Porsche is already selling lots more electric Macans than gas ones
Porsche released its sales numbers for the first half of 2025 today, and the brand is doing impressively well at EV sales.
Porsche’s 1H sales numbers are a mixed bag, with an overall worldwide sales decline of 6% year over year. But they also include a huge increase in the proportion of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug in hybrids (PHEVs), with the brand selling a total of 36.1% plug-in models across the world – meaning EVs helped to keep the company afloat as combustion car sales dropped quite a lot.
Porsche sold more BEVs than PHEVs, with a 23.5% BEV share and 12.6% PHEV share. This represents a 14.5% increase from the previous year’s results – a big rise in EV sales alongside a drop in gas model sales (hm, where have we heard that before?).
Porsche’s strong electric performance is all the more impressive given that the brand only has two electric models so far – the Taycan and the Macan EV.
Taycan sales were down 6% year over year, which isn’t too unexpected given the model’s age at this point. Porsche has come out with new variants of the Taycan, but those are high-end ultra-performance models, which don’t generally make up the meat of any particular model’s sales numbers.
The big growth in Porsche’s EV sales came from the new electric Macan, which is going gangbusters soon after its release.
Macan is Porsche’s best-selling model, and sales were up 15% for the model overall. That number was buoyed by massive interest in the EV version, which accounted for “almost 60%” (actually 57%) of Porsche’s Macan sales – meaning the EV model sold ~134% as many units as the gas model. Totals were 25,884 for the EV, and 19,253 for combustion models.
Part of the reason for this is because Europe no longer sells the ICE Macan, but outside of Europe, it’s still available, and the EV is still popular (as far as we know, the EV isn’t quite a majority of Macan sales in the US, but it’s close to the gas model, and that’s still much higher than the national ~10% EV share, which the US is an international laggard at)
“The fully electric Macan is making a significant contribution to our proportion of electrified cars. Overall, we have succeeded in keeping sales volumes stable and balanced across the sales regions despite ongoing geopolitical challenges. Our customers continue to place great value on individualised vehicles and we will continue to expand our offerings in this area.”
-Matthias Becker, Board Member for Sales and Marketing, Porsche
We can expect, or at least hope for, similar strong EV sales performance from upcoming Porsche electric models. The next one to release will be the Cayenne EV, which we’ve seen recently setting a hillclimb record and towing lots of stuff in disguise. We expect a full release of that model within the next year.
Porsche also has both the Boxster and Cayman EVs in the pipeline for the future. The only model we’ve not yet heard real plans to electrify is the 911 (c’mon Porsche, why would you wait so long to upgrade your best model? isn’t it embarrassing to see a Macan beating a 911 off the line?)
Across regions, sales were down in Germany (primarily due to strong year-ago performance, says Porsche), China, and the rest of Europe, and up in North America and “rest of the world.” China is of particular note, where Porsche sales dropped 28%, the largest global decrease.
Western automakers have been having a really tough time in China, due to the strength of domestic competition and rapid rise in EV sales percentage there, which caught them by surprise. You can expect more of that to come as Chinese automakers will only get better, particularly as Western governments and automakers (yes, including you, Porsche) unwisely pull back on EV goals, leaving room for China to step up and become more prominent globally.
Electrek’s Take
I reviewed the Macan EV earlier this year and came away thinking that Porsche is great at making cars, but that it could still use some tweaking of its EV strategy. The car didn’t really feel like Porsche was “all-in” on EVs, and wasn’t utilizing the unique advantages of EVs to make a car that was fully focused on being electric, even though the bones of the model show the typical excellent driving dynamics that you would expect out of a Porsche.
So these numbers either show that I’m wrong about EV strategy, or show just how superior electric powertrains can be. Because even though I think there were some missteps in the design of Porsche’s electric model, it’s still just so much better than the gas model.
And, thankfully, the public and Porsche’s dealers seem to get it too. A lot of brands have a tough time selling EVs, often because their dealers refuse to. Porsche’s dealers seem to get it a lot more than a lot of companies, which is a credit to them and to Porsche as a whole for educating them properly about the strengths of their electric models.
So we’re looking forward to seeing how sales go with those future EV models… particularly the eventual and inevitable 911 (I recently drove an EV restomod 911, and it was maybe the best driving experience I’ve ever had in a car, so c’mon Porsche, if Everrati can do it then I know you can).
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Porsche is rolling out three new Taycan Black Edition models. The 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition brings more than just a sporty new look. All three are equipped with Porsche’s Performance Battery Plus, delivering more power and a longer driving range.
Meet the 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition
With the new electric Macan stealing the show, Porsche is introducing new Taycan variants for the 2026 model year.
Porsche has already introduced significant upgrades for the 2025 model year, adding more driving range, faster charging, higher performance, and a sleek new design.
The new Black Edition variants will be available for the 2026 Porsche Taycan, Taycan 4, and Taycan 4S models.
Featuring its SportDesign package, the new models include high-gloss black exterior accents on the window trims and mirrors.
Other standard design elements include a rear light strip with an illuminated, blacked-out Porsche logo. Inside, the new variants include Porsche’s black interior accent package, storage package, and black brushed illuminated door sill guards.
All three Black Edition models are equipped with the larger Performance Battery Plus, which is typically offered as an option.
With a gross energy capacity of 105 kWh, Porsche says the new variants offer a longer driving range and more power. The 2025 Taycan, with the Performance Battery Plus pack, offers an EPA-estimated range of 318 miles.
