Porsche began as an engineering consultancy, contributing to major projects like the Volkswagen Beetle and German WWII tanks. After the war, the company shifted to building its own high-performance sports cars, starting with the 356. Porsche gained racing fame with the 550 Spyder and cemented its legacy with the iconic 911, designed by Ferdinand Porsche's grandson. Known for its distinctive air-cooled rear-engine layout, Porsche remains a top motorsports brand and holds the record for most wins at Le Mans.