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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
YouTube star has £30k Porsche stolen by crooks who used it as battering ram in brazen petrol station raid
A LUXURY Porsche was used as a battering ram by crooks in a brazen raid on a petrol station - just minutes after it was stolen from an MOT centre. The SUV, which belongs to used car dealer Joe Betty - known for his YouTube channel 3 YouTube star Joe Betty, known for his channel Shifting Metal, had his Porsche Cayenne stolen from an MOT centre Credit: YouTube 3 The luxury SUV was used by crooks as a battering ram in a raid on a petrol station Credit: YouTube 3 A gang of men were filmed on CCTV breaking into a garage and taking off with the Cayenne Credit: YouTube According to Both cars were then driven to an Asda petrol station, where they were used as battering rams in an attempt to get inside. The Porsche, a high-end, V8 S Tiptronic S model from 2015 that's typically priced between £15,000 to £30,000, was purchased by Betty just days before the incident. He'd even lined up a buyer for it and had taken a deposit when he'd sent it for an MOT test. Read more Motors News He said: 'I bought it from an auction on the Monday, we drove it back on the same day and incredibly it was one of those rare occasions in the motor trade where we'd taken a deposit and it was ready to go out when it was stolen on the Thursday night. 'We phoned the customer that morning, just letting them know. 'They are still trying to buy another car from us but it's finding the right car for them now, because it was a very nice spec model and had all the right things they wanted. 'I haven't seen it as it's currently at a recovery yard and I'm waiting to see what happens with the MOT centre and insurance. Most read in Motors 'From what I could see [at the petrol station], it looked like it had lost engine oil. "Some rumours I'd heard from a couple of different places was that it was left running. Watch moment car thief boy, 9, sneaks into uninsured £135k PORSCHE to go on daring joyride - but it doesn't end well 'If that's the case then the engine will be no good anymore. 'The back end of the car I haven't seen unfortunately, because the last time I saw it had an Asda Express parked on it but I can't imagine it's great. 'I think it would probably be salvageable if it weren't for the engine. It would certainly be thousands of pounds of work, I would guess.' The damage occurred when the crooks reversed the Porsche into the main entrance of the store, before seemingly getting it stuck on a metal pillar. Meanwhile, the Ford was smashed into a smaller unit outside the store. The group later escaped the scene in a getaway vehicle which was on false plates. According to Betty, police took DNA evidence at the scene, but he doubts the gang will be found. He added: 'I think in the motor trade you kind of just get used to these weird and wonderful problems that you have. 'I'm quite nonchalant about it at the moment but I imagine, as it drags on and is just trickling in the background, it get more upsetting. 'It has made us think about our own security, I guess. 'We've had someone try to steal a car from the forecourt before. They smashed the window of a Fiesta ST, but set the alarm off and ran away but that's about it, really. 'We've been quite lucky up until now, in a sense but this has definitely tipped the scale. 'The police are working on it, but other than perhaps getting some DNA, which they've taken swabs from the scene, I don't think they've got much to go on, because everyone was wearing masks and the getaway car was on cloned plates. 'The footage that we had of them cutting into the MOT centre, they were so nonchalant about it that I think this is not their first rodeo. 'They've done it before and I don't think there's much hope of conviction coming to be honest.' A spokesperson for Somerset and Avon Police said: ''At 3.44am on Friday 23 May we received a report of a group of men trying to force entry to a building off the A371 in Locking. 'Officers arrived five minutes later and found the group had left the area after damaging the building. 'Officers carried out a search of the area, supported by a specialist dog team, but no one was located. 'A black Porsche Cayenne and a grey Ford S-Max were found damaged at the scene. Both vehicles are believed to have been stolen during a burglary in Commerce Way, Highbridge earlier in the night. 'The group of men are believed to have left the area in a blue Audi Q5. They were wearing black clothing and balaclavas. 'Our investigation to identify them is ongoing. 'Anyone with information is asked to call 101, using the reference number 5225143650.'
