia Pacific, is to become the new Managing Director of Porsche Middle East and Africa. George Wills (46) will be relocating from Dubai to take over as Managing Director of Porsche Latin America from Matthias Brück (41), who has expanded and consolidated Porsche's position in the growth markets of Middle South America in recent years. He will also be assuming a new management position as Managing Director.

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“With our globally popular products and evenly spread international sales we were also able to add further growth in April,” pointed out Bernhard Maier, Member of the Executive Board Sales and Marketing of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Nevertheless we are monitoring the market fluctuations very closely and continue to proceed cautiously.”

Demand continues to be strong:Porsche achieved growth in April in every region. The model leading the way this month is once again the Cayenne: 7,536 of the sporty off-road vehicles were handed over to customers – a fourth more in comparison with the same month last year. The current 911 generation will be gaining two new family members from this September: the top 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S models. So far this year, sales of the iconic sports car already exceed 10,000. Since 1963, the total number of 911 cars produced is over 840,000 – two thirds of which are still in use on the roads all over the world.

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Wolfgang Porsche was born in Stuttgart on May 10, 1943, the youngest son of Dorothea and Ferry Porsche, the founder of the Porsche sports car brand. His grandfather was the brilliant automotive design engineer who shaped the history of the car history with his Stuttgart automotive design engineering office. Wolfgang Porsche spent the first six and a half years of his life at the so-called “Schüttgut” in Zell am See, Austria, the estate of his grandfather Ferdinand Porsche. The family, and the company, returned to Stuttgart in 1950. Wolfgang obtained his Abitur (higher school-leaving certificate) in 1965. He also passed his journeyman's examination as a metalworker. Afterwards, Porsche obtained his degree in Business Administration from the Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration. He received his doctorate in International Business in 1973.

At first, Dr. Wolfgang Porsche went into business as an independent entrepreneur: As Managing Director of JAMOTO, he became general importer of Yamaha motorbikes in Austria. He returned to Germany in 1976 and worked at the Daimler-Benz AG in Stuttgart as manager in various areas of domestic and foreign sales. In 1978, he was appointed a member of the Supervisory Board of Porsche AG, taking over the position of Chairman in 2007. He was also appointed Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Porsche Automobil Holding SE at its incorporation in June 2007. In addition, Dr. Wolfgang Porsche has been a member of the Supervisory Board of Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg, since April 24, 2008.

Upon the death of his father Ferry in 1998, he was selected spokesman by the Porsche family. The father of four lives alternatively in Salzburg and the “Schüttgut” in Zell am See, which he acquired from the family estate. There, in Salzburger Land, he operates an Alpine organic farm with around 200 dairy cows. An ardent hunter, he has always felt close to nature. His enthusiasm for sports cars has been the focus of his life from his very early youth on. Over the course of decades, a private collection of vintage cars has evolved that contains numerous very rare Porsche vehicles, which he drives regularly.

Dr. Wolfgang Porsche has received numerous honours for his services to business. In 2005, he was awarded the “Great Golden Medal for Services to the Republic of Austria” by the Chancellor of Austria, the highest award granted by his homeland. For his services to the federal state of Baden-Württemberg, he received the Gold “Staufermedaille” Award. At the onset of 2012, Dr. Wolfgang Porsche was appointed Honorary Senator of Salzburg University and was admitted to the University's Council in 2013.

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Résultat : la nouvelle 911 Turbo S passe largement en dessous de la barre des 7 min 30 pour parcourir la boucle Nord du circuit du Nürburgring – avec des pneumatiques de série. Pour une expérience de conduite encore plus intense,
le « Sound Symposer » disponible de série, permet de profiter de la sonorité du moteur turbo dans l’habitacle via une membrane.

Surcroît de puissance, réduction de la consommation de 16 %

L’amélioration de la performance en terme de motricité tient au perfectionnement des moteurs et à la mise en œuvre d’une nouvelle transmission intégrale PTM. Le 6 cylindres 3,8 litres suralimenté avec injection directe d’essence délivre 520 ch (383 kW) sur la 911 Turbo, et 560 ch (412 kW) sur la Turbo S. Une fois encore, Porsche est le seul constructeur à associer double turbo à géométrie variable et moteur à essence.
La transmission de la force motrice s’effectue via la boîte de vitesses à double embrayage à 7 rapports (PDK), qui permet désormais de disposer des fonctions d’arrêt et de redémarrage automatique du moteur (start-stop) en phase de ralentissement avant un arrêt par inertie ainsi qu’en mode croisière. Avec le nouveau système de gestion thermique du moteur turbo et la boîte PDK, la consommation en cycle européen des deux nouveaux modèles Turbo s’établit à 9,7 l/100 km, en baisse jusqu’à 16 %.

Nouvelle transmission intégrale à commande électrohydraulique

Pour une répartition de la force motrice plus rapide et plus précise entre les deux essieux, Porsche a développé une nouvelle transmission intégrale (PTM) à embrayage multidisque à commande électronique. Ce système est doté d’un nouveau refroidissement par eau qui permet ainsi de délivrer, en cas de besoin, un surcroît de couple sur le train avant. Par ailleurs, l’optimisation de l’interaction entre moteur, boîte de vitesse et transmission intégrale confère aux nouvelles 911 une accélération encore plus vive : la 911 Turbo abat ainsi le 0 à 100 km/h en 3,2 secondes avec le pack Sport Chrono Plus disponible en option, soit un dixième de seconde de moins que l’ancienne 911 Turbo S. La nouvelle Turbo S franchit quant à elle le 0 à 100 km/ en 3,1 secondes seulement. La vitesse de pointe des deux modèles s’établit à 318 km/h.

La caisse la plus large de toutes les 911

Plus que jamais, les deux nouveaux fleurons de la gamme affichent fièrement leurs promesses de performance : les ailes arrière caractéristiques, sont encore élargies de 28 mm sur la nouvelle génération 911 Turbo par rapport aux modèles 911 Carrera 4.
Parmi les autres caractéristiques visuelles, les jantes forgées bicolores 20 pouces, avec écrou central sur la 911 Turbo S. La Turbo S est également dotée de nouveaux phares avant à DEL avec feux de jour 4 points et feux de route directionnels, deux fonctions également disponibles en option pour la 911 Turbo.

Des roues arrière directrices pour une meilleure maniabilité

L’introduction des roues arrière directrices sur tous les modèles Turbo améliore considérablement l’agilité des deux nouvelles sportives, à la fois sur circuit et sur route. Ce système comporte deux actionneurs électromécaniques qui remplacent, à droite et à gauche de l’essieu arrière, les traditionnels bras oscillants. L’angle de direction des roues arrière peut varier jusqu’à 2,8° en fonction de la vitesse. Dans les virages pris à des vitesses inférieures à 50 km/h, le système braque les roues arrière dans la direction opposée aux roues avant, ce qui réduit virtuellement l’empattement de 250 mm. La 911 Turbo gagne ainsi considérablement en manœuvrabilité, tournant plus rapidement dans les virages et affichant un comportement de braquage plus dynamique. Les manœuvres de stationnement sont elles aussi considérablement facilitées.

Au dessus de 80 km/h, le système braque les roues arrière dans le même sens que les roues avant, ce qui équivaut cette fois-ci à un allongement virtuel de l’empattement de 500 mm et offre à la sportive une stabilité hors pair, notamment à vitesse élevée. En outre, la force latérale générée par le coup de volant donné par le conducteur se transmet plus rapidement à l’essieu arrière, ce qui permet un changement de direction plus spontané et en douceur.

