Porsche will break ground Tuesday on a 500-million euro ($689 million) expansion at its factory in Leipzig. The addition of paint and body shops will nearly double investment at the plant, home to the manufacturer’s two best-selling models, the Panamera four-door coupe and the Cayenne SUV. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex on Google+
(Photos) Look At The Wheels: Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Check out this Porsche Cayenne Turbo customized by the guys over a Platinum Motorsport, they call it “Project Magnum.” All black everything this Cayenne is mean. Hit the jump to see the pics. @WiL
Auto Talk: Bentley Picks Porsche Executive To Head Engineering
Bentley Motors has named Porsche executive Rolf Frech as the brand’s new board member for engineering. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Porsche Committed To Offering Manual Transmissions As Long As There’s Demand
Purists take note: As long as customers ask for it, Porsche will offer the 911 with a manual transmission. This sigh of relief comes from the mouth of the company’s CEO Matthias Muller, speaking with Motor Trend editor-in-chief Angus MacKenzie. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: A closer look at the Porsche seven-speed manual shift pattern
Although Porsche has released photographs showing the interior of an automatic-transmission-equipped 2012 911, we’re still waiting on a clear look at the shift-yourself variety. Chas Hallet from WhatCar.com managed to get up close and personal with the newest 911, and he was kind enough to snap a picture of the shift pattern. Funkmasterflex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Porsche Will Target Ferrari Buyers With New Model
Porsche is planning to develop a sports car that would compete directly with the more exclusive Ferrari brand. The people over at Porsche are irritated that the 911’s top price is still 500,000 euros less than the 918 Ferrari. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
