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Porsche updates first Porsche Taycan models with free software update

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Porsche extensively updated its all-electric Taycan last September for the new model year. Porsche is making the software update available free of charge on a worldwide basis. With this, the sprint from zero to 200 km/h (0-124 mph) takes just 9.6 seconds in conjunction with Launch Control—0.2 seconds faster than before.

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Plug-in hybrid model now tops the Porsche Cayenne range

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seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In addition to the two top models, the hybrid range from Porsche now includes the new Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupé with system power of 340 kW (462 PS; Fuel consumption combined 3.2–3.1 Porsche has taken this boost strategy from the 918 Spyder super sports car. l/100 km (60.3-63.5

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Porsche increases electric range for all Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEVs by up to 30%

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Porsche has increased the electric range of all its Cayenne plug-in hybrid models. This powertrain delivers an output of 100 kW (136 PS) and 400 N·m, generating a purely electric top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). kW can be achieved with the Porsche Mobile Charger Connect. kWh rather than 14.1

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Porsche unveils Mission E Cross Turismo EV study at Geneva show

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At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Porsche presented the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electrically-powered “Cross-Utility Vehicle.” The road-ready Mission E Cross Turismo is a continuation of the Mission E study that Porsche presented at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) in 2015. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Porsche takes 10% stake in the electric technology and sports car company Rimac; development partnership

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Porsche AG has taken a 10% stake in the technology and electric sports car company Rimac Automobili. As part of its electrification efforts, Porsche is seeking a development partnership with the young company. —Lutz Meschke, Deputy Chairman of the Executive Board and Member of the Executive Board for Finance and IT at Porsche.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7

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Porsche reports rising demand for plug-in Panamera S-E hybrid

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Porsche reported an almost 8% increase in sales during the first half of 2014 to 87,800 units. Via the integrated on-board charging componentry and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the battery can reach full charge within approximately two and a half hours when connected to a 240V power source. Earlier post.).

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