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      <title>“Engine of the Year Award” for the 2.7-litre flat-six engine</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> Once again, a flat-six engine from Porsche has been named “Engine of the Year”. This year, the international jury gave the renowned award to the 2.7-litre engine that is used in the Boxster and the Cayman for the 2.5 to 3.0-litre engine displacement class. “A brilliant engine for a brilliant car. This centrepiece of Porsche technology combines performance and a sporty pedigree with impressive fuel efficiency.” This is how Dean Slavnich of “Engine Technology International Magazine” supported the jury’s decision. The British trade magazine has been giving this award for excellent engines for 15 years now. The jury also praised the flexibility and responsiveness, performance and smooth running of the smallest-displacement flat engine from Porsche.</p><p>The sport engine was derived from the 3.4-litre engine based on the downsizing principle, and together with the PDK transmission (Porsche Doppelkupplung) in the Cayman it offers a power of 275 hp (202 kW) combined with a NEDC fuel consumption of 7.7 l/100 km (180 g/km CO2). Its specific power of 101.6 hp/l means that this six-cylinder engine surpasses the magic limit of 100 hp per litre engine displacement.</p><p>This is the fourth time that a flat engine from Porsche has won this competition between the best engines in the world. In 2007, Porsche has already won in the category of three to four-litre engines with the engine of the 911 Turbo. In 2008, the turbocharged 3.6-litre flat engine with 480 hp even won in the open displacement class. In 2009, the 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine of the 911 Carrera S was named “Best New Engine”. The choice of “Engine of the Year” is made by 87 highly regarded automotive journalists from 35 countries who evaluate the engines in various categories. Along with power, fuel economy, driving properties and comfort, the use of innovative technologies is also assessed.</p><p><b>Advantages: compact and light, high-revving and smooth – for 50 years</b></p><p>The 50 years of Porsche 911 also represents 50 years of the flat-six engine. Not simply for tradition sake, but because of its advantages: it is very flat, lightweight and compact. The flat engine with six cylinders is very smooth running, and it has neither free moments nor free forces of inertia. In addition, horizontally opposed engines are very well suited to lowering a vehicle’s centre of gravity. The horizontal cylinders enable very low-profile construction. And the lower a vehicle’s centre of gravity, the sportier it can be driven.</p><p>Another of the most prominent traits of the Porsche flat-six engines is their low fuel consumption in relation to their power. This excellent fuel efficiency is based on the overall concept that is influenced by motorsports. It is based on systematic lightweight design, high-revving and a large specific power as a result of its advantageous charge cycle.</p><p>These basic traits were crucial in the decision to develop a six cylinder engine with an opposing cylinder layout for the first 911. This resulted in an air-cooled flat-six engine with axial blower and – due to its higher rev reserves and improved smooth running – one overhead camshaft per side. At first, the displacement was specified as two litres, and the engine was designed for potential increases up to 2.7 litres. In those days, no Porsche engine specialist could have predicted that this engine type would be continued in its basic form right up to the year 1998 and would finally reach 3.8 litres of displacement.</p><p><b>World premiere in 1963 with 130 hp from two litres of displacement</b></p><p>At the world premiere of the 911, which was initially known as the 901 at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in 1963, the flat-six engine produced a power of 130 hp at 6,100/min from its two litres of displacement. The success of the new sports car quickly led to customer wishes for more power. Porsche responded, and the 911 S made its debut in model year 1967 with 160 hp at 6,600/min – the base model was soon designated the 911 L, and later the 911 E. At that time, the engineers were especially proud that despite the added power and a power-to-displacement ratio of 80 hp per litre, there were no compromises in terms of engine life.</p><p>The 911 not only established itself on the world market based on its efficient performance, but also by its technological progress. In 1968, Porsche offered the sports car with an emissions control system for the USA. A special aspect of this system: Porsche was able to satisfy US emissions regulations – including the especially stringent rules for California – without any compromises in performance and with nearly identical driving comfort. Hazardous emissions were controlled by exhaust gas recirculation in the induction manifold and by thermal reactors. In its development work, Porsche was the first company in Europe to ever install roller dynamometers for emissions testing.</p><p>In autumn 1968, Porsche introduced mechanical petrol injection with six-piston pump. In addition to increasing displacement, it also added more power and torque. In 1969, the six-cylinder engine first grew to 2.2 litres, then two years later to 2.4 litres. This resulted in 180 hp of power for the 911 S at first and then 190 hp. In 1971, engine compression was reduced so that all 911 cars could be powered by regular petrol worldwide. In close cooperation with Bosch, Porsche developed the K-Jetronic – an improved, continuous fuel injection system, which was first introduced in the US models in 1972.</p><p><b>In 1974, the 911 Turbo made its debut as the first production sports car with a turbocharger</b></p><p>In 1973, all engines in the 911 generation designated as “G models” were converted to engine displacements of 2.7 litres, and operation with unleaded regular petrol was made possible – here Porsche proved once again that sports cars could be eco-friendly. In 1974, a legend made its first appearance: Porsche introduced the 911 Turbo, the first production sports car with a turbocharger. In this car, engineers transferred their extensive experience with turbocharged engines from motorsport into series production. The engine was based on the engine of the 911 Carrera RS 3.0 which produced 260 hp and a torque of 343 Newton metres which took the car to a top speed of over 250 km/h.</p><p>Advanced development of the six cylinder engine brought displacement and power enhancements over several stages, combined with highly advanced emissions control technology. Porsche built the first flat engines with regulated catalytic converters in 1980. Three years later, a new generation of naturally aspirated engines was presented, which had 3.2 litres of displacement and digital engine electronics. All of the engines were now designed for unleaded regular petrol – in many European countries this fuel was still unavailable, but the engine design offered flexibility. In 1988, Porsche made further improvements to the combustion process and developed a cylinder head with two spark plugs per combustion chamber.</p><p>The air-cooled flat engine reached its zenith with the naturally aspirated engine of the 993 model series, which produced 300 hp from 3.8 litres of displacement in the top model 911 Carrera RS in 1995. There was a limited edition series of the 911 GT2, a car derived from motorsport, whose 3.6-litre engine first developed 430 hp with the help of two turbochargers and then 450 hp in model year 1998. The 911 Turbo also adopted the biturbo concept, and another global innovation was the OBD II emissions control monitoring system. The now 408 hp engine was still based on the naturally aspirated 3.6-litre engine, but it had been modified so extensively that it was considered an independent design.</p><p><b>In 1996, the first water-cooled flat-six engine from Porsche celebrated its world premiere</b></p><p>The engine of the new Boxster model series represented a quantum leap in the development history of the flat-six engines from Porsche at its world premiere in 1996. For the first time, Porsche implemented a water-cooled engine that had 2.5 litres of displacement and 204 hp of power. Freed of the restrictions of the previous six cylinder engine with air cooling, engine developers gave the new engine a cylinder head with two camshafts and four valves per cylinder. One year later, the new 911 of the 996 model series appeared, also with a water-cooled engine. The engine with 3.4 litres of displacement was significantly shorter and above all flatter than the previous model. It produced 300 hp and was much higher revving than the previous engine. In addition, the intake camshaft was adjustable, and the VarioCam variable valve timing adjustment concept was born. Two years later, this system was supplemented by valve lift adjustment, and since then it has been named VarioCam plus. However, its key data were unchanged: six cylinders, seven-bearing crankshaft, dual-mass flywheel and a longitudinally split engine housing. The 911 Turbo was also changed over to water cooling, and in the year 2000 it got a new engine with 420 hp. Once again, displacement and power were boosted over the course of time, and by the middle of the 2000 decade, flat engines with 3.6 and 3.8 litres of displacement and 355 hp were added.</p><p>In 2008, the 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S models then got engines with direct fuel injection that had been designed from the ground up. They produced 345 hp and 385 hp from the same displacement. Also coming from this engine family were the engines used in the Boxster and Cayman. Starting around 2008, “downsizing” with the goal of better fuel efficiency became a trendsetting objective for powertrain engineers. Based on its bundled knowledge, Porsche developed the new technology for the 911 of the 991 model series, which appeared in 2011. For example, the flat engine in the 911 Carrera with 350 hp had a displacement of 3.4 litres instead of the previous 3.6 litres. The 400 hp Carrera S retained its 3.8 litres of displacement. Both models illustrate how the 991 model series was developed into a complete package designed for maximum fuel efficiency. With a weight to power ratio of 3.5 kilograms per hp, the new 911 Carrera S is at the top of the field. And in terms of its NEDC fuel consumption, the 911 Carrera posts a value of 8.2 litres per 100 km (194 g/km CO2) and the 911 Carrera S a value of 8.7 l/100 km (205 g/km CO2) – both with PDK – these too are excellent values.</p><p>In the segment of two-seat roadsters and coupés, the Boxster and Cayman make their appearance with the same positive traits that have now also led to recognition of the 2.7-litre engine as “Engine of the Year” in its displacement class. In the Boxster, the engine produces 265 hp with fuel consumption values identical to those of the Cayman engine. The Boxster S and Cayman S are equipped with a 3.4-litre variant; in the roadster it produces 315 hp and in the sport coupé its power is boosted to 325 hp. Equipped with PDK, both engines have combined NEDC fuel consumption values of 8.0 l/100 km (188 g/km CO2).</p><p>Here, Porsche is making a clear statement: the six-cylinder flat engine is not an engine of yesterday. Rather, it is the foundation for development of the efficient sports engine of tomorrow.</p><p>Porsche Boxster/Cayman: Fuel consumption: urban 12.2 – 10.6 l/100 km; extra-urban 6.9 – 5.9 l/100 km; combined 8.8 – 7.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 206 – 180 g/km</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <title>Production continues at the Porsche plant in Leipzig</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart / Leipzig.</b> After the production downtime and one canceled shift due to shortages in supply of Cayenne bodies from Bratislava, the production continues in the early afternoon. “We continue today with one production shift but the supply situation stays critical. The crossing of the flood-affected regions in the Czech Republic is still problematic because of route blockages. Therefore, we are deciding on a daily basis how many cars can be manufactured”, explained Siegfried Bülow, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche Leipzig GmbH.</p><p><b>GO</b></p>]]></description>
