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Porsche makes innovation happen, and the company's manufacturers have worked day and night advancing technology and increasing driving dynamics. Hybrids are evolving due to Porsche’s electric drive technology. By combining combustion engines and electric motors, a more energy-efficient hybrid has been created. Dr. Stefan Weckbach, head of the BEV model series, said, “This is the best example of how plug-in hybrid drives hugely increase driving dynamics and driving pleasure with the additional power and increased torque of the electric motor.” The electric drive technology maintains Porsche's company principle of “high performance, low consumption.” The average electric car takes 14 hours to fully charge, giving a driving range of just 68 miles. Porsche has been able to create a charger and a hybrid that gives off enough power to charge the electric vehicle fully in under 30 minutes, giving it a driving range of 288 miles. Porsche's growing technology does not end there. The manufacturers are looking to go above and beyond. Simon Hess, specialist for mobility concepts and charging infrastructure, added, “In the future, charging should be fast, convenient, safe, CO2-neutral, and at optimal cost.” This is the goal of Porsche's future innovation. Take one of the latest Porsche models for a test drive at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of North Houston. {Blog Post by Kayla Duclos}

Of the many desirable features of the second-generation Panamera, one of the best sounding items is the vehicle’s 3D audio experience. Created exclusively for Porsche’s new model by Burmester, the speaker system is high-end, producing sounds that are crisp and smooth with a total output of 1,455 watts. According to Porsche, “With the development of the new Panamera, the aim was to further improve the benchmark-setting performance delivered by the Burmester sound system. More specifically, enhancing the emotional experience was the objective. To do this, state-of-the-art audio technologies were used, including powerful and highly efficient class-D amplifiers, intelligent algorithms to improve sound quality and the latest developments in Auro 3D processing. With these advantages, for the very first time the system in the new Panamera delivers a playback experience based on the best concert halls in the world.” We can’t wait to hear the new Burmester speakers in action when the second-generation Panamera arrives in the United States! To learn more about the new Panamera or to test drive a Porsche, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of North Houston.

Just a few days ago, we praised Porsche for the company’s financial success in the first half of 2016, due in part to the release of the 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman models. That fiscal victory would not be possible without the manufacturer’s ability to impress and please drivers. Just yesterday, Porsche ranked number-one in JD Power and Associates’ 2016 US Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. The benchmark test has been in use by JD Power and Associates for 21 years, and it measures automobile owners’ emotional attachment and level of excitement based on “ 77 attributes, ranging from the power they feel when they step on the gas to the sense of comfort and luxury they feel when climbing into the driver’s seat.” JD Power and Associates’ APEAL study found that consumers are much more highly satisfied with vehicles that provide enhanced safety features, such as blind-spot monitoring and collision avoidance. Vice President of JD Power’s US Automotive Quality division, Renee Stephens, described, “Technology-enabled safety features help drivers feel more comfortable and confident while driving their vehicles. These features are also ‘gateway technologies’ to autonomous driving capabilities, so the continued level of consumer interest in them will be a critical metric to watch as the industry evolves toward including more automation in new vehicles.” Porsche proudly claims many of these special safety features in addition to other appealing attributes, like the launch of new vehicles, a smooth transition, and top-notch technology. These accolades led Porsche to the number-one rank in JD Powers and Associates’ APEAL study with an overall score of 877 index points (on a 1,000-point scale). The powerful luxury car manufacturer has held this honor for 12 consecutive years and is proud to present a lineup of cars that continually excite and amaze drivers. JD Power and Associates also recognized three Porsche models at the tops of their categories. The 911 ranked highest in the Midsize Premium Sporty Car Segment, improving by 20 points; the Boxster won the Compact Premium Sporty Car Segment, up by 17 points; and the Macan took the stage in the Compact Premium SUV Segment for the second year in a row. BRAVO to Porsche for this amazing recognition in JD Power and Associates’ APEAL Study. indiGO Auto Group is proud to represent such a remarkable luxury brand in three of our markets— Houston, St. Louis, and Rancho Mirage. To test drive a new Porsche, stop by Porsche of North Houston today.

Porsche has experienced steady growth in the first half of this year, a success attributed to the release of the 718 Boxster and Cayman models. Compared to last year, sales in the United States have increased by 6%, while sales in China have grown by 4%. The luxury car manufacturer delivered over 6,000 new Caymans and nearly 7,000 new Boxsters internationally, and both cars were met by consumers with unparalleled popularity. This year, Porsche has delivered 117,963 new vehicles worldwide, up 3% from deliveries mid-year in 2015. We’re looking forward to seeing the continued growth of Porsche as they launch the new Panamera in the near future. To test drive a Porsche, visit indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of North Houston.

