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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Khris Bharath – October 09, 2026

Porsche Reports Nine-Month 2026 Figures, With the 911 Remaining a Key Growth Driver

Porsche delivered 178,532 cars worldwide in the first nine months of 2026, down 16 percent from the same period last year, as declines across most of its range contrasted with continued growth for the 911. This decline was unchanged from the rate recorded at the half-year mark and follows a 10 percent drop in global deliveries in 2025, when Porsche sold 279,449 cars. Looking at the January-September numbers from last year, the 911, with the rollout of the 992.2 generation and T-Hybrid derivatives, was the only model line to grow, rising 12 percent to 42,217 deliveries. Porsche said the GTS, Turbo and GT derivatives accounted for a significant proportion of sales, highlighting continued demand for its higher-performance models. Every other model line declined for the same period. The 718 Boxster and Cayman fell 79 percent to 3,291 after production ended last October, while Macan deliveries dropped 21 percent to 51,025 as production of the combustion model ended this summer. The electric Macan accounted for 23,029 deliveries, or about 45 percent of the Macan total. As for its sports sedans, the Panamera fell 35 percent to 13,714, while Taycan deliveries declined 31 percent to 8,699. The Cayenne remains Porsche’s strongest model line at 59,586, down two percent, including 7,002 examples of the new all-electric Cayenne delivered since its summer launch. North America remains Porsche’s largest region with 56,088 deliveries, down 13 percent, whereas China recorded the steepest regional decline, falling 33 percent to 21,493 cars. The brand's home market of Germany declined seven percent, while Europe excluding Germany fell 11 percent. “Our customers are deliberately choosing the exclusive and most emotionally engaging versions of our sports cars. This further strengthens our unique position, enabling us to serve both the sporty premium and sporty luxury segments ” - Matthias Becker, Porsche’s board member for sales and marketing. The decline reflects a shift in the market for legacy automakers as brands like Porsche are contending with weaker luxury demand and increasingly strong domestic competition in markets like China, where deliveries have fallen sharply from their 2021 peak. In the U.S., the end of federal incentives for electric and hybrid vehicles has weighed on demand, while import tariffs introduced last year have added further pressure. Unlike some VW-Group models that are built in the United States, all Porsches continue to be manufactured and imported from Germany. These latest figures arrive just days after Porsche outlined its Sportwagenschmiede ‘35 strategy, which places greater emphasis on exclusive sports cars, higher-end derivatives and individualization. Porsche also confirmed development of a new mid-engine supercar platform positioned above the 911 and said it is restructuring the business to break even at annual volumes below 200,000 cars. View All Porsches for Sale Images: Porsche