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
YouTube star has £30k Porsche stolen by crooks who used it as battering ram in brazen petrol station raid
"It would certainly be thousands of pounds of work, I would guess" RAM RAID YouTube star has £30k Porsche stolen by crooks who used it as battering ram in brazen petrol station raid Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LUXURY Porsche was used as a battering ram by crooks in a brazen raid on a petrol station - just minutes after it was stolen from an MOT centre. The SUV, which belongs to used car dealer Joe Betty - known for his YouTube channel Shifting Metal - was stolen from a site in Highbridge, Somerset, and then used in a ram raid on a nearby Asda. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 YouTube star Joe Betty, known for his channel Shifting Metal, had his Porsche Cayenne stolen from an MOT centre Credit: YouTube 3 The luxury SUV was used by crooks as a battering ram in a raid on a petrol station Credit: YouTube 3 A gang of men were filmed on CCTV breaking into a garage and taking off with the Cayenne Credit: YouTube According to Car Dealer Mag, a group of men broke into the garage and took off with the Cayenne, as well as a Ford S-Max. Both cars were then driven to an Asda petrol station, where they were used as battering rams in an attempt to get inside. The Porsche, a high-end, V8 S Tiptronic S model from 2015 that's typically priced between £15,000 to £30,000, was purchased by Betty just days before the incident. He'd even lined up a buyer for it and had taken a deposit when he'd sent it for an MOT test. He said: 'I bought it from an auction on the Monday, we drove it back on the same day and incredibly it was one of those rare occasions in the motor trade where we'd taken a deposit and it was ready to go out when it was stolen on the Thursday night. 'We phoned the customer that morning, just letting them know. 'They are still trying to buy another car from us but it's finding the right car for them now, because it was a very nice spec model and had all the right things they wanted. 'I haven't seen it as it's currently at a recovery yard and I'm waiting to see what happens with the MOT centre and insurance. 'From what I could see [at the petrol station], it looked like it had lost engine oil. "Some rumours I'd heard from a couple of different places was that it was left running. Watch moment car thief boy, 9, sneaks into uninsured £135k PORSCHE to go on daring joyride - but it doesn't end well 'If that's the case then the engine will be no good anymore. 'The back end of the car I haven't seen unfortunately, because the last time I saw it had an Asda Express parked on it but I can't imagine it's great. 'I think it would probably be salvageable if it weren't for the engine. It would certainly be thousands of pounds of work, I would guess.' The damage occurred when the crooks reversed the Porsche into the main entrance of the store, before seemingly getting it stuck on a metal pillar. Meanwhile, the Ford was smashed into a smaller unit outside the store. The group later escaped the scene in a getaway vehicle which was on false plates. According to Betty, police took DNA evidence at the scene, but he doubts the gang will be found. He added: 'I think in the motor trade you kind of just get used to these weird and wonderful problems that you have. 'I'm quite nonchalant about it at the moment but I imagine, as it drags on and is just trickling in the background, it get more upsetting. 'It has made us think about our own security, I guess. 'We've had someone try to steal a car from the forecourt before. They smashed the window of a Fiesta ST, but set the alarm off and ran away but that's about it, really. 'We've been quite lucky up until now, in a sense but this has definitely tipped the scale. 'The police are working on it, but other than perhaps getting some DNA, which they've taken swabs from the scene, I don't think they've got much to go on, because everyone was wearing masks and the getaway car was on cloned plates. 'The footage that we had of them cutting into the MOT centre, they were so nonchalant about it that I think this is not their first rodeo. 'They've done it before and I don't think there's much hope of conviction coming to be honest.' A spokesperson for Somerset and Avon Police said: ''At 3.44am on Friday 23 May we received a report of a group of men trying to force entry to a building off the A371 in Locking. 'Officers arrived five minutes later and found the group had left the area after damaging the building. 'Officers carried out a search of the area, supported by a specialist dog team, but no one was located. 'A black Porsche Cayenne and a grey Ford S-Max were found damaged at the scene. Both vehicles are believed to have been stolen during a burglary in Commerce Way, Highbridge earlier in the night. 'The group of men are believed to have left the area in a blue Audi Q5. They were wearing black clothing and balaclavas. 'Our investigation to identify them is ongoing. 'Anyone with information is asked to call 101, using the reference number 5225143650.'