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      <title>Porsche delivers 15,000 sports cars to customers in May</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> With 15,020 deliveries worldwide in May 2013, sports-car maker Porsche has outperformed the figure of the same month in the prior year by 13 percent. Up to now, 67,261 new autos of the model ranges made in Zuffenhausen and Leipzig were handed over to customers this year – a boost of 19 percent compared to the period of January to May 2012.</p><p>“In terms of customer deliveries to date, we have exceeded our expectations in the ongoing year. Given the continuing volatility of the market development, we nevertheless remain cautiously optimistic for the second half of the year,” said Bernhard Maier, Member of the Executive Board Sales and Marketing of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “The 911 in particular delights customers and aficionados of the brand the world over, being highly coveted in the year of its 50th birthday. We are honouring our iconic car with an exclusive limited special model at the IAA, which can now be ordered.”</p><p>In the United States, exactly 3,927 customers rejoiced over the delivery of their new sports car – an increase of 38 percent compared to the same month of the previous year. In the second-largest Porsche market, China, the very high level from May 2012 was improved by six percent to 3,206 deliveries in May of this year. The bestseller in this market was again the sporty SUV Cayenne.</p><p>The new models in the Boxster and Cayman model ranges were especially sought worldwide: Porsche delivered 2,805 mid-engine sports cars to customers – this is nearly three times the figure of May 2012. 3,000 vehicles in the 911 model range, i.e. twelve percent more than in the same month of the past year, were handed over to customers in the reporting month.</p><p><b>GO</b></p>]]></description>
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      <title>Porsche plant in Leipzig temporarily stops production</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart / Leipzig.</b> The automotive sector in Saxony is starting to feel the effects of non-stop rain and flooding: as of Thursday’s early shift the Porsche plant in Leipzig will be halting production due to shortages in supply of Cayenne bodies from Bratislava. The freight trains are unable to get through the severely flood-affected region of the Czech Republic. The Leipzig plant itself is not affected by the floods. “When production will be able to start up again will be decided dependent on how things develop with the supply chain logistics. The workers affected have been informed. Meanwhile, the Panamera pre-assembly line, for which the bodies are made in Hannover, is running normally,” explained Siegfried Bülow, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche Leipzig GmbH.Every day at the Porsche site in Saxony around 450 vehicles come off the production line.</p><p><b>GO</b></p>]]></description>
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      <title>Porsche fête les 50 ans de la 911 avec une édition limitée exclusive</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> La Porsche 911 cultive l’art des paradoxes comme nulle autre sportive : tradition et innovation, exclusivité et acceptabilité sociale ne sont pas les moindres de ses contradictions apparentes. Porsche fêtera donc les 50 ans de la 911 de la plus belle manière au Salon de l’automobile de Francfort (IAA), en présentant un nouveau modèle exclusif, développé sur la base de la 911 Carrera S. À l’instar de la 911 d’origine, l’édition du cinquantenaire est un Coupé à propulsion doté d’un moteur Boxer 6 cylindres situé en porte-à-faux arrière, avec des caractéristiques résolument modernes : ses performances en termes d’efficacité, son châssis sport et sa carrosserie exclusive s’inscrivent bien sûr dans la modernité la plus actuelle. La 911 anniversaire affiche en outre une voie arrière élargie qui est habituellement la marque des modèles à transmission intégrale. Cette édition prestigieuse est limitée à 1963 exemplaires, un chiffre qui correspond à l’année du lancement de la 911.</p><p>Pour fêter le cinquantième anniversaire de la 911, Porsche présentera cette édition exclusive à l’IAA de Francfort, qui ouvrira ses portes au public le 12 septembre prochain. En 1963, c’est déjà à l’occasion de ce prestigieux salon international de l’automobile que Porsche avait présenté la toute première 911 au public. Depuis son lancement, celle qui s’est d’abord appelée « Type 901 » fait le bonheur des amateurs d’automobile du monde entier et fait figure de référence dans le monde des sportives. La gamme a été perpétuellement revisitée depuis 1963, mais son caractère unique a été conservé. Cette évolution continue sur un demi-siècle, jalonnée d’innombrables victoires en compétition, a fait de la 911 la sportive par excellence qui incarne l’authenticité de la marque Porsche dans sa plus parfaite expression. Ses gènes se retrouvent d’ailleurs dans le patrimoine de tous les autres modèles Porsche.</p><p>Cette édition limitée de la 911 Carrera S, qui développe 400 ch (294 kW), perpétue cette fascinante tradition par des équipements qui ont contribué au formidable succès de ce modèle. Celui-ci dispose ainsi d’un châssis sport PASM avec gestion active de la suspension spécialement adapté à la largeur de la voie, ce qui contribue à améliorer la formidable dynamique transversale de la 911. L’échappement sport assure une signature sonore à laquelle les amateurs de voitures de sport seront particulièrement sensibles. Les jantes exclusives 20 pouces rendent un hommage visuel aux célèbres jantes « Fuchs » avec leur teinte noir mat et leur étoile polie. Des inserts chromés sur les prises d’air avant, sur les lamelles de la grille de calandre et sur le panneau situé entre les feux arrière soulignent l’élégance racée de ce modèle d’exception. Autre équipement de série, les phares Bi-Xénon avec fonction Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS).</p><p>Le modèle anniversaire est disponible dans deux coloris exclusifs, Gris Graphite uni et Gris Geyser métallisé, et en teinte Noir uni, au choix. Un monogramme bicolore «  911 50 » est apposé sur le coffre. Le nom du modèle est repris en trois autres endroits : dans la broderie des appuie-têtes, dans le logo bicolore du compte-tours et sur les seuils de porte aluminium. Il est également associé au numéro individuel du modèle sur la baguette décorative du tableau de bord. Enfin, le modèle anniversaire se caractérise par l’encadrement des vitres latérales en aluminium et des rétroviseurs extérieurs Sport Design intégrés sur les panneaux des portières.</p><p>L’habitacle rend également hommage à la 911 d’origine : comme il y a cinquante ans, les chiffres des cadrans sont verts, les aiguilles sont blanches et les axes centraux sont recouverts d’un capuchon argenté. Autre signe distinctif : la bande centrale en tissu de la sellerie cuir/tissu rappelle les carreaux des sièges en tissu « Pied de poule », très prisés dans les années 1960. L’intérieur tout cuir est disponible dans les teintes Gris Quartz ou Noir, avec coutures contrastantes. Le conducteur et son passager peuvent profiter de l’expérience de conduite caractéristique de la 911 dans des sièges Sport à 14 positions ou des sièges Sport Plus 18 positions proposés en option. Assorti aux inserts décoratifs du tableau de bord, des portières et de la console centrale en aluminium brossé, le levier de vitesses est issu du programme Porsche Exclusive.</p><p>Les performances du modèle exclusif célébrant les 50 ans de la 911 correspondent quasiment trait pour trait à celles de la 911 Carrera S. La 911 anniversaire franchit le 0 à 100 km/h en 4,5 secondes (4,3 avec la boîte PDK) et atteint une vitesse maximale de 300 km/h (298 avec la boîte PDK). Sa consommation en cycle mixte européen s’établit à 9,5 l/100 km (8,7 avec la boîte PDK), pour un taux d’émission de CO2 de 224 g/km (205 avec la boîte PDK). Les modèles anniversaires seront disponibles à compter du 23 septembre 2013 au prix de 122 792 euros T.T.C. en France.</p><p>Pour plus de renseignements, n’hésitez pas à contacter le Service Presse de Porsche France au 01.55.19.91.40</p><p>Pour information, les visuels sont téléchargeables sur notre base presse à l’adresse suivante : <a href="http://presse.porsche.de/">https://presse.porsche.de</a></p>]]></description>
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      <title>Anniversary exhibition celebrates “50 Years of 911”</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> The Porsche Museum is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 911 with one of the most extensive special exhibitions since its opening: Dr. Wolfgang Porsche, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, and Matthias Müller, President of the Executive Board of Porsche AG, opened the “50 Years of 911” anniversary exhibition today. The Porsche Museum is presenting an extraordinary retrospective on the 911 until September 29, 2013. More than 40 different 911 versions tell the unique and exciting history of this sports car model range. The range of vehicles shown extends from the original 911 up to the present day, including rare production cars and race cars as well as numerous prototypes, which will be presented to the general public for the first time. Historic brochures, advertisements and posters from the collections of the Porsche archive round off this journey through time, reviewing five decades of 911 history.</p><p>“I personally recall the presentation of the Porsche 901 very well at the IAA in Frankfurt in September 1963,” says Dr. Wolfgang Porsche, looking back into the past. “Everybody in the company was anxiously waiting to see how customers and journalists would react to the new car. But my father Ferry Porsche believed in the concept of the new model right from the onset. A couple of years before his death, he emphasised once again how proud he was that he was proven right about the 911 being a success.” Matthias Müller too backed up the story of success of the 911. “I don’t know any other sports car that has such a great history and yet at the same time is so modern as the Porsche 911,” he stressed. “It reflects everything that makes our brand special in its very essence. This timeless sports car concept not only has behind it an exciting history. It also has ahead of it a great and successful future.”</p><p>Today, the 911, designed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, is deemed one of the most successful sports cars of all time. More than 820,000 of the 911 were built over the last 50 years. It has gained more than 20,000 racing victories. The Porsche engineers from Zuffenhausen and Weissach have reinvented the 911 in each of the now seven generations, demonstrating the innovativeness of the brand again and again. Like no other vehicle, the 911 combines seemingly contradictory traits such as sportiness and everyday utility, tradition and innovation, exclusiveness and social acceptability, design and functionality – there can be no doubt that it stands for the “Engineered by Porsche” quality seal. Ferry Porsche once put into a nutshell what constitutes the secret of the success of the 911 model range: “The 911 is the only car that you can drive from an African safari to Le Mans, then to the theatre and onto the streets of New York.”</p><p>The starting point of the “50 Years of 911” special exhibition highlights the development stages of the 901 type as well as a replica of its first-ever presentation at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt in 1963. In addition, film footage of the first 911 test drive will be shown. 50 stories all around the topic of the 911 will then guide the visitors through the exhibition. Among other things, the 911 fan will learn how the sports car got its model designation. Advertising messages, quotes from Ferry Porsche, highlights from the racing history as well as anecdotes from the early development stages point the way for the visitor through the history of the 911.