Numerous hot laps around a circuit are no problem for the first fully electric sports car from Zuffenhausen.

In an initial test, a pre-series version of this 440 kW (600 PS) all wheel drive car accelerated from 0–200 km/h 26 times in succession. The Sprint Challenge was held at an airfield in Lahr in southern Baden. Average acceleration times documented on the “Fully Charged” YouTube channel were just under ten seconds. The difference between the fastest and the slowest attempts was just 0.8 seconds.

The test runs were carried out in both directions on the airport’s taxiway. The entire strip, about 2.3 kilometres long, was used during the tests. The outside temperature was 28 degrees Celsius.

The Taycan is the first all electric sports car from Porsche

A full range of technical innovations in the Taycan guarantees breathtaking acceleration figures, traction power typical of a sports car and a superior, permanently available power output.

· The two powerful electric motors at the front and rear axles are the so-called permanently excited synchronous motors (PSM). They feature a rotor with high grade permanent magnets that generate a natural magnetic field. As a result, the rotor moves in sync with the magnetic rotating field of the stator, hence the name PSM. A pulse inverter specifies the frequency of the rotating field in the stator, therefore determining rotor speed. The design, function and excellent thermal behaviour of permanently excited synchronous motors allow them to deliver the high performance typical of Porsche.

· A special feature of the Taycan’s electric motors is the so-called hairpin winding, in which the solenoid coils of the stator consist of rectangular rather than round wires. The wires are bent, and before they are inserted into the stator’s laminated core their shape looks like a hairpin – hence the name “hairpin”. The open ends are welded together using a laser beam. Hairpin technology makes it possible to pack wires in a more condensed way and therefore integrate more copper into the stator. This increases power output and torque at the same level of volume. Another important advantage for a high performance car like the Taycan is that a hairpin stator can be cooled considerably more efficiently.

· The Taycan is the first production vehicle with a system voltage of 800 volts rather than the normal 400 volts for electric cars. Among other things, this delivers continuous high power and charging capacities to enable both fast driving and fast loading, while also reducing the weight of the high voltage cabling.

· In combination with the drive train concept (PSM and 800 volt technology), thermal management ensures a high reproducibility for when power is demanded. The cooling system is tailored to the needs of the individual vehicle and enables the performance, which is typical of a sports car, to be achieved multiple times in succession when required. Porsche has achieved a wide spread between performance and range. In winter, intelligent thermal management also enables efficient and demand oriented heating functions.

The Taycan has a top speed of over 250 km/h. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in significantly less than 3.5 seconds and its lithium-ion battery has a gross capacity of around 90 kWh. The Taycan will be unveiled in September, at which time the final technical specs will be released.

The test track: Lahr airport

Opened in 1913 and intended as a Zeppelin airfield, Lahr was used after the Second World War as a military airfield, initially by French troops and from 1967 by Canadian NATO troops. ADAC Südbaden (a regional division of a German automotive association) has been using the facility for motorsports events ever since the latter withdrew in 1994. Today the airport is situated directly off the A5 motorway from Karlsruhe to Basel and used for business and freight flights, as well as by the automotive industry for test drives and measuring runs.

“It’s key that we adjust to these changes,” comments Frank Moser, Head of Corporate Quality at Porsche, going on to point out that, “the networking of components within the car, as well as the networking of the vehicle with its environment, are of ever-growing importance.” There is steady growth in the number of software modules used in cars, and a corresponding rise in what they are expected to achieve. In addition, more and more functions are bein g moved from hardware to software – for example, services that can also be controlled using smartphones are becoming part of the overall car system, and of the customer journey. “We are handling this new aspect under the heading of content quality. These developments mean it is necessary to guarantee both the software in these products and their interaction with the car,” explains Frank Moser.

Emotional quality refers to the elements related to the perception, look, and acoustics of the car. As the advent of electromobility brings a silent drive system – where these used to be a dominant sound source – quality requirements are expanding in this area too. “In interaction with the external dynamics, the silence inside the vehicle is really quite astonishing,” explains Moser. In an electric car, the senses of the employees monitoring quality are attuned to noises that were previously drowned out by the combustion engine drive system. “Suddenly the sounds of the wind, driving noise, or the fans for in-seat climate control come to the fore. The art is in maintaining the impression of value at the accustomed level while further reducing what was previously ambient noise,” Moser comments.

“And of course, the quality of the look and feel is what makes a car perfect: its feel, work-manship and value.” Moser uses the example of the screens installed in the vehicle to further illustrate his point: “As the number and size of displays increases, we also need to ensure that the colours and brightness of the various screens are visually calibrated to each other. In other words, colour matching is no longer relevant just for the exterior and interior.”

Corporate Quality is responding to changes in technologies and products by means of adapted structures and new processes. The area is now set up to be function-oriented, and no longer exclusively focused on individual components. “Today’s chassis is no longer just a chassis, but also incorporates the drive system and software,” explains Moser. This means Corporate Quality needs an understanding of the whole system, and relies on teams of experts from different areas.

Moreover, new expertise has been established in areas such as high-voltage technology and software quality, given that another crucial element in embracing change is the ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and develop new skills. Extensive training measures also contribute here. Agile working methods and agile project management enhance speed and efficiency.

The race versions of the Porsche 911 GT3 have written motorsport history. In addition to countless class wins, the GT3 achieved numerous overall victories in the major endurance races, including the 24 Hours of Spa, the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 24 Hours Nürburgring, which it won seven times starting with the year 2000. It is part of the recipe for success of the Porsche 911 GT3 that the experience and innovations from motorsport are always incorporated into the development of the next road version. It is no wonder that around 80 per cent of all 911 GT3 ever produced are regularly driven on the race track.

Successor to the 911 Carrera RS 2.7: the first GT3 made its debut in 1999

Shortly before the start of the new century and featuring advanced racing technology, the Porsche 911 GT3 continued the tradition that had started in the 1970s with the legendary Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7. For the first time, the model was not given the designation “RS” for Race Sport, but the name GT3 — a reference to the GT class in which the motorsport versions of the model were to compete. The water cooled 3.6 litre six cylinder boxer engine of the new sports car delivered 265 kW (360 PS). Therefore it was hardly a surprise that the Porsche 911 GT3 had already earned its first laurels even before its debut in Geneva: with Walter Röhrl at the wheel, it completed the 20.8 kilometre Nürburgring Nordschleife in less than eight minutes — and in so doing set a new benchmark for road going sports cars.

