Alois Ruf Porsche Newsroom: As a teenager, Alois Ruf sees an early predecessor of the Porsche 911 on the autobahn, which ultimately ignites a lifelong passion. And what sounds like fiction is, in fact, actually true: around 50 years later, he discovers the car in Enamel Blue in his own...
Launched just before Christmas, the latest Porsche offering from the publishing house, 964 Carrera RS by Mäder Morse Field Recordings GmbH, is now available. Author Christoph Mäder is no stranger to publications covering the Porsche marque and already has a string of highly impressive titles to his name. 964 Carrera...
If you are seriously considering buying a Porsche in 2026, you have probably already spent time on the configurator, picked a color, debated whether the Sport Chrono Package is worth it, and convinced yourself the base model is the sensible choice. What you may not have spent as much time...
Originally planned as a typical two-race weekend, a forecast of inclement weather prompted the Formula 1 race to start three hours earlier than scheduled. The earlier start prevented the second Carrera Cup race from taking place. TOPP Racing’s Maxson initially crossed the finish line as the second type 992.2 Porsche...
The world’s 10th Porsche Experience Centre prepares to open in Toronto while bidding is underway on a bespoke 911 GT3 RS, created by the Sonderwunsch department to celebrate the new facility. Porsche Cars Canada will open the Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Toronto tomorrow (18 June, 2025), taking the number of...
Porsche is born The birth of the Porsche brand was exactly 75 years ago. On 8 June 1948, the Porsche 356 ‘No. 1’ received its general operating permit. For Ferry Porsche, this was a dream come true. The dream of a sports car that had never existed before. This is...
The Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package has set two new lap records for series-production electric cars – at Road Atlanta (US) and at the Yas Marina Circuit (UAE). Patrick Long completed a high-speed lap in just 1:27.1 minutes on the 4.088-kilometre Road Atlanta circuit. This new lap time beats...
At the dawn of the 20th century, engineer Ferdinand Porsche laid down a technological and entrepreneurial blueprint that continues to guide the company bearing his name. Porsche’s enduring success is rooted in its commitment to those early principles. From the outset, the Porsche story was charged with innovation. As the...
We’ve mentioned the Theon Design ITA001  already, the first Italian commission-built Porsche 964-based carbon fiber bodied beauty that packs 400 bhp from a beautiful 4.0-Liter air-cooled-flat-six engine, but keep in mind these amazing restomod Porsche are built in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom, and as it turns out, their Italian customer...
In 2025, TECHART unveils the fifth chapter of an icon – the MAGNUM, based on the Porsche Cayenne E3.2. The new TECHART MAGNUM is more than just a vehicle. It’s made for those who dare to stand out. Its unmistakable design and commanding presence demands courage. Courage to be seen....
Porsche Italia is launching two special-edition models created in collaboration with Ferragamo, which are based on the 911 Carrera 4 GTS and Taycan 4S. In the style of the fashion brand, the experts at Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur have elaborately refined both the exterior and the interior of the two iconic...
The new limited-edition 911 continues the tradition of special editions celebrating the Porsche Club of America (PCA). The world’s largest club for Porsche owners was founded in 1955 by Bill Sholar. The new Club Coupe is based on the 911 Carrera T. A total of 70 units will be produced...
1993 Porsche 964 Carrera RS America
Background & Tech In the late 1960s, as California’s new anti-smog legislation became operative, it was apparent that highly tuned cars like the Porsche 911 would be affected. Breathing through carburettors and running on premium fuel, the 911 was soon in difficulty with traffic authorities. The S was even withdrawn...
Porsche factory driver Nick Tandy is the unofficial king of endurance racing since January 26 of this year: The Briton clinched victory at the Rolex 24 At Daytona at the wheel of a Porsche 963, completing the coveted “Grand Slam” of endurance racing. Throughout his impressive career, Tandy has taken...
Theo Oeverhaus converted pole position into a commanding victory in the opening round of the 2026 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup on the streets of Monaco, leading all 17 laps from start to finish. At a glance Perfect lights-to-flag victory on the legendary street circuit Andrea Bristot finishes second and also...
Best Porsche Under $100K: High-Performance Icons Within Reach In this buyer’s guide, we look at what $100,000 can offer in the way of the Porsche sports cars. With a budget of $100,000, you enter the realm of truly exceptional Porsches. This price range unlocks access to high-performance 911s, track-focused Caymans,...
In an age of growing artificial intelligence — where humans and machines are both partners and rivals — we’re drawn to places that awaken our natural instincts. To places, routes, turns, crests and chicanes where we feel centered and grounded — even as we give in to our need to...