7NEWS
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Porsche confirms expanded petrol and hybrid model range, job cuts
At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will 'expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems'. Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because 'the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably'. In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was 'examining a new model series' for its SUV range, which will debut 'towards the end of the decade', and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. On top of this, Mr Blume reiterated Porsche's plan to continue developing and selling the petrol and hybrid versions of the Cayenne crossover and Panamera sedan. These models will continue to be sold 'well into the 2030s'. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have 'literally collapsed', and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as 'trade conflicts and unstable supply chains'. To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year.
Perth Now
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Porsche confirms expanded petrol and hybrid model range, job cuts
At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will 'expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems'. Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because 'the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably'. In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was 'examining a new model series' for its SUV range, which will debut 'towards the end of the decade', and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. On top of this, Mr Blume reiterated Porsche's plan to continue developing and selling the petrol and hybrid versions of the Cayenne crossover and Panamera sedan. These models will continue to be sold 'well into the 2030s'. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have 'literally collapsed', and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as 'trade conflicts and unstable supply chains'. To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year. MORE: Everything Porsche
The Advertiser
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Porsche confirms expanded petrol and hybrid model range, job cuts
At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will "expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems". Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because "the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably". In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was "examining a new model series" for its SUV range, which will debut "towards the end of the decade", and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have "literally collapsed", and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as "trade conflicts and unstable supply chains". To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year. MORE: Everything Porsche Content originally sourced from: At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will "expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems". Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because "the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably". In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was "examining a new model series" for its SUV range, which will debut "towards the end of the decade", and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have "literally collapsed", and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as "trade conflicts and unstable supply chains". To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year. MORE: Everything Porsche Content originally sourced from: At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will "expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems". Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because "the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably". In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was "examining a new model series" for its SUV range, which will debut "towards the end of the decade", and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have "literally collapsed", and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as "trade conflicts and unstable supply chains". To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year. MORE: Everything Porsche Content originally sourced from: At the company's annual general meeting (AGM) this week, Porsche confirmed it will "expand its product portfolio to include additional models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid-drive systems". Under the previous model plan, Porsche was essentially going to be an electric vehicle (EV) only manufacturer by 2030 with the exception of the 911 line, which constitutes about 20 per cent of the company's sales. That idea is now being officially cast aside and the famed German performance car maker will instead continue to develop its existing internal combustion engine (ICE) models, while also forging ahead with its planned EVs. In his opening remarks to the AGM, CEO Oliver Blume said the change of tack was because "the ramp-up of electromobility has slowed considerably". In 2024, EVs accounted for 26 per cent of all Porsches sold, up from 13 per cent the year before. A further 12 per cent of 2024's sales came from plug-in hybrid models, up from 12 per cent in 2023. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Porsche CEO also revealed the company was "examining a new model series" for its SUV range, which will debut "towards the end of the decade", and will be powered by internal combustion and hybrid drivetrains. It's known the company is developing a large flagship SUV to be positioned above the Cayenne. Reports also indicate Porsche is developing a second-generation petrol-powered Macan to be sold alongside the new EV version. This Macan will reportedly be based on the Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and be a close relation to the third-generation Audi Q5. Over on the EV side of the ledger, Porsche is developing an electric Cayenne, as well as an EV replacement for the 718 Boxster convertible and 718 Cayman coupe. Developing more models than it initially planned isn't Porsche's only stress point. According to Mr Blume, the company's sales in China have "literally collapsed", and there are new and uncertain tariff barriers being erected in the US, as well as "trade conflicts and unstable supply chains". To mitigate these financial impacts, the company will cut 3900 jobs by 2029, mostly through attrition and allowing contracts to expire. There will be cuts elsewhere, too, to ensure Porsche remains profitable even if only 250,000 vehicles are sold per year – in 2024 Porsche sold 311,000 cars worldwide. Porsche estimates that increased development costs, global uncertainty, and restructuring will cost it €1.3 billion this year. Despite the confluence of unfortunate events, Porsche remains profitable, just less so than before, with the company turning a profit of €5.6 billion (A$9.9 billion) last year. MORE: Everything Porsche Content originally sourced from:
