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Porsche 3D-printing innovative pistons for increased power and efficiency

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Porsche already uses 3D printing technology in prototype construction, manufacturing spare parts for classic sports cars and in other areas. Now, in cooperation with its partners MAHLE and Trumpf, Porsche is now establishing a new milestone in the use of additive manufacturing processes for highly-stressed drive components.

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Porsche retires gas-powered Boxster and Cayman in the EU with all-electric model coming

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The gas-powered Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman models are being discontinued in Europe as an all-electric version approaches its debut.

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Porsche is retiring the gas-powered Macan early in Europe as EV model takes the spotlight

Electrek

Porsche is retiring its best-selling SUV in Europe earlier than expected. The gas-powered Porsche Macan will sail off into the sunset in the EU next spring. Porsche is set to launch the all-electric Macan next year as it shifts its lineup.

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Porsche opens Europe’s most powerful rapid-charging park in Leipzig; 7MW, all renewable energy

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Porsche Leipzig is expanding the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in central Germany with a new charging park called Porsche Turbo Charging. Porsche Leipzig currently has Europe’s most powerful rapid-charging park, which is operated entirely with electricity from renewable energy sources.

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Audi teases sporty new e-tron GT with Porsche Taycan Turbo power

Electrek

Audi’s refreshed e-tron GT is expected to pull upgrades from the new Porsche Taycan Turbo. The new Audi e-tron GT is gearing up for its debut as prototypes begin hitting the streets for testing. The new electric sports car will likely feature a bigger battery, more range, and performance.

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Porsche Taycan delivers more power, more range, accelerates quicker and charges faster

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The Porsche Taycan has been extensively updated. The new versions have more power, more range, accelerate quicker, and charge faster with greater stability. Style Porsche has also sharpened the design and more strongly differentiated the Turbo models.

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Porsche presents Mission R concept electric competition car

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At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich, Porsche is presenting the Mission R concept electric car that combines advanced technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. The Mission R is on a par with the performance level of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.

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