On the European WLTP scale, the 2025 Porsche Taycan with the Performance Plus battery is rated with up to 679 km (421 miles) range.
The new Black Edition models are loaded with added features. Highlights include Lane Change Assist, Surround View, including Active Parking Assist, 21″ wheels with center caps featuring the full-color Porsche crest, and HD-Matrix Design LED headlights. There are even puddle light projectors that show the Porsche logo when the doors open.
On the inside, the premium features continue. The Black Edition interior features 14-way comfort seats with a memory function, a Porsche crest on the headrests, and a BOSE Surround Sound System, including Dolby Atmos, to create an immersive sound experience.
You’ll also get Porsche Electric Sport Sound, a Storage package, and the Porsche crest stitched into the leather trim. To top it off, there’s an added “Black Edition” badge in the center console, exclusive to the new variants.
Although it’s called the Black Edition, you can choose from several different colors, such as Jet Black Metallic, Volcano Grey Metallic, Dolomite Silver Metallic, and Ice Grey Metallic, at no extra cost.
Porsche will reveal prices for the 2026 Taycan Black Edition models “in due course.” Deliveries in the US are expected to begin in Fall 2025.
What do you think of the new blacked-out Taycan variants? Do you dig it? Drop us a comment below and let us know your thoughts.
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Aventon is giving its popular fat tire e-bike a serious upgrade. The company just unveiled the Aventure M, a new mid-drive version of its best-selling Aventure model. With more torque, smarter shifting, and a boost in connectivity and control, Aventon says this is the “most advanced” bike it has ever produced.
The new Aventure M swaps out the rear hub motor for a 100 Nm mid-drive motor, offering more efficient power delivery and a more natural ride feel thanks to its double-sided torque sensor. And in case that 100 Nm doesn’t exactly place it for you, just know that we’re talking about more power (or more accurately, torque) than nearly any other e-bike in this class.
The Aventon A100 motor, which is rated at 750W and runs on a 36V system, takes full advantage of its Class 3 category with pedal assist speeds up to 28 mph (45 km/h) and a throttle top speed of 20 mph (32 km/h). The throttle is sold separately, probably as a nod to being even more compliant with California’s new stricter laws regarding Class 1 and Class 3 e-bikes, which can’t have mounted throttles.
Aventon also gives riders the option to set the bike to Class 1 or 2 limits using the companion app. We’ve always been pretty impressed with Aventon’s app, as it’s quite easy to use and makes it simple to control those types of modifications to the bike.
That app pairs with Aventon’s newly developed ACU (Aventon Control Unit), a custom IoT system that adds a wide range of smart features. Riders get GPS tracking, theft detection, geofencing, remote locking, and over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates. Aventon even built in a passcode-locked on-switch for added security, as well as a physical rear-wheel lock and alarm.
We’ve previously seen Aventon use that OTA update system to give its e-bike more power via a boost feature, so the company doesn’t appear shy about pushing out new features when they’re ready.
But it’s not just about motor placement and connectivity. The Aventure M introduces electronic shifting, powered by a 10-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain and paddle shifters. Riders can shift manually or let the system take over with Auto Shift, Aventon’s torque and cadence-sensing automatic shifting mode. A new Uphill Start Assist feature gives riders an extra torque boost when starting from a stop on steep grades –perfect for off-road adventures or fully loaded cargo rides.
As for range, Aventon claims up to 85 miles (137 km) from the removable 36V 20Ah (720 Wh) battery, which itself weighs around 8.7 lbs (3.9 kg). That figure is in the lowest power level, and real-world range will depend heavily on terrain and assist level, but riders can likely expect something in the 40–60 mile (65-100 km) ballpark under typical pedaling usage when enjoying moderately higher power levels, and a bit less if leaning hard into that optional throttle.
Rounding out the build are 4-inch wide fat tires, a suspension seatpost, and an 80 mm front suspension fork. The total weight of the bike is around 73 lbs (33 kg), which is actually surprisingly reasonable for a full-featured fat tire e-bike with a mid-drive, believe it or not. Hey, these are heavy bikes when you stuff all that power, range, and tech in there.
The price at launch is US $2,899, which places the Aventure M above the hub motor version of the company’s existing Aventure model but below some other mid-drive fat tire options on the market. Aventon is clearly positioning this as a higher-performance alternative that’s still (hopefully) accessible to the average rider. It’s available now online and through Aventon’s network of over 1,800 partner dealers across the U.S.
Electrek’s Take
It’s about time we saw a major direct-to-consumer brand bring a smart tech, mid-drive fat tire e-bike to market that doesn’t require taking out a second mortgage. The Aventure M feels like a natural progression for Aventon – taking what made the Aventure 2 so popular and layering on meaningful performance and tech upgrades. The mid-drive motor brings real climbing power and smoother pedal assist, and features like auto shifting and built-in GPS tracking give this bike some serious smart credentials.
Of course, at nearly $3,000, this isn’t exactly budget territory anymore. But considering the Aventure M includes high-end components, a full-fat-tire adventure build, and an impressive level of integration, it still looks like a solid value for someone who wants their e-bike to go above and beyond the basic level of componentry and features. If the real-world range holds up and the automatic shifting works smoothly, this could easily become a category leader for anyone wanting an all-terrain e-bike that feels as refined as it is rugged. Aventon of course didn’t reinvent the wheel here — they just made a smarter, better one. I look forward to getting on one soon for a review and letting you know what I think of the ride.
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