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Find Porsche news from today and latest stories covering Porsche cars from expert Torque News reporters. Since 1931, Porsche has been designing cars for the people. Starting out as a small vehicle development and consulting company, they designed vehicles for the German government before and during WWII. From tanks and equipment to the Volkswagen Beetle, Porsche has had its place in history. Porsche’s first complete car came from the underpinnings of said Beetle, and became the 356. Porsche continued developing cars for motorsport and eventually the rest of the world. The company found huge success in the 911 model of 1968. Porsche is renowned for designing their automobiles with quality, refinement, and performance.

Porsche now offers a wider range of cars from the iconic performance in the 911, to the spacious Panamera sedans/wagons, and the luxurious Macan and Cayenne SUVs. The 718 Cayman and Boxster models are the entry level sports cars for Porsche and are getting ever so good over the years along with the new electric Taycan which leads Porsche into a new era of innovation.

On Torque News, we post daily news reporting regarding the various layers of Porsche’s lineup and give you a view on the latest news from the brand. We’re committed to sharing creative topics that will intrigue enthusiasts and inform buyers.

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Porsche reports modest June sales increase led by Macan, Panamera

By Marc Stern on July 6, 2017 - 11:25AM

Led by the mid-sized Macan crossover and the upscale Panamera sedan, Porsche sales for June were up a modest 0.8 percent. Macan sales were up a surprising 53 percent, while Panamera's year-to-date sales were up a solid 36 percent.

Porsche Takes You Inside The Turbines of Its New 911 GT2 RS

By Armen Hareyan on July 1, 2017 - 10:48PM

Porsche just unveiled its iconic new 911 GT2 RS, which is the most powerful 911 so far built by Porsche and here is what the auto media thinks about it. The Porsche 911 GT2 RS comes with 700 HP and costs $293,000.

Porsche Expects Continued Success as Motorsports Unit Changes Leadership

By Marc Stern on June 27, 2017 - 10:06PM

There has been a change atop Porche's highly successful North American Motorsports unit. Jens Walther, who has headed the unit for seven years, has moved to Porsche Leipzig as director of sales and marketing while Dr. Dan Ambruster, a 17-year veteran of the unit.

Porsche Recalls 17,986 Panameras, Cayennes To Fix Potential Stalling Problem

By Marc Stern on June 19, 2017 - 12:47PM

Porsche has announced the recall of 17,986 2010-12 Panamera and Cayenne models for problems with camshaft adjuster fastening screws. If the screws loosen, the camshaft adjusters may fail, leading to stalling issues.

Porsche Macan continues to sell quite well as sales advance.

Led by Macan, Panamera, Porsche Sales Up 3.7 Percent in May

By Marc Stern on June 5, 2017 - 9:53AM

Porsche sales continued to trend upward in May as Macan and Panamera continued to sell well. Sales were off a bit for the automaker's other models.

Germany probes Porsche, Audi use of emissions-cheating software

By Marc Stern on June 2, 2017 - 9:48PM

Porsche was charged by Germany's Transportation Authority that it had used emissions-cheating software in some of the Audi subidiary's vehicles.

Audi has added a number of Q5s and Q7s to its fuel pump recall

Nearly 300,000 Audis, Porsches Added To Fuel Pump Recall

By Marc Stern on May 15, 2017 - 9:53PM

Volkswagen has expanded a fuel pump recall to add nearly 300,000 Audi and Porsche crossovers to the 142,000 first recalled in 2016.

A 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 recently smashed the lap time record at the Nurburgring.

Porsche 911 GT3 Smashes Former Best Lap Time At Nurburgring

By Marc Stern on May 10, 2017 - 3:35PM

The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 set a mark that should stand for at least a year when it smashed the best lap time on the North Loop of the Nurburgring by more than 12 seconds recently. Porsche uses the North Loop, a 14-mile race track to vet its models and their performance.

Porsche Chairman Oliver Blume Discussed Plans For The Mission E recently.

Porsche Chairman Fills In Details On the Electric Mission E

By Marc Stern on March 14, 2017 - 11:39PM

Porsche used the Geneva Motor Show to launch an important future addition to its lineup the Mission E model in the Macan crossover series. Porsche Chairman Oliver Blume discussed the model's details.

