From Motor1 · Brian Potter · · 1m 10s
Porsche CEO Says Gas Macan Returns, 911 Stays Non-Electric
Porsche's new CEO confirms a 2028 gas Macan revival while keeping the 911 non-electric, balancing EV and petrol models.
In brief
Porsche's new CEO confirms a 2028 gas Macan revival while keeping the 911 non-electric, balancing EV and petrol models. Porsche will reintroduce a gasoline-powered Macan for 2028 but no electric 911, maintaining a mixed fuel strategy. Originally reported by Motor1.
Porsche CEO's Strategy
Porsche's CEO Michael Leiters says the company isn't anti-electric but won't abandon gasoline, aiming for a balanced electric and combustion lineup.
“I think that's unfair”
Gas Macan Returns in 2028
Porsche will reintroduce a petrol-powered Macan for 2028, years after the electric version was discontinued.
911 Stays Non-Electric
Porsche confirms no electric version of the 911 will be made, continuing its long-standing position.
Electric Macan Sales Drop
Electric Macan sales dropped 40 percent year on year in the first half, with Chinese deliveries falling 32 percent.
Porsche Cuts Jobs and Subsidiaries
Porsche plans to cut 9,000 jobs by 2035 and shut down electric-bike, battery, and software subsidiaries to focus on core business.
Volkswagen Group Technology for EVs
Porsche will use Volkswagen Group technology to develop the electric 718 without overextending its engineering budget.
What matters most
Porsche will reintroduce a gasoline-powered Macan for 2028 but no electric 911, maintaining a mixed fuel strategy.