Such exceptional performance was made possible not just by the raceproven boxer engine, but also thanks to a precisely tuned overall package: the chassis was lowered by around 30 millimetres and the brakes uprated. The six speed manual transmission originated from the Porsche 911 GT2. The gearbox ratios, axle geometry, anti-roll bars and springs could be adapted depending on the circuit conditions. Lightweight construction came before comfort. A distinctive sign of its motorsport origins was the fixed rear wing of the 911 GT3. As an option, customers were able to order their 911 GT3 as a Clubsport variant, which also included a bolt-in roll cage.

The first Porsche 911 GT3 vehicles rolled off the production line in Weissach in May 1999. As a homologation basis for motorsport, the new model also provided the foundation for the successful 911 GT3 Cup and the higher positioned race versions — the 911 GT3 R and GT3 RSR, which achieved brilliant results in one-make and GT racing in the coming years.

New generations in quick succession

After the great success of the first 911 GT3, Porsche presented a new evolution stage of the road going sports car with racing genes every three to four years. In 2003, the power of the boxer engine increased to 280 kW (381 PS) thanks to the use of the VarioCam continuously variable camshaft control system. The GT3 could also now be ordered with the ultra high performance Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system. The next increase in power, to 305 kW (415 PS), followed three years later. For the first time, the Porsche 911 GT3 featured an active suspension with the sporty Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). In 2009, the engineers increased the displacement of the six cylinder boxer engine to 3.8 litres and the power to 320 kW (435 PS). The all new rear wing and full underbody panelling produced such a substantial increase in downforce that this was more than doubled in comparison to its predecessor.

On the 50th birthday of the Porsche 911 in 2013, the fifth generation of the 911 GT3 celebrated its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show. The engine, transmission, body and chassis were completely new. The drivetrain consisted of a 3.8 litre naturally aspirated engine with 350 kW (475 PS), mated for the first time to a Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) dual clutch transmission. Also for the first time, this was complemented by active rear axle steering. By way of introduction, the new 911 GT3 completed the Nürburgring Nordschleife in just 7:25 minutes — more than half a minute faster than the first 911 GT3 on its record lap in 1999.

The latest version of the 911 GT3 was launched in 2017. The focus of development had been on the six cylinder boxer engine: its displacement increased to 4.0 litres and the power output was 368 kW (500 PS).

“I am delighted to have Mr. Ramsey take charge of Network Management and Development for Porsche China. With 20 years of entrepreneurial leadership in the luxury automotive industry, Mr. Ramsey is undoubtedly a valuable asset for Porsche’s dealership development in the Chinese market,” said Dr. Ing. Jens Puttfarcken, President and CEO of Porsche China. “At the same time, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Schmollinger, for the impressive advancements he made while handling dealership management for Porsche China during his five year tenure.”

Mr. Ramsey has devoted more than 9 years of his professional career to Porsche and has been with the brand since 2010. Before coming to China, he served as Director Sales Programs and Services of Porsche Cars North America. In this previous role, he focused on business management, including sales, digital marketing, customer service and business development as well as innovation and entrepreneurial leadership.

Born 1969 in Maine USA, Mr. Ramsey holds an International Masters of Business Administrationdegree from University of South Carolina, USA.

Formula E sets clear requirements with regard to the team at the racetrack. To run two Formula E cars, 20 team members are permitted on site. This does not include top management and such departments as marketing and press. The limited numbers mean processes must be scrutinised intensely and people assigned two or three different roles. When it comes to technology, however, there are no limits restricting the works team in Weissach. Research may be, and should be, uninhibited at this site.

Amiel Lindesay (Team Manager): “As far as our drivers are concerned, we have a very good starting position for Porsche’s works entry in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship with Neel and André on board. It is very important to integrate both regular drivers in the preparations early on in proceedings so the team can collaborate fully with the two drivers. Many new challenges await us in our first season in Formula E. The limited number of people at the racetrack is certainly one of these challenges. In recent months, many scenarios have been tried out at tests and in Weissach, which in turn has allowed the team to acquire valuable knowledge that it can apply to its operations. As a team, we are very well positioned and have outstanding engineers and mechanics on board, the majority of whom have been involved in the previous LMP1 project. Team spirit has always been a very important factor at Porsche, without which the many successes we have enjoyed in the past would not have been possible. We are optimistic that we can make a difference in Formula E as a team.”

]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT f09b063b-5097-46b8-a53e-b8cdd5429d88 http://www.porsche.com/china/en/aboutporsche/pressreleases/international/?lang=en&pool=china&id=2019-07-30 Shanghai/Stuttgart. 911 series welcomes a new member: Porsche is expanding its eighth generation range with the 911 Carrera*. The new sports car is being launched as a Coupé and Cabriolet, and generates 283 kW (385 PS) from its 3.0 litre, six cylinder boxer engine with biturbo charging. The Carrera is the entry level 911 model and offers 11 kW (15 PS) more power output than its predecessor did. It shares its premium quality standard features virtually unchanged from the 911 Carrera S. These include the high quality interior with 10.9 inch touchscreen display, comprehensive connectivity and also innovative assistance systems like the Porsche Wet Mode that ensures even safer handling on wet roads. The 911 Carrera is distinguished by smaller dimensioned wheels and brakes and the individual tailpipe covers on the exhaust system. The new 911 Carrera and the new 911 Carrera Cabriolet are now available to order in China through authorised dealerships, with the manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) to be announced at a later date.

As with the Carrera S model, the engine, chassis and brakes are designed for exclusive sportiness. The 3.0 litre, six cylinder boxer engine of the 911 Carrera generates power largely through the smaller wheel diameters of the turbines and compressors that feature in the new turbochargers. Power transmission is handled by the new eight speed dual clutch transmission (PDK).This enables the 911 Carrera Coupé to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, with a top speed of 293 km/h. The optional Sport Chrono Package shaves a further 0.2 seconds off the sprint.

The driving dynamics set-up includes 235/40 ZR tyres on 19 inch alloy wheels on the front axle. The mixed tyre configuration features 20 inch wheels with 295/35 ZR tyres at the rear. Stopping power is provided on both axles by 330 millimetre brake discs with black, four piston monobloc fixed callipers.

Shanghai/Stuttgart. Recently, Porsche Financial Services of Porsche China, teaming up with Volkswagen Financial Services (China), launched a “3 Way Leasing” flexible car purchasing programme for the new Macan basic model. With the advantages of low down payments, low monthly payments, and three flexible options after the lease expires, this programme makes consumer’s sports car dreams easily accessible.