</p><p>More than 40 exhibits in the anniversary exhibition show the wide product range of the 911 from its beginnings to our present day. A 911 R can be admired by fans, of which no more than 19 units were produced in 1967 for a small circle of top-notch private drivers as well as for the Porsche factory itself. A 911 Carrera RSR is on exhibit, with which the sports car manufacturer heralded in a new era in customer sports car racing. One 934 model from 1976 that was part of the field of starters in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, continuing right up to 1982, also contributes to the exhibition. Alongside the original 911 of 1964 and other anniversary models, there are unusual and prominent 911 cars to be discovered. An armoured 911 (996) with safety glass is presented alongside a 911 Carrera, whose former owner was the Spanish singer Julio Iglesias. Among many other things, motor sports fans can delight in the first Carrera Cup model from 1990, a 911 Carrera Cup (964) as well as one 911 GT3 RS 4.0.</p><p><b>Anniversary promotions for museum visitors and 911 drivers</b></p><p>Many special promotions will accompany the “50 Years 911” special exhibition.</p><p><i>Free admission</i></p><p>All 911 drivers plus one accompanying person, upon presentation of the vehicle registration at the box office of the Porsche Museum, have free admission from June 4 to September 29, 2013. The Porsche Museum also foregoes any admission price for visitors who have been born in 1963 and can prove it by presenting their ID.</p><p><i>Holiday programme for children</i></p><p>Moreover, in collaboration with the Stuttgart Police Department, the Porsche Museum is organising a free summer holiday programme for girls and boys five years old and up. Ten interactive stations await the car drivers of tomorrow from August 24 to September 8, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily (except Monday). Alongside a bicycle round course on the roof terrace of the Porsche Museum, our little visitors can solve exciting puzzles and complete assignments that all have to do with the 911. The children may also slip into a racing suit and sit behind the steering wheel of a Porsche. Free tours for children are provided during this time from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.</p><p><i>Museum shop</i></p><p>The museum shop will have a selection of special 911 items for sale: The in-house publishers “Edition Porsche Museum” is putting out a book entitled “911x911” in the anniversary year of the Eleven; it is available in five languages in the shop of the Porsche Museum and costs 39.90 euro. A Bordeaux with the fine-sounding name of “Rouge Pérou” has been bottled exclusively for the Porsche Museum and can be had there for 29.00 euro. The designation of “Rosso Bordeaux” has been taken from the 911 colour table – in French, it's “Rouge Pérou.” Alongside small items like 911 sheet-metal cards and a cutting board with the design of the 911 silhouette, the museum keeps vehicle miniatures for model car fans on hand. Posters depicting 50 production cars and race cars (for 19.00 euro each) round off the anniversary range of offers.</p><p><i>Museum cafeteria</i></p><p>Our visitors restaurant “Boxenstopp,” located in the lounge, is also serving special 911 dishes. They range from the “Targa Florio Antipasti Plate” for 9.11 euro to a 911 birthday hamburger for 9.97 euro to the “Turbo Currywurst” for 9.64 euro. The opening hours of the “Boxenstopp” are 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Tuesday to Sunday. It can be accessed without an admission ticket.</p><p>The Porsche Museum is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. The admission fee is eight euro for adults. Reduced price tickets cost four euro. You'll find more information in the Internet at: <a href="http://www.porsche.com/museum/">www.porsche.com/museum</a>.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> The Porsche 911 resolves apparent contradictions like no other sports car – such as between tradition and innovation or between exclusivity and high social acceptance, and of course between performance and efficiency. And so, Porsche is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 911 at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt with a special anniversary model based on the <br />911 Carrera S: like the original 911, the 911 50th Anniversary Edition is a coupé with a flat-six rear engine and rear wheel drive. Its efficient performance, active sport suspension – and special body have current relevancy: the anniversary 911 features the wide body, which is typically reserved for the all-wheel drive Carrera 4 models. This special edition will be limited to 1963 cars, a number that represents the year of the 911 world premiere.</p><p>Porsche will present the limited edition model in time for the 50th anniversary of the 911 at the IAA motor show in Frankfurt, which opens its gates to the public on September 12, 2013. In 1963, Porsche presented the original model to the public at this leading international show for the automotive industry. Since its first presentation – initially as the type 901 – the sports car icon has excited automotive fans across the globe, and today it is considered the reference for all other sports cars. Since making its debut in 1963, the model series has progressively developed without interruption. In the process, the unique character of the 911 was always preserved. The result of this evolution over a 50-year period – which included countless race victories as well – is a sports car that fully embodies the authenticity of the Porsche brand. Its DNA is reflected in all Porsche models.</p><p>This limited edition of the 400 hp (294 kW) 911 Carrera S includes features that have contributed to the 50-year success story of the 911. For example, the limited edition includes Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) with special tuning to complement its increased track width and to add support to the exceptional cornering dynamics of the 911. The sport exhaust system outputs a fitting emotional sound. Special 20-inch wheels are a visual tribute to the legendary “Fuchs” wheels and are finished in matte black paint with machine-polished centres. Chrome trim strips on the front air inlets, the fins of the engine compartment grille and the panel between the rear lights emphasise the distinctive appearance of this limited edition model. Another technical highlight of the car’s equipment is the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) with bi-xenon headlights and dynamic cornering lights</p><p>Two unique colours are available for the anniversary 911, a darker graphite grey and a lighter geyser grey metallic. In addition black monochrome is also available. Each of the cars has a two-tone 3D-effect badge on the rear lid with the numbers <br />“911 50”. This is repeated in three colour embroidery on the headrest and in two colours as a logo on the tachometer and the aluminium door sill plates. It can also be found on the cup holder panel - together with the limited edition number of the individual vehicle. Other exterior characteristics of the special model are high-gloss window frames and sport design exterior mirrors on the doors panels. </p><p>There are tributes to the original 911 in the interior as well: green labelling on the instruments with white pointer needles and silver caps on the instrument pivot pins, just like 50 years ago. Another special feature is the centre panels of the leather seats, which are designed with a fabric pattern reminiscent of the “Pepita” tartan design from the 1960s. The full-leather interior is designed in agate grey or black with decorative stitching, some in contrasting colour. The driver and front passenger experience typical 911 driving fun in 14-way sport seats or optional 18-way sport seats plus. The gear shift or selector lever – which matches the decorative panels on the dashboard, doors and centre console in brushed aluminium – comes from the Porsche Exclusive program.</p><p>The 911 50th Anniversary Editionsprints from zero to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds <br />(4.3 with PDK) and can reach a top speed of 300 km/h (298 with PDK). The car’s NEDC combined fuel consumption is 9.5 l/100 km (8.7 with PDK), which equates to CO2 emissions of 224 g/km (205 with PDK). The limited edition models will be available at Porsche dealers starting September 23, 2013, and in Germany they will cost 121,119 euros including VAT and country-specific features. </p><p>Porsche 911 50th Anniversary Edition: Fuel consumption City 13.8–12.2 l/100 km; Highway 7.1–6.2 l/100 km; Combined 9.5–8.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions 224–205 g/km *</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> À l’occasion d’un événement presse international, la Panamera S E-Hybrid a effectué 42 essais avec des journalistes à son bord, affichant une consommation moyenne de 4,4 l/100 km seulement sur une distance cumulée de plus de 1 200 km. Le premier modèle hybride plug-in au monde dans le segment des berlines de luxe atteint même un seuil de consommation minimale de 2,8 l/100 km sur un tour, attestant ainsi de sa capacité à atteindre dans des conditions réelles la consommation en cycle européen établie à 3,1 l/100 km <br />(71g de CO2 /km). Et ce avec, sur chacun des quatre modèles Panamera S E-Hybrid de série participant à l’événement, à chaque fois trois ou quatre passagers à son bord, la climatisation allumée et des pointes à 230 km/h sur la portion d’autoroute empruntée en Allemagne. Long de 28,7 km, le parcours d’essai organisé dans et autour de la ville d’Hockenheim comprenait 6,5 km de tracé urbain, 9,2 km de routes de campagne et 13 km d’autoroute, dont certaines portions sans limitation de vitesse. Pour pouvoir atteindre de telles performances, il faut utiliser toutes les possibilités de chargement de la batterie lithium-ion de <br />9,4 kWh sur le réseau électrique.</p><p>Ces essais ont également permis de confirmer dans la pratique l’autonomie en mode entièrement électrique, qui s’élève à 36 km, avec une consommation de carburant de 0,0 l/100 km et zéro émission, démontrant ainsi que les valeurs en cycle européen obtenues sur banc d’essai peuvent être reproduites sur route. Le tout avec une vitesse moyenne de 54 km/h, alors que les essais en cycle européen sont réalisés à une vitesse moyenne de 33 km/h.</p><p>La Panamera S E-Hybrid offre une puissance cumulée de 416 ch (306 kW), franchit le 0 à 100 km/h en 5,5 secondes et atteint une vitesse maximale de 270 km/h. La nouvelle Panamera S E-Hybrid sera commercialisée à partir de juillet 2013 au tarif de 112 309 Euros TTC.</p><p>Pour plus de renseignements, n’hésitez pas à contacter le Service Presse de Porsche France au 01.55.19.91.40</p><p>Pour information, les visuels sont téléchargeables sur notre base presse à l’adresse suivante : <a href="http://presse.porsche.de/">https://presse.porsche.de</a></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> On the occasion of an international press event – in which over 42 test drives were conducted with journalists in the Panamera S E-Hybrid covering a total distance of over 1,200 kilometres – the model consumed just 4.4 l/100 km averaged over all drives. The top value recorded on the circuit course for the world’s first plug-in hybrid in the luxury class was a low 2.8 l/100 km. These results illustrate that in real everyday operation, it is entirely possible to attain fuel consumption values of the same magnitude as the value determined in NEDC testing, which is 3.1 l/100 km. And it even accomplished this in four unmodified Panamera S E-Hybrid production cars, each carrying three to four persons, with the climate control system activated and accelerating up to 230 km/h on the motorway section of the route. The test circuit, which had a total length of 28.7 km, followed a course through and around the city of Hockenheim and comprised 6.5 km city driving, 9.2 km of country roads and 13 km of German Autobahn – some without speed limits. A prerequisite for attaining such values is systematically exploiting opportunities for charging the 9.4 kWh lithium-ion battery on the electrical grid.</p><p>The car’s range of 36 kilometres in all-electric driving was also confirmed in practice with a fuel consumption value of 0.0 l/100 km and zero local emissions, which was not only attainable in NEDC testing on a dynamometer, but also on the street. And it even attains this value at an average speed of 54 km/h, while the average speed in NEDC testing is just 33 km/h.