Wagon fever long ago caught on in Europe, but the fervor may be set to reach new heights. Porsche and McLaren are reportedly working on new long-roof versions of their Panamera and MP4-12C models, both evidently inspired by the new Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake. Autobild reports Porsche may pull the wraps off a new wagon version of the Panamera at the Paris Motor Show this October. We’re a little confused by the move, as the current model already offers plenty of cargo capacity and rear seat room, but we suppose that hasn’t stopped manufacturers from spinning off multiple load-lugging bodystyles from the same model before. Autobild says a production version of the Panamera Shooting Brake could bow with the next-generation of the four-door in 2015, depending on how well the CLS Shooting Brake sells. Funk Flex
(Video) Robin Thicke Smashes Porsche Into Parked Car
Robin Thicke isn’t too happy right about now. According to the singer, another car cut him off as he was leaving Chateau Marmont in L.A. last night, forcing him to swerve his black convertible Porsche into a parked car. In the video below, you can see his car sustained quite a bit of damage. The car he hit was also towed. Luckily, no one was hurt and no one is expected to have any trouble with police on this one. Just a hike in insurance rates! I know all too much about that! Marisa Mendez
Auto Talk: Volkswagen Finally, Really, Taking Over Porsche
After several snags, fits, stops and starts, and even a temporary fear by executives the deal might not get done, German automaker Volkswagen is all set to close the deal to acquire Porsche. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: Volkswagen Agrees To Acquire Remaining Porsche Stake For $5.6 Billion
Volkswagen AG agreed to buy the 50.1 percent stake in the Porsche SE automotive business that it doesn’t already own for $5.6 billion (4.46 billion euros) and fully fold the sports-car maker into VW’s stable of auto brands. Click below to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: Porsche’s Leipzig plant celebrates 500,000 units, gets ready for Macan
Porsche has marked an important milestone at its Leipzig plant: The manufacturing facility has officially cranked out its 500,000th vehicle. Matthias Muller, Porsche president and CEO, gave a specially outfitted Cayenne to the city of Leipzig as a token of the company’s appreciation for giving the manufacturer a home in the area. Porsche converted the luxury SUV into a fire department vehicle for the city, complete with an appropriate livery and light bar. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S
It’s been less than a year since Porsche released its latest iteration of the iconic 911 range, and along with it the more powerful Carrera S model. And already the German automaker is offering an upgrade. Funk Flex