Dr. Ing. Jens Puttfarcken, President and CEO of Porsche China, said: “The ‘3 Way Leasing’ flexible car purchasing programme is another innovation of Porsche Financial Services, mainly aimed at the younger generation and customers with certain financial habits. The launch of this innovative financial services plan also marks a further deepening of the strategic cooperation between Porsche Financial Services (China) and Volkswagen Finance (China). In the future, we will continue to focus on the needs of consumers, and create more personalised financial solutions to help more Porsche enthursiasts realise their dream of owning a sports car. ”

Porsche Financial Services (China) and Volkswagen Financial Services (China) have a good history of cooperation, which can be traced back to 2011. They are working together to enhance consumer experience, flexibly meet differentiated consumer demands and make consumers enjoy convenient and diversified financial services. In addition, Volkswagen Financial Services (China) has extensive experience in financial leasing products. Therefore, Porsche Financial Services (China) chose to work with them to launch its first "Leaseback" financial leasing method.

Porsche’s “3 Way Leasing“ flexible car purchasing programme was first launched for users of the new Macan basic model. Since the new Porsche Macan was officially launched in China at the end of 2018, it has been favoured by younger consumers with its pure sports car genes, classic design, ultimate control and the combination of fashion and sportiness.

Compared with traditional auto financing plans and full purchases, Porsche’s “3 Way Leasing“ flexible car purchasing programme boasts unique characteristics and significant advantages, which are closer to the needs of the new Macan consumers' personalised and trend-oriented lifestyles. The programme reduces the down payment to 20 percent of the car price. Macan owners can enjoy the extraordinary charm of a Porsche compact SUV without having to invest a lot of money in one go and the saved car purchase funds can also be used for other investments. By agreeing on higher vehicle residual values and the 24 month or 36 month lease term flexible options, the monthly payment pressure of the customer is greatly reduced. After the lease expires, customers are also free to choose to pay the final payment to purchase the leased vehicle, or return the vehicle to the authorized Porsche China dealers, or return the original leased vehicle to the dealer and release a new Porsche vehicle. These three flexible smart options help customers enjoy the ultimate sports car experience. In the future, Porsche’s “3 Way Leasing“ flexible car purchasing programme will also be extended to other Porsche models.

With the maturation of the auto finance market and the changes in consumers' purchasing habits, the 30 year old Porsche Financial Services is being favoured by ever more Chinese consumers. In the first half of this year, Porsche Financial Services achieved 15,848 contracts in China, a 70 percent increase year-on-year. Meanwhile, the retail financing penetration rate reached 38.4 percent, an increase of 9.7 percentage points year-on-year.

At present, Porsche Financial Services (China) has provided customers with a variety of flexible financial solutions, of which traditional loan plans account for the majority of contract volume, and flexible installment plans will be the direction future development takes. With the support of Volkswagen Financial Services (China), Porsche Financial Services (China) has successively launched an increasing number of personalised and innovative customised flexible staging financial service plans, such as phase annual supply and ladder loans, to meet the diversified needs of Chinese consumers.

“Our half-year result is a solid basis for a successful business year 2019. One success factor behind this is our attractive product range,” explains Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. "In the first six months of this year, we have launched a range of innovative, emotive products onto the market with the new 911, the 911 Cabriolet, Cayenne Coupé, 911 Speedster, 935, 718 Spyder and GT4.”

“After a challenging first quarter in 2019, we are now fully on course,” says Lutz Meschke, Deputy Chairman and Member of the Executive Board for Finance and IT at Porsche. According to Meschke, the results growth was mainly due to higher volumes of vehicle sales. In contrast, currency effects and expenses relating to the e-mobility offensive had a negative impact.

Special items in the second quarter 2019

The diesel issue resulted in special items amounting to 0.5 billion euros in the second quarter. After special items, the operating result was therefore 1.7 billion euros. The return on sales after special items was 12.5 per cent.

In May 2019, the Stuttgart Public Prosecutor's Office comprehensively ended the administrative offence proceedings against Porsche AG in connection with deviations from regulatory requirements for certain Porsche vehicles through issue of a fine notice. The fine notice provides for a fine totalling 535 million euros, consisting of a penalty in the amount of four million euros for a negligent breach of duty in engine testing and a levy of economic benefits in the amount of 531 million euros. The levy amount is based largely on the profitability of the company. Reserves were already set aside in the first quarter of the year on Volkswagen Group level for the risk of possible payment obligations from the fine notice. Porsche AG included the financial effects from the notice in the second quarter.

Deliveries to customers: Largest increase for Cayenne

Porsche AG delivered 133,484 vehicles worldwide in the first half of 2019, representing a two per cent increase compared with the same period in the previous year. 41,725 Cayenne vehicles were delivered, marking the strongest model growth with a rise of 45 per cent. The new generation has been available in all markets since this year, while the Coupé version arrived in dealerships in May. The most-sold model worldwide remains the Macan, with 47,367 deliveries.

Porsche achieved 28 per cent growth in China up to the end of June. In Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East, deliveries increased to 57,397 vehicles, with 20 per cent growth compared with the prior-year period. In the USA, Porsche was also able to consolidate its position in the first half of 2019, achieving three per cent growth with 30,257 deliveries.

Outlook for the overall year

Porsche expects deliveries to increase in the 2019 financial year, driven in part by new products such as the Cayenne Coupé, the 718 Spyder and 718 Cayman GT4. The Taycan, Porsche’s first all-electric sports car, will also arrive in dealerships at the end of the year. The company is also expecting a slight increase in terms of sales revenue. “Despite very high investment in electrification, digital transformation, and in the expansion and renovation of our company locations, we aim to continue to meet the high earnings target of Porsche,” says Meschke.

The “Porsche Motorsport GT2 Supersportscar Weekend” is a one-off event. “The Spa 24-hour race is the perfect stage for the race debut of these spectacular GT2 models. Both vehicles can be fielded at Clubsport level and at selected motorsport events. We’re currently involved in fruitful discussions for the coming year,” says Fritz Enzinger, Vice President Porsche Motorsport. At Spa, customer teams will campaign the GT2 vehicles, with the list including Manthey-Racing, Herberth Motorsport, Frikadelli Racing Team, Iron Force Racing and Motopark.

“We’re delighted that fans get to witness great drivers, professional teams and two incredibly spectacular vehicle types on the racetrack. This GT2 event, run exclusively with Porsche models, is the perfect chance for us to showcase just how competitive our clubsport vehicles are,” explains Oliver Köppen, Manager Sales Europe South at Porsche Motorsport and Porsche Project Manager of the Porsche Motorsport GT2 Supersportscar Weekend. Lining up alongside the Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport on the grid are three models of the new limited edition Porsche 935.