By Khris Bharath – October 07, 2026

Porsche Teases 'Mission S' As It Confirms Mid-Engine Supercar Above the 911

Porsche has announced development of a mid-engine sports car platform that will underpin a new model line positioned above the 911, as the German marque expands into more exclusive, higher-margin segments. The announcement came at its Capital Markets Day in Weissach as part of a new strategy called Sportwagenschmiede '35, which roughly translates to a forge for sports cars. However, Porsche has not disclosed a name, powertrain, production timeline, or other technical details for this upcoming flagship, but it has offered a first glimpse of what comes next. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Porsche (@porsche) Porsche has teased the Mission S, which will provide a preview of its potential mid-engine super sports car platform when it is revealed on October 15. For now, the teaser offers little beyond a first look at the car, and Porsche has not confirmed whether the Mission S name will carry over to a production model. The Mission S name itself is notable because Porsche has a history of using "Mission" names for concepts, rather than necessarily carrying those names into production. The Mission E became the Taycan, while the Mission X was Porsche's 2023 electric hypercar concept. This announcement comes nine months after Michael Leiters took over as Porsche CEO. He previously led McLaren Automotive and served as Ferrari's chief technology officer, bringing extensive experience with mid-engine supercars. The Mission S also raises an intriguing prospect. More than a decade after the 918 Spyder joined the McLaren P1 and Ferrari LaFerrari in the original hybrid "Holy Trinity," McLaren and Ferrari now have the W1 and F80. Could this finally preview the missing link for a "Holy Trinity 2.0" and the long-awaited successor to the 918, Porsche's next halo exotic? While Porsche hasn’t revealed a powertrain or production timeline for the new supercar, we covered Porsche's W18 engine patent in October last year, and that filing is worth revisiting now, though Porsche has never connected the engine to this project, or indeed to any production model. The company is continuing to invest in combustion, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric technology, meaning the powertrain behind its new flagship remains an open question. Whatever eventually emerges will also be developed during a new era for Porsche design, with Tobias Suhlmann taking over from longtime design chief Michael Mauer. "The ultimate goal is to further strengthen our unique sports car brand, across all model lines and with new, highly desirable models in particularly high-margin segments" - Dr. Michael Leiters, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. Porsche's wider product plan includes the all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman, which are expected to support sales through their first full year of production in 2028. A new B-Segment SUV with combustion and plug-in hybrid powertrains is also planned and will be revealed in 2028, while Porsche is studying another SUV positioned above the Cayenne for the D-Segment. The company plans at least one brand-defining product launch annually through 2030. Porsche is also bringing its Performance, Exclusiveness and Heritage activities under a "Home of Sports Cars" umbrella. It will increase its stake in Manthey Racing to 67 percent, with plans to expand their joint offering from performance kits to few-off vehicle concepts. Porsche also aims to grow its Sonderwunsch business sixfold. Overall, this strategy is accompanied by a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining Porsche's operations and lowering its break-even point to fewer than 200,000 vehicles. Porsche has also sold its stakes in Rimac and Bugatti Rimac as it focuses resources on its core business. View All Porsches for Sale Images: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 10, 2026

Porsche Reports Q1 2026 Sales Results

The first quarter of 2026 has wrapped up, and for Porsche Cars North America, the quarter saw a decrease in sales by 12.5 percent compared to the first quarter of last year. However, Porsche says that the decline is due to the discontinuation of the ICE-powered Porsche 718 lineup and a reduced volume of BEVs Meanwhile, Porsche’s most iconic sports car, which doesn’t usually contribute the bulk of sales numbers for the brand despite being so celebrated, turned out to be a sales hero for the quarter. That is, of course, the 911, and its 3,826 sales during Q1 2026 represented an 83-percent surge in comparison to the first quarter of last year. Porsche says that the introduction of the new 992.2 911 Turbo S Coupe and Cabriolet models to the market contributed to the increase. The Macan, which rivals the Cayenne as Porsche’s most popular model, was the highest seller in Q1 2026 for PCNA, but the Cayenne Electric will be introduced to the North American market later this year, to be offered alongside the existing hybrid and ICE-powered Cayenne models. PCNA’s certified pre-owned sales of 11,749 cars also represented a 1-percent increase from the same quarter of last year. About the results, PCNA President and CEO Timo Resch says, “Despite market challenges and the expected impact due to the end of production for the 718, customers continue to choose Porsche. Their enthusiasm means a great deal to us, and I want to thank them for their trust in the brand. “I’m immensely proud of our teams across PCNA and in our Porsche Centers — their agility, focus and determination drove these results. Looking ahead, we are excited for the first deliveries of the new Cayenne Electric later this summer, enhancing the offering alongside the gas-powered and hybrid Cayenne models which remain available." As Porsche looks forward to the rest of 2026, the introduction of the Cayenne Electric is slated to make waves in its future results. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche Cars North America

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 28, 2026

Tobias Sühlmann Is Porsche's New Head Of Design

For over 20 years, Michael Mauer has been at the helm of Porsche's design. However, the 63-year-old is stepping down to make way for a new Head of Design at the celebrated manufacturer. That is Tobias Sühlmann, a 46-year-old designer who previously served as Chief Design Officer at McLaren since 2023. While Porsche’s legacy will be shaped by Sühlmann’s tenure, Michael Mauer’s impact and influence are lasting on the brand.’ Mauer’s time at Porsche started in 2004, and he was the fourth Head of Design for the brand, succeeding Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, Anatol Lapine, and Harm Lagaay. After studying automotive design at Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences and working for Mercedes-Benz, smart, and Saab, Mauer joined Porsche, and one of the first projects under his leadership was the Panamera. Still an important part of Porsche’s lineup today, the Panamera represented a unique challenge: translating its iconic design principles into a four-door model, going beyond sports cars for the first time since the Cayenne. Mauer was also responsible for the revision of the Cayenne, and then the legendary 918 Spyder hypercar. After that, his work included modernizing 911 and bringing Porsche into the era of electrification. As Sühlmann takes over, Porsche looks forward to a new era of design, informed by his experience not only at McLaren but also at the same university as Mauer and in positions at Volkswagen, Bugatti, Aston Martin, and Bentley. However, Mauer’s 22 years of work resulted in milestone moments that Porsche and its design legacy won’t soon forget. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Khris Bharath – January 16, 2026

Porsche Reports 2025 Sales Numbers, North America Remains Top Market

In a year shaped by tariffs, trade uncertainty, tighter supply, and uneven demand, Porsche still delivered 279,449 units globally in 2025, which is down 10 percent from 310,718 units a year earlier. This decline was tied to factors such as supply gaps for key combustion models, softer demand in China, and a deliberate focus on value rather than volume. “After several record years, our deliveries in 2025 were below the previous year’s level. This development is in line with our expectations,” said Matthias Becker, Porsche’s board member for sales and marketing. North America remains the German sportscar maker’s largest market, with 86,229 deliveries, essentially flat year over year. Porsche Cars North America reported retail deliveries of 76,219 vehicles in 2025, narrowly surpassing the prior record set in 2024 and marking the strongest sales year in its history. Certified Pre-Owned volumes also reached a record, rising 11 percent to 48,092 units, reinforcing continued demand across both new and pre-owned cars. “Driven by the loyalty and enthusiasm of our customers for the incredible cars we offer, we have achieved stability and even growth to set a new record in a market that experienced profound change in 2025,” said Timo Resch, president and CEO of PCNA. Meanwhile, Europe, excluding Porsche’s home market, saw deliveries fall 13 percent to 66,340 cars, while Germany declined 16 percent to 29,968 units. In China, deliveries dropped sharply, down 26 percent to 41,938 vehicles, reflecting weaker conditions in the luxury segment and intense competition from domestic players, particularly among electric models. At the model level, the popular mid-size Porsche Macan, now made up of both gas and all-electric variants, led the lineup with 84,328 deliveries , with 27,139 units coming from North America alone. Fully electric versions accounted for 45,367 units, while combustion variants continued to sell in non-EU markets. The Porsche 911 reached a record 51,583 deliveries, underscoring sustained demand for Porsche’s highest-margin sports car, including new T-Hybrid derivatives. As for electrification, globally, 34.4 percent of Porsche deliveries were electrified, with 22.2 percent fully electric and 12.1 percent plug-in hybrids. Over in Europe, electrified models accounted for 57.9 percent of deliveries, with plug-in hybrids dominating Panamera and Cayenne sales. The Porsche Taycan recorded 16,339 deliveries, down 22 percent, as adoption of electromobility slowed. With the all-electric Cayenne joining the lineup alongside the Macan EV, it remains to be seen how this space evolves. Looking ahead to 2026, Becker said Porsche will continue to align production with its “value over volume” strategy while investing across combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrains. Expansion of Exclusive Manufaktur and Sonderwunsch personalization programs will play a larger role, allowing Porsche to offset lower volumes with higher per-car revenue. View All Porsches For Sale Images: Porsche

By Khris Bharath – October 25, 2025

Here’s What You Need to Know About Porsche’s Wild New W18...

