The head of the GT division at Porsche, Andreas Preuninger, is an enthusiast determined to keep the manual transmission tradition alive in its sports cars.
In an interview with Hagerty, Preuninger emphasized the importance of offering this option to the brand’s fans, especially considering that half of the GT3s sold in the US are equipped with a manual gearbox.
To meet the expectations of purists and showcase the potential of the new GT3 launched this year, Andreas Preuninger revealed ambitious plans to set a manual car record at Nürburgring.
He expressed his excitement about exceeding expectations and proving that it is possible to achieve impressive times with a car equipped with a manual transmission.
So far, Porsche has used a car with an automatic PDK transmission to set its records at Nürburgring with the GT3. However,
Preuninger is confident that the new GT3 with a manual gearbox can surpass these records and show the world that fun and performance go hand in hand.
Porsche 911 GT3. Instagram @Porsche
The Nürburgring opens its doors for the 2025 season on March 8.
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