</p><p>The Panamera S E-Hybrid offers a combined system power of 416 hp (306 kW), accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds and has a top speed of 270 km/h. The new Panamera S E-Hybrid will be at dealers starting July 27, 2013.</p><p>Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid: Fuel consumption (combined) 3.1 l/100 km; CO2 emissions (combined) 71 g/km; electrical consumption (combined) 162 kWh/km; CO2 efficiency class (Germany): A+ *</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>La 918 Spyder incarne l’essence même de la philosophie de Porsche : elle combine, d’une part, les dernières technologies utilisées en sport automobile avec un agrément d’utilisation au quotidien exceptionnel et, d’autre part, des performances maximales avec une consommation minime. La mission confiée à l’équipe de développeurs était de créer la voiture supersportive de la prochaine décennie dotée d’un entraînement hybride qui soit à la fois très puissant et très efficace sur le plan énergétique. Pour accomplir cette mission complètement inédite, les développeurs sont logiquement partis d’une feuille blanche, ce qui leur a permis d’adopter un concept qui ne souffre aucun compromis. La voiture tout entière a été conçue autour de l’entraînement hybride. C’est la raison pour laquelle la 918 Spyder montre, avec une ampleur encore inconnue jusqu’à présent, le potentiel que renferme l’entraînement hybride : l’augmentation parallèle des performances et de l’efficacité énergétique, réalisée sans que l’une ne se fasse au détriment de l’autre. Voilà la philosophie qui a fait de la Porsche 911 la voiture de sport la plus couronnée de succès dans le monde plus de cinquante années durant. En bref, la 918 Spyder possède le patrimoine génétique des sportives Porsche du futur.</p><p>La parenté étroite avec le sport automobile de la 918 Spyder s’exprime de différentes manières. Celle-ci est ainsi conçue, développée et fabriquée par des ingénieurs de chez Porsche qui construisent des voitures de course, en collaboration avec des spécialistes de la production en série. Cela signifie que la 918 Spyder bénéficie aussi des nombreux enseignements tirés lors du développement des bolides Porsche qui disputeront l’édition 2014 des 24 Heures du Mans – et inversement. Le concept structurel de la 918 Spyder reposant sur un châssis roulant – soit un véhicule de base qui peut être conduit même sans carrosserie – fait partie de la tradition des voitures de course Porsche. Son moteur V8 a pour origine conceptuelle celui de la RS Spyder engagée en LMP2, tandis que la structure portante de sa carrosserie est constituée d’une monocoque et d’un support moteur intégré en plastique renforcé de fibres de carbone (PRFC). Porsche possède de longues années d’expérience dans l’utilisation de ce matériau léger à haute résistance et signe un nouvel exploit avec le développement de la 918 Spyder de série. De nombreux éléments de cette supersportive proviennent de fabricants qui ont fait leurs preuves en tant que fournisseurs de pièces pour véhicules de compétition.</p><p><b>Un entraînement hybride synonyme d’avantages en termes de dynamique de roulage</b></p><p>La 918 Spyder permet de se rendre compte que l’entraînement hybride de Porsche est tout bénéfice pour une dynamique de roulage sans compromis. On le vérifie aisément grâce au concept unique de transmission intégrale, qui associe un moteur à combustion, un moteur électrique sur le train arrière et un deuxième moteur électrique sur le train avant. Il repose sur les connaissances acquises par Porsche en course avec la 911 GT3 R Hybrid. La présence d’un moteur supplémentaire à gestion indépendante sur le train avant permet d’appliquer de nouvelles stratégies de conduite, spécialement dans les virages, et de négocier en toute sécurité des courbes à vitesse extrêmement élevée. À cela s’ajoute la stratégie de « boost » peaufinée, qui gère si intelligemment le flux énergétique du moteur électrique que, pour chaque sprint effectué à accélération maximale, la pleine puissance de la 918 Spyder peut être sollicitée tout simplement en enfonçant complètement la pédale d’accélération. En bref, la 918 Spyder permet aux conducteurs, même dépourvus de toute expérience en compétition, de ressentir le potentiel accru de dynamique longitudinale et transversale.</p><p>La Porsche 918 Spyder a également tout ce qu’il faut pour battre de nombreux records. Son temps au tour sur la Boucle nord du Nürburgring (Nordschleife) est actuellement de 7 min 14 s. Elle a signé ce chrono en présence de journalistes internationaux lors d’essais dynamiques réalisés en septembre 2012, soit plus d’un an avant le lancement de la production. Le prototype 918 Spyder s’est ainsi montré plus rapide de 20 s environ que la Porsche Carrera GT. D’autres essais seront menés sur la Boucle nord du Nürburgring. Fait encore plus important, la 918 Spyder surpasse, et de loin, des devancières et concurrentes en termes d’efficience. Véhicule hybride « plug-in », elle associe rigoureusement la dynamique d’une voiture de course de plus de 880 ch avec une consommation moyenne qui, mesurée à 3 l/100 km environ selon le NCCE, s’avère encore plus faible que celle de la plupart des citadines actuelles. En clair, un plaisir de conduite maximal pour une consommation minime.</p><p><b>Une monocoque en PRFC à la base d’une construction légère et d’un centre de gravité bas</b></p><p>La dynamique de roulage exceptionnelle de la 918 Spyder est à mettre sur le compte de technologies directement dérivées de celles utilisées actuellement en compétition. L’ensemble de la structure portante en plastique renforcé de fibres de carbone (PRFC) présente une résistance à la torsion extrêmement élevée. La présence d’éléments d’amortissement de chocs supplémentaires à l’avant et à l’arrière permet d’absorber et de dissiper l’énergie d’impact en cas d’accident. Ce concept joue un rôle décisif dans le faible poids à vide de la voiture (environ           1640 kg avec le pack « Weissach »), une valeur exceptionnellement basse pour un véhicule hybride de cette catégorie de puissance. Les éléments de la chaîne cinématique et les composants de plus de 50 kg occupent une position aussi centrale et aussi basse que possible. Il en résulte une répartition des masses sur les trains de 57% à l’arrière et de 43% à l’avant. Associée à un centre de gravité extrêmement bas (situé à la hauteur des moyeux de roue), elle se révèle idéale en termes de dynamique de roulage. L’implantation centrale et basse de la batterie de traction, situé directement derrière le conducteur, non seulement contribue à la concentration des masses et à l’abaissement du centre de gravité, mais constitue aussi, d’un point de vue thermique, la solution qui favorise le plus son fonctionnement optimal.</p><p><b>Un châssis génétiquement lié aux voitures de course et un train arrière directeur</b></p><p>Le châssis multibras de la Porsche 918 Spyder s’inspire des architectures présentes en compétition. Il bénéficie en plus de systèmes tels que l’amortissement actif PASM et des roues arrières directrices. En gros, il recourt à un variateur d’angle électromécanique à chacune des roues arrière. Le processus, asservi à la vitesse, permet d’obtenir un angle de braquage de jusqu’à 3° vers la gauche ou vers la droite, tantôt dans le même sens que les roues avant, tantôt dans le sens contraire de celles-ci. À basse vitesse, les roues arrière braquent à contresens des roues avant, réduisant le rayon de braquage et facilitant les manœuvres. À vitesse élevée, les quatre roues braquent dans la même direction. Lors d’un brusque changement de bande de circulation, cela réduit le déport du train arrière. Il en résulte une plus grande stabilité et, par là même, une sécurité accrue.</p><p><b>Un système « Porsche Active Aerodynamic » (PAA) pour différents modes de conduite</b></p><p>Le système « Porsche Active Aerodynamic » (PAA) garantit un aérodynamisme unique et variable en recourant à des éléments aérodynamiques réglables. Il agit automatiquement sur trois d’entre eux pour faire varier l’assistance entre une efficacité optimale et une déportance maximale de manière adaptée au mode de fonctionnement du système d’entraînement hybride. En mode « Race », l’aileron arrière déployable est fort incliné pour offrir davantage de prise au vent et créer une déportance élevée sur le train arrière. Le spoiler positionné entre les deux supports d’aileron près du bord de fuite se déploie lui aussi. En outre, deux volets réglables situés dans le soubassement devant le train avant s’ouvrent et dirigent une partie du flux d’air vers les canaux de diffusion du carénage du soubassement. Il en résulte également un « effet de sol » au train avant.</p><p>En mode « Sport », le système de contrôle aérodynamique réduit quelque peu l’angle d’attaque de l’aileron arrière, ce qui permet à la voiture d’atteindre une vitesse de pointe plus élevée. Le spoiler reste déployé. Les volets aérodynamiques du soubassement se ferment, ce qui limite également la résistance à la pénétration dans l’air et augmente les vitesses atteignables. En mode « E », le système est entièrement configuré pour que la voiture présente une faible résistance aérodynamique : l’aileron et le spoiler arrière sont rentrés et les volets aérodynamiques, fermés.</p><p>Des prises d’air réglables situées sous les phares principaux complètent le système aérodynamique actif. Lorsque le véhicule est à l’arrêt et que le mode « Race » ou « Sport » est activé, elles s’ouvrent pour permettre l’arrivée d’air de refroidissement. Dans les modes « E-Power » et « Hybrid », elles se ferment immédiatement après la mise en mouvement du véhicule afin que celui-ci conserve une faible résistance à la pénétration dans l’air. Elles s’ouvrent de nouveau lorsque la voiture atteint la vitesse de 130 km/h environ ou que les besoins en air de refroidissement deviennent plus importants.</p><p><b>De confortable à ultra-sportive : cinq modes pour trois moteurs</b></p><p>Au cœur du concept de la 918 Spyder, on trouve un entraînement confié à trois moteurs dont la collaboration est contrôlée par un système de gestion intelligente qui repose sur cinq modes de fonctionnement présélectionnables. Cette stratégie d’exploitation est une compétence clé de la 918 Spyder. Elle prend en considération de manière optimale les différentes exigences entre, d’une part, un style de conduite privilégiant la sobriété et, d’autre part, un style de conduite axé sur les performances maximales. Afin d’exploiter au mieux le potentiel qui sépare ces deux extrêmes, les développeurs de Porsche ont défini un total de cinq modes de fonctionnement activables via un bouton de commande situé au volant (le « map switch », « map » désignant la cartographie), comme dans les voitures de course. En fonction du mode présélectionné, la 918 Spyder applique la stratégie de fonctionnement et de « boost » la plus adaptée sans que le conducteur n’ait à intervenir, de sorte qu’il peut se concentrer pleinement sur la route.</p><p><b>Silencieux et élégant : le mode « E-Power »</b></p><p>Au démarrage du véhicule, c’est le mode « E-Power » qui fait office de mode de fonctionnement par défaut tant que la batterie est suffisamment chargée. La 918 Spyder peut parcourir plus de 30 km en mode purement électrique lorsque les conditions de déplacement sont idéales. À la seule force de ses moteurs électriques, la 918 Spyder accélère de 0 à 100 km/h en moins de 7 s et peut atteindre la vitesse de 150 km/h. Quand ce mode est sélectionné, le moteur à combustion n’est sollicité qu’en cas de besoin : un enfoncement rapide de la pédale d’accélérateur (« kick-down ») permet de disposer instantanément de la puissance d’entraînement maximale. Si l’état de charge de la batterie tombe en dessous d’une valeur minimale prédéfinie, le véhicule passe automatiquement en mode « Hybrid ».</p><p><b>Efficacité énergétique et confort : le mode « Hybrid »</b></p><p>En mode « Hybrid », la 918 Spyder sollicite tant les moteurs électriques que le moteur à combustion en vue d’obtenir une efficacité énergétique maximale et une consommation minimale. L’utilisation des divers composants de l’ensemble mécanique dépend de la situation de déplacement rencontrée et des performances désirées. Le mode « Hybrid » est généralement utilisé pour des déplacements à vitesse modérée au cours desquels on veille à limiter sa consommation (par exemple en ville).