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Products 19/09/2023

5,000 kilometres across Australia in a Taycan 4S Cross Turismo

In a groundbreaking demonstration of Porsche electric performance, the Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo has successfully completed the journey across Australia from Darwin to Bondi Beach, reaffirming the power and viability of electric vehicles in long-distance travel.

Products 14/09/2023

Test driving the new Panamera: the last finishing touches

A few months before its premiere, the new Porsche Panamera is undergoing final test drives in Barcelona. The main focus of these tests are the powertrain, which includes a new Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), and the newly developed chassis with active damper control.

Products 14/09/2023

Porsche Sell Direct 2.0 – More features and improved user interface to accelerate Omnichannel experience

Porsche Cars Australia has relaunched its Sell Direct application, which allows existing Porsche owners to connect exclusively with participating Official Porsche Centres to sell their pre-owned Porsche sports car.

Sustainability 04/09/2023

Fighting climate change with important new technology: CO₂ extraction from the atmosphere via direct air capture (DAC)

Porsche views direct air capture (DAC) as an important new technology, which is on the threshold of mass production: by extracting large quantities of carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the atmosphere in an environmentally friendly manner, this technology can play a significant role in combating climate change.

woman with drive 07/08/2023

Dreaming in colour: Jade Akamarre

The bright glow of big dreams lives under the skin of powerful and lasting art. You can see it in the works of Jade Akamarre and her sources of inspiration.

Company 03/08/2023

Technicolour dreamscape: using paint to expand the Porsche story

To help mark 75 years of sports cars, Porsche’s brand creatives turned to a palette as bold and distinctive as the company itself.

Company 03/08/2023

Barrier-free, state-of-the-art, sustainable: first Porsche Charging Lounge opens

Porsche is planning to set up its own fast-charging stations along Europe’s most important routes, with a premium charging experience one expects of the brand.

History 03/08/2023

Alternative designs: how the Porsche Crest could have looked

With its rearing horse the Porsche crest is one of the most famous designs in automotive history, and every detail has huge significance.

Products 02/08/2023

The new Porsche 911 S/T: purist special-edition model marks 60th anniversary of the 911

Porsche is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the 911 with a special edition built for maximum driving enjoyment: the Porsche 911 S/T.

Front-runner: Porsche Taycan to lead the 2023 Sydney Marathon, presented by ASICS

Sports 28/07/2023

Front-runner: Porsche Taycan to lead the 2023 Sydney Marathon, presented by ASICS

Porsche Cars Australia has been confirmed as the Official Automotive Partner of the 2023 Sydney Marathon, presented by ASICS.

Product Highlights: Porsche 911 Carrera T – New lightweight sports car

Products 19/07/2023

Product Highlights: Porsche 911 Carrera T – New lightweight sports car

A new lightweight sports car has joined the Porsche 911 family: the 911 Carrera T.

Products 13/07/2023

Porsche Vision 357 Speedster: purism meets e-performance

Porsche marks the 30th anniversary of the famed Goodwood Festival of Speed in style with the Porsche Vision 357 Speedster.

Company 11/07/2023

“Porsche dream jobs”: Porsche honing its image as an attractive employer

Porsche will be showing what will continue making the company an attractive employer for people with ambitious dreams in future with its new employer branding campaign, “Porsche dream jobs”, from the start of July.

Products 11/07/2023

My Porsche App provides new features within Apple CarPlay®

Porsche becomes the first car maker to integrate vehicle functions within an app in Apple CarPlay® to create an innovative, personalised user experience.

Motorsports 03/07/2023

Two Porsche 911 GT3 R finish in the top 5 at Spa-Francorchamps

The Porsche customer teams Manthey EMA and Rutronik Racing finished the Spa-Francorchamps endurance classic in fourth and fifth place.

Products 30/06/2023

911 Carrera GTS Le Mans Centenaire Edition honours 100 years of 24 Hours of Le Mans

Porsche presents the 911 Carrera GTS Le Mans Centenaire Edition, a special edition of the legendary 911.