Un aérodynamisme actif pour plus d’efficacité et de performance

Porsche équipe pour la première fois les nouveaux modèles 911 Turbo d’un système aérodynamique actif. Développé en exclusivité pour ces modèles, il comprend un spoiler avant rétractable en trois segments qui se déploient grâce à une commande pneumatique, et d’un aileron arrière télescopique réglable sur trois positions. Le conducteur peut ainsi choisir d’adapter l’aérodynamisme de sa
911 Turbo pour plus d’efficacité (‘speed position’) ou pour une meilleure dynamique de conduite (‘performance position’). La position Performance déploie entièrement tous les segments du spoiler avant, assurant ainsi une portance négative inégalée sur l’essieu avant. L’aileron arrière est lui aussi déployé au maximum avec un angle d’attaque optimal pour augmenter la pression exercée sur l’essieu arrière. La dynamique de conduite s’améliore ainsi à tel point que le temps au tour sur la boucle Nord du circuit du Nürburgring est amélioré de près de 2 secondes rien que grâce à ce système d’optimisation de l’aérodynamisme.

Nouvel habitacle avec équipements exclusifs

L’habitacle des deux nouveaux modèles 911 Turbo est intégralement repensé et s’inspire de celui de la gamme 911 Carrera. Les équipements de la version S sont particulièrement complets, offrant notamment un habillage intérieur exclusif bicolore Noir / Rouge Carrera ainsi que des sièges sport Plus avec fonction de mémorisation et à réglage 18 positions. Par ailleurs, les dossiers des sièges sont revêtus d’une sellerie cuir avec coutures décoratives et différents éléments en carbone. Le système Bose équipe de série les deux nouveaux modèles, tout comme leurs prédécesseurs. Le système audio Burmester est également disponible pour la première fois en option.

Le régulateur de vitesse adaptatif, dont les radars mesurent la distance avec le véhicule qui précède pour adapter la vitesse de la voiture, ainsi que le système de détection par caméra de la signalisation routière et des limitations de vitesse sont disponibles en option.

Ces nouvelles versions de la gamme 911 seront commercialisées à partir de fin septembre. La 911 Turbo est disponible en France au prix de 163 919,00 €, la nouvelle 911 Turbo S au prix de 197 288 € T.T.C.

Pour plus de renseignements, n’hésitez pas à contacter le Service Presse de Porsche France au 01.55.19.91.40

Pour information, les visuels sont téléchargeables sur notre base presse à l’adresse suivante: https://presse.porsche.de

More power, fuel economy improved by 16 per cent

The performance partners in the powertrain area are the further advanced engines and the new PTM all-wheel drive system. The turbocharged 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine with direct petrol injection produces 520 hp (383 kW) in the 911 Turbo and 560 hp (412 kW) in the S model. Porsche continues to be the only carmaker to offer two turbochargers with variable turbine geometry for a petrol engine. Power is transferred to the drivetrain via the seven-speed dual clutch transmission (PDK), which now enables an auto start/stop function with engine shutoff that now activates earlier during coasting to a stop as well as a coasting function. Together with the new thermal management system for the turbo engine and the PDK transmission, fuel efficiency technologies have reduced NEDC fuel consumption by up to 16 per cent to 9.7 l/100 km; these figures apply to both models.

New all-wheel drive with electro-hydraulic control

For an even faster and more precise power distribution to the two axles, Porsche developed a new all-wheel drive system (PTM) with electronically controlled and activated multi-plate coupling. The system is equipped with a new water cooling function, so that it can direct even more drive torque to the front wheels if necessary. Simultaneously, the optimised interplay of the engine, transmission and all-wheel drive systems takes the new top 911 to even better sprint capabilities. The 911 Turbo with the optional Sport Chrono Package Plus accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, which is even one-tenth better than the value of the previous 911 Turbo S. The new 911 Turbo S handles the standard sprint to 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds. The car’s top speed is 318 km/h.

Widest body of all 911 cars

The two new top models display their performance visually more than ever. The characteristic, expansively wide rear body panels of the new generation 911 Turbo are 28 mm wider than on the 911 Carrera 4 models – they feature a nearly level surface, about the width of a hand, between the C-pillar and the outer edge of the car body. Other differentiating characteristics include two-tone forged 20-inch wheels – on the 911 Turbo S they have hub wheel locks. The Turbo S is also making its appearance with new full-LED headlights that feature four-point daytime running lights and dynamic, camera-based main beam control, which can be ordered as an option for the 911 Turbo.

Rear axle steering sustainably improves handling

The introduction of rear axle steering in all turbo models immensely improves both circuit racing and everyday performance of the two new top sports cars. The system consists of two electro-mechanical actuators instead of the conventional control arms on the left and right of the rear axle. The steering angle of the rear wheels can be varied by up to 2.8 degrees, depending on vehicle speed. At speeds up to 50 km/h, when the front wheels are turned the system steers the rear wheels in the opposite direction. This actually corresponds to a virtual shortening of the wheelbase by 250 mm, which gives the 911 Turbo unrivalled performance in bends. The system lets the car turn faster into the bend and offers more dynamic steering response. This noticeably simplifies manoeuvring and parking.

At speeds above 80 km/h, the system steers the rear wheels parallel to the turned front wheels. This is equivalent to a virtual lengthening of the wheelbase by a significant 500 mm and gives the sports car tremendous stability, especially at high speeds. At the same time, the steering input by the driver leads to significantly faster build-up of lateral force at the rear axle, which initiates the change in direction more spontaneous and harmoniously.

Active aerodynamics improve efficiency and performance

Porsche developed an active aerodynamic system on the new 911 Turbo models for the first time. It consists of a sturdy, retractable three-stage front spoiler, whose segments can be pneumatically extended, and a deployable rear wing with three adjustable wing positions. This makes it possible to tune the aerodynamics of the 911 Turbo to fulfil driver wishes for either optimal efficiency (speed position) or top dynamic performance. In the performance position, all segments of the front spoiler are fully extended, and they generate considerable downforce at the front axle. Similarly, the rear wing is extended to its maximum height with the greatest angle of attack. This also generates more downforce at the rear axle. Dynamic performance is improved to such an extent that lap times at the North Loop of the Nürburgring are improved by up to two seconds due to this system alone.

New interior with high-end features

The interior was completely redesigned in both 911 Turbo models, and it builds on the 911 Carrera family. The S model is particularly well equipped, offering such features as an exclusive interior in a black/carrera red colour combination and sport seats plus with 18-way adjustment and memory. In addition, the seat backrest shells are leather upholstered with double cap seams and various elements in carbon look. Like on the previous models, the Bose sound system is installed as standard; for the first time, a Burmester system is also available as an optional feature. A radar-controlled cruise control system, camera-based road sign recognition and speed limit recognition are other new options being offered.

The new top models of the 911 model series arrive on the market at the end of September 2013. In Germany, the 911 Turbo costs 162,055 euros; the new 911 Turbo S costs 195,256 euros, including VAT and country-specific features.

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Lutz Meschke, Chief Financial Officer of Porsche AG, ascribes the sustainably high earning power to the healthy cost structure, among other things, and strives for a result that is on the same very high level as previous year. “The expansion of the Leipzig plant as well as the development of the sports SUV Macan and the super sports car 918 Spyder are incurring high expenditures that will not yet be compensated by corresponding vehicle revenue. These sales will only be realized in the coming year when our new models are sold,” Meschke explained.

President and CEO Matthias Müller emphasized that Porsche can afford substantial investments in the development of new sports cars and new technologies like the plug-in hybrid “because the fascination of our sports cars guarantees our success. We want to boost the extraordinarily high level of attractiveness of our model range even further in the coming years,” said Müller. With the launch of the new generation of the Panamera, the new 918 Spyder and Macan models, the sports car manufacturer is setting clear benchmarks as technology leader and is heightening the appeal of the Porsche brand over again.

The Boxster model range achieved the highest percentage growth in the first three months of the 2013 fiscal year: 4,452 delivered vehicles equaled a growth of 157 percent. The Roadster Boxster alone accounted for 3,863 delivered vehicles, the Cayman for 589 units. The reason for the sharp rise of the mid-engine model series is that the new generation had its debut last year. Deliveries of the 911 sports car model range rose by 19 percent to 7,230 vehicles. With 19,658 units, the Cayenne was able to defend its lead position as the model range with the largest volume. The growth rate of the Cayenne deliveries added up to 29 percent. The Panamera attained deliveries of 5,669 vehicles; the slowdown of 25 percent is attributable to the model life cycle. The new generation of the Gran Turismo celebrated its world premiere at the Auto China in Shanghai ten days ago.