THEON DESIGN UNVEILS ITS FIRST ITALIAN COMMISSION: ITA001 Theon Design has revealed the latest bespoke Porsche 911 (964) based commission to emerge from its Oxfordshire workshops: ITA001. Created for its first Italian customer, a discerning collector from Milan, ITA001 is transformed with a featherweight all-carbon body, semi-active suspension and a...
For over 70 years, Porsche has stood for more than just sports cars. It has stood for dreams — and the ability to shape them. The Sonderwunsch (German for “special request”) program represents the highest form of individualization at Porsche, enabling customers to co-create truly unique vehicles in close collaboration...
In the late 1970s Germany’s Federal Ministry for Research and Technology launched a national program to inspire and guide car producers toward more efficient, lower-emission and potentially smaller passenger cars. This sounds like a huge challenge and it was. But some rationality was powering the initiative. A concentration of negative...
The No. 7 Porsche 963 fielded by the Porsche Penske Motorsport works team has won the 24 Hours of Daytona. Works drivers Felipe Nasr from Brazil, Dane Cameron from the USA and Matt Campbell from Australia as well as American IndyCar star Josef Newgarden extended Porsche’s record number of victories...
Red Bull Advanced Technologies, the high-performance engineering arm of Red Bull Technology Group, has been recruited by Singer, renowned for highly personalized restorations of air-cooled Porsche 911s, to design a strategy for increasing the torsional stiffness of Type 964 Cabriolets and Targas reimagined through Singer’s Classic Turbo services. Founded in...
Icons of Porsche 2025 The first fully electric Cayenne will arrive in U.S. showrooms in late summer 2026 – joining the existing ICE and Hybrid variants of the car offered today. Customer interest has been strong: the most customizable Cayenne variant yet – the Porsche USA website has seen record...
Following many months of work, entrants gathered over the weekend as judges carefully selected the first round of finalists in the fifth annual Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge. The judging occurred during Werks Reunion West at Monterey Car Week with members of the Porsche Club of America, along with staff from...
Porsches at Dream Ride 2024
Words and Photos by Zach Katz This past weekend I was lucky enough to attend one of the largest automotive events on the East Coast. Dream Ride, run by the Hometown Foundation and hosted by the Farmington Polo Grounds in Farmington, Connecticut, attracts hundreds of rare and exotic cars from...
Car Highlights One of Three Rest of World (ROW) 930 S Targa Models Built in 1989 Finished in Paint-To-Sample Blutorange over Black Leather A Bespoke Example with Rarely Seen Exclusive Department Options Showing Just 5,289 Km (3,286 Miles) from Original Delivery Meticulously Restored to Concours Standards by German Marque Specialists...
When it comes to ultra-lightweight, classic sports cars, KAMManufaktur is redefining the benchmark. Renowned for its meticulous redesign and re-engineering of the iconic 912, the KAMM 912c has captured the admiration of drivers, critics, and collectors throughout Europe with its feather-light construction and powerful four-cylinder engine. Now KAMManufaktur has officially...
Front wheels on a purple Porsche
Compared to certain marques—Italian ones, in particular—Porsche cars tend to take on a more subdued and unassuming persona. Call it German stoicism, if you will. But that’s not to say that Porsche is in any way reluctant to be distinguishable from your everyday commuter. Afterall, they produce some of the...
Best Porsche Under $25K: Affordable Thrills on a Budget Dreaming of owning a Porsche but working with a budget of $25,000? You’re in luck! While Porsche is often associated with high-end luxury and performance, there are still great options that offer the brand’s signature driving experience without breaking the bank....
Inspired by the Turbo-look variants of the 1980s, the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer represents the latest services from Singer Vehicle Designs in California. The new carbon fiber cabriolet body style features wide front and rear bodywork. A new, lightweight ‘Z pattern’ folding roof mechanism has been designed...
His Royal Highness Prince Carl Philip was a young schoolboy when Hans-Joachim Stuck was competing in the ADAC Würth Supercup championship. The Swedish royal, now 46 years old and a seasoned racer himself, fulfilled a childhood dream by taking to the track in Stuck’s iconic championship-winning 962 C. No Subscription?...
Located in Southern Italy, the Nardò Technical Center, owned by Porsche and operated by Porsche Engineering, celebrates its 50th anniversary today. Originally opened on July 1, 1975, NTC has consistently set the benchmark in vehicle testing and development of the automotive industry worldwide. 20 test tracks and more Today, NTC...
Set to cross the auction block at this year’s Bonhams Greenwich Auction are three highly collectible examples of the legendary Porsche 356, each representing a distinct chapter in Porsche’s early sports car legacy and the growing demand for historically significant air-cooled models. 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 Carrera GT Highlights 1,582cc...
