Episode Overview

Podcast: Becker Business
Host: Scott Becker
Episode Title: Porsche Sales Slip 1-20-26
Date: January 20, 2026

In this brief episode, Scott Becker discusses the recent decline in Porsche’