Todd Blue, Chairman and CEO of Houston-based indiGO Auto Group with award-winning dealerships in Houston, Texas, Rancho Mirage, California, and St. Louis, Missouri, is pleased to announce that Porsche of North Houston has been named one of Automotive News’ Best Dealerships to Work For™ in 2016. This is the second consecutive year that Porsche of North Houston has been recognized on this prestigious list. Now in its fifth year, the Best Dealerships to Work For™ program recognizes the top 100 employers in the retail automobile industry throughout the United States and Canada. Automotive News will announce the complete ranking of all the dealerships in October 2016. Mr. Blue said, "At the indiGO Auto Group, we’ve built a culture which invites our team to participate with ownership in community, creative customer engagement, company conversations, and creative ways to motivate one other. We spend as much, or more, time in the workplace as we do in our homes; it is important to make the indiGO environment stimulating and inspiring. We feel strongly that we have some of the best team members in the industry, so we aim to provide them with a work experience that resembles family; in this case we are the indiGO family.” The 100 dealerships were selected by Best Companies Group, which screened extensive surveys filled out by nearly 70,000 employees of U.S. and Canadian stores that applied for the distinction. Earlier this year Porsche of North Houston employees completed a detailed “Employee Engagement & Satisfaction” survey earlier this year that focused on 8 Core Focus Areas: Leadership and Planning, Corporate Culture and Communications, Role Satisfaction, Work Environment, Relationship with Supervisor, Training, Development and Resources, Pay and Benefits, and Overall Engagement. indiGO Auto Group is so grateful for our loyal and diligently working employees in the Houston area. We’re proud to create an award-winning work environment for our team. For more information about indiGO Auto Group, visit indigoautogroup.com.

Last week—on Tuesday, June 28 th — Porsche revealed the 2017 Panamera at a world premier event in Berlin, Germany. The event included 300 members of the press as well as guests from the entertainment, business, and sports industries. The 2017 Panamera has been completely reimagined, and Porsche was more than excited to show it off. Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG said, “We have tapped into the segment of luxury sport sedans with the Panamera. Since it launched in 2009, over 150,000 units of the Panamera have been sold. The new model represents a completely redeveloped automobile—with new engines, a new design, and new technologies. Furthermore, we are now manufacturing the second generation of the vehicle entirely at our Leipzig production site. To this end, we have invested a sum of 500 million Euros, which includes a completely new body manufacturing facility.” Some of the new Panamera features include: Twin-Turbo Engines Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission 550hp Panamera Turbo Engine or 440hp Panamera 4S Engine All-Wheel Drive Three-Chamber Air Suspension Rear Axle Steering Electronic 4D Chassis Control Porsche Advanced Cockpit Porsche Communication Management Porsche Connect To learn more about the 2017 Porsche Panamera, stop by indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of North Houston.

The 718 Cayman is Porsche’s sharp, speedy two-door coupe. Take a peek at the special features of this new model. A Two-Liter Engine More Horsepower than Previous Models Up to 380 Nm Torque (Between 1,950 and 4,500 RPM) Top Speeds of 177 MPH Outstanding Agility Improved Lateral Rigidity and Wheel Tracking Stronger Brake System A Masculine, Muscular Appearance LED Daytime Running Lights A Sport Steering Wheel Porsche Communication Management as a Standard Feature 150-Watt Sound Package This model is important to the Porsche brand because it marks the first of many two-door coupes to be manufactured at the company’s headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany. Previously, the brand’s two-door sports cars have been assembled at the Volkswagen facility in Osnabrück, Germany. Albrecht Reimold, Executive Board Member for Production and Logistics for Porsche AG, described, “The production launch of the Cayman successor models was executed to our full satisfaction… handled this production launch impeccably. This is further proof that our employees work with perfection and passion on a daily basis to enable a very special Porsche experience for our customers.” The company is excited to bring another leg of production back to its headquarters, and it expects to produce 240 vehicles per day by August. The new 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S can be ordered now, and they will arrive on the European market in September 2016 and on the American market several months later. Learn more about the new 718 Cayman here and find it at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of North Houston.

All of us at Porsche of North Houston were delighted to have Steve Krysil and Dave Kurtz from Porsche Cars of North America join us to celebrate our Porsche Premier Dealer Award on Wednesday, May 25. Our entire team celebrated the recognition with a lovely dinner at local Houston hot spot Da Marco Cucina E Vino. The Porsche Premier Dealer program identifies 25 top Porsche dealers in North America each year. Porsche North Houston is currently the only dealer in Houston to hold this prestigious title. This is the fourth time we’ve earned the award since becoming an indiGO Auto Group dealership in 2010.

We are thrilled to share Porsche of North Houston has been named a 2016 Porsche Premier Dealer. The Porsche Premier Dealer program identifies 25 top Porsche dealers in North America each year. We are currently the only dealer in Houston to hold this prestigious title and have earned it four times since indiGO Auto Group purchased the dealership in 2010. The Porsche Premier Dealer designation recognizes and rewards those Porsche Dealerships that best embrace the Porsche Business Model – achieving the highest performance among their peers in Brand utilization, product representation and the development of key Porsche business drivers; and in doing so, succeed as independent entrepreneurs who routinely exceed the expectations of their Porsche customers. indiGO Auto Group’s Chairman and CEO, Todd Blue said, “It is an honor to again be named one of the most highly regarded Porsche dealerships in North America. We are committed to exceeding expectations by celebrating Porsche’s heritage and providing “white glove” service as a standard to each and every customer.” The Porsche of North Houston team has over 120 years of combined Porsche expertise. The award-winning Porsche dealership offers the finest classic, collectible and vintage Porsche vehicles for sale in addition to new Porsche sports cars. Our dealership was also recently recognized as one of Automotive News’ Top 100 “Best Dealerships to Work For” in the United States and Canada in 2015. BRAVO to the entire Porsche of North Houston team our fourth Porsche Premier Dealer recognition.  Visit us today at 18111 N. Freeway.