Company 30/06/2023

Porsche, MHP and VfB Stuttgart AG sign position paper

The parties today signed a position paper for a collaboration in the sponsoring sector.

Company 29/06/2023

Porsche AG approves € 1.01 dividend per preferred share

At the first Annual General Meeting of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG (trading symbol: P911) since its IPO in September 2022, shareholders unanimously approved all of the resolutions proposed by management for the respective agenda items.

Company 28/06/2023

Porsche presents strong results as one of the most valuable luxury brands

Porsche AG (ticker symbol: P911) held its first Annual General Meeting since its IPO last September at the Porsche Arena in Stuttgart on June 28.

The new Porsche Centre Perth is now open

Company 28/06/2023

The new Porsche Centre Perth is now open

Australia’s newest Destination Porsche venue, the all-new Porsche Centre Perth, has opened its doors.

Sustainability 20/06/2023

“A sustainable supply chain will secure a better future for us”

Sustainability at Porsche has many facets. In this ‘Perspectives on Sustainability’ interview series, Porsche employees talk about sustainability from the perspective of their respective fields of expertise.

History 14/06/2023

Porsche Museum: special exhibition celebrates 75 years of Porsche sports cars

The Porsche Museum is inviting visitors to take a journey through 75 years of Porsche history with its most comprehensive exhibition to-date.

Products 08/06/2023

Porsche Mission X: yet another dream takes shape

At Porsche, innovative concept cars have always laid the groundwork for the future. The sports car manufacturer is continuing this tradition with this latest concept study.

Company 07/06/2023

Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 & “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts“ celebrates newest Autobot

The new “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts“ film will come to cinemas worldwide in early June. One of the film’s main characters, the Autobot “Mirage”, is a Porsche – an historic 911 Carrera RS 3.8, to be precise.

Lifestyle 06/06/2023

Custodian of Treasures: Bruce Meyer and the Le Mans winning Porsche 935

In a garage full of legendary vehicles, one in particular stands out: 800 PS, no assistance systems – the Porsche 935.

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Lesleigh Jermanus

History 01/06/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Lesleigh Jermanus

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

Company 29/05/2023

Porsche and world-record-holder Sebastian Steudtner present jointly developed surfboard

Together with Porsche Engineering, Sebastian Steudtner has spent the past two years analysing and optimising his surfboard.

Company 25/05/2023

Icons and one-off cars from the Porsche Museum at the ‘Fuori Concorso’

‘75 years of Porsche sports cars’: Last weekend was all about car culture on Lake Como, where Porsche Heritage and Museum staged its biggest ever open-air exhibition.

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Patrick Roberts

History 23/05/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Patrick Roberts

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

Runway success: Porsche at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023

Lifestyle 19/05/2023

Runway success: Porsche at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023

Porsche Cars Australia has celebrated cutting-edge design, sustainability and innovation alongside Australia’s fashion industry leaders as the Official Automotive Partner of Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023.

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Nikki van Dijk

History 11/05/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Nikki van Dijk

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

Lifestyle 11/05/2023

Blue Wonder: Alois Ruf and the sixth 901 ever built

As a teenager, Alois Ruf sees an early predecessor of the Porsche 911 on the autobahn, which ultimately ignites a lifelong passion.

Products 10/05/2023

Porsche 718 Spyder RS becomes the pinnacle of the mid-engined family

Thirty years after the presentation of the Boxster concept car, Porsche is launching the most powerful version yet of the popular mid-engined roadster: the new Porsche 718 Spyder RS.

Lifestyle 04/05/2023

Air and water unites the US Porsche community

Ex-works racer Patrick Long has given the latest Luftgekühlt event an inclusive modern twist with the launch of Air | Water – a day dedicated to models from across the 75-year history of Porsche.