</p><p><b>Sportif et dynamique : le mode « Sport Hybrid »</b></p><p>Lorsqu’un surcroît de dynamique est nécessaire, la 918 Spyder recourt au mode « Sport Hybrid » pour ses moteurs. Le moteur à combustion est maintenant sollicité en permanence et fournit le plus gros de la force motrice. Il est également épaulé par les moteurs électriques sous la forme d’un « boost » électrique quand le conducteur a besoin d’un surcroît de poussée ou quand le point de fonctionnement du moteur à combustion peut être optimisé en vue d’obtenir une efficacité énergétique supérieure. Ce mode de fonctionnement met l’accent sur la performance et sur un style de conduite sportif à vitesse maximale.</p><p><b>Pour de bons chronos : le mode « Race Hybrid »</b></p><p>Le mode « Race Hybrid » est synonyme de performances pures et de pilotage résolument sportif. Le moteur à combustion est utilisé essentiellement à pleine charge et alimente la batterie quand le conducteur n’utilise pas la puissance maximale. Ici aussi, les moteurs électriques fournissent un surcroît de poussée sous la forme d’un « boost » si le conducteur réclame encore plus de puissance. En outre, le programme de marche de la boîte PDK est configuré de manière encore plus sportive. Les moteurs électriques sont utilisés jusqu’à la limite de leurs possibilités pour offrir des performances maximales sur circuit. Quand ce mode est sélectionné, l’état de charge de la batterie n’est pas maintenu à un niveau constant, mais fluctue sur toute l’étendue de charge. Contrairement à ce qui se passe avec le mode « Sport Hybrid », les moteurs électriques sont sollicités au maximum de leurs possibilités pendant un court moment afin de pouvoir fournir un meilleur « boost ». Cette puissance supérieure est compensée par le fait que le moteur à combustion charge la batterie plus efficacement. La puissance électrique reste ainsi à la disposition du conducteur même s’il devait enchaîner quelques tours très rapides.</p><p><b>Pour décrocher la pole position : le mode « Hot Lap »</b></p><p>Le bouton « Hot Lap » situé au milieu du « map switch » permet de libérer les dernières réserves de puissance de la 918 Spyder et n’est activable qu’en mode « Race Hybrid ». Assimilable au mode de qualification d’une voiture de course, il pousse la batterie de traction à la limite maximale de ses possibilités, le temps de boucler rapidement quelques tours de circuit. Ce mode utilise toute l’énergie disponible dans la batterie.</p><p><b>Mode de propulsion principal : un huit cylindres de course</b></p><p>La principale source de puissance de la 918 Spyder est le huit cylindres de 4,6 l développant 612 ch et autorisant des régimes jusqu’à 9.150 tr/min directement dérivé du fameux moteur de la RS Spyder. À l’instar du moteur de course de cette dernière, celui de la 918 Spyder bénéficie d’une lubrification à carter sec avec réservoir d’huile et aspiration d’huile indépendants. Afin d’économiser sur le poids, des composants comme le réservoir d’huile, le boîtier du filtre à air (intégré dans le berceau) et les conduits d’admission sont réalisés en plastique renforcé de fibres de carbone (PRFC). Les bielles en titane, les parois minces coulées à basse pression pour le carter de vilebrequin et les couvre-culasses, le vilebrequin allégé en acier à haute limite d’élasticité optimisé en termes de résistance (avec un décalage angulaire des manetons de 180°) et la ligne d’échappement aux parois extrêmement minces réalisées dans un alliage d’acier et de nickel sont le fruit d’autres importantes mesures d’allégement. Fait remarquable, ce V8 ne supporte plus aucun organe auxiliaire, est dépourvu d’entraînements extérieurs par courroie et s’avère donc particulièrement compact. Les améliorations en termes de poids et de performances dont il a bénéficié sont à l’origine de sa puissance au litre record (la plus élevée à ce jour pour un moteur atmosphérique Porsche) d’environ 132 ch/l, qui est nettement supérieure à celle de la Carrera GT (106 ch/l).</p><p><b>Un héritage unique de la compétition : les « Top Pipes »</b></p><p>Si la 918 Spyder déclenche la passion, c’est non seulement en raison du potentiel de son moteur, mais aussi de sa sonorité. Celle-ci est à mettre principalement sur le compte desdites « Top Pipes », à savoir les embouts d’échappement qui débouchent dans la partie supérieure du capot arrière, directement au-dessus du moteur. On ne retrouve cette architecture sur aucun autre véhicule de série. Son principal avantage réside dans la dissipation optimale de la chaleur grâce aux distances ultra-courtes que doivent parcourir les gaz d’échappement brûlants et à la faible contrepression dans la ligne d’échappement. Cette solution a nécessité la mise en œuvre d’un nouveau concept thermodynamique en rapport avec le guidage des gaz. Avec, au bout du compte, un moteur « HSI » (« Hot Side Inside ») caractérisé par un « côté chaud » (les composants de l’échappement) situé à l’intérieur du V formé par les bancs de cylindres, les éléments d’admission d’air étant placés à l’extérieur du V.</p><p>Autre avantage de cette option : le compartiment moteur reste plus frais, ce qui permet de limiter les moyens « actifs » nécessaires au refroidissement de la batterie lithium-ion, qui affiche les meilleures performances dans la fourchette de températures comprise entre 20 et 40 °C.</p><p><b>Monté en parallèle dans la chaîne cinématique : le module hybride</b></p><p>Le module hybride est accolé au moteur V8. Comme les actuels modèles hybrides de Porsche, la 918 Spyder est conçue en tant qu’hybride parallèle. Pour l’essentiel, le module hybride est composé d’un moteur électrique de 115 kW environ et d’un embrayage de découplage qui fait office de « raccord » avec le moteur à combustion. Grâce à l’architecture en parallèle, les roues du train arrière peuvent être entraînées indifféremment par le V8, par le moteur électrique ou par les deux simultanément. Le bloc motopropulseur est logé devant le train arrière, une disposition typique pour une supersportive de Porsche. Il n’y a pas de liaison mécanique avec le train avant.</p><p><b>Sens dessus dessous pour un centre de gravité bas : la boîte de vitesses à double embrayage</b></p><p>La transmission de la force motrice au train arrière est confiée à une boîte de vitesses PDK à double embrayage et 7 rapports. Cette transmission à haut rendement est la déclinaison la plus sportive de l’éprouvée PDK. Elle a été complètement revue et encore optimisée en fonction des objectifs de performances. Afin que le véhicule ait un centre de gravité aussi bas que possible, la boîte a été montée « tête en bas », donc pivotée de 180° autour de son axe longitudinal par comparaison avec sa position sur les autres séries de modèles Porsche. Quand les roues arrière ne doivent pas être entraînées, les deux moteurs peuvent être désolidarisés du reste de la chaîne cinématique par l’embrayage de découplage et les deux embrayages de la boîte PDK. La voiture poursuit alors sur son élan avec le moteur à combustion coupé, comme c’est le cas des autres hybrides de la marque.</p><p><b>Une transmission intégrale indépendante : un train avant mû par un moteur électrique</b></p><p>Au niveau du train avant, on trouve un deuxième moteur électrique, autonome et développant environ 95 kW. Il entraîne les roues par l’intermédiaire d’une démultiplication fixe. Un embrayage de découplage permet de le désolidariser des roues à haute vitesse pour éviter tout surrégime. Le couple d’entraînement est géré indépendamment pour chacun des essieux. Cela permet une régulation très rapide de la transmission intégrale, synonyme d’un maximum de motricité et de dynamique de roulage.</p><p><b>Batterie lithium-ion avec dispositif de charge rapide</b></p><p>L’énergie électrique destinée aux moteurs est stockée dans une batterie lithium-ion constituée de 312 cellules individuelles et qui affiche une capacité d’environ 7 kWh. Dans le cas de la 918 Spyder, la batterie est « orientée performances » aussi bien lorsqu’il s’agit de fournir que d’absorber une puissance électrique, afin de pouvoir répondre aux besoins en puissance des moteurs électriques. Le potentiel et la longévité des batteries de traction lithium-ion dépendent notamment de leur température. D’où la présence d’un circuit de refroidissement par liquide propre à la batterie de la 918 Spyder. La période de garantie mondiale des batteries de traction est de sept ans.</p><p>Pour charger la batterie, Porsche a développé un nouveau système avec, d’une part, une interface « plug-in » et, d’autre part, un dispositif de récupération au potentiel augmenté. L’interface « plug-in » montée dans le montant B, du côté passager, permet de se connecter au réseau ménager. Elle est standardisée et adaptée au pays où elle sera utilisée. Le chargeur se trouve à proximité de la batterie de traction. Il convertit le courant alternatif du réseau en courant continu et a une puissance de charge de maximum 3,6 kW. En Allemagne, par exemple, la batterie peut être rechargée en quatre heures sur le réseau de 230 V à une prise protégée par un fusible de 10 A au moyen du chargeur universel Porsche (courant alternatif) fourni. Ce dernier peut en outre être installé à demeure dans le garage avec une station de charge, rendant possible une recharge rapide et confortable en deux heures environ, indépendamment des caractéristiques du réseau local. Une station de charge rapide Porsche (courant continu) est disponible en option. Elle permet de recharger entièrement la batterie à haute tension de la 918 Spyder en un peu moins de 25 minutes.</p><p><b>Un concept de commande d’avenir : un poste de conduite à l’agencement clair</b></p><p>Au centre de toutes les technologies des supersportives Porsche du futur se trouve encore et toujours le conducteur. Pour lui a été créé un poste de conduite typique de la marque et d’une clarté exemplaire. Il est divisé en deux zones principales : d’une part, les éléments de commande essentiels à la conduite sont regroupés autour du volant multifonction, combinés avec l’ordinateur de bord via trois grands instruments ronds ; d’autre part, le système de navigation est logé dans la console centrale (inspirée de la Carrera GT), qui suit un mouvement ascendant vers l’avant. Le pilotage de la climatisation automatique, du réglage de l’aileron, de l’éclairage ou du système de navigation « Porsche Communication Management » (PCM), qui comprend un système audio haut de gamme Burmester, s’opère de manière intuitive via le dispositif tactile multipoint de la nouvelle technologie d’instrumentation « Black Panel ».</p><p><b>Pour des performances encore plus élevées : le pack « Weissach »</b></p><p>Porsche propose le pack « Weissach » aux acquéreurs de la 918 Spyder qui accordent une valeur toute particulière aux performances. Les voitures supersportives qui en bénéficient se reconnaissent d’emblée à leurs couleurs et à leur design, inspirés des voitures de course Porsche entrées dans la légende. Le toit, l’aileron arrière, les rétroviseurs extérieurs et le cadre du pare-brise sont réalisés dans un matériau qui présente l’aspect du carbone. Une partie des éléments de l’habitacle sont revêtus d’Alcantara au lieu de cuir et le même matériau d’aspect carbone remplace dans une grande mesure l’aluminium. Les mesures d’insonorisation sont revues à la baisse. L’accent mis sur les performances n’est pas seulement esthétique : des roues en magnésium particulièrement légères réduisent les masses non suspendues et le poids total baisse d’environ 35 kg, ce qui se traduit par une dynamique de roulage encore améliorée. Les ceintures à six points d’ancrage pour les deux occupants, l’application en option d’un film autocollant (selon la technique dite du « wrapping ») en lieu et place de la peinture et le montage d’éléments rapportés aérodynamiques supplémentaires à finition d’aspect carbone constituent d’autres références à la compétition.</p><p><b>Redéfinition d’une Porsche : une nouvelle supersportive pour une nouvelle décennie</b></p><p>La 918 Spyder s’inscrit dans la lignée des supersportives Porsche. La Carrera GTS, la première Porsche Turbo, la 959, la 911 GT1 et la Carrera GT, autant de bijoux technologiques qui ont véhiculé l’émotion et forcé l’évolution, furent les voitures superlatives de leur décennie. Plus encore que n’importe laquelle de ses devancières, la 918 Spyder influencera de manière décisive la poursuite des développements technologiques à la base des concepts automobiles du futur. Elle offre un concentré inédit de tout ce qui caractérise l’ADN de Porsche.