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[[Porsche]] has joined other automakers and announced plans to build a [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] version of its Cayenne [[SUV]]. Production of the Cayenne [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] will combine a gasoline engine with electric traction motor(s). Rumors that Porsche have discussed partnering with [[Volkswagen]] to build the powertrain are unconfirmed. This would not be surprising though as the Cayenne has a sibling in the [[Volkswagen Touareg]]. The two companies have a long and friendly history with Porsche family and board members currently moving to increase their stake of [[Volkswagen]] ownership. | [[Porsche]] has joined other automakers and announced plans to build a [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] version of its Cayenne [[SUV]]. Production of the Cayenne [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] will combine a gasoline engine with electric traction motor(s). Rumors that Porsche have discussed partnering with [[Volkswagen]] to build the powertrain are unconfirmed. This would not be surprising though as the Cayenne has a sibling in the [[Volkswagen Touareg]]. The two companies have a long and friendly history with Porsche family and board members currently moving to increase their stake of [[Volkswagen]] ownership. The former head of [[Volkswagen|Volkswagen Group]], [[Ferdinand Piëch|Dr. Piëch]] owns a significant share of Porsche, roughly 13% and happens to be grandson of [[Ferdinand Porsche]]. | ||
The launch date is expected before the end of 2009. | The launch date is expected before the end of 2009. | ||
Revision as of 15:35, 21 July 2006
Porsche has joined other automakers and announced plans to build a Hybrid version of its Cayenne SUV. Production of the Cayenne Hybrid will combine a gasoline engine with electric traction motor(s). Rumors that Porsche have discussed partnering with Volkswagen to build the powertrain are unconfirmed. This would not be surprising though as the Cayenne has a sibling in the Volkswagen Touareg. The two companies have a long and friendly history with Porsche family and board members currently moving to increase their stake of Volkswagen ownership. The former head of Volkswagen Group, Dr. Piëch owns a significant share of Porsche, roughly 13% and happens to be grandson of Ferdinand Porsche.
The launch date is expected before the end of 2009.