Porsche unveiled the new Porsche 935 in autumn 2018 on the occasion of the Rennsport Reunion VI at the Laguna Seca Raceway (USA). The 515 KW (700 PS) racer featuring a body reminiscent of the legendary Porsche 935/78 will be produced in a small run of just 77 units. The spectacular cutting-edge aerodynamics is a completely new development and pays tribute to the Porsche 935/78 Le Mans race car, which fans dubbed “Moby Dick” due to its elongated shape, massive fairings and white base colour. The racing car’s technology is also based on the 911 GT2 RS high performance sports car.

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport celebrated its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 28, 2018. The 515 KW (700 PS) racing version of the road-legal 911 GT2 RS* sports car is limited to 200 units. The technology of the most powerful car from Weissach is also based on the high performance 911 GT2 RS sports cars. The racing car shares the same powerplant as its road-going cousin: a state-of-the-art 3.8-litre six-cylinder twin-turbo-charged boxer engine.

1. A portion of all imported 2009-2010 Cayenne vehicles manufactured from 07 July, 2008 to 05 February, 2010, affecting a total of 11,515 Cayennes in China’s mainland.

2. A portion of all imported 2010-2016 Panamera vehicles manufactured from 21 August, 2009 to 13 September, 2016, affecting a total of 45,685 Panameras in China’s mainland.

On affected vehicles, the plastic bushing that attaches the connection between the gear selector lever and the gearbox may detach due to insufficient durability. There is a possibility that the transmission gear state mismatches the gear shift lever position selected by the driver if the shifter cable bushing detaches. In this case, if the driver moves the shift lever to the ”Park” position when the parking brake is not applied, an unintended movement of the vehicle could occur in extreme conditions, increasing the risk of a rollaway crash and injury.

Upon the recall taking effect, Porsche China will commission all authorized Porsche Centres nationwide to replace the plastic bushing that forms the connection between the gear selector lever and the gearbox free of charge to eliminate safety hazards.

Porsche China will notify the relevant owners via registered mail. Affected users are encouraged to visit Porsche China's official website http://www.porsche.com/china or call the toll-free customer service centre hotline on 400 820 5911 or authorized Porsche Centres to find out more information about this recall.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this recall brings to our customers. Porsche China is actively working to resolve the issue as soon as possible and to eliminate any potential safety hazards. Porsche always places the safety of our customers first, and will continue to provide high-quality products and services to Chinese consumers through continuous self-improvement.

“The Taycan’s power delivery is awesome,” reports the experienced Formula 1 driver. “I took part in this event in a Porsche 911 GT2 RS two years ago, so I already knew that it all comes down to power and traction. But, even for a thoroughbred racing driver like me, it is amazing how the Taycan – even though it’s still a prototype – accelerates off the start and out of the corners,” says Webber.

A few days ago, the Taycan was taken for a spin by Chinese racing driver Li Chao. The Porsche Carrera Cup Asia competitor completed demo laps on the challenging handling track at the Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) in Shanghai. Works driver Neel Jani will get behind the wheel of the Taycan for the season finale of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship taking place on July 13 and 14, 2019 in New York City.

The driver: Mark Webber

Professional racing driver Mark Webber (42) last competed as a works driver for Porsche in the FIA World Endurance Championship, in which he drove the Porsche 919 Hybrid in the LMP1 class. In November 2015, the Australian driver became World Endurance Champion alongside Timo Bernhard and Brendon Hartley. Webber competed in Formula 1 between 2002 and 2013, during which time he racked up some impressive statistics: 215 races, nine victories, 42 podium finishes, 13 pole positions and 19 fastest laps. Mark Webber has been a Porsche brand ambassador since November 2016.

The track: Goodwood Hillclimb

The Sunday Times once described the legendary hillclimb at the Festival of Speed as a “cross between the Monaco Grand Prix and Royal Ascot”. Every year, almost 200,000 motor sport enthusiasts visit the unique event in West Sussex in the South of England. Narrow, uneven and hedged by bales of straw, the 1.87 kilometre track presents a challenge for drivers and vehicles alike. The course runs through the grounds of Goodwood House, the residence of Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, 11th Duke of Richmond, and an absolute motor sporting enthusiast, who founded the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 1993.

In developing the new Porsche 911 RSR, substantial insights were garnered and adopted from the extremely successful race outings of its predecessor. “Since 2017 the 911 RSR has yielded us more than 20 class wins in the world championship as well as at long-distance series in North America and Europe. Our job in the development was to make a very good car even better. The engineers at Weissach have perfectly implemented this in every aspect,” says Fritz Enzinger, Vice President Porsche Motorsport.

“We never rest on our laurels,” explains Pascal Zurlinden, Director GT Factory Motorsport. “We’ve extensively analysed all factory and customer campaigns with the Porsche 911 RSR. Our engineers noticed room for improvement in a number of areas. We have made significant progress in the development of our car for the next three-year homologation period, especially in the complex areas of driveability, efficiency, durability and serviceability. Ninety-five percent of the car is new. The only components that we’ve kept unchanged from the predecessor are the headlights, brake system, clutch, driver’s seat and parts of the suspension. Tests so far have run excellently. We’re already looking forward to the first races of the 2019/2020 FIA WEC season.”

New flat engine with larger displacement

In terms of the drivetrain, Porsche remains faithful to its chosen path. The latest nine-eleven is also powered by a six-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. The highly efficient boxer unit positioned in front of the rear axle has a capacity of 4,194 cc and – depending on the size of the restrictor – produces around 515 PS. The new power unit is the largest ever boxer engine to be mounted in a Porsche 911 ex-works, and offers even better driveability over a wider rev-band compared to the predecessor’s proven four-litre aggregate. Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a weight-optimised, more rigid sequential six-speed constant-mesh gearbox. The new powertrain in the Porsche 911 RSR ensures faster gear-shift times and increased efficiency. The two exhaust pipes now exit on each side in front of the rear wheels. The new exhaust gas ducting saves weight and is aerodynamically advantageous.

With the repositioning of the tailpipes, space has been made for an optimised diffuser. The distinctive component at the rear of the Porsche 911 RSR now generates even more downforce. Thanks to the optimisation of airflow at the front and the sides of the Weissach racer, aerodynamic efficiency and stability have increased significantly, thereby further improving the use and durability of the tyres during racing.

Focus on the work of drivers and mechanics

Driveability and serviceability are critical factors in long-distance racing. For this reason, Porsche placed particular emphasis on these aspects when developing the new 911 RSR. The cockpit has been reworked with the focus on better usability. In this regard, extensive feedback from the Porsche drivers proved invaluable. Like with the predecessor, the body made of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic can be swapped out quickly and thus ensures efficient pit processes in long-distance racing.