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Sarah Todd

History 01/05/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Sarah Todd

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

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13/07/2023

Porsche Vision 357 Speedster: purism meets e-performance

Porsche marks the 30th anniversary of the famed Goodwood Festival of Speed in style with the Porsche Vision 357 Speedster.

11/07/2023

My Porsche App provides new features within Apple CarPlay®

Porsche becomes the first car maker to integrate vehicle functions within an app in Apple CarPlay® to create an innovative, personalised user experience.

Models

Company more

11/07/2023

“Porsche dream jobs”: Porsche honing its image as an attractive employer

30/06/2023

Porsche, MHP and VfB Stuttgart AG sign position paper

The parties today signed a position paper for a collaboration in the sponsoring sector.

29/06/2023

Porsche AG approves € 1.01 dividend per preferred share

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woman with drive

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19 Sep

5,000 kilometres across Australia in a Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
Products 19/09/2023
14 Sep

Test driving the new Panamera: the last finishing touches
Products 14/09/2023
14 Sep

Porsche Sell Direct 2.0 – More features and improved user interface to accelerate Omnichannel experience
Products 14/09/2023
04 Sep

Fighting climate change with important new technology: CO₂ extraction from the atmosphere via direct air capture (DAC)
Sustainability 04/09/2023

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Dates & Events

*All events on the revised calendar are subject to change. Both Porsche Cars Australia and Supercars will ensure that all events are compliant with appropriate State, Territory and Federal regulations as they continue to be updated in response to COVID-19 and otherwise. The stringent guidelines developed by Supercars for each event are based on expert medical advice and the advice of their Australian Government partners (as well as Motorsport Australia) to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all teams, drivers and officials.

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Porsche unveils new electric activation Electrify Me at the 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix

05/04/2023

Porsche unveils new electric activation Electrify Me at the 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix

Race fans got a special sense of what it’s like to drive the all-electric Porsche Taycan at this year’s Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix.

02/02/2023

High-voltage batteries on the test bench

Porsche Engineering uses state-of-the-art testing procedures for the development of electric drives, which include both real-life tests and tests conducted in a virtual environment. Their use can significantly shorten the development time and reduce the number of test vehicles needed.

23/12/2022

Performance leap in light technology

The new high-resolution Porsche LED main headlights with HD matrix beam offer a high-resolution light distribution up to twice as bright than previous systems.

Behind the Scenes

Team talk

More than 30,000 people work for Porsche, all from different backgrounds and each with a different job to do. No matter what the role – engineer, HR specialist, programmer – each member of the team has the same goal: to continue the path that company founder Ferry Porsche took decades ago, with passion and pioneering spirit. Here, the men and women of Porsche give a behind-the-scenes glimpse of their work, from their own unique perspective, as well as the lowdown on current developments.

911 Carrera 4S, Belgian Legend Edition, 2019, Porsche AG

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Special edition of the new 911 (992): Belgian Legend Edition

To celebrate the Belgian maestro's 75th birthday, and his invaluable contribution to Porsche's sporting success through the Seventies and Eighties, the decision was taken to create a limited edition 911 in Jacky Ickx's honour.

Taycan 4S, Porsche Experience Levi, Finland, 2019, Porsche AG

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Hot on ice – the Taycan 4S in climatic extremes

The Taycan dances almost in surreal style behind the gigantic cone of light of its LED matrix headlights through the Finnish fairytale woods.

Taycan Turbo S, light painting by "Lumenman" Bernhard Rauscher, 2019, Porsche AG

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The Art of Light – Inspired by E-Performance

Flowing energy: As part of the “Inspired by Porsche” series, Bernhard “Lumenman” Rauscher shows off the design, precision and dynamics of the Porsche Taycan using light.

Audio

Interview with Porsche Brand Affiliate Kate Reid

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03/07/2023

Two Porsche 911 GT3 R finish in the top 5 at Spa-Francorchamps

The Porsche customer teams Manthey EMA and Rutronik Racing finished the Spa-Francorchamps endurance classic in fourth and fifth place.