Porsche is a brand synonymous with the legendary flat six, but despite electrification on the horizon, if you thought the German marque was done with combustion engines, think again. The automaker’s latest patent for a new W18 powerplant surfaced recently, revealing a design that feels like a deliberate pushback against the full EV narrative dominating the industry. This comes at a moment when Porsche’s operating profit dropped 67 percent in the first half of 2025 owing to factors like a slowdown in sales in China and U.S. tariffs. CEO Oliver Blume is set to depart, and Michael Leiters is taking over in 2026. Despite financial pressure and an ongoing restructuring of its EV roadmap, the engineers in Zuffenhausen are still finding ways to reinvent mechanical performance. The W-based configuration isn’t new within the wider Volkswagen Group. Bentley’s legendary W12, used in models like the Continental GT Speed and Flying Spur, has long proven how smooth, compact, and potent this layout can be. Bugatti also experimented with W engines in its early modern era. Several pre-production Veyron concepts featured an 18-cylinder engine before the design eventually evolved into the production W16 used in the Veyron and Chiron during the glorious Pïech-era. The new Tourbillon marked the end of that chapter, but the W philosophy clearly lives on within the Group. Porsche’s new interpretation pushes it further. The patent outlines an 18-cylinder engine built around three banks of six cylinders, each with its own turbocharger, feeding a single crankshaft. It’s modular, scalable, and space-optimized, which means that the layout allows flexibility for nine, twelve, fifteen, or eighteen cylinders, depending on application, and it all fits within the footprint of a straight-six. The key difference from the old VW-style W layout is noteworthy. That version combined two VR6 blocks joined together, whereas here, everything runs to one central crankshaft, a true W. This reduces turbo lag with shorter pathways, less resistance, and more pressure. The timing of this patent is telling. Porsche initially had an ambitious plan to have an 80% all-electric lineup by 2030, but that plan has been scaled back after a global slowdown in EV demand. The brand now sees more value in a diversified approach, selling gas and electric models side by side. You can already see that with the new Macan, the Cayenne, and the same will likely happen with the next 718 Boxster and Cayman, which were originally planned to go all-electric but are now expected to retain combustion engines. It is worth noting that, sometimes, an engine exists only as a full-scale testbed that lends its findings to other projects. Maybe no W18 will ever hit the road. Maybe it will just spark a smarter V6, a better turbo, or a cooler intake system. But if the W18 does reach production, and if it gains some form of electrification, could it underpin Porsche’s long-awaited successor to the 918 Spyder, Carrera GT, and 959 lineage? Porsche concepts like the 919 Street and Mission X already previewed that direction, and we did get the 963 RSP, but that was a one-off. A production halo supercar would lead to a new-age holy trinity ready to take on the Ferrari F80 and McLaren W1. View All Porsches For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 08, 2025

Porsche Cars North America Credits Macan For H1 2025 Growth

The first half of 2025 was the best one yet for PCNA. Porsche’s already celebrated lineup of luxury performance vehicles is rapidly evolving, with a new all-electric version of its Macan SUV, the first roadgoing hybrid Porsche 911, and new generations of its perennial staple vehicles recently unveiled. However, the first half of 2025 has proved to be one of the most successful periods for Porsche Cars North America yet, with 38,696 sales at the end of the second quarter exceeding 2024’s H1 number of 34,733. Porsche credits its robust sales success, which in fact resulted in PCNA’s best half-year ever, with the success of the new Porsche Macan. Already one of Porsche’s most popular models, the Macan spent past years trading places with the Porsche Cayenne, Porsche’s original smash hit luxury SUV, as the highest seller in Porsche’s portfolio. However, the introduction of the new Porsche Macan Electric saw the Macan’s sales rise to 14,563 in H1 2025 for PCNA, compared to the Cayenne’s 10,327. Compared to 2024’s sales number for the Macan in the first half of the year, the H1 2025 number of Porsche Macan sales represents a significant increase of 21.32 percent, signaling the success of the electric rendition of the popular luxury performance SUV. In addition, nearly a thousand more examples of the Porsche Panamera sold in the first half of this year than in the same period last year. Sales of 911 and 718 models increased during the half, as did sales of Certified Pre-Owned Porsches. Overall, the first half of 2025 was an incredibly successful period for Porsche Cars North America. View All Porsche For Sale Image Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – April 08, 2025

Porsche Sets U.S. Q1 Sales Record With 18,884 Vehicles De...