With this model, Porsche is introducing the world’s first plug-in hybrid to the luxury class. In addition to the Panamera S E-Hybrid, which offers 416 hp of system power, two luxurious Executive versions also made their debut with an extended wheelbase and a newly developed three-litre V6 engine that features bi-turbo charging for the Panamera S and Panamera 4S models. The array of offers has now been extended and consists of ten models offering an even broader range between sportiness and comfort. New and advanced technologies have enabled fuel consumption savings of up to 56 percent.

It became apparent in the regional markets in the first quarter of 2013 that Porsche will not be able to escape the turbulence in Europe caused by the euro crisis any longer. Thus deliveries in Europe outside of the home market were diminished by 7 percent to 6,703 vehicles. In contrast, Porsche was able to boost deliveries in Germany by 23 percent to 4,795 units in the first quarter. In its most important market North America the sports car maker accelerated deliveries by 34 percent to 10,324 vehicles from January to March 2013.

The number of people employed at Porsche also grew further. 17,820 persons were employed as at March 31, 2013, exactly 318 (2 percent) more employees than at the onset of the year.

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Seamless and comprehensive e-mobility strategy for E-Hybrid customers
Certain system parameters vary by country and region, such as the plug and electrical output types and grid voltages and frequencies. Porsche has now developed an integrated and comprehensive solution that covers all markets for the Panamera S E-Hybrid – a world car that will be driven on all continents. In its e-mobility solution, the company has put together a complete package from which customers can choose what they need. Playing a key role here is the specially developed Porsche Universal Charger (AC) which is included as standard. It produces the connection between the vehicle’s charging interface and many different types of electrical outlets which supply the car with AC electricity at home or on the road. Along with the charging equipment, the e-mobility concept also includes customised solutions for installing a charging infrastructure and conveniently operating vehicle charging and convenience functions via a smartphone app.

E-mobility: charging options for all major countries of the world
In a consulting meeting, the customer receives all key information on operating the new hybrid vehicle. The primary focus is on the power supply system for a home charging system, which is supplied as standard. This system can be connected to a household electrical outlet that has at least ten amperes current fuse protection or to a multi-pole industrial electrical outlet. If such an infrastructure is unavailable, Porsche centres recommend hiring a TÜV Rheinland certified electrician who can check or set up the necessary connections anywhere in the world.

Even before delivery of the hybrid vehicle, the company can supply the customer with a wall-mounted charging dock that is part of the standard equipment. Housed in a high-end box by Porsche Design are the mobile Porsche Universal Charger (AC) with the charging cable, control unit and vehicle cable. The customer can choose from over 20 different charging cable versions which cover nearly all of the world’s standardised plug connection types. Standard charging cables include one cable for the desired type of household electrical outlet and one for a selected industrial-type outlet. All other versions are available as options. For example, a mode 3 charging cable can be supplied for charging at public charging stations. The charging cable and vehicle cable are interconnected by a plug connector with the control unit, and the driver can interchange these cables easily, quickly and safely. For example, the driver might take an optional cable along on regular trips to another country. Porsche also offers the option of a free-standing charging pedestal assembly that could serve as an electric charging station for carports or a company’s parking spaces.

Porsche Car Connect: Convenient app controls auxiliary climate control
In the new plug-in hybrid, Porsche is also offering the convenience of remote control of vehicle functions via a smartphone app under the name Porsche Car Connect. The associated e-mobility services are provided for five years free-of-charge. The driver can use the smartphone app to access key vehicle information and to control vehicle functions.
The app is organised into four menu areas: charge status overview, driving range management, charging timer and optional remote control of auxiliary climate control.

Along with the battery charging status and remaining charging time, the current driving range is shown for both all-electric and combustion engine driving modes. The electric driving range is intuitively visualised on a navigation map here. The charging timer function lets users input up to three different departure times. The system controls the charging process based on these timer inputs, so that the battery is charged as protectively and cost-optimally as possible.

Electrification of the climate control system enables another very convenient option in the plug-in hybrid: auxiliary climate control. The climate control system can be activated via the charging timer, so that the interior reaches the prescribed temperature by a specified departure time. The vehicle interior is heated or cooled accordingly. In the winter, a high-voltage auxiliary heater is also used to generate heating power electrically. Auxiliary climate control is possible when the charging cable is connected or when the vehicle is just powered by the battery.

First plug-in hybrid in its class: 0.0 litres for up to 36 km
In launching the second generation of the Gran Turismo, Porsche is introducing the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) to the luxury class:
The Panamera S E-Hybrid produces a system power of 416 PS and surpasses the driving performance data of the previous model considerably. In addition, the previous car’s NEDC* fuel consumption of 7.1 l/100 km was reduced 56 per cent to 3.1 l/100 km. That is equivalent to CO2 emissions of 71 g/km. Simultaneously, electrical performance was substantially improved with regard to electric acceleration, electric driving range and electric top speed. The electric driving range of the
Panamera S E-Hybrid was determined to be 36 kilometres in the NEDC. However, since NEDC testing includes such conditions as shutting off the air conditioning and heating, the actual range in real operation could vary from this standardised value.
A realistic electric range in everyday driving would be between 18 and 36 kilometres – even longer distances could be covered under especially favourable conditions. In all-electric mode, the sporty Gran Turismo with the new plug-in drive system can be driven up to a speed of 135 km/h. Its top speed is 270 km/h.

* NEDC stands for the New European Driving Cycle

The Porsche brand celebrated some of its greatest successes in car racing on the thousand-mile course in the 1950s. A Porsche 356 won in its class as early as 1952, and the GT victory of Hans Herrmann in the 550 Spyder in 1954 marked one of the greatest successes of the Stuttgart-based sports car maker to this very day. Still today, the contest runs over the prettiest streets in Italy, from Brescia to Rome and back – and still constitutes a challenge to vehicles and drivers alike, because the 1,600 kilometres are to be driven in only 3 days and they run mostly through diverse weather zones.

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Born in Russia and living in the United States, Sharapova has achieved victories at all four Grand Slam tournaments in women's tennis and she was ranked number 1 for a total of 21 weeks. "Maria Sharapova is an exceptional athlete. She combines top performance in her sports with elegance and power. These are precisely the qualities that are embroiled in our sports cars", as Matthias Mueller, CEO of Porsche AG, explained in today's introduction of the partnership. According to Mueller it was not easy to find the right person to be Porsche´s ambassador. "Maria Sharapova is the perfect choice. Her profile and charisma are an ideal fit for Porsche. She is also highly respected around the world and enjoys an outstanding reputation."

Maria Sharapova did not really have to think twice: "This is a really special day for me. I have had the privilege to be associated with some of the best brands in the world, but now to be partners with Porsche, is such an amazing honor”, she explained during her presentation in Stuttgart.

For Porsche, the choice of Maria Sharapova as brand ambassador extends its longterm commitment to women´s tennis. The company sponsors the German women's national team, which competes as the Porsche Team Germany in the Fed Cup, and the Porsche Talent Team Germany, which supports promising young players. "We are fully committed to these activities for a long term. And with Maria Sharapova, we are now extending our involvement in women's tennis globally", Mueller added.

Maria Sharapova was born in the Western Siberian town of Nyagan on 18 April, 1987. She moved to Bradenton on the Gulf Coast of Florida (USA), when she was seven years old. Two years later she was accepted at the world-renowned Tennis Academy of coach Nick Bollettieri. In 2004, at the age of 17, she won her first Grand Slam tournament at Wimbledon, the third-youngest player ever. This feat was followed by titles in the other three Grand Slam tournaments: U.S. Open 2006, Australian Open 2008, and French Open 2012. To date, Maria Sharapova has won a total of 28 singles titles, including last year´s Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, the WTA Championships in 2004, and the silver medal at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Along with her involvement in the "Maria Sharapova Foundation", she is also active as ambassador of the United Nations Development Program.