VW Finally Pleads Guilty To “Dieselgate” Scandal

By Marc Stern on March 10, 2017 - 11:40PM

In a first, Volkswagen has admitted its guilt in Dieselgate as the automaker pleaded guilty Friday in U.S. District Court, Detroit, to three felony counts that included conspiracy and obstruction of justice.

Porsche has recalled 18,000 2015-17 Macans to repair problems with the passenger occupant detection system.

Porsche Recalls 18,000 Macans To Replace Their PODS Sensors

By Marc Stern on March 9, 2017 - 10:58PM

Porsche has recalled 18,000 2015-17 compact crossover Macans to replace the sensor mat on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) which protects front seat passengers by turning the airbag on.

The Porsche Macan Mission E will join Volkswagen's expanding electric vehicle family as the carmaker moves ahead with plans for 30 electrics (VW) by 2025.

Which Porsche Is Next On Electric List? The Macan Mission E

By Marc Stern on March 8, 2017 - 11:22PM

As part of its expanding committment to electric vehicles, Porsche plans an all-electric version of its popular compact crossover Macan. The automaker has also been authorized to add another electric to its lineup.

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo will debut next week at the Geneva Auto Show.

Porsche Debuts Its First “Practical” Model; Is It Sport Or A Wagon?

By Marc Stern on March 2, 2017 - 11:31PM

When the Geneva Auto Show opens next week there will be a new series of cars joining last year's newcomer, the Panamera. In this case, it is Porsche's first "practical" vehicle, a sports wagon called the Sports Turismo.

Slowly, VW Continues To Recover From Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on February 28, 2017 - 11:04PM

Slowly, but surely Volkswagen seems to be turning the corner as it comes out from under the weight of its self-inflicted diesel emissions scandal and things look better. Tuesday, Consumer Reports noted that Audi and Porsche were the top two designees on its Consumer Brands Report Card.

Porsche will unveil two Panamera sports-sedans next month in Geneva. It is the first time hybrids will be the automaker's flagships.

2nd Porsche Panamera Sedan Model Reaches 60 In 3.2 Seconds

By Marc Stern on February 25, 2017 - 11:03PM

At next month's Geneva Auto Show, Porsche plans to debut two Panamera models, the Panamera S E-Turbo and the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. It is the first time that a hybrid will be the automaker's flagship model.

Porsche Named Most Dependable In Latest J.D. Power Survey

By Marc Stern on February 23, 2017 - 12:00AM

If you are looking for the most dependable cars on the road – after three years of ownership – the makes to look at are Porsche and Lexus.

Audi Fires 4 Engineers After Bombshell Report Tying Audi Chief To Dieselgate

By Marc Stern on February 20, 2017 - 10:13PM

Dieselgate, which seemed to be sliding to a courtroom finish, burst forth a second day as four key diesel engineers were reportedly dismissed by Audi, the VW division that has been identified as the heart of the scandal.

The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI was one of the vehicles that felt the impact of Dieselgate. Der Spiegel, in a report, indicates it may have the "smoking memo" outlining the executive in charge.

Where Did The Dieselgate Affair Have Its Foundations?

By Marc Stern on February 20, 2017 - 12:10AM

A report just out in the news points the finger of blame at the current chief executive at Audi as the prime mover in the Dieselgate scandal. According to an article in the German magazine Der Stern, they have obtained a "smoking presentation" that raises questions and points out someone who may be a chief architect of the scandal.

The Dieselgate drama continued to inch its way to a conclusion as a judge has approved an initial settlement of another part of the emissions case.

VW, Bosch Receive Preliminary OK Of Dieselgate Settlements

By Marc Stern on February 14, 2017 - 10:51PM

The Dieselgate scandal keeps inching toward a climax. In the latest chapter, a U.S. District Court judge has approved an initial settlement for Volkswagen and Robert Bosch to take care of issues that apply to 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels.

Porsche, the luxury performance division of Volkswagen, reported record sales in January.

Porsche Has Strongest Sales Month In January

By Marc Stern on February 4, 2017 - 12:24AM

Porsche, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, reported a record sales month in January. Sales bumped up more than 5 percent in January 2017.

Volkswagen's diesel buy back program may have an intended consequence, it may keep the seven-year sales rebound alive.