</p><p>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 : <a href="javaScript:gotoUrlNewWinSimple('http://presse.porsche.de')">presse.porsche.de</a>  </p><p><br /><b>Caractéristiques techniques de la Porsche 918 Spyder</b></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart. </b>The 918 Spyder embodies the essence of the Porsche idea: it combines pedigree motor racing technology with excellent everyday utility, and maximum performance with minimum consumption. The task faced by the development team was to create the super sports car for the next decade with a highly efficient and powerful hybrid drive. Developing the car from scratch, appropriately beginning with a sheet of white paper, allowed the team to come up with a no-compromise concept. The entire car was designed around the hybrid drive. The 918 Spyder therefore demonstrates the potential of the hybrid drive to a degree never seen before: the parallel improvement of both efficiency and performance without one being at the cost of the other. This is the idea that has made the Porsche 911 the most successful sports car in the world for 50 years. In short, the 918 Spyder will act as the gene pool for the Porsche sports cars of the future.</p><p>The 918 Spyder reveals its close links to motorsport in a variety of ways. It has been designed, developed and produced by Porsche engineers who build race cars, in cooperation with series production specialists. A great deal of insight gained from the development of Porsche race cars for the 24 hours race in Le Mans in 2014 is thus integrated into the 918 Spyder – and vice versa. The structural concept of the 918 Spyder with a rolling chassis as its basis – a basic vehicle that can be driven even without a body – is race car tradition at Porsche. The concept of the V8 engine originates from the LMP2 RS Spyder race car. The load-bearing structures, the monocoque and subframe, are made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer. Porsche has many years of experience with this high-strength, lightweight construction material and has again achieved top results with the development of the series production 918 Spyder. Many parts of the super sports car come from manufacturers who have a proven record as suppliers for motorsport vehicles.</p><p><b>Hybrid drive brings advantages in terms of driving dynamics </b></p><p>A key message of the 918 Spyder is that the hybrid drive from Porsche is a plus for no-compromise driving dynamics. Drivers can experience this thanks to the unique all-wheel drive concept with a combination of combustion engine and electric motor on the rear axle and the second electric motor on the front axle. It is based on knowledge gained by Porsche during motor races with the successful 911 GT3 R Hybrid. Due to the additional, individually controllable front drive, new driving strategies for extremely high, safe cornering speeds can be implemented, especially for bends. Furthermore, the advanced “boost" strategy manages the energy of the electric drive so intelligently that, for every sprint with maximum acceleration, the full power of the 918 Spyder can be tapped into by simply pressing the accelerator down fully. In short, the 918 Spyder allows even drivers without motorsport training to experience the potential of advanced longitudinal and transverse dynamics. </p><p>The Porsche 918 Spyder also has the potential to break many records. The current lap time for the North Loop of the Nürburgring is 7:14 minutes. This time was achieved in the presence of international journalists during test drives in September 2012 – more than a year before start of production. The 918 Spyder prototype was therefore approximately 20 seconds quicker than the Porsche Carrera GT. More test drives on the Nürburgring North Loop will follow. An even more important factor is that the 918 Spyder surpasses previous models and competitors by far in its efficiency as well. As a plug-in hybrid vehicle, it systematically combines the dynamic performance of a racing machine with over 880 hp and low NEDC fuel consumption, which at about three litres fuel per 100 km is better than that of most small cars today. To sum it up: maximum driving fun with minimal fuel consumption.</p><p><b>Carbon monocoque guarantees lightweight design with a low centre of gravity </b></p><p>The 918 Spyder utilizes the best state-of-the-art technologies, taken straight from motor racing, to achieve its top performance. The entire load-bearing structure is made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) for extreme torsional rigidity. Additional crash elements at the front and rear absorb and reduce the energy of a collision. The car’s unladen weight of approximately 1,640 kg (“Weissach" package), an excellent low weight for a hybrid vehicle of this performance class, is largely attributable to this concept. The drivetrain components and all components weighing over 50 kg are located as low and as centrally as possible within the vehicle. This results in a slightly rear end biased axle load distribution of 57 per cent on the rear axle and 43 per cent on the front axle, combined with an extremely low centre of gravity at approximately the height of the wheel hubs, which is ideal for driving dynamics. The central and low position of the traction battery directly behind the driver not only supports efforts to concentrate masses and lower the centre of gravity; it also provides the best temperature conditions for optimum battery power capacity. </p><p><b>Chassis with race car genes and rear-axle steering </b></p><p>The multi-link chassis of the Porsche 918 Spyder is inspired by motorsport design, complemented by additional systems such as the PASM adaptive shock-absorber system and rear-axle steering. Basically, this incorporates an electro-mechanical adjustment system at each rear wheel. The adjustment is speed-sensitive and executes steering angles of up to three degrees in each direction. The rear axle can therefore be steered in the same direction as the front wheels or in opposition to them. At low speeds, the system steers the rear wheels in a direction opposite to that of the front wheels. This makes cornering even more direct, faster and more precise, and it reduces the turning circle. At higher speeds, the system steers the rear wheels in the same direction as the front wheels. This significantly improves the stability of the rear end when changing lanes quickly. The result is very secure and stable handling. </p><p><b>Porsche Active Aerodynamic (PAA) for different driving modes </b></p><p>Porsche Active Aerodynamic (PAA), a system of adjustable aerodynamic elements, ensures unique and variable aerodynamics; its layout is automatically varied over three modes ranging from optimal efficiency to maximum downforce and is tuned to the operating modes of the hybrid drive system. In “Race" mode, the retractable rear wing is set to a steep angle to generate high downforce at the rear axle. The spoiler positioned between the two wing supports near the trailing edge of the airflow also extends. In addition, two adjustable air flaps are opened in the underfloor in front of the front axle, and they direct a portion of the air into the diffuser channels of the underbody structure. This also produces a “ground effect" at the front axle.</p><p>In “Sport" mode, the aerodynamic control system reduces the attack angle of the rear wing somewhat, which enables a higher top speed. The spoiler remains extended. The aerodynamic flaps in the underfloor area close, which also reduces aerodynamic drag and increases attainable vehicle speeds. In “E" mode, the control is configured entirely for low aerodynamic drag; the rear wing and spoiler are retracted and the underfloor flaps are closed. </p><p>Adjustable air inlets under the main headlights round off the adaptive aerodynamic system. When the vehicle is stationary and in “Race" and “Sport" mode, they are opened for maximum cooling air intake. In “E-Power" and “Hybrid" modes, they close immediately after the car is driven off in order to keep aerodynamic drag to a minimum. They are not opened until the car reaches speeds of approximately 130 km/h or when cooling requirements are higher. </p><p><b>From comfortable to race-ready: five modes for three motors </b></p><p>The core of the 918 Spyder concept is its distribution of propulsive power among the three power units; their cooperation is controlled by an intelligent management system. To best exploit these different approaches, the Porsche developers defined five operating modes that can be activated via a “map switch" on the steering wheel, just like in motorsport cars. On the basis of this pre-selection, the 918 Spyder applies the most suitable operating and boost strategy without driver intervention, thus allowing the driver to concentrate fully on the road.</p><p><b>Quiet and elegant: “E-Power" </b></p><p>When the vehicle is started up, the “E-Power" mode is the default operating mode as long as the battery is sufficiently charged. In ideal conditions, the 918 Spyder can cover over 30 kilometres on purely electric power. Even in pure electric mode, the 918 Spyder accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in less than seven seconds and can reach speeds of up to 150 km/h. In this mode, the combustion engine is only used when needed. If the battery’s charge state drops below a set minimum value, the vehicle automatically switches to hybrid mode. </p><p><b>Efficient and comfortable: “Hybrid" </b></p><p>In “Hybrid" mode, the electric motors and combustion engine work alternately with a focus on maximum efficiency and minimum fuel consumption. The use of individual drive components is modified as a function of the current driving situation and the desired performance. The Hybrid mode is typically used for a fuel economy-oriented driving style.</p><p><b>Sporty and dynamic: “Sport Hybrid"</b></p><p>In more dynamic situations, the 918 Spyder selects the “Sport Hybrid" mode for its power sources. The combustion engine now operates continuously and provides the main propulsive force. In addition, the electric motors provide support in the form of electric boosting or when the operating point of the combustion engine can be optimised for greater efficiency. The focus of this mode is on performance and a sporty driving style at top speed. </p><p><b>For fast laps: “Race Hybrid"</b></p><p>“Race Hybrid" is the mode for maximum performance and an especially sporty driving style. The combustion engine is chiefly used under high load, and charges the battery when the driver is not utilising its maximum output. Again, the electric motors provide additional support in the form of boosting. Furthermore, the gear-shifting programme of the PDK is set up for even sportier driving. The electric motors are used up to the maximum power output limit to deliver the best possible performance for the race track. In this mode, the battery charge state is not kept constant, rather it fluctuates over the entire charge range. In contrast to Sport Hybrid mode, the electric motors run at their maximum power output limit for a short time for better boosting. This increased output is balanced by the combustion engine charging the battery more intensively. Electric power is thus available even with several very fast laps. </p><p><b>For pole position: “Hot Lap"</b></p><p>The “Hot Lap" button in the middle of the map switch releases the final reserves of the 918 Spyder and can only be activated in “Race Hybrid" mode. Similar to a qualification mode, this pushes the traction battery to its maximum power output limits for a few fast laps. This mode uses all of the available energy in the battery. </p><p><b>Main propulsion: the race car’s eight cylinder engine </b></p><p>The main source of propulsion is the 4.6-litre, eight cylinder engine that produces 612 hp of power. The engine is derived directly from the power unit of the successful RS Spyder, which explains why it can deliver engine speeds of up to 9,150 rpm. Like the race engine of the RS Spyder, the 918 Spyder power unit features dry-sump lubrication with a separate oil tank and oil extraction. To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer. Further extensive lightweight design measures have resulted in such features as titanium connecting rods, thin-wall, low-pressure casting on the crank case and the cylinder heads, a high-strength, lightweight steel crankshaft with 180 degrees crankpin offset and the extremely thin-walled alloy steel/nickel exhaust system. Striking features of the V8 are that it no longer supports any auxiliary systems, there are no external belt drives and the engine is therefore particularly compact. Weight and performance optimisations achieve a power output per litre of approx. 