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Matthias Müller, President and CEO of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, stressed this: “The Porsche Panamera and China – that is a very special success story. Exactly four years ago, we introduced the first Panamera to a world audience here in Shanghai – and very intentionally here. Because it was clear to us that our Gran Turismo would be precisely the right model for this future market. And we were not mistaken. In 2012, one out of three Panamera cars were delivered to China.” Since then, China has gained in importance and become the second largest Porsche market in the world.

The Panamera S E-Hybrid is a systematically advanced development of the parallel full hybrid, which Porsche introduced to the market as a pioneer in the field. With 416 hp (306 kW) of system power, acceleration from a standstill to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 270 km/h, it is a Porsche Gran Turismo through and through. Its special fascination comes from its unique efficiency and its ability to drive considerable distances in all-electric mode. In the NEDC, the
Panamera S E-Hybrid consumes 3.1 l/100 km, which equates to 71 g/km CO2 emissions. The electric driving range of the Panamera S E-Hybrid was determined to be 36 kilometres in the NEDC, and its top speed in electric driving is an unrivalled 135 km/h. The electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery with a 9.4 kWh energy capacity. Depending on the type of external electrical supply, the battery may be fully charged within as little as a few hours, and the battery is recharged by electrical system recuperation while driving. The forward-looking concept of the Panamera S E Hybrid also includes a completely new range of convenience functions that can also be activated and accessed by a smartphone app.

In a second world premiere, Porsche President and CEO Matthias Müller presented the Executive models of the Panamera which have a 15 centimetre longer wheelbase, and as a result more leg space behind the front seats.
Panamera 4S Executive and Panamera Turbo Executive offer a very extensive set of features, and the standard rear seats already offer exceptional comfort. All Executive models have the innovative Panamera air suspension, which combines excellent ride comfort with typical Porsche handling properties. Never before have luxury and comfort been so closely associated with such sporty driving performance.

Representing another step towards increasing performance and efficiency is the completely reengineered V6 bi-turbo engine with three litres of engine displacement, which is replacing the previous V8 engine of Panamera S and Panamera 4S in the new Gran Turismo. The engine’s key parameters are indicators of progress: 20 hp more power and 20 Newton metres more torque, but up to 18 per cent improved fuel economy compared to the V8 engine in the previous model.

The new Panamera underscores its exceptional positioning with an even more expressive design language in the style of the new generation of Porsche sports cars, which are marked by tauter lines, more powerful contours and newly designed body elements.

Finally, the 911, Boxster and Cayman model series have enjoyed increasing customer interest in China as well. This positive trend will now be further reinforced by intensive motorsport involvement by Porsche in Asia. In this context, Porsche President and CEO Matthias Müller presented two race cars on the evening before the auto show: along with the historic 936 Spyder – one of the most successful race cars in the world –, he introduced the new Porsche 911 RSR which is the fastest 911 ever. At the beginning of November, the Porsche 911 RSR will go to the start of the Six-Hour Race in Shanghai.

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« Timo Bernhard et Romain Dumas comptent parmi les pilotes de course les plus rapides et les plus expérimentés du monde. Je suis ravi à l’idée qu’ils défendront tous les deux les couleurs de la marque à partir de 2014 au Championnat du monde d’endurance et sur les 24 Heures du Mans », a déclaré Wolfgang Hatz, membre du Directoire de Porsche AG en charge de la Recherche et du Développement. « S’il est une qualité commune que j’apprécie particulièrement chez eux, c’est leur compétence en tant que pilote d’essai. Tous les deux sont déjà très impliqués dans le programme de développement de nos nouvelles voitures, et dès cet été, ils suivront un programme d’essai intensif », a déclaré Fritz Enzinger, responsable du projet LMP1.

Timo Bernhard est issu du programme de promotion des jeunes pilotes au sein de Porsche. En 1999, alors qu’il a 18 ans, Porsche repère son talent et lui fait rejoindre l’équipe de pilotes Juniors Porsche pour le former comme pilote professionnel. En 2002, Timo Bernhard signe un contrat de pilote d’usine et commence à aligner victoires et titres de champion dans le monde entier. En 2010, ses nombreuses victoires lui ont valu d’être élu « Sportif automobile de l’année » par le célèbre club automobile allemand ADAC. Timo Bernhard est le seul pilote à pouvoir se prévaloir d’une victoire générale obtenue dans les quatre classiques les plus prestigieuses de la course automobile d’endurance : il remporte les 24 Heures du Mans en 2010, les 24 Heures de Daytona en 2003, les 12 Heures de Sebring en 2004 et les 24 Heures du Nürburgring à cinq reprises – un autre record.

Romain Dumas fait partie des pilotes d’usine Porsche depuis 2004. Il a auparavant couru notamment en Formule 3 et en Formule 3000, et s’est distingué lors de compétitions GT internationales ainsi qu’à la Porsche Carrera Cup Allemagne. C’est l’un des pilotes les plus expérimentés des 24 Heures du Mans, sa course préférée, à laquelle il a déjà participé à douze reprises. En 2010, c’est au volant d’une Audi qu’il remporte la victoire générale au classement avec Timo Bernhard. Les deux pilotes ont également remporté ensemble de nombreuses victoires aux États-Unis avec le prototype sport RS Spyder. En 2007 et 2008, les deux pilotes d’usine Porsche décrochent la victoire avec maestria lors des American Le Mans Series. Romain Dumas a en outre été le coéquipier de Timo Bernhard pour quatre de ses cinq victoires lors des 24 Heures du Nürburgring. En 2010, Romain Dumas décroche également la victoire au classement général à Spa, au volant d’une Porsche 911.

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With 54 victories and numerous championships, the Porsche 962 that was used in races starting in 1984 is probably one of the most successful racing sports cars of all time. The Porsche dual-clutch transmission was first developed for the 962. The gearbox construction stood the test in the long-distance world championship. It was not developed for standard production at that time because the electronics and the computer capacities were not yet fully mature technically to meet the high comfort standards for operation in a road vehicle.

2008: first PDK for sports cars in the 911 Carrera

With progress made in the development of control electronics, this changed after the new millennium was hailed in. Porsche took up the development again and presented the first dual-clutch transmission for production sports cars in the 911 Carrera in 2008. It replaced the conventional Tiptronic S automatic gearbox and has been perfectly custom-fit for the sports cars: The Porsche Doppelkupplung combines dynamic driving performance and the excellent mechanical efficiency of a manual transmission with the great shift and driving comfort of an automatic gearbox. Right from the beginning, the PDK was able to shift gears up to 60% faster than an automatic gearbox. It facilitated gear shifts without any interruptions in propulsive power and reduced fuel consumption.

The PDK gears are divided into two half gearboxes connected to the engine through two parallel powershift clutches. The odd-numbered gears and reverse gear are connected to clutch I – this package is the first half gearbox. Clutch II engages the even-numbered gears, making for the second half gearbox. In principle, the individual gears are selected via shift forks as in a mechanical manual transmission, which are activated electro-hydraulically, however, in the PDK. Gears one to six are designed for a sporty performance – the vehicles reach top speed in the sixth gear. The seventh gear has a long gear ratio for saving fuel.

The PDK was greeted by customers with praise from the very onset. One year after the 911 Carrera received the new gearbox as an option, it was also optionally installed in the Boxster and Cayman. When the Panamera had its world premiere in 2009, all three starting models were already equipped with the dual-clutch transmission as standard. Although the PDK works the same in all three model ranges, it's a specific development for each of the three model families due to the fact alone that they feature three different drive systems.