The 2026 season of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie finally roared into life after a weather-disrupted start, with Round 1 of the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring setting the tone for what promises to be a fiercely contested year. For more on the championship, visit Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie official site A competitive field of...
Presented in its original color combination – Champagne Yellow with a Black interior. The 0 Series 911 was the first full-year production of the early 911, with only 3,154 examples built worldwide in 1965. The early short-wheelbase 911s are prized for their purity of design, lightweight construction, and lineage to...
Porsche is improving the digital user experience in the 911, Taycan, Panamera, and Cayenne model series for the model year change. The fundamentally revised Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system is more performant and offers access to the Porsche App Center. Other new features include Dolby Atmos® for an improved sound...
With 20 overall victories, Porsche is by far the most successful manufacturer in Daytona. Added to this are more than 40 class victories at the famous 24-hour classic in the US state of Florida. On 24 January, the Porsche Penske Motorsport factory team aims to continue this success story. For...
Porsche Cars North America is thrilled to announce that no fewer than 12 model derivatives have secured the prestigious Editors’ Choice Award from Car and Driver. Examples from every currently produced model line – the 911, Cayenne, Panamera, Macan, and Taycan – measured up to the staff’s strict standards to...
The combination of Porsche’s cornerstone flat-4 air-cooled engine (from the model 356) with a more modern 911 chassis is what became the model 912. For some, the lighter 912 yields a more pure sports car experience than the heavier 911, especially if it has been upgraded. Enter KAMManufacture Wanting to...
At Retro Classics, Porsche will begin its year of  ‘Raceborn – 75 Years of Porsche Motorsport’ anniversary celebrations. From Thursday 19 February to Sunday 22 February, the Porsche Heritage and Museum team will showcase chapters that go far beyond victories, titles, and records. Seven and a half decades of motorsport...
Galpin’s First BB-Auto Galpin Motors debuted its first U.S.-built bb-Auto commission, a faith-inspired 1986 Porsche Targa known as bb-001 “Streets of Gold,” during Monterey Car Week. The car was featured at Motorlux, Werks Reunion Monterey, Casa Lee, and the Monterey Motorsports Festival. Commissioned by Alexander Everest, founder of Christ and...
Unveiled during Miller Motorcars’ 50th Anniversary “Legends” celebration, the JC9 is the kind of project that serves as a reminder of why coachbuilding still has a place in the modern automotive world. Based on the Porsche Carrera GT, the one-off creation combines a naturally aspirated V10, a six-speed manual transmission,...
1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S, Inchydoney Hotel, West Cork, Ireland – we were peppered with heavy rain showers on the day of the photo shoot. You could almost draw a line from the clouds above past the back of the car, and see that we were getting drenched, but just...
The IROC Porsches
The IROC Porsches: The International Race of Champions, Porsche’s 911 RSR and the Men Who Raced Them by Matt Stone © Motorbooks This is the story of the International Race of Champions Porsche Carrera 911 RSRs and the drivers who raced them. It’s a story that is long overdue, as...
Porsche Penske Motorsport overcame a difficult qualifying session to mount an impressive recovery drive in Saturday’s IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race on the streets of Detroit, but the factory team’s efforts ultimately yielded only fifth- and eighth-place finishes. Highlights Factory-run 963 finishes the race in Detroit in the midfield despite...
The 911 Carrera T “Formosa” pays homage to Taiwan’s natural landscapes, with a design narrative deeply rooted in the island’s scenery. The name “Formosa”, meaning “Beautiful Island”, was bestowed by 16th-century Portuguese sailors captivated by its verdant terrain. A bespoke statement for the beautiful island Taiwan Taiwan’s geography offers an...
The Porsche 911 (992) – Saving the 911 Only in retrospect can one grasp the importance to Porsche of the Type 993. As the last air-cooled 911 it was vital to the survival not only of the 911 lineage but also of Porsche as a car-making company. Introduced in 1993...
Porsche’s EV Hypercar to center stage The exciting Mission X concept study will visit the U.S. for the first time this fall, celebrating its U.S. debut at Rennsport Reunion 7 at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, California from September 28 to October 1. “Rennsport is the perfect location to...
Porsche is equipping the all-electric Macan with new assistance systems and digital features for the new model year. The focus is on increased convenience when parking, charging and towing, new entertainment functions and even smarter operation via app or voice input. With the upcoming model year change, Porsche is expanding...
We’ve got great news for everyone who asked for a touring version of our 912C – meet the car you’ve been waiting for: the all-new KAMM 912T. We’ve kept all the spirit, soul and Dare to Drive character but added more of a grand tourer personality. That means power that...