To give drivers added protection, the active and passive safety elements in the Porsche 911 RSR have been overhauled. The proven collision warning system allows drivers an even better overview to detect approaching prototype vehicles early enough. The optimised roll cage, the FIA side impact panel in the door and cage as well as additional impact protection for the legs improve the passive safety in the event of an accident. Other features include the removable roof hatch and the rigidly-mounted racing seat featuring a six-point safety harness for the driver.

First race outing in September 2019

“We’ve been working on the concept of the new Porsche 911 RSR since 2017. The first designs were created using CAD software. In August 2018, the best racing nine-eleven to date completed its first kilometres on the factory’s own test track in Weissach,” says Pascal Zurlinden, describing the important milestones in the car’s development. Over the following months, the factory team conducted numerous tests. Seasoned Porsche works drivers took turns at the wheel of the new 911 RSR. Parallel to this, the aerodynamics were fine-tuned in the Porsche wind tunnel. “Another milestone was our long-run in March 2019 at Le Castellet, where we included the works teams from both the WEC and IMSA. We covered more than 6,000 kilometres over 30 hours without any technical hiccups. The drivers and engineers were very satisfied. The car received its racing homologation on 1st July,” added Zurlinden.

World premiere at Goodwood

The most spectacular 911 of all time makes its world premiere on 6 July at the Goodwood Festival of Speed (Great Britain). The Porsche 911 RSR will also celebrate its race debut on the British Isles – at the season-opening round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Silverstone on 1 September. Prior to this, the vehicle of the current manufacturers’ world champions will face rival manufacturers contesting the FIA WEC GTE-Pro class for the first time at a two-day prologue in Barcelona (Spain) on 23/24 July. The Porsche GT Team will field two works cars at eight rounds of the 2019/2020 season with drivers Michael Christensen (Denmark) and Kévin Estre (France) as well as Gianmaria Bruni (Italy) and Richard Lietz (Austria). In the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the switch to the latest model will take place in the 2020 season. In North America, an additional two factory-run Porsche 911 RSR will fight for the GTLM category title against competing manufacturers. For customer teams, the vehicle will be available from the 2020/2021 FIA WEC season.

For the first time, the factory race cars from Weissach will be decked out in two different designs: The typical Porsche white will continue to be the dominating colour on the No. 91 car. Added accents include a centrally-placed red stripe extending from the front hood over the roof to the rear apron, as well as red side sills. Grey highlights on the side complement the clear and dynamic design. On the No. 92 car, the white and grey colours are reversed. The rear wing and the wing mirrors are black instead of white so that fans can differentiate between the two.

Technical data Porsche 911 RSR model year 2019

Concept

· Single-seater race car for the FIA GTE category (USA: GTLM)

Weight/dimensions

· Base weight: ca. 1,245 kg
· Length: 4,593 mm (without splitter, rear wing, diffuser)
· Width: 2,042 mm (front axle) / 2,050 mm (rear axle)
· Wheelbase: 2,513 mm

Engine

· Water-cooled six-cylinder boxer, positions in front of the rear axle; capacity 4,194 cc, stroke 81.5 mm, bore 104.5 mm; ca. 378 kW (515 PS) depending of restrictor; 4-valve technology; direct fuel injection; dry sump lubrication; single mass flywheel; power output limitation via restrictor; electronic throttle; side-exit exhaust system.

Transmission

· Weight-optimised six-speed sequential constant-mesh gearbox; two-shaft longitudinal layout with bevel gear; shifting via electronic shift actuator; shift paddles on the steering wheel; magnesium gearbox casing; multi-disc selflocking differential with visco unit; three disc carbon race clutch.

Body

· Weight-optimised bodyshell in aluminium-steel composite design; removable roof hatch; FT3 fuel cell in front of the car; welded-in roll cage; seat pursuant to FIA 8862-2009; rigidly mounted to the chassis; six-point safety harness for use with HANS®; longitudinally adjustable pedalry; aerodynamically-optimised and quick-release body components made of CFRP; rear wing with “swan neck” mounts; four-post air jack system with safety pressure valve; electronically activated fire extinguisher system; heated windscreen.

Suspension

Front axle:
· Double wishbone front axle; four-way vibration damper; with coil spring setup; anti-roll bars, adjustable by blade position; electro-hydraulic power steering.
Rear axle:
· Integrated rear-axle subframe with double wishbone axle; four-way vibration damper; with coil spring setup; anti-roll bars, adjustable by blade positions; electro-hydraulic power steering; tripod drive shafts.

Brakes

· Two independent brake circuits for front and rear axle, adjustable via balance bar.

Front axle:
· One piece aluminium six-piston racing callipers with quick release coupling; internally ventilated steel brake discs, 390 mm diameter; race brake pads; optimised brake cooling ducts.
Rear axle:
· One piece aluminium four-piston racing callipers with quick release coupling; internally ventilated steel brake discs, 355 mm diameter; race brake pads; optimised brake cooling ducts.

Wheels / Tyres

Front axle:
· One piece forged light alloy wheels, 12.5Jx18 offset 25 with centre lock nut and wheel nuts; Michelin slick 30/68-18.
Rear axle:
· One piece forged light alloy wheels, 13Jx18 offset 37 with centre lock nut and wheel nuts; Michelin slick 31/71-18.

Electrics

· Cosworth Central Logger Unit; CFRP multi-functional steering wheel with integrated display; shift paddles and quick release; Collision Avoidance System; controlled alternator in connection with LiFePo4 battery; LED headlights; LED taillights plus rain light; illuminated car number and leader light system; black light inside cockpit; electric adjustable wing mirrors with memory function; tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS); drink system; air conditioning system; membrane switch panel on centre console with fluorescent labelling.

“Exceptional performance was a clear development objective for the Porsche Taycan. You can sense that right out of the gate,” says Li Chao. He is particularly impressed with the handling: “From uncompromisingly sporty to surprisingly comfortable, the chassis of the new Taycan offers a broad spectrum, with the choice between the precise handling of a sports car and the long-distance comfort of a saloon. In addition to its low centre of gravity, the rear-axle steering also plays a crucial role,” explains Li Chao. “The Taycan steers into corners without delay and quickly builds up lateral acceleration at the rear axle.”

With the guiding design ethos being: “Make a Porsche, then make it electric”, the Taycan has undergone the same rigorous testing programme as combustion-engined sports cars before its world premiere in September. By now, it has covered approximately six million kilometres during testing across the globe. In addition to displaying superior performance, this always includes proving incredible reliability both in everyday use and in all weather conditions. Particularly demanding features such as charging the battery, or controlling the temperatures for the drivetrain and interior under extreme conditions, are additional aspects in the battery-powered models. All of these tests have ensured the Taycan’s pure Porsche blood, and aim to set another sporty benchmark in the electric era.