Could VW Buy Back Program Be Today’s “Cash-for-Clunkers” Success?

By Marc Stern on February 3, 2017 - 1:19AM

With industry-wide car sales slowing a bit, Volkswagen's diesel repurchase program may prove the law of unintended consequences. It was instituted to get cheating diesel vehicles off the road and in doing so it may also keep the sales recovery going.

VW and regulators agreed on a settlement valued at up to $4.04 billion covering 3.0-liter turbodiesels impacted by the Dieselgate scandal

Despite Steps In The U.S., When Will Dieselgate Be Ending?

By Marc Stern on February 1, 2017 - 8:59PM

The Dieselgate scandal took another step toward winding up in th United States as Volkswagen agreed to pay up to $4.04 billion to take care of repairs 78,000 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesels affected by the diesel cheating scandal and buybacks to another 22,000 that cannot be repaired.

The Porsche Panamera has taken top luxury spot in the 2017 best residual value listings.

Is Your Vehicle Holding Its Value? Here Is KBB’s Listing Of Top Models

By Marc Stern on January 25, 2017 - 11:30PM

Kelley Blue Book released the winners of the vehicles that it believes will retain their residual value best over the next five years.

Well-Known Porsche Vintage Racers To “Drive Toward a Cure”

By Marc Stern on January 19, 2017 - 8:58PM

Well-known vintage Porsche racers will battle it out in April in a lifestyle California road rally whose primary goal is to raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease.

The Dieselgate Scandal Took A Major Step Toward Conclusion As The Automaker And Authorities Announced A Potential $3B AgreementFar more quickly than anyone has been expecting, it looks as if Volkswagen may be on the verge of settling its emissions rigging challenge and forging ahead. According to sources, the automaker and the U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ) are near agreement on a resolution to civil and criminal probes. The investigations were launched in the wake of the Dieselgate scandal. <strong>Set

VW Dieselgate Nearing U.S. Conclusion As Parties Agree To $3B Settlement

By Marc Stern on January 6, 2017 - 8:07PM

Volkswagen's emissions cheating scandal took a major step toward its conclusion Friday as the automakers and officials with the Justice Department announced a tentative $3 billion plan to settle it.

The 2016 Porsche Cayenee Was A Sales Winner For The Automaker As Buyers Continued To Favor Crossovers And SUVs

Porsche Ends 2016 With 4.9 Percent Sales Increase, New Record

By Marc Stern on January 5, 2017 - 11:03AM

Porsche Cars of North America ended 2016 on a positive note with its seventh consecutive record-breaking sales year and high expectations for 2017.

Nissan Qashqai, new Nissan compact crossover

Nissan Qashqai Banned From South Korea for Emissions Cheating; BMW and Porsche are Also Involved

By Denis Flierl on January 4, 2017 - 7:59AM

10 Nissan, BMW, Porsche models are banned from South Korea for emissions cheating. One is the popular Nissan Qashqai compact crossover coming to US shores.

There's a tune out with perfect betting advice. It's the kind of advice that keeps cars with their owners.

Sometimes This Tune Has The Best Advice When It Comes To Car Bets

By Marc Stern on December 29, 2016 - 6:40PM

Maybe, if Brandon Marshall had listened to "The Gambler," he wouldn't be walking around while his Porsche heads to Antonio Brown. The wide receivers wagered "the pinks" on who would garner more yardage. In the last weekend of the regular season, Brown has an insurmountable lead.

Nitrogen Offers Stable Tire Pressure; Any Other Claims Are Just That, Claims Only

If You Monitor Tire Pressure Regularly, You Don’t Need Nitrogen

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2016 - 7:27AM

Recently, information has appeared that indicates there are important reasons to use nitrogen in your tires. However, when you look closely at it, other than stable pressure, there's no reason to use it at all.

Judge Rebukes VW Owners For Taking Parts From Their TDI Buyback Vehicles

The Newest Dieselgate Cheat: Owners Stripping Cars Before Buybacks

By Marc Stern on December 26, 2016 - 6:35PM

In the latest Dieselgate twist, it seems that some enterprising owners have decided to push the limits of the buyback agreement by gutting their cars of parts and then turning them in. Of course, VW is pissed off; the judge is peeved, and the FTC is outraged, as they well should be because the owners are wrong.

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