Porsche celebrates at the 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix

11/04/2023

Porsche celebrates at the 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix

Porsche has continued its 75th anniversary celebrations with a collection of electrifying events, experiences and racing at this year’s 2023 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix.

28/02/2023

Porsche fields three works-963 at the 24 Hours of Le Mans

The Porsche Penske Motorsport works team tackles the 24 Hours of Le Mans with three Porsche 963. Together with the two hypercar vehicles from the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the squad will also compete with a hybrid prototype from the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

History more

14/06/2023

Porsche Museum: special exhibition celebrates 75 years of Porsche sports cars

The Porsche Museum is inviting visitors to take a journey through 75 years of Porsche history with its most comprehensive exhibition to-date.

01/06/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Lesleigh Jermanus

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

23/05/2023

75 Years of Porsche Dreamers: Patrick Roberts

The dreams of great visionaries like Ferry Porsche have always moved us forward. They have the power to change the world. Here are their stories, their passions, and their drive.

Porsche in the Media

carbuzz.com 13/09/2023

Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Climbs Into Guinness Book Of World Records

Electric vehicles (EVs) have come a long way, and Porsche's recent feat with the Taycan Cross Turismo in Tibet is a testament to their capabilities. In a rugged adventure, the raised electric wagon achieved a Guinness World Record for the greatest altitude change by an electric car.
Taycan 4 Cross Turismo: Electric power consumption* combined (WLTP) 24.8 – 21.4 kWh/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 0 g/km, Electric range* combined (WLTP) 416 – 488 km, Electric range* in town (WLTP) 518 – 597 km

caranddriver.com 29/08/2023

2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid Rushes into Focus

The new plug-in-hybrid Turbo is the most powerful Cayenne, with a combined 729 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque.
Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid models: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 2.0 – 1.7 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 45 – 39 g/km, Electric power consumption* combined (WLTP) 31.8 – 29.9 kWh/100 km, Electric range* combined (WLTP) 70 – 73 km, Electric range* in town (WLTP) 76 – 82 km

motortrend.com 07/08/2023

2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS First Drive

The new Spyder RS might be the finest roadster Porsche will ever build. There's more to life than a lap time. And the 2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS emphatically proves the point.
718 Spyder RS: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.0 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 294 g/km

caranddriver.com 02/08/2023

2024 Porsche 911 S/T Is a Manual 911 GT3 RS in a Touring Body

Porsche is once again trying to prove to the world that it can make each new 911 model feel distinct, and alone in its purpose. And there sure are a lot of 911 models. The brand has now pulled back the sheet on its newest special edition, the 911 S/T.
911 S/T: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.8 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 313 g/km

motortrend.com 18/07/2023

The Coolest Cars of the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed

It was a party of anniversaries at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed this year. The annual car-fest on the front lawn of the Duke of Richmond's country house this year featured machinery that celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Le Mans 24 Hour race and 75 years of Porsche.

motortrend.com 10/07/2023

Supercar vs. Race Car Test

The new GT3 RS is so good, we had to find a better way of quantifying its performance. (Plus, we set a lap record.)
911 GT3 RS: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.4 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 305 g/km

classicdriver.de 30/06/2023

Channeling Steve McQueen by road tripping to Le Mans in a 911 Sport Classic

How does one get to Le Mans Classic on the centenary year of the legendary endurance races?
911 Sport Classic: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 12.6 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 285 g/km

drive.com.au 09/06/2023

Porsche Mission X electric hypercar concept revealed

Porsche has celebrated its 75th birthday with this Mission X electric concept. A production version appears highly likely, targeting the Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record in the process.

caranddriver.com 16/05/2023

2024 Porsche Cayenne Enhances the SUV Recipe

The sportiest offerings, the Cayenne S and the Turbo GT, get even tastier this year.
Cayenne S: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.4 – 12.4 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 303 – 282 g/km
Cayenne S Coupé: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.4 – 12.5 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 304 – 284 g/km

caranddriver.com 10/05/2023

2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS to Make 493 Glorious Open-Air Horsepower