The facility was assessed on the basis of 167 criteria in 28 categories. The elements analysed by DGNB included environmental protection, biodiversity and energy life cycle assessments, how resources are handled, how the site has been set up, its effects on the local, urban environment and infrastructure, ecological support during the construction phase, assessments of the life cycle costs and stability of the facility’s value as well as associated plans and processes. DGNB awarded a particularly high score to the energy management life cycle assessment and the site’s ability to change.

“Receiving the Platinum DGNB certificate is the best evidence of how Porsche sets high sustainability targets for construction projects and then consistently and transparently meets them,” Christine Lemaitre explains as the Chief Executive Officer at DGNB. This Tuesday she handed over the award for the Leipzig site to Albrecht Reimold, Member of the Executive Board for Production and Logistics at Porsche AG, and Gerd Rupp, Chairman of the Executive Board at Porsche Leipzig GmbH.

Objective: “Zero Impact Factory”

Porsche also has grand sustainability plans for the future: “our vision is the “Zero Impact Factory”, i.e. production facilities that do not leave an ecological footprint,” Albrecht Reimold, Member of the Executive Board for Production and Logistics, adds. Since 2014 Porsche has already cut vehicle-specific CO2 emissions caused by production by more than 75 percent. The sports car manufacturer reduced the energy consumption per produced vehicle in its plants by more than 30 percent and slashed water consumption by almost 20 percent. During the same period, the use of solvents has been cut by a third.

Quantifiable and transparent sustainability

“We stand by the climate protection targets agreed in Paris in December 2015 and have a clear responsibility to cut environmentally harmful emissions. Our aim in terms of sustainability significantly exceeds mere decarbonisation,” Reimold explains, adding “we want to make sustainability at Porsche quantifiable and report it transparently, and awards like this are an important part of that.”

Examples of sustainable vehicle production

Since its establishment 19 years ago, the Porsche plant in Leipzig has been one of the world’s most cutting-edge, sustainable automotive factories. Production is fully powered by regenerative energy sources. This also includes the energy generated by the photovoltaic systems of individual buildings supplying power to the Macan and Panamera body shops. A biomass plant in the direct vicinity of the factory meets the heat requirement of the state-of-the-art paint shop as part of a process that is 80 percent CO2-neutral. Since 2015, energy efficiency measures have saved a total of 23.3 gigawatt hours of power.

The paint shop uses a rock meal filter system as part of a dry separator to collect unavoidable paint overspray. In line with the "Green Logistics" theme, Porsche operates its railway transportation with ecologically produced power, increasingly uses electric logistics vehicles, and has set up energy-efficient shuttle technology at the new, automated small parts warehouse. Compared with conventional small parts warehouses this facility saves 676 tonnes of CO2 annually.

Holistic approach: economy, ecology and social commitment in harmony

Porsche does not just focus on sustainability in production. As early as 2002, the sports car manufacturer embraced and implemented a unique grazing concept for its 132 hectare off-road site in Leipzig. Since the summer of 2018, children can go on a “Porsche Safari” and discover the plant and animal life on site. The environmental education project forms part of Porsche’s extensive CSR commitments in culture, sports, the environment as well as education and social projects. “Acting sustainably also means taking responsibility – towards our staff, the local population around our sites and society as a whole,” explains Gerd Rupp, Chairman of the Executive Board at Porsche Leipzig GmbH.

As the transformation towards electrification, digitalization and connectivity is accelerating, Porsche is fully committed to preparing for these upcoming opportunities and challenges. “This change is reflected in all aspects of Porsche. Porsche is also committed to empowering employees and providing a more digital and intelligent working environment, which aims to promote the development of corporate culture and to actively face the new era of change together alongside our employees,” said Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “This relocation is not only a physical relocation, but also the start of a new chapter for Porsche in China, and a significant milestone for Porsche AG.”

Porsche has already invested more than 90 million RMB to relocate its China headquarters. Porsche China’s new office is located on the 12th to 17th floors in Office Tower 3 in Shanghai Lujiazui Financial Plaza, covering an area of approximately 12,000 square meters.

Jens Puttfarcken, President and CEO of Porsche China, elaborated on the reason for the relocation: “We made the decision to relocate to provide a modern and well-equipped workplace for our employees and all departments and subsidiaries of Porsche China, to evolve our mind set and ways of working and foster cross-functional teamwork, connectivity and synergy. Ultimately, we aim to meet the challenges and rapid changes ahead in a data and digitally driven business world through this investment in the future of the Porsche brand and for our talented workforce.”

The new office is designed with a philosophy known as S.P.A.C.E, which stands for: Smart, Passionate, Attractive, Collaborative, and Engaging. It combines new technology and digital upgrades with tailored services for a holistic long-term outlook aimed at realising the full potential and creativity of Porsche China’s workforce. In addition, Porsche China – as well as its multiple subsidiaries, including Porsche Financial Services, Porsche Consulting and MHP – have been located on the 12th to 17th floors of the Office Tower 3 in order to foster exchange, collaboration, agility and innovation.

It should be noted that Porsche China’s new office is the first ever property of Porsche worldwide which aims to achieve the WELL Building StandardTM gold certification standard. Launched in 2014, the WELL Building StandardTM is the premier standard for buildings, interior spaces and communities seeking to implement, validate and measure features that support and advance human health and wellness. Ensuring health and satisfaction for employees is an essential component of the new office design, confirming that Porsche considers people to be the most important resource for the future success of the brand. This idea is also presented in the Porsche Strategy 2025, which declares that Porsche constantly strives to become “the most innovative and attractive employer”.

Since entering the Chinese market in 2001, Porsche has been exceptional when it comes to laying foundations in terms of brand, product, the dealer network and customer service. With the steady development of Porsche China, the number of sales sites and vehicle deliveries has steadily risen over the past 18 years, as have the number of Porsche China employees – with more than 400 people employed by the end of 2018.

The recall is related to the possible ingress of water into the A/C blower control unit caused by design defects. Depending on the amount of water ingress, this could lead to a malfunction of the A/C blower control unit. If unnoticed, a short-circuit might lead to an increased risk of a smouldering fire in the air conditioning, presenting potential safety hazards.

Starting on 24 June, Porsche China will commission all authorized Porsche Centres nationwide to check the A/C blower control unit of related vehicles free of charge. According to the inspection results, the A/C blower control unit will be installed with sealing strips and relays as an interim measure, to reduce the possibility of short circuits in the control unit.