132 hp/l – the highest power output per litre of a Porsche naturally aspirated engine – which is significantly higher than that of the Carrera GT (106 hp/l) and outstanding for a naturally aspirated engine. </p><p><b>Unique race car design heritage: top pipes </b></p><p>It isn’t just this engine’s performance but also the sound it makes that stokes the emotionality of the 918 Spyder. This is attributable first and foremost to the so-called top pipes: the tailpipes terminate in the upper part of the rear end immediately above the engine. No other production vehicle uses this solution. The top pipes’ greatest benefit is optimal heat removal, because the hot exhaust gases are released via the shortest possible route, and exhaust gas back pressure remains low. This design requires a new thermodynamic air channelling concept. With the HSI engine, the hot side is located inside the cylinder V, the intake channels are on the outside. There is another benefit as well: the engine compartment remains cooler. This is especially beneficial to the lithium-ion traction battery, as it provides optimum performance at temperatures between 20 and 40 degrees Celsius. Consequently, less energy needs to be used for active cooling of the battery. </p><p><b>In parallel in the drivetrain: hybrid module </b></p><p>The V8 engine is coupled to the hybrid module, since the 918 Spyder is designed as a parallel hybrid like the current hybrid models from Porsche. Essentially, the hybrid module comprises a 115 kW electric motor and a decoupler that serves as the connection with the combustion engine. Because of its parallel hybrid configuration, the 918 Spyder can be powered at the rear axle either individually by the combustion engine or electric motor or via both drives jointly. As is typical for a Porsche super sports car, the power pack in the 918 Spyder has been placed in front of the rear axle, and does not have any direct mechanical connection to the front axle. </p><p><b>Upside-down for a low centre of gravity: Doppelkupplung </b></p><p>A seven-speed Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission handles power transmission to the rear axle. The high-performance transmission is the sportiest version of the successful PDK; it has undergone a complete redesign for the 918 Spyder and has been further optimised for high performance. To ensure a low mounting position for a low centre of gravity of the entire vehicle, the gear unit was turned “upside down" by rotating it 180 degrees about its longitudinal axis, in contrast to other Porsche series. If no power is required on the rear axle, the two motors can be decoupled by opening the decoupler and PDK clutches. This is the action behind the Porsche hybrid drive’s typical “coasting" with the combustion engine switched off. </p><p><b>Independent all-wheel drive: front axle with electric motor </b></p><p>On the front axle, there is another independent electric motor with an output of approximately 95 kW. The front electric drive unit drives the wheels at a fixed ratio. A decoupler decouples the electric motor at high speeds to prevent the motor from over-revving. Drive torque is independently controlled for each axle. This makes for very responsive all-wheel drive functionality that offers great potential in terms of traction and driving dynamics. </p><p><b>Lithium-ion battery with plug-in charging system </b></p><p>The electric energy for the electric motors is stored by a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery comprising 312 individual cells with an energy content of about seven kilowatt hours. The battery of the 918 Spyder has a performance-oriented design in terms of both power charging and output, so that it can fulfil the performance requirements of the electric motor. The power capacity and the operating life of the lithium-ion traction battery depend on several factors, including thermal conditions. That is why the battery of the 918 Spyder is liquid-cooled by a dedicated cooling circuit. The global warranty period for the traction battery is seven years.</p><p>To supply it with energy, Porsche developed a new system with a plug-in vehicle charge port and improved recuperation potential. This vehicle charge port in the B-column on the front passenger side lets users connect the storage battery to a mains supply at home and charge it. The charge port is standardised for the country of purchase. The on-board charger is located close to the traction battery. It converts the alternating current of the mains supply into direct current with a maximum charge output of 3.6 kW. Using the supplied Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the traction battery can be charged within four hours from a ten ampere rated, fused power socket on the German 230 Volt mains supply, for example. Furthermore, the Porsche Universal Charger (AC) can be installed at home in the garage using the Charging Dock. It enables rapid and convenient charging within approximately two hours, irrespective of regional conditions. The Porsche Speed Charging Station (DC) is available as an optional extra. It can fully charge the high-voltage battery of the 918 Spyder in just 25 minutes. </p><p><b>Pioneering control concept: clear organisation of the cockpit</b></p><p>The driver is the focus of all technology in the future Porsche super sports car. A cockpit was created for the driver that is typical of the brand and pioneering in its clarity. It is partitioned into two basic areas. First, there are the controls that are important for driving, which are grouped around the multifunction steering wheel, combined with driver information displayed on three large round instruments. Second, there is the infotainment block that is housed in the lifted centre console, which was introduced in the Carrera GT. Control functions, e.g. for the automatic climate control system, wing adjustment, lighting and Porsche Communication Management (PCM), including a Burmester high-end sound system, can be intuitively operated by multitouch with a new type of black panel technology.</p><p><b>For even higher performance: the Weissach package</b></p><p>For very performance-oriented customers of the 918 Spyder, Porsche offers the “Weissach" package. These modified super sports cars can be recognised at first glance by special colours and designs that are based on legendary Porsche race cars. The roof, rear wings, rear-view mirrors and frames of the windscreen are made of visible carbon. Parts of the interior are upholstered with Alcantara instead of leather, and visible carbon replaces much of the aluminium. Sound insulation has been reduced. The emphasis on performance is not just visual: very lightweight magnesium wheels reduce unsprung masses; gross weight was reduced by about 35 kg. The benefits are experienced in further improved dynamic performance. Other references from motorsport are six-point seatbelts for driver and front passenger, optional film-coating instead of body paint, as well as additional aerodynamic body parts in visible carbon.</p><p><b>Porsche redefined: a new super sports car for a new decade</b></p><p>The 918 Spyder continues a long tradition of super sports cars at Porsche; as technology platforms, as the driving force behind both car emotion and car evolution and as the ultimate sports cars of their decades: the Carrera GTS, the first Porsche Turbo, the 959, the 911 GT1, the Carrera GT. More than any of its predecessors, the 918 Spyder is providing key impetus for developing technologies for future vehicle concepts. It offers a complete package of components that reflect Porsche DNA – more concentrated than ever before.</p><p><b>GO</b></p><p><b>Specifications of the Porsche 918 Spyder</b></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart / Leipzig.</b> The Porsche plant in Leipzig, Germany, is producing the 100,000th Panamera today. Back in 2009, the decision to produce this new Porsche model series and manufacture the first customer vehicle started a success story. “In over 120 countries, Panamera customers drive a Porsche that is ‘Made in Leipzig’ and sport this quality seal around the globe. The team and I are very proud of this,” says Siegfried Bülow, Chairman of the Board of Porsche Leipzig GmbH. Developed in the Swabian city of Weissach and manufactured in the Saxon metropolis of Leipzig, the Panamera also illustrates successful cooperation between business sites within the Porsche company. The value that is placed in this team accomplishment is being expressed today as the 100,000th Panamera festively drives off the assembly line and through a paper wall that was signed by employees beforehand.</p><p>The milestone vehicle is a new Panamera S E-Hybrid in “rhodium-silver metallic”. This vehicle - the world’s first plug-in hybrid of the luxury class - made its debut before a world audience at the Shanghai Auto Show at the end of April 2013. The Panamera S E-Hybrid combines efficiency, sportiness and comfort with a very personal note: the number of possible combinations of factory installed exterior and interior colour combinations and decors is over 1,500. With 416 hp (306 kW) of system power, the car’s NEDC fuel consumption is just 3.1 litres of fuel per 100 km, which equates to 71 g/km CO2 emissions. The car is also a Porsche Gran Turismo through and through: it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.5 seconds, and its top speed is 270 km/h.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Wolfgang Porsche, actionnaire et Président du Conseil de surveillance des sociétés Porsche Automobil Holding SE et Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, a fêté ses 70 ans le 10 mai 2013. Matthias Müller, Président du Directoire de la société Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, a souligné la « contribution inestimable » apportée par Wolfgang Porsche à la marque éponyme : « Le fait qu’un membre de la famille fondatrice continue à représenter activement l’entreprise à l’échelle mondiale permet aux nombreux amateurs de Porsche de s’identifier de manière unique à la marque et à ses produits. Fils de Ferry Porsche, Wolfgang Porsche fait preuve d’un engagement personnel sans faille aux côtés de notre entreprise. Au sein du Conseil de surveillance, il a accompagné l’évolution de Porsche AG au cours des 35 dernières années et il a marqué l’entreprise de son empreinte depuis sa nomination comme Président du Conseil de surveillance en 2007. »</p><p> Né le 10 mai 1943 à Stuttgart, Wolfgang Porsche est le dernier fils de Dorothea et Ferry Porsche, le fondateur de la célèbre marque de voitures de sport. Son grand-père, Ferdinand Porsche, était un concepteur automobile de génie, qui a largement contribué à l’histoire de l’automobile avec son bureau d’études implanté à Stuttgart. Wolfgang Porsche passe les six premières années de sa vie à Zell am See, en Autriche, dans la propriété de son grand-père, « Schüttgut ». En 1950, la famille retourne vivre à Stuttgart, accompagnant le déménagement de l’entreprise. En 1965, Wolfgang Porsche obtient son baccalauréat et décroche également un certificat d’aptitude professionnelle de mécanicien-ajusteur. Il suit ensuite des études de commerce international à la Hochschule für Welthandel de Vienne, dont il sort diplômé en gestion. En 1973, il obtient un doctorat en sciences de gestion d’entreprise. </p><p>Après ses études, Wolfgang Porsche commence sa carrière professionnelle en indépendant en participant à une création d’entreprise : en qualité d’associé gérant de la société JAMOTO, il devient importateur général en Autriche de deux-roues de marque Yamaha. En 1976, il retourne en Allemagne, à Stuttgart, et rejoint Daimler-Benz AG où, pendant cinq ans, il est directeur des ventes dans différents départements de l’entreprise, en Allemagne et à l’international. En 1978, il est nommé au Conseil de surveillance de Porsche AG, dont il prend la présidence en janvier 2007. Lors de la création de Porsche Automobil Holding SE en juin 2007, il est également nommé Président du Conseil de surveillance de la société. Depuis le 24 avril 2008, Wolfgang Porsche siège aussi au Conseil de surveillance de la société Volkswagen AG, Wolfsbourg (Allemagne).</p><p>Après la mort de son père Ferry, en 1998, la famille Porsche fait de lui son porte-parole. Père de quatre enfants, il séjourne alternativement à Salzbourg et dans la propriété familiale de Zell am See, qu’il a acquise. Là, dans la campagne salzbourgeoise, il gère une exploitation agricole biologique alpine qui compte près de 200 vaches laitières. Cet amoureux de la nature est également passionné de chasse. Mais sa principale passion depuis son enfance reste sa fascination pour les voitures de sport. Au cours de sa vie, Wolfgang Porsche s’est constitué une collection privée de modèles anciens comprenant notamment de nombreux modèles Porsche d’une grande rareté, dont il prend régulièrement lui-même le volant.</p><p>Wolfgang Porsche a été récompensé à plusieurs reprises pour ses activités entrepreneuriales. En 2005, le chancelier autrichien lui décerne la « Große Goldene Ehrenzeichen für Verdienste um die Republik Österreich », la plus haute distinction honorifique d’Autriche, attribuée pour services rendus à la nation. En 2008, Wolfgang Porsche se voit décerner la médaille d’or Staufer pour services rendus au Land du Bade-Württemberg. Enfin, début 2012, il reçoit le titre honorifique de « Ehrensenator » de l’université de Salzbourg, dont il rejoint le conseil d’administration en mars 2013.</p><p>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 : <a href="javaScript:gotoUrlNewWinSimple('http://presse.porsche.de')">presse.porsche.de</a>  </p><p>Curriculum vitae</p><p><b>Wolfgang Porsche</b></p>]]></description>
