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9WERKS Awards 2026 is GO… with Porsche design legend Grant Larson!

Andy Brookes, Lee Sibley Season 15 Episode 181

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What does it take to design a legend? In this very special episode of 9WERKS Radio, we are joined by a true titan of Weissach and our 2026 Awards Guest of Honour: Grant Larson.

Having officially retired at the start of 2026 after 36 years at Porsche, Grant joins Lee and Andy to reflect on a career that saved the company and defined the dreams of generations. From the original 986 Boxster Concept that rescued Porsche in the 90s to the poster-child Carrera GT and the "return to form" 997, Grant shares the behind-the-scenes stories from the design studio.

The 2026 9WERKS Awards: Alongside Grant, we officially introduce the 2026 9WERKS Awards. We celebrate the cars, the specialists, and the community members who have defined the "Driven Not Hidden" philosophy over the last twelve months. Who will DNHC members reard for excellence in 2026?

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 36 Years at Weissach: Grant Larson on his journey from the 989 to the 992 Sport Classic.
  • The Boxster Revolution: How the 1993 Detroit show car changed everything.
  • 2026 Awards Reveal: A full breakdown of this year's Awards categories and why they represent the best of the Porsche world.

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