The Spyder RS will be the Boxster equivalent to the 718 Cayman GT4 RS, and it'll share an identical powertrain but miss out on the most aggressive aero.
718 Spyder RS: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 13.0 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 294 g/km

youtube.com 08/05/2023

The Most Desirable 911 Today? Chris Harris Reviews The Porsche 911 Dakar

Capable of handling all terrains and scenarios, Chris Harris takes the Porsche 911 Dakar for a drive around Lydden Hill Circuit in Kent. Testing the car both on tarmac and on gravel, the true capabilities of the car get put to the test. Is this the coolest variant of the 911?
911 Dakar: Fuel consumption* combined (WLTP) 11.3 l/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 256 g/km

caranddriver.com 01/04/2023

These Rare Porsches Are Part of the Automaker's Classic Collection in Atlanta

We got to check out Porsche Classic's new facility, as well as the Heritage Gallery, during a recent visit to the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta.

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Emma Raducanu: “Australia is one of the best places to play.”

25/01/2023

Emma Raducanu: “Australia is one of the best places to play.”

Grand Slam-winning tennis star Emma Raducanu recently touched down in Melbourne for the 2023 Australian Open. Porsche Cars Australia caught up with the former US Open winner.

22/12/2022

Emma Raducanu experiences the 911 GT3 on the race track at Brands Hatch

With a typical speed of serve of more than 100 mph, Emma Raducanu is no stranger to power, speed, and agility. The Grand Slam winner and British No 1 recently took a break from her athletic training schedule to explore her other passion, when she took the wheel of a 198 mph Porsche 911 GT3 at Brands Hatch, to the southeast of London, England.

22/11/2022

Tennis star Emma Raducanu in front of the camera for Court Supremes

The 20-year-old Briton has been one of the new faces in women’s tennis.

9:11 Magazine

Episode 13 - DNA

The 718 Spyder and the Cayman GT4 are ready for Dario and Marino Franchitti, a vision way back: the Porsche for four, Development of the Panamera, 356/2 Gmünd Cabriolet, Cruising the Blue Zone in the new 911 Speedster - in 9:11 Magazine.

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Motor racing genes

The 718 Spyder and Cayman GT4 are ready for Dario and Mario Franchitti. They have had a close association with Porsche and motor racing since their childhood. They now go back to their roots at the Knockhill Racing Circuit in Scotland.

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The Type 989

Four people in a Porsche – this vision already existed in the 1950s. A highly promising development in this direction: the Type 989 from 1988. A thoroughbred sports car with the DNA of the 911.

Discover the 9:11 Magazine

Lifestyle more

06/06/2023

Custodian of Treasures: Bruce Meyer and the Le Mans winning Porsche 935

In a garage full of legendary vehicles, one in particular stands out: 800 PS, no assistance systems – the Porsche 935.

19/05/2023

Runway success: Porsche at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023

11/05/2023

Blue Wonder: Alois Ruf and the sixth 901 ever built

As a teenager, Alois Ruf sees an early predecessor of the Porsche 911 on the autobahn, which ultimately ignites a lifelong passion.

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The Road to Mission X

When tradition and innovation combine to create something new: the Porsche sports car brand celebrates its 75th anniversary with the vision of a futuristic hypercar. Christophorus provides an exclusive look at development.

Quiet Speed Ahead!

When it comes to sustainable mobility, Porsche thinks far beyond the automobile. Working with the Frauscher shipyard, the sports car manufacturer developed the Frauscher × Porsche 850 Fantom Air, an innovative electric sports boat that has the potential to revolutionize an entire industry.

Classic Car Detective

At just 30 years of age, she’s a member of the jury of the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza competition, and her expertise in classic cars is in high demand the world over. Engineer Laura Kukuk marches to the beat of her own drum in the traditional automotive scene.