When the recall campaign begins in full on 07 October, 2019, all authorized Porsche Centres nationwide will be commissioned by Porsche China to install an improved A/C blower control unit for all vehicles with this defect gratis to eliminate safety hazards .

Porsche China will notify the relevant owners via registered mail. Affected users are encouraged to visit Porsche China's official website http://www.porsche.com/china or call the toll-free customer service centre hotline on 400 820 5911 or contact authorized Porsche Centres to find out more information about this recall.

The Chinese market share for vehicle deliveries in 2018 was 31%, making it the highest-volume individual market for Porsche. Currently, around 80,000 sports cars each year make their way by sea to Guangzhou, Shanghai or Tianjin, covering a distance of over 10,000 nautical miles, or around 18,500 kilometres. Sea transportation from the factory to the Porsche Centres in China takes a good 50 days. From now on, 11% of factory-new sports cars will be exported via the new rail link along the Silk Road to south-west China. The overland route from Europe to China is known as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The distance by rail is around 11,000 kilometres. The route travels eastward from Germany through Poland, Belarus, Russia, and Kazakhstan, to the south-west Chinese metropolis of Chongqing. From there, the new vehicles will be delivered to regional dealers.

Transportation on the New Silk Road begins following successful testing. “Our customers in south-west China will receive their new vehicle much more quickly,” explains Oliver Bronder, Vice President Logistics and Production Control at Porsche. “The 20-day rail route shortens the period required for vehicle logistics by up to three weeks, despite different track gauges and multiple container transfers.”

In contrast to conventional power plants, cogeneration plants are used to generate heat and power in parallel. They do not emit the heat generated as part of energy production into the environment, but use it for heating. Their efficiency can be maximised by operating them close to the area in which heat is constantly required: such as close to the paint shop, its immersion baths and drying areas, for example, where steady process heat is needed. Approximately 90 percent of the heat generated will be used to heat and provide hot water for the office and production buildings at the Porsche Zuffenhausen site, where almost 12,000 people work. “The new cogeneration plants have a total efficiency of over 83 percent,” explains Stephan Hartmann, who works in the Environmental and Energy Management division at Porsche.

The two new cogeneration plants will complement the heat and power generation solution already in place at the site, for which Porsche has used two natural gas plants to date. These plants will also be switched to biogas. In addition, Porsche in Stuttgart is on track to use bio-energy from the city’s organic waste plant as soon as the City of Stuttgart commissions the plant in 2021.

The expansion of the cogeneration plants at the Porsche site in Zuffenhausen is taking place alongside the development of production for the Taycan – the first fully electric Porsche. The four-door electric sports car will be launched on the market at the end of 2019 and will be produced as part of a CO2-neutral process at the Zuffenhausen site. “Our objective is not merely to produce a CO2-neutral zero-emissions car, but rather to ensure that we do not leave any environmental footprint at all. To this end, we are pursing the vision of a ‘zero-impact factory’. The new cogeneration plants are an important step in the right direction,” says Albrecht Reimold, Member of the Executive Board for Production and Logistics at Porsche.

"Promoting high-end engineering and technical excellence in a wide variety of markets has been very successful for us. It is therefore important to us to intensify our relationships with institutions that are as established and prestigious as Tongji University", said Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Excutive Board of Porsche AG, on signing the memorandum. "By doing so we are boosting the involvement of Porsche in China and expanding the existing cooperation."

"The University of Tongji sees an opportunity to strengthen education at the technical faculties through close co-operation with Porsche AG and intensify ties to industry," said Professor Zhang Lijun, Dean of the School of Automotive Studies at Tongji University.

Porsche and Tongji: A Perfect Partnership

Porsche first entered the Chinese market in 2001, and in the intervening years has not only developed an impressive network of sales sites, motrosports culture and a true sense of community; but has also invested heavily in the future of China’s automotive sector by developing a relationship with Tongji University. Porsche Engineering, a 100% subsidiary of Porsch AG, first established the cooperation with Tongji University in June, 2014. Inspired by a successful partnership Porsche had previously entered into with the Czech Technical University in Prague, the collaboration with Tongji was aimed at striving for fruitful exchanges in terms of science, research, teaching, testing facilities and practical experience. After first launching this initiative in 2014, Porsche and Tongji developed their relationship in September 2018 by jointly launching the Brand Academy at the Porsche Experience Centre Shanghai, to help professionals establish a clear mindset about brand management and brand stretegy.

Alumni from Tongji University have found themselves increasingly sought after by Porsche, with many of them joining Porsche China over the past several years. Further cooperation between Porsche Engineering and Tongji University can be found via joint research into China’s urbanization trends, parking solutions for mega cities, local in-vehicle HMI trends, Porsche navigation system benchmarking and many more endeavours.

Shanghai. From 16 April to 25 April, Porsche is presenting its full model line-up at the 18th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, offering up a veritable sports car feast to Chinese customers. Following its worldwide debut in Stuttgart Germany late last month, the all-new Porsche Cayenne Coupé is making its Asian Premiere at Auto Shanghai 2019. Porsche is extending its large-size luxury sporty SUV range by adding the all-new Cayenne Coupé, now in its third generation. With many creative design details, the all-new Cayenne Coupé encompasses sportiness, daily practicality and style, bringing a new sports car lifestyle to SUV drivers.

Meanwhile, as a sports car icon for eight generations, the all-new 911 is making its China debut at Auto Shanghai. The all-new 911 Carrera S, all-new 911 Carrera 4S and all-new 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet are presented to Chinese customers for the first time. The new models will be officially delivered to the Chinese market in the latter half of this year.

“Since its launch in 2002, the Cayenne model has been incredibly successful in China as well as in other markets. This is the first time we are presenting the Cayenne in Coupé form, which marks the entry of this large-size luxury sporty SUV into a new market segment,”said Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “It’s a brand-new body variant added to the third generation of the Cayenne, including all the technical highlights of the current Cayenne, but with an even more dynamic design and new technical details that position it as more progressive, athletic, and emotional. We expect the all-new Cayenne Coupé to attract younger and more expressive consumers with vibrant personalities.”

The all-new Porsche Cayenne Coupé boasts an athletic appearance, shaped by performance

To meet the diverse needs of consumers, Porsche decided from the outset to develop the third generation of the Cayenne in two directions: the SUV and SUV Coupé. The all-new Cayenne Coupé comes with all the technical highlights of the new Cayenne generation, including the powertrain and chassis, as well as the assistance systems and full digital connectivity. However, the different design styles bring up the exclusive and distinctive features of the all-new Cayenne Coupé.

