Porsche To Let This Iconic Model Roar On As Last Combustion Model In Bold 2030 Electric Vision

Luxury automaker Porsche has unveiled its plan to electrify its car lineup but will leave one iconic gas-powered product untouched.

What Happened: The German automaker set a bold target of having electric vehicles (EVs) account for 80% of its sales by 2030, according to a Reuters report.

However, the company’s beloved 911 will remain the last model powered by an internal-combustion engine.

“Our strategy in the first place is switching to electric mobility and … we will produce the 911 as long as possible with a combustion engine,” Porsche e-fuels team leader Karl Dums said, as per the report.

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Why It Matters: While Porsche focuses on transitioning its compact SUV Macan, 718 sports car, and Cayenne to electric power, it emphasizes a commitment to producing the 911 with a combustion engine for as long as possible.

Porsche’s investment in e-fuels, derived from captured carbon dioxide and renewably produced hydrogen, aims to address sustainability concerns. The company believes e-fuels offer a carbon-neutral solution for the future.

The Porsche 911 boasts an enduring design, retaining its iconic silhouette and rear-engine layout since its inception in 1964. This consistency and evolution have made it one of the most recognizable and beloved sports cars. Additionally, the 911 has a strong motorsport heritage, achieving numerous victories in prestigious racing events, solidifying its reputation as a high-performance sports car with widespread appeal.

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