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Porsche Owners in Russia Unable to Start Cars After System Failure

7 days ago
  • #Porsche
  • #Journalism
  • #Russia
  • Hundreds of Porsche vehicles in Russia became undriveable due to a satellite security system failure.
  • Drivers reported sudden engine shutdowns and fuel-delivery blockages, immobilizing their cars.
  • The issue affects all Porsche models and may be linked to the Vehicle Tracking System (VTS).
  • Some drivers restored functionality by disabling or rebooting the VTS or disconnecting car batteries.
  • Porsche halted operations in Russia after the Ukraine invasion but retains subsidiaries there.
  • The Moscow Times faces legal challenges in Russia, labeled 'undesirable' and 'foreign agent.'
  • The publication seeks reader support to continue independent journalism amid government repression.