2013: comeback of the PDK in the 911 GT3 able to meet the needs of the circuit course

With the new 911 GT3, the capabilities of the PDK have reached a new level. Our motorsports engineers have thoroughly reworked the dual-clutch transmission mechanically and in terms of controls especially for the high-performance sports car. The result is a transmission that offers the driver all the features that count for driving performance taken over from the previous manual transmission, augmented by the performance advantages of the PDK. Thus it can be driven on circuit courses like a sequential gearbox – with even more potential and emotional driving fun.

“Lightning shifts” with extremely short response and shift times

Shift strategy and response time of the PDK in the 911 GT3 have been systematically developed for performance and are fundamentally different from those of other Porsche sports cars. The driver can feel it especially with manual upshifts in the form of a “lightning shift”: Response times of under 100 milliseconds are possible. For boosting the driving performance, the lightning shifts are done with a torque increase, and the gear shifts are translated with a highly dynamic adjustment of the engine revs to the newly selected gear. Shift times are in ranges that were reserved to motor sports up to now.

Paddle neutral: decoupling function with the PDK of the 911 GT3

The driving performance of a sports car driven for optimal lap times is also determined by the clutch. Hence the PDK in the 911 GT3 has a “paddle neutral” function. If the driver pulls both shift paddles concurrently, the clutches of the PDK are opened and the force flow between engine and powertrain is interrupted. If both shift paddles are released again, the clutch closes with lightning speed when the PSM is switched off. If the PSM is activated, the clutch also closes quickly but not so pulse-like.

This function essentially offers two advantages: If the vehicle understeers, for instance on a wet road in a curve, the driver can neutralise by pulling the paddles, thus building up additional cornering force on the rear axle wheels. The second aspect refers to influencing the driving dynamics individually through the pulse-like onset of the drive power when coupling. Comparable to a traditional clutch in conjunction with a manual transmission, the rear of the vehicle can be consciously destabilised when turning.

Adaptive gear shifting with sporty strategies

The PDK offers the driver of the new 911 GT3 the alternative of leaving the shifting to the adaptive transmission control. Basically, the DSG of the new 911 GT3 has only two shifting strategies: Sports and Race Track. With them, the gear shifts in the new 911 GT3 are always quick. Shift processes and shift points get their bearings from the driving dynamics of the driver. In the Race Track mode, the PDK follows shift maps that are tailored to the requirements of pure circuit course operation. The gears are held longer and upshifts are carried out only with higher torques. The circuit course alignment also means that the shift program remains performance-oriented even with a moderately sporty driving style. Thus the high-performance sports car always moves within performance-driven operating points, and an increased propulsive power potential is available at every moment without the driver having to shift gears.

Shorter gear ratios: faster times on the Nürburgring Northern Loop

The mechanical changes of the 911 GT3-PDK in comparison to the dual-clutch transmissions in the other Porsche models affect mainly their internal structure. By using lighter gear wheels and gear sets, the torque dynamism of the high-torque engine is optimally supported. Moreover, the total weight of the PDK was reduced by two kilogrammes. Shorter gear ratios result in an entirely new characteristic; the 911 GT3 reaches top speed in the seventh and highest gear. In conjunction with the rear axle ratio that was shortened by 15%, the new 911 GT3 features significantly shorter total ratios in all gears than the 911 Carrera models.

As a result, the driving performance of the new 911 GT3 again sets records. Two values in particular are influenced by the PDK: With full acceleration, the 911 GT3 reaches the 100 km/h mark in 3.5 seconds and accelerates to 200 in less than twelve seconds. And the new 911 GT3 masters the Nürburgring Northern Loop, the admittedly most difficult race course in the world, in under 7 minutes and 30 seconds.

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“The success of the first quarter encourages us to implement our Strategy 2018 systematically,” said Bernhard Maier, Member of the Executive Board Sales and Marketing of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Our responses to the uncertainties on the market are products that induce great enthusiasm in customers, such as the new Panamera as well as a highly motivated workforce.”

Porsche registered a heightened customer interest in the rear-engine and mid-engine models on the Chinese market: one third more Boxster, Cayman and 911 vehicles were delivered in the first quarter of 2013. All in all, Porsche sold 8,844 cars in China during this period – an increase by one fourth in comparison to the first quarter of 2012. At the end of the month, the new generation of the Panamera – with which Porsche launches the first plug-in hybrid worldwide in the luxury class – will have its world premiere at the Auto China in Shanghai, which opens on April 21, 2013.

The demand for the 911 continues unabated: from January through March, Porsche delivered 7,230 models of the sports car icon – an increase of 18.6 per cent compared to the first three months of the previous year. The Cayenne also continued to expand its market position: Around 20,000 vehicles of the sporty SUV have been handed over to customers so far this year.

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The most important dates for the first half of the year are already set, starting with the “Langenburg Historic” from 19 to 21 April. This event will see a very special meeting - Jürgen Barth will pilot the Porsche 718 W-RS Spyder. His father, Edgar Barth, won the European Mountain Championship in 1963 in “Grandmother,” as Porsche mechanics named the car due to its unusually long motorsports tenure (1961-1964). Jürgen Barth celebrated his greatest successes in 1977 when he won the 24 Hours of Le Mans and in 1980 when he won the 1000 km at Nürburgring.

From 16 to 19 May the Porsche Museum will participate in the legendary 1000 miles of the Mille Miglia with an impressive line-up of two Porsche 550 Spyders, two
356 Coupés and a 356 Speedster. The competition route takes the most picturesque roads from Brescia to Rome and back, and is one of the most important events in the Porsche Museum’s calendar. The Mille Miglia remains a challenge for cars and drivers even today, as its 1000 mile route must be completed in three days, and usually crosses several different weather zones.

On 23 June 2013 the Porsche Museum will send two racing classics to Le Mans. This year the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a leading endurance race that Porsche has dominated since 1970 with 16 overall victories, will celebrate its 90th birthday. Naturally the legendary Porsche 917 KH cannot fail to make an appearance. In 1970, after 343 laps and exactly 4607.811 kilometres, Hans Herrmann and Richard Attwood were first across the finish line in their Porsche 917 KH with the number 23. At Le Mans, visitors and fans can meet former Porsche Works race driver and long-distance specialist Hans Herrmann, who won over 80 overall and category victories. A 1987 Porsche 962 will also be on hand, representing the several 956/962s that took seven Le Mans wins before 1994.

The Goodwood “Festival of Speed” would be inconceivable without Porsche. Starting in 1993 this annual motorsports event has been held on the estate of Lord March in West Sussex. This year, the 20th Festival will be take place from 11 to 14 July. The “50 years of the 911” anniversary will be a central part of it. Visitors can look forward to demonstration runs with seven stock and racing vehicles from seven generations of the 911, as well as a 917 KH, 962, 911 GT1 ‘98, 917/30 and 935/78 “Moby Dick.” There will also be a 936 Spyder, whose three Le Mans victories make it one of the most successful Porsches.

The first half of the year will be capped off with the “Solitude Revival” from 19 to 21 July, which will see various Porsche 911s, a 718 Formula 2 and the 356 Abarth in action before the gates of Stuttgart. Prominent former race drivers will be in attendance as well, from Hans Herrmann to Kurt Ahrens to Eberhard Mahle, recalling the legendary Solitude wins of the past. In addition to the Porsche Museum, experts from the company’s Exclusive and Classic departments will also take part in the event.

Porsche is going its own way with the Rolling Museum concept. Almost all of the museum pieces are road-ready, and thus meet the original purpose for which they were built – they drive. Before and during every run, specialists at the Museum workshop make sure the rolling Porsche historical ambassadors are ready for the next event. Thus, the Porsche Museum stands for variety and living history like few other automobile museums do. Instead of a conventional static exhibit, its constantly rearranged and revised showpieces offer a dynamic view of sports car history.

The Porsche Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. More information is available at www.porsche.com/museum.