In the 50th anniversary year of the 911 Turbo, Luftgekühlt returned to Los Angeles at the weekend to host a special event themed around Porsche’s ground-breaking air-cooled flagship sports car. Held once again on the Universal Studios Backlot, ‘Luft 10: The Sequel’, grew its presence at the unique LA venue...
The Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Reimagined by Singer represents the latest services from Singer, the California-based luxury specialist that restores and reimagines classic Porsche 911s in collaboration with their owners. Rob Dickinson: Singer’s Founder, Executive Chairman and Creative Director explains: “Singer first came to the Goodwood Festival of Speed in...
Mad Max meets Burning Man A little over two decades ago, a bunch of off-roading enthusiasts decided to create the “ultimate off-road challenge” that would test the abilities and capabilities of the entire spectrum of off-roading—from rock crawling to “closed course/stadium racing” to high-speed desert-floor runs. While this event started...
At Porsche, the “GTS” designation—short for Gran Turismo Sport—signifies enhanced dynamism and long-distance performance. The Cayenne fundamentally embodies the dual characteristics of a high-performance sports car and a versatile all-terrain SUV. However, the GTS models traditionally emphasize superior on-road performance. Equipped with a robust drive system, meticulously calibrated handling, and...
Piercing cold, fresh powdery snow and perfectly prepped ice: Zell am See, and the surrounding area, were in peak winter condition for the FAT Ice Race 2026. Against the awe-inspiring backdrop of snow-covered mountains, motorsport tradition once again met modern performance. Among historic racing cars, rally machines, high‑end performance vehicles...
Porsche in Formula E Porsche continues its fifth Formula E season in 2023/2024. In addition to the works-run TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team, the American customer team Andretti Formula E competes with the Porsche 99X Electric. The innovative electric racing car concept was developed at the net CO₂-neutral Weissach...
With the obligatory shift away from ICE, the 911 60th anniversary model, the 992 S/T may well come to be seen as the pinnacle of the internal combustion sports car. The 2023 911 S/T is likely to serve as a salutary reminder of the exemplary automotive engineering that society has...
Owners of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS in the U.S. can now order an optional kit developed by Manthey through authorized Porsche Centers, which will also handle the installation. The kit is intended to offer an even greater level of performance and driver confidence on track. Additionally, both U.S. Porsche...
At the 2026 season opener of GT World Challenge America Powered by AWS, Porsche teams set the tone early at Sonoma Raceway. On a tight and technical 2.5 mile circuit, the Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) showed strong pace, consistency, and reliability across the entire weekend. In Pro-Am, the results...
McMurtry Owners Club A single-seater is, by definition, a solitary experience: one seat, one driver and total focus. Yet when multiple cars — and the people behind them — are brought together, the dynamic changes entirely. That thinking led to the creation of the McMurtry Owners Club. The Spéirling has...
Air|Water Driven by Mobil 1, Southern California’s immersive Porsche lifestyle event, returns to Costa Mesa for its fourth remarkable installment, celebrating the grand spirit, powerful legacy, and adrenaline-pumping history that only a name like Porsche can offer. Born from the acclaimed Luftgekühlt series of events that focus on the history,...
The PFM 3200-powered Mooney is legendary among aviators. They all want this ‘Porsche of the skies’ – and today there are only five that are airworthy anywhere in the world. We had the extraordinary opportunity to take a ride in one. Oh, the boxer engine note is unmistakable. But what...
Before the extensively revamped version of the Taycan comes to market in spring 2024, the all-electric sports car is currently undergoing final intensive testing. The sports sedan, Cross Turismo and Sport Turismo models of the new generation have put in some 3.6 million test kilometers on proving grounds, racetracks and...
From negative 20 to positive 38 degrees Celsius, from the coast to an elevation of nearly 4,700 meters, and from highways to gravel roads, Nguyen Hoang Anh, owner of a logistics company, drove his 911 Dakar from Vietnam to the Mongolian part of the Gobi Desert and back again, passing...
The interior design and user experience of the Porsche Macan Electric have been recognized with a Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX award, with Wards judges comparing the interior design to a “finely tailored suit,” and praising the vehicle for offering “one of the most pleasant experiences,” they’d tested. Featuring...
RML Group, the renowned British automotive and motorsport engineering specialists, today announced its first global sales and aftersales partners ahead of the launch of the P39 Hypercar this summer. “Our enthusiast customers quite rightly have high expectations not only from the cars they buy, but also from the service and...
Budapest-based KAMManufaktur will present its renowned, 750kg,182bhp Semi-Carbon 912c restomod at a range of US shows this summer, including the prestigious Greenwich Concours. It will also debut the first customer-ordered 699kg, Full-Carbon 912c in the UK at the Megaphonics event at Boxengasse in August. Modernized Vintage Porsche In the world...