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      <title>Management reshuffle at Porsche sales companies worldwide</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart/Germany.</b> Porsche AG has reassigned responsibilities for important sales regions and subsidiaries of the sports car manufacturer:</p><p>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."</p><p><b>Helmut Bröker</b> (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. </p><p><b>Deesch Papke</b> (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.</p><p>"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:</p><p><b>Joe Lawrence</b> (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 <i>Overseas and Growth Markets</i><i>,</i>for which Helmut Bröker will be assuming responsibility, <b>Michael Bartsch</b> (54), currently COO for North America, will take over as Managing Director of Porsche Cars Australia. His predecessor in this role, <b>Michael Winkler</b> (50) will also be taking on a new international sales function. <b>Christer Ekberg</b> (57), currently Managing Director of Porsche Asia Pacific, is to become the new Managing Director of Porsche Middle East and Africa. <b>George Wills</b> (46) will be relocating from Dubai to take over as Managing Director of Porsche Latin America from <b>Matthias Brü</b><b>ck</b> (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.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <title>Porsche ships 21 per cent more vehicles in April</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> Porsche AG has recorded a strong start to this spring: in April more than 15,200 customers around the world delighted in taking delivery of their new sports car. That equates to an increase of 21 per cent compared to April 2012. Over the first four months of the year the sports car manufacturer has already shipped 52,241 vehicles – a fifth more than in the same period last year.</p><p>“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.”</p><p>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.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <title>Dr. Wolfgang Porsche: 70th birthday on May 10</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Wolfgang Porsche, Shareholder and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Porsche Automobil Holding SE as well as of the Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, is celebrating his 70th birthday on May 10, 2013. Matthias Müller, President and CEO of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, paid tribute to the “invaluable contribution” Mr. Porsche has made for the sports car maker: “The fact that a member of the founder family is actively representing our company internationally is essential for many Porsche fans in their extraordinary identification with the brand and its products. As the son of Professor Ferry Porsche, Dr. Wolfgang Porsche supports our company with the greatest personal commitment. He has shaped the development of the Porsche AG over the past 35 years as a Member of the Supervisory Board and since 2007 as Chairman of the Supervisory Board.” </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <title>Les nouvelles Porsche 911 Turbo et 911 Turbo S</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> Il y a 50 ans, la 911 était présentée en première mondiale à l’occasion du Salon de l’automobile de Francfort. Dix ans plus tard, en 1973, c’est le premier prototype de 911 Turbo qui faisait ses débuts à l’IAA. À l’occasion de ce quarantième anniversaire, Porsche présente la nouvelle génération de 911 Turbo et Turbo S qui incarne la quintessence de la gamme 911 en termes de performance technique et de dynamique de conduite. Nouvelle transmission intégrale, roues arrière directrices actives, aérodynamisme actif, phares avant à DEL et moteur Boxer 6 cylindres à double suralimentation, délivrant une puissance pouvant aller jusqu’à 560 ch, soulignent le rôle de la nouvelle génération 911 Turbo comme fleuron de la technologie destiné à la fois aux circuits et à la route. <br />Le châssis de conception allégée, entièrement redessiné avec empattement allongé de 100 mm et jantes de 20 pouces, apporte une contribution majeure à ce renouveau. Autre facteur d’amélioration de la dynamique de conduite : le système de stabilisation actif du roulis, le PDCC, proposé pour la toute première fois sur les modèles 911 Turbo. Ce système est fourni de série sur la 911 Turbo S, tout comme le pack Sport Chrono Plus avec la suspension dynamique du moteur et les freins céramiques PCCB, disponibles en option sur la 911 Turbo. </p><p> 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, <br />le « Sound Symposer » disponible de série, permet de profiter de la sonorité du moteur turbo dans l’habitacle via une membrane. </p><p><b>Surcroît de puissance, réduction de la consommation de 16 % </b></p><p>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. <br />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 %.<br /></p><p><b>Nouvelle transmission intégrale à commande électrohydraulique</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>La caisse la plus large de toutes les 911 </b></p><p>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. <br />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. </p><p><b>Des roues arrière directrices pour une meilleure maniabilité </b></p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p><b>Un aérodynamisme actif pour plus d’efficacité et de performance</b></p><p>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 <br />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.</p><p><b>Nouvel habitacle avec équipements exclusifs </b></p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>Pour plus de renseignements, n’hésitez pas à contacter le Service Presse de Porsche France au 01.55.19.91.40</p><p>Pour information, les visuels sont téléchargeables sur notre base presse à l’adresse suivante: <a href="http://presse.porsche.de/">https://presse.porsche.de</a></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> The Porsche model offensive in the anniversary year of the 911 is reaching new heights. 50 years ago, the 911 made its debut at the Frankfurt International Auto Show. And just ten years later, the first 911 Turbo prototype was at the IAA. On this 40th anniversary Porsche is now presenting the new generation 911 Turbo and Turbo S – the technological and dynamic performance peak of the 911 series. New all-wheel drive, active rear axle steering, adaptive aerodynamics, full-LED headlights and the up to 560 hp flat six-cylinder engine with bi-turbo charging underscore the role of the new generation 911 Turbo as a circuit racing car, everyday car and technology platform. Playing an equally crucial role are the entirely new chassis in lightweight design with a 100 mm longer wheelbase and larger 20-inch wheels. The PDCC active anti-roll system, which is being offered for the first time in 911 Turbo models, increases dynamic performance even more. This system is standard equipment in the 911 Turbo S, as is the Sport Chrono Package Plus with dynamic engine mounts and PCCB ceramic brakes; all of these features are also available as options in the 911 Turbo. The results: The new 911 Turbo S shortens the lap time for the North Loop of the Nürburgring to well under 7:30 minutes – naturally with standard production tyres. The standard sound symposer intensifies the driving experience; it transmits induction sounds of the turbo engine to the passenger compartment via a speaker diaphragm.</p><p><b>More power, fuel economy improved by 16 per cent</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>New all-wheel drive with electro-hydraulic control</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>Widest body of all 911 cars</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>Rear axle steering sustainably improves handling</b></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><b>Active aerodynamics improve efficiency and performance</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>New interior with high-end features</b></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart. </b> Despite a difficult economic environment in Europe, <br />Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG has gotten off to a good start in 2013. Deliveries of the sports car maker picked up by 21 percent to 37,009 vehicles in the first three months of the 2013 fiscal year. Turnover rose by 8.3 percent to 3.28 billion euro in the first quarter. At 573 million euro, the operating result stood at 8.5 percent above the value of the previous year (528 million euro). </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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.  </p><p>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.</p><p>GO</p>]]></description>
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      <title>Chargers for Porsche models with plug-in hybrid drive can be used globally</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><b>Stuttgart.</b> Porsche is implementing an integrated and universal solution that is unique worldwide in conjunction with the Panamera S E Hybrid - the first <br />plug-in hybrid in its class - which celebrated its world premiere at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show. This solution covers all aspects of electric driving - from charging accessories to installation of infrastructure and operation by smartphone. </p><p><b>Seamless and comprehensive e-mobility strategy for E-Hybrid customers </b><br />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.</p><p><b>E-mobility: charging options for all major countries of the world</b><br />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. </p><p>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. </p><p><b>Porsche Car Connect: Convenient app controls auxiliary climate control</b><br />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.<br />The app is organised into four menu areas: charge status overview, driving range management, charging timer and optional remote control of auxiliary climate control. </p><p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p><b>First plug-in hybrid in its class: 0.0 litres for up to 36 km</b><br />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: <br />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 <br />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.<br />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.</p><p>* NEDC stands for the New European Driving Cycle</p>]]></description>
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