La Panamera S E-Hybrid définit de nouvelles références en matière d’efficacité, de performance et de confort d’utilisation
La Panamera S E-Hybrid est le fruit du développement systématique de l’hybride intégral parallèle doté d’un moteur électrique plus puissant, d’une batterie plus performante, capable de stocker une plus grande quantité d’énergie, ainsi que d’une possibilité de chargement sur le réseau électrique. Le moteur électrique développe 95 ch (70 kW), soit plus du double de son prédécesseur, qui offrait une puissance de 47 ch (34 kW). Il tire son énergie d’une nouvelle batterie lithium-ion qui, grâce à une capacité de 9,4 kWh, contient plus de cinq fois plus d’énergie que la génération précédente de batteries (1,7 kWh) au nickel-métal hydrure. Branchée sur une prise de courant industrielle, elle peut être chargée via le chargeur embarqué et le chargeur universel Porsche de série (AC) en près de 2,5 heures. Sur une prise domestique raccordée au réseau français, le temps de chargement est inférieur à quatre heures.

La Panamera S E-Hybrid dépasse nettement les performances de conduite de son prédécesseur. En outre, la consommation en cycle européen (NECD) passe de 7,1 l/100 km à 3,1 l/100 km (71g de CO2/km), soit une réduction de 56 %. Parallèlement, la performance électrique en termes d’accélération, d’autonomie et de vitesse de pointe a été considérablement améliorée. Ainsi, la voiture offre une sensation sportive en mode purement électrique, sans la moindre consommation de carburant ni la moindre émission de gaz carbonique, que le conducteur peut pleinement apprécier notamment en milieu urbain. L’autonomie électrique de la Panamera S E-Hybrid a été portée à 36 km en cycle européen (NEDC). Comme les prescriptions de la norme européenne NEDC prévoient la désactivation de la climatisation et du chauffage pour réaliser les tests de consommation, l’autonomie peut varier en exploitation dans des conditions réelles. L’autonomie électrique réaliste dans un usage quotidien se situe donc entre 18 et 36 km, voire plus dans des conditions particulièrement favorables. En mode entièrement électrique, la Panamera équipée de la nouvelle motorisation hybride peut atteindre les 135 km/h.

La Panamera S E-Hybrid atteint les 100 km/h départ arrêté en 5,5 s, réduisant ainsi son temps d’une demie seconde. La fonction ‘E-Boost’ contribue à une telle performance, le moteur électrique apportant un surcroît de puissance au moteur thermique en phase d’accélération. La fonction boost peut également être activée par un kick-down, par exemple lors d’un dépassement. La vitesse de pointe est de 270 km/h. Par ailleurs, le nouveau concept d’hybride permet de rouler en mode « croisière » à des vitesses élevées. La voiture se déplace alors en roue libre avec son moteur thermique arrêté, et l’énergie est récupérée pour produire de l’électricité.

Le concept innovant de la Panamera S E-Hybrid comprend en outre une offre de fonctions de confort entièrement nouvelle, qui peuvent être activées ou consultées via des applications pour smartphone, par exemple pour connaître l’état de charge de la batterie. Par ailleurs, la commande de la climatisation auxiliaire, en option sur la version hybride Plug-in, permet de préchauffer ou prérefroidir le véhicule via la fonction de connectivité Porsche Car Connect. La programmation de cette fonction peut être réalisée directement dans le véhicule ou via une application pour Smartphone. Les applications pour smartphone permettent notamment la gestion de la batterie ou l’accès à distance aux informations relatives au véhicule, par exemple l’autonomie ou le guidage pour trouver une place de parking. Toutes les fonctions qui ne sont pas spécifiques à la motorisation hybride sont également disponibles en option sur les autres modèles de la gamme via l’application pour smartphone Porsche Car Connect.
Avec la nouvelle Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid, Porsche franchit une nouvelle étape en associant sa sportivité légendaire à l’efficience apportée par le Plug-in Hybrid.

Empattement allongé, vaste espace intérieur à l’arrière : les versions Executive offrent un confort exclusif digne de la classe affaires
La conception de l’habitacle à l’arrière de la Panamera, avec ses deux vraies places individuelles, a rencontré un tel succès que Porsche l’a développée davantage sur la nouvelle génération Grand Tourisme. Les nouveaux modèles Panamera Turbo Executive et Panamera 4S Executive offrent, grâce à un empattement allongé de 15 cm, plus d’espace à l’arrière pour un confort accru. Ces modèles sont extrêmement bien équipés, offrant ainsi de série aux passagers à l’arrière un confort exceptionnel. Tous les modèles Executive sont dotés de la suspension pneumatique innovante qui allie confort pour les passagers au plaisir de conduite pour le conducteur.

Plus de performance et plus d’efficacité grâce au downsizing : le nouveau moteur V6 biturbo
Lors du développement de la nouvelle Panamera, Porsche a opté pour le downsizing, à savoir la réduction de la cylindrée tout en maintenant les performances, pour introduire un moteur entièrement nouveau : un V6 avec trois litres de cylindrée et une double suralimentation par un biturbo. Le V6 biturbo remplace l’imposant moteur V8 de 4,8 litres qui équipe à ce jour les Panamera S et Panamera 4S, et sera également monté sur la nouvelle variante Executive de la Panamera 4S. Pour se convaincre des performances de ce nouveau moteur, il suffit de consulter les chiffres : 20 ch de puissance en plus (420 ch) et 20 Nm de couple en plus, mais 18 % de baisse de la consommation de carburant par rapport au V8 de la génération précédente. Le conducteur dispose donc d’un moteur non seulement plus puissant, mais aussi plus efficace. La suralimentation par turbocompresseur permet de disposer du couple maximum de 520 Nm sur une vaste plage de régime moteur, ce qui permet de bénéficier d’une courbe de puissance homogène et d’une force motrice élevée, même à bas régime.
Le modèle Panamera GTS et Panamera Turbo disposent toujours du moteur V8 4.8 litres qui développe désormais respectivement 440 ch et 520 ch.

La plupart des modèles Panamera sont équipés de la boîte de vitesse 7 rapports à double embrayage Porsche PDK. Les modèles Panamera Diesel et Panamera S E-Hybrid sont dotés de la boîte automatique 8 rapports Tiptronic S. Le groupe motopropulseur crée les conditions optimales pour développer des fonctions complémentaires visant à améliorer l’efficacité. Ainsi, système stop/start coupe le moteur lorsque la voiture roule par inertie avant de s’arrêter, ce qui permet d’économiser encore du carburant. Les modèles avec boîte PDK, à l’exception de la Panamera GTS, disposent en outre de la fonction mode croisière, qui permet de désaccoupler l’arbre moteur en dehors des phases d’accélération. Le moteur est alors découplé et le véhicule se déplace en roue libre. Sur les trajets sur autoroute, cette fonction peut réduire de manière significative la consommation de carburant.

Design amélioré avec une nouvelle option : les phares à DEL
Le design extérieur amélioré de la Panamera est reconnaissable au premier coup d’œil. Des entrées d’air plus grandes et un tracé plus prononcé jusqu’aux blocs optiques lui confèrent des lignes plus vigoureuses et des contours plus affirmés à l’avant. La lunette arrière étant plus large et plus plate, la Panamera vue de côté affiche une silhouette plus allongée. À l’arrière, c’est surtout le hayon entièrement redessiné qui caractérise la nouvelle génération de Panamera. La lunette arrière élargie souligne la tension horizontale des lignes de ce modèle Grand Tourisme, mettant en exergue son caractère sportif. L’arrière a été également redessiné avec son spoiler lui aussi élargi, donnant une plus grande tension des lignes au niveau des feux arrière, à l’instar du tracé des blocs optiques à l’avant.

Comme sur les modèles précédents, l’extérieur des nouvelles Panamera recèle une grande richesse d’éléments de différenciation. Pour individualiser les modèles, il existe de nombreuses options, notamment les nouveaux phares à DEL qui confèrent au modèle Grand Tourisme son apparence unique.