With one of the most passionate and devoted communities of owners and enthusiasts, Porsche seems to be always on the rise, thanks to its diverse lineup of sports cars and SUVs. Whether it's the weekend track warrior with a 911 GT3 RS or the conscious commuter behind the wheel of the new electric Macan, Porsche people are pleased with their ownership experience. Porsche is off to a red-hot start in 2025, reporting a record-breaking first quarter with 18,884 new vehicle deliveries in the United States. That's a huge 40.6% jump from Q1 2024 and an 8.1% gain over the previous Q1 record in 2023. The sales surge highlights a strong demand across Porsche's entire lineup, fueled partly by the fix of supply chain issues that impacted last year's production. Porsche's U.S. CEO, Timo Resch, credits the brand's growth to customer excitement for new models and the continued support from Porsche dealers nationwide. The Porsche Macan continues to lead the charge, moving 7,486 units this quarter alone. Even more impressive is that 44.6% of those were the new all-electric Macan, showing that Porsche EV sales are gaining serious traction. Electric vehicles now make up 23% of Porsche's total Q1 U.S. sales, thanks to interest in the Macan Electric and 1,019 Taycan deliveries. Meanwhile, traditional two-door favorites like the 911 and 718 also posted strong gains, selling 2,086 and 1,476 units. The Cayenne and Panamera models added solid volume, with 5,331 and 1,486 vehicles sold. Certified Pre-Owned Porsche sales also saw a healthy increase, with 11,587 vehicles sold in Q1 2025, up 11.7% year-over-year. With new models and longtime nameplates like the 911 still turning heads, Porsche seems well-positioned to maintain its sales momentum through the year. View all Porsches for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche Cars North America

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 13, 2025

Porsche’s 2024 Results Show Strength In Tough Times

Porsche managed to pull off some impressive 2024 results despite some harsh global conditions. The brand hit record sales in four out of five major regions, delivering 310,718 vehicles to customers worldwide. The Cayenne topped the charts as the best-seller, followed by the Macan and the ever-popular 911. Porsche kept things fresh by updating five of its six main model lines, including the fully electric Macan and an improved Cayenne. With a mix of combustion engines, hybrids, and electric options, Porsche kept plenty of choices on the table for all types of drivers. For passionate purists and collectors, Porsche teased new 911 variants, including a cool heritage-inspired edition that nods to the 1970s. Porsche also revealed plans for a new SUV model with combustion and hybrid options, which are set to arrive later in the decade. Porsche leaned on strategic cost moves and its "Road to 20" performance plan to stay on track financially. Despite economic challenges and supply chain issues, they still turned a group operating profit of $6.07 billion and maintained a strong automotive net cash flow of $4.01 billion. Customization proved to be a big win, with more customers opting for Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur options to personalize their rides. Looking ahead, Porsche plans to invest $800 million in 2025 to push forward with new models, battery development, and software upgrades. On the motorsport front, Porsche had a big year, securing wins in the FIA World Endurance Championship and IMSA racing series. Pascal Wehrlein's victory in Formula E as the 2024 drivers' world champion added another highlight to Porsche's impressive season. While 2025 looks to be another challenging year, Porsche is pushing forward with fresh ideas and new models for fans and customers. View all Porsches for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 13, 2025

Porsche Reports Record U.S. Sales In 2024

Porsche sets a new U.S. sales record with 76,167 vehicles sold in 2024, driven by strong demand for the 911, Cayenne, and Macan models. Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) has hit a historic milestone, reporting record U.S. car deliveries in 2024 with 76,167 vehicles sold. The new record marks a one percent increase over the previous set in 2023. Timo Resch, President and CEO of PCNA, attributed this success to the brand's packed lineup, including new ICE, hybrid, and BEV models like the 911, Panamera, Taycan, and Macan. The iconic Porsche 911 achieved record-breaking sales of 14,128 units, a 20.8% gain over the prior year. Meanwhile, the 718 lineup saw a 25.9% surge delivering 5,698 units in 2024. Two-door models accounted for 26% of total U.S. sales. The Cayenne also set a new record with 22,432 units sold, a 9.6% increase, while the Macan and Panamera contributed 25,180 and 3,982 units. Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales also thrived, with a 12% rise to 43,249 vehicles. Resch expressed gratitude to Porsche’s owners, dealers, and employees for driving this momentum, emphasizing the brand’s focus on continued growth in 2025. The record-breaking year solidifies Porsche’s place as an industry-leader in the luxury car world. View all Porsches for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Porsches For Sale Source: Porsche

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