"After years of saying that the next-generation 718 Boxster and Cayman will be electric only, Porsche reversed course on Monday. The sports car brand now says that "top" versions of the 718 will be available with gasoline engines. In today's polarized world, as an EV fan, this should enrage me. But it doesn't. It's the right call, even if you think the EV transition is happening too slowly."
"Sports cars are emotional purchases, and you cannot force people to love something. Today's EVs are more efficient, easier to drive in traffic, quieter and smoother than gas cars. But none of these metrics matter to sports car buyers; they seek an emotional experience. This is where today's electric performance cars are still finding their footing. So far, the most "emotional" electric enthusiast car has been a 5,000-pound Hyundai SUV that pretends to have a gasoline powertrain."
Porsche reversed its plan for an EV-only next-generation 718 and will offer gasoline engines in top Boxster and Cayman variants. Sports car buyers prioritize emotional engagement over efficiency, so current electric vehicles, despite being more efficient, quieter, and smoother, often fail to satisfy enthusiasts. Electric performance cars remain heavy and are still developing the sensory, weight, and price balance that drivers seek. Many Porsche buyers, with long-held preferences for straight-six engines, may delay adopting EV sports cars until lighter, more engaging electric models arrive at competitive prices. The broader EV transition will continue as technology matures.
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