De nouveaux équipements de série, comme les phares bi-xénon, le volant multifonction ou le hayon du coffre électrique, apportent à la gamme Panamera des compléments d’usage. En outre, une offre élargie de systèmes d’assistance permet d’accroître encore la sécurité et le confort. Il s’agit par exemple du régulateur de vitesse et de distance adaptatif avec sécurité active qui agit sur le système de freinage en cas de situation dangereuse. Un système de reconnaissance de signalisation routière à partir des images fournies par des caméras et l’avertisseur de changement de voie rendent les trajets sur route et sur autoroute encore plus confortables.

La nouvelle génération de Panamera sera lancée en France à partir de juillet 2013. Les prix TTC s’échelonneront en fonction des modèles à partir de 83.605 euros pour la Panamera Diesel et 85.040 euros pour la Panamera. Le prix de la Panamera 4 sera de 90.605 euros, celui de la Panamera S de 103.698 euros et celui de la Panamera 4S de 109.080 euros. La Panamera S E-Hybrid coûte 112.309 euros, suivent alors la Panamera GTS à 123.551 euros et la Panamera 4S Executive à 134.674 euros. Les modèles haut de gamme sont la Panamera Turbo à 148.069 euros et la Panamera Turbo Executive à 165.531 euros.

En 2014, les nouvelles Porsche Panamera Turbo S et Panamera Turbo S Executive seront lancées sur le marché. Elles représenteront la quintessence de la gamme en termes d’exclusivité et de sportivité.

Panamera S E-Hybrid sets new standards in efficiency, performance and operating convenience
The Panamera S E-Hybrid is a systematically advanced development of the parallel full hybrids with a more powerful electric motor, a higher-performance battery that supplies more energy and the ability to charge it externally from the electrical grid. The electric drive produces 95 hp (70 kW), which is more than double the power of the previous model’s electric motor at 47 hp (34 kW). It draws its energy from a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4 kWh has over five times the 1.7 kWh energy capacity of the previous battery in nickel metal hydride technology. When connected to an industrial outlet, it can be charged within around two and a half hours via the integrated on-board charger and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), and it can be charged in less than four hours when connected to a conventional household electrical outlet in Germany.

The Panamera S E-Hybrid far exceeds the driving performance of the previous model. In addition, the previous model’s NEDC fuel consumption of 7.1 l/100 km was reduced by 56 per cent to 3.1 l/100 km. That equates to CO2 emissions of 71 g/km. At the same time, its all-electric driving performance was substantially improved with regard to electric acceleration, the electric range and electric top speed. An intensive pure electric driving experience is possible without any fuel consumption or local emissions, which is especially advantageous in the urban environment. The electric driving range of the Panamera S E-Hybrid was determined to be 36 kilometres in NEDC-based testing. Driving range may vary in real operation, since air conditioning and heating are deactivated in NEDC test conditions, for example. A realistic all-electric driving range in everyday operation would lie somewhere between 18 and 36 km – and under particularly favourable conditions it could even exceed this range. The Panamera with the new hybrid drive can reach speeds of up to 135 km/h in all-electric operation.

The acceleration time from a standstill to 100 km/h was shortened by half a second to 5.5 seconds. The electric boost function helps here, in which the performance of the electric motor boosts that of the combustion engine. Boosting can also be activated by kick-down – such as in overtaking situations. The car’s top speed is 270 km/h. The parallel full hybrid concept developed by Porsche also offers “coasting” at higher speeds, which refers to free coasting with the internal combustion engine shut off and energy recovery by generating electricity.

The forward-looking concept of the Panamera S E-Hybrid also embodies an entirely new range of convenience functions, which can also be activated and called up by a smart phone app. There is the charge status indicator, for example. In addition, the auxiliary climate control option of the plug-in hybrid enables car preheating or cooling via Porsche Car Connect; it can be programmed in the vehicle or even more conveniently via the smart phone app. A smart phone may also be used for battery management or for remote access to vehicle information such as the remaining driving range or for guiding users back to their parked vehicles. All functions that are not specific to the hybrid drive are also available as options for the other Panamera models via the Car Connect smart phone app from Porsche.

Long wheelbase, spacious rear seating area: Executive models with the comfort of the exclusive class
The spatial concept of the Panamera with two full-fledged bucket seats in the rear seating area proved to be so successful that Porsche is further extending it in the new generation Gran Turismo. The new Panamera Turbo Executive and Panamera 4S Executive models – with their 15 cm longer wheelbase – offer more rear seating space and even better ride comfort. They have a very extensive range of features, and above all they offer exceptional comfort at both rear seat locations as standard. All Executive models have the innovative Panamera air suspension, which combines excellent ride comfort and typical Porsche driving properties.

More performance and efficiency by downsizing: new V6 biturbo engine
Boosting of performance and efficiency is a core competency at Porsche. In developing the new Panamera, this led to an entirely new engine based on the downsizing concept: a V6 engine with three litres displacement and biturbo charging. The V6 biturbo replaces the previous 4.8-litre V8 engine in the Panamera S and Panamera 4S, and it is also used in the new Executive version of the Panamera 4S. Its basic parameters themselves are indicators of progress: 20 hp more power and 20 Newton metres more torque, but up to 18 per cent better fuel economy compared to the V8 engine in the previous model. This not only gives the driver a more powerful and efficient engine; turbocharging results in a maximum torque of 520 Newton metres being available over a very broad range of engine speeds for a superior and uniform power curve, even at low revs.

Most Panamera models are equipped with the seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung PDK. The comfortable eight-speed automatic Tiptronic S operates in the Panamera Diesel and Panamera S E-Hybrid. This transmission creates optimal conditions for further development of other efficiency functions. For example, the extended start-stop function now deactivates the engine earlier while coasting to a stop, which saves more fuel. With the exception of the Panamera GTS, models with PDK also offer a coasting function in which the clutches open in overrun, the engine idles, and the vehicle coasts freely. This function can significantly improve fuel economy, especially when travelling on the motorway.

Further developed design with a new option: LED headlights
The further advanced exterior design of the Panamera can be made out at first glance. The tighter and more prominent linework at the front end is especially apparent in the larger air intakes and the distinctive transition to the headlights. In side profile, the new, more swept-back rear window creates an even more extended silhouette. When viewed from the back, the new generation Panamera is primarily made out by its new boot lid. The widened rear window emphasises the horizontal orientation of the Gran Turismo and therefore its sporty character. The rear section itself was also redesigned, including the wider spoiler, and it shows a tighter transition to the rear lights, similar to the visual transition of the headlights at the front of the car.

As in previous models, the new Panamera models also offer many differentiating exterior characteristics. Further customisation is achieved by the numerous options that are offered, including the new LED headlights, which give the Gran Turismo a very special appearance.

The Panamera models are further upgraded by new standard features such as bi-xenon headlights, multifunction steering wheel and an automatic boot lid. In addition, an extended line-up of assistance systems is available for safety and convenience. The optimised adaptive cruise control system, for example, now actively intervenes in the braking process in hazardous situations. Camera-based traffic sign detection and lane departure warning offer greater convenience in cross-country and motorway travel.

The new generation of Panamera models will be launched on the market in July 2013. Prices start at 81,849 euros for the Panamera Diesel and 83,277 Euro for the Panamera. The Panamera 4 is priced at 88,513 euros, the Panamera S at 101,841 euros and the Panamera 4S at 107,196 euros. The Panamera S E-Hybrid costs 110,409 euros, which is followed by the Panamera GTS at 121,595 euros and the Panamera 4S Executive at 132,662 euros. The top models are the Panamera Turbo for 145,990 euros and the Panamera Turbo Executive for 163,364 euros. The cited prices are valid for Germany, including VAT and market-specific features.

At the beginning of next year, a new diesel engine with 300 hp (220 kW) will replace the current diesel, offering even more driving fun with typical diesel efficiency. Also arriving on the market in 2014 are the new Porsche Panamera Turbo S and Panamera Turbo S Executive. They represent the exclusive and sporty pinnacle of the model range.

