From The Drive · Adam Ismail · · 50s
Porsche Mission S Manual Transmission Debate
Porsche CEO says customer demand will define Mission S transmission options.
In brief
Porsche CEO says customer demand will define Mission S transmission options. Porsche CEO Michael Leiters stated customer demand will determine Mission S transmission options, with a height-adjustable shifter indicating manual use is expected. Originally reported by The Drive.
Porsche Mission S Transmission
Porsche CEO Michael Leiters said customer demand will define what they build on the Mission S platform.
“Customer demand will define what we build on this platform”
Height Adjustable Shifter
The shifter is height adjustable, suggesting drivers will interact with it regularly.
“It’s also worth highlighting that the shifter is height adjustable”
Lexus Supply Shortage
Lexus will redirect 35,000 vehicles from overseas to U.S. markets to address supply issues.
“the company will redirect 35,000 vehicles planned for overseas markets to the U.S.”
Lexus GR GT Availability
About 100 Lexus retailers will carry the GR GT in late 2027, with Century sales delayed to end of 2028.
“about 100 Lexus retailers will begin carrying the GR GT in late 2027”
The big picture
Porsche CEO Michael Leiters stated customer demand will determine Mission S transmission options, with a height-adjustable shifter indicating manual use is expected.
