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Porsche Cuts Production Amid Sales DeclineStarting May 22, Porsche’s Zuffenhausen plant will halt production for several days to align output with weakened demand and perform maintenance.
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- Porsche is scaling back manufacturing at its Zuffenhausen plant due to significant sales drops, especially in China and the electric vehicle sector.
- Production shutdowns are scheduled from May 22 and during the week after Pentecost to prevent excess inventory and allow maintenance work.
- Sales fell by 12.7% in 2025 compared to the record year 2023, with a further 15% decline in the first quarter of 2026.
- New CEO Michael Leiters aims to increase efficiency by adjusting administrative staff levels to reflect the reduced business volume.
We adjust our production to the order situation; as a result, fluctuations are to be expected.— Porsche spokesperson; in connection with the planned shutdown days at Zuffenhausen
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- Porsche is reducing manufacturing days in May at its Zuffenhausen facility due to economic challenges.
- Sales decreased by 12.7% in 2024 compared to 2023, with a further 15% drop in the first quarter.
- The Taycan electric sports car faces weak demand amid market struggles and Chinese competition, while the 911 set new records.
- CEO Michael Leiters aims to enhance efficiency and adjust staffing levels to align with reduced business volume.
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