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La nouvelle 911 RSR, développée à partir de la septième génération de la figure emblématique des sportives Porsche, roule sur les traces de sa célèbre devancière, la 911 GT3 RSR. Comme sur le modèle de série, son empattement a été allongé de 10 cm. Un nouvel essieu avant à bras triangulaire de suspension remplace le train avant McPherson utilisé jusqu’à présent. La boîte de vitesses de course, de construction légère, est une autre nouveauté développée par le département compétition de Porsche. Ses six rapports s’enclenchent via les palettes au volant. Enfin, le moteur Boxer 6 cylindres de 4,0 litres, qui développe 460 ch, est une version optimisée dans les détails de la motorisation de sa devancière.

En développant la nouvelle 911 RSR, les ingénieurs se sont particulièrement attachés à améliorer la répartition du poids. Le centre de gravité de ce modèle a été considérablement abaissé par rapport à son prédécesseur. La fibre de carbone contribue largement à cet allègement : les ailes avant et arrière, les capots avant et arrière, les portières, le dessous de caisse, les passages de roues, l’aileron arrière, la planche de bord et la console centrale sont constitués de ce matériau à la fois léger et robuste. En outre, toutes les vitres sont en polycarbonate fin et léger. La réduction du poids concerne également la batterie lithium-ion en construction légère issue des modèles GT homologués pour la route.

La silhouette de la nouvelle 911 RSR se caractérise par ses ailes trapues ainsi que par les profondes entrées d’air de l’avant. Le nouveau circuit de circulation de l’air permet de placer le radiateur au centre à l’avant, un emplacement qui rend son action plus efficace que sur le modèle précédent. Le système de climatisation de l’habitacle est lui aussi plus efficace. Pour faciliter la maintenance et réduire les temps de réparation, notamment sur les circuits des courses d’endurance, les éléments de la caisse sont conçus pour pouvoir être démontés et remplacés rapidement. La jupe avant, le capot avant et la jupe arrière sont fixés avec des systèmes à serrage rapide et peuvent être remplacés en quelques secondes à peine.

La Porsche 911 RSR dotée du numéro 92 prendra le départ avec les pilotes d’usine Porsche à son volant, Marc Lieb (Allemagne) et Richard Lietz (Autriche), qui ont déjà partagé un même cockpit en 2012 pour le Championnat du monde d’endurance. Pour les deux premières courses de la saison, sur les circuits de Silverstone (14.04) et Spa (04.05) ainsi que pour les 24 Heures du Mans (22.06), ils seront soutenus par leur collègue Romain Dumas (France). L’Allemand Jörg Bergmeister et le Français Patrick Pilet seront au volant du modèle portant le numéro 91. À Silverstone, Spa et au Mans, le duo de pilotes d’usine sera complété par Timo Bernhard (Allemagne).

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The new 911 RSR, which is based on the seventh generation of the iconic 911 sports car, follows in the footsteps of its successful predecessor, the 911 GT3 RSR. As with the production vehicle, the wheelbase grew by about ten centimetres. A new wishbone front suspension replaces the previously used McPherson struts. Another new development from Porsche Motorsport is the particularly lightweight racing gearbox. The six gears are selected via paddles on the steering wheel. The 460 hp, 4.0-litre six-cylinder boxer engine was taken from the predecessor and optimised in detail.

One of the priorities in the development of the new 911 RSR was the more evenly balanced weight distribution. The centre of gravity is also significantly lower than that of its predecessor. Carbon fibre played a crucial role in the new design. The front and rear mudguards, front and rear lids, doors, underbody, wheel arches, rear wing, dashboard and centre console are constructed from the very light and strong material. Moreover, all windows are made of particularly thin and light polycarbonate. Also contributing to the weight reduction is the lithium-ion battery known from the GT roadlegal models.

The look of the new 911 RSR is dominated by the flared mudguards and the deep cooling air intakes at the front. With the new air ducting, the radiator is now centrally-located in the front and even more effective than in the previous model. At the same time, the cockpit air conditioning became more efficient. The quick-change concept of the body parts was specially adapted for endurance racing, allowing for easier maintenance and shorter repair times. The front end, front lid and rear panel are fitted with quick release systems and can be replaced within seconds.

Competing in the Porsche 911 RSR with starting number 92 are Porsche works drivers Marc Lieb (Germany) and Richard Lietz (Austria), who already shared a cockpit in the 2012 WEC. At the first two races of the season in Silverstone (14.4) and Spa (4.5) as well as at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (22.6), they receive support from their works driver colleague Romain Dumas (France). Factory pilots also drive the #91 sister car, with Joerg Bergmeister (Germany) and Patrick Long (USA) making up a team. In Silverstone, Spa and Le Mans, the duo is joined by Timo Bernhard (Germany).

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The World Car Awards (WCA) are presented annually in four categories – Car Design, Green Car, Performance Car and Car of the Year. Winners are determined by an international panel of 66 automotive journalists from 23 countries. Jurors are appointed by the World Car Steering Committee based on automotive expertise, experience, credibility and influence. Since the inception of the World Car of the Year Awards, Porsche has won World Performance Car twice; for the 911 (2012) and for the Cayman (2006).

In the USA, Canada, Russia, South Africa, Singapore and Germany too – since the start of the year Porsche sports cars have received some 20 awards in countries all around the globe.

In Germany the Porsche 911 in its Carrera 4 version was recently voted ‘Best All-Wheel Drive Car’ in the coupé/cabriolet category by the readers of Auto Bild, fighting off strong competition to win. Over 100,000 readers and Internet users took part in the annual reader survey.

Commenting on the success of the Porsche models, Matthias Müller, President and CEO of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG said: “The Porsche 911 is winning award after award in its anniversary year. Even after five decades, its concept still excels through top dynamic handling, efficiency and extreme emotion. The new Boxster and Cayman also possess innate 911 DNA, with which they impress customers and jurors alike. That makes us very proud.”

As the Carrera the Porsche 911 delivers 350 PS and as the Carrera S exactly 400. The 911 reaches speeds of up to 304 km/h. The car’s weight has gone down by up to 40 kilograms and fuel consumption by up to 16 per cent. The base prices for the Porsche 911 Carrera start at 90,417 Euro, including value added tax.

The Porsche roadster, the Boxster, has been making headlines since March 2012 and provides a thrilling open-top experience. The flat six engine in the Boxster delivers 265 PS, while in the Boxster S drivers have 315 PS at their disposal. The base prices start at 49,243 Euro, including value added tax.

As an outstanding performer around corners, it is above all dynamic flair that the new Porsche Cayman exudes. There are two versions of this mid-engine sports car as well: the Cayman with a 275-PS flat engine and the Cayman S delivering 325 PS. This agile cornering ace is available from 51,385 Euro, including value added tax.

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In Northern Germany, the consultancy will advise mainly companies from the shipbuilding, aerospace, vehicle construction and engineering segments as well as from the media branch. But the focus is also on younger industries: “We will boost our involvement in the area of alternative energies and wind power,” explains Oliver Kayser, partner in Porsche Consulting and manager of the new Hamburg office.

The consulting firm was able to report yet another record turnover for the 2012 fiscal year: Sales rose by 19% to 83.5 million euro in comparison to the prior year. “We are confident we'll outperform this figure again in the ongoing 2013 fiscal year, because our order situation is very stable,” says Eberhard Weiblen. The staff offensive will be carried forward, too: Another 25 consultants are to be hired for the Bietigheim-Bissingen and Hamburg locations in the ongoing year.

Porsche Consulting GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen, is a subsidiary of the sports car maker Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart. It was established in 1994, starting with four employees. Today, it has around 350 employees. The globally active company has four proprietary subsidiaries located in Milan (Italy), Sao Paulo (Brazil), Atlanta (United States) and Shanghai (China). Porsche Consulting is among the leading consultancy firms in Germany. As experts for operational excellence, they advise corporations and mid-sized companies in the automotive industry, aeronautics and space as well as machine and plant engineering the world over. Other clients come from the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare, the service sector as well as the consumer goods industry.

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