The all-new Cayenne Coupé is more stylish and athletic. It will appeal to both existing and new Porsche customers. They pursue the strong performance of sports car and premium quality of top-class vehicle, while at the same time they are in favour of the unique design of Coupé. The all-new Cayenne Coupé offers more standard configurations exclusively for the Chinese market, including ambient lighting, privacy glass, ionizer and side airbags at the rear seats. The new model is expected to be delivered to the market in the next half year.

The more dynamic proportions of the all-new Cayenne Coupé combine with sharper lines and custom design elements to lend the model an unrivalled elegance. A steeply sloping roof achieves the characteristic look of a sports car, similar to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and comes in two different concepts – a panoramic fixed glass roof fitted as standard, and an optional carbon roof. The highlights of the new model also include a totally unique rear section, a roof spoiler that accentuates the distinctive Coupé silhouette, and an adaptive rear spoiler as standard. Meanwhile, redesigned rear doors and fenders impressively broaden the shoulders of this vehicle, contributing to its overall muscular impression. The Coupé comes fitted as standard with a rear bench that has the characteristics of two individual seats. Alternatively, the comfortable rear seats – a familiar feature of the Cayenne – can be ordered at no additional cost.

Two high-performance engines are available at market launch. The Cayenne Coupé with six-cylinder turbocharged engine and displacement of three litres delivers 250 kW (340 PS) and maximum torque of 450 Nm. The Sport Chrono Package fitted in series-production vehicles achieves a standard sprint from 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, with this figure dropping to 5.9 seconds with the optional lightweight sports packages. The top-of-the-range Cayenne Turbo Coupé goes to the starting line with a four-litre V8 engine with twin-turbo charging, 404 kW (550 PS), and maximum torque of 770 Nm. The Cayenne Turbo Coupé accelerates from a standing start to 100 km/h in 3.9 second.

The all-new Porsche 911: more powerful, faster, digital

As the heart and soul of the Porsche brand, the 911 has become the global image of the dream sports car. Striking a perfect balance between sporty performance and everyday practicality, the iconic model enshrines Porsche's car-making principles. Now, the legendary model has entered its eighth generation and has had its first close encounter with Chinese consumers.

Committed to its exclusive sportiness and the unmistakable Porsche design DNA, the all-new 911 adopts a more muscular look while taking on cutting-edge technology such as a 10.9-inch touchscreen monitor, further satisfying the demands of the digital world. The eighth generation has consolidated its status as a sports car icon by combining timeless heritage and creative innovation. The turbocharged flat-six engine of the all-new 911 Carrera S and all-new 911 Carrera 4S now produces 331 kW, enabling this impressive machine to deliver more power than ever before. The maximum torque is 530 Nm. Together with a newly developed eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, the all-new 911 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. When equipped with the optional Sport Chrono Package, the all-new 911 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds. Intelligent control and chassis elements as well as innovative assistance systems combine the masterfully uncompromising dynamism that the classic rear-engine sports car is famed for. Additional highlights include new assistance systems, such as the world's first Wet mode – which makes driving on wet roads even safer – and Night Vision Assist with thermal imaging camera, as well as comprehensive connectivity, which now also uses swarm intelligence.

Since the second generation 911, the convertible model has become an indispensable member of the family. It is not only a symbol of sports and youth, but also a lifestyle of passion and romance. An eye-catching feature on the all-new 911 Carrera S Cabriolet and all-new 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet are the unique panel bow convertible top. The fully-automatic soft top has an integrated glass rear window, while the soft top structure contains magnesium surface elements known as bows. The innovative technology creates a coupé-like curved roof when the soft top is closed. The new roof also has advantages when it comes to aerodynamics. The soft top can be opened or closed in around 12 seconds at speeds up to 50 km/h. What’s more, an electrically extendable wind deflector ensures that necks are shielded from wind impact. Besides, the open 911 Carrera S has an automatic roll-over protection system. This essentially consists of a compact, self-supporting portal frame made of welded, high-strength extruded aluminium sections, helping to improve the Cabriolet’s torsional rigidity.

Digging deep into the Chinese market, cultivating sports car culture and offering fascinating digital experiences

In addition to constantly presenting the most advanced Porsche models to Chinese consumers, Porsche is also committed to spreading sports car culture in China. In April 2018, Asia’s first Porsche Experience Centre was opened in Shanghai, offering a purer and higher quality Porsche experience for Chinese consumers. In the past year, Shanghai Porsche Experience Centre has attracted more than 10,000 visitors. Both on and off the track, Porsche owners and fans can fully appreciate Porsche’s driving passion and brand connotation.

The Porsche Club China, founded in April 2017, has grown rapidly and has branches in Shanghai, Changzhou, Shenzhen and Beijing, attracting more than 6,500 members. To enable more Porsche owners and fans to experience the passion of the racetrack, Porsche Sports Cup China is scheduled to debut at the Shanghai International Circuit in October. From junior to professional racer, this will be a carnival for every Porsche enthusiast.

“Since entering the Chinese market in 2001, Porsche has laid an extraordinary foundation with our brand, products, dealer network and customer service, as well as corporate social responsibility. We are constantly cultivating sports car culture and grow together with Chinese auto market,” said Dr. -Ing. Jens Puttfarcken, President and CEO of Porsche China.

In the face of an ever-changing market environment and customer demands, Porsche has fully entered the fast lane of digital development with the establishment of the Porsche Digital China team in March. As a platform to support change, it is designed to leverage digital innovation and elevate the Porsche experience for Chinese customers. “This digital transformation will lead us from in-car experience to overall life cycle experience, granting our customers brand new and fascinating experiences by linking all facets of their life together and creating a new digital Porsche community,” added Dr. -Ing. Jens Puttfarcken, “Looking into the future, Porsche will combine the trends in electrification, interconnection and digitization in our business strategy and focus on our customers, in order to provide consumers with products and services that exceed expectations, and to deliver the pure fascination of Porsche. ”

Porsche models on display at Auto Shanghai 2019 (Booth 8A25, Hall 8.1):

· The all-new Cayenne Coupé （Asia Premiere）
· The all-new Cayenne Turbo Coupé（Asia Premiere）
· The all-new 911 Carrera S （China Premiere）
· The all-new 911 Carrera 4S （China Premiere）
· The all-new 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet（China Premiere）
· 718 Cayman GTS
· 718 Boxster GTS
· The all-new Cayenne E-Hybrid
· The new Macan
· The new Macan S
· Panamera Executive
· Panamera 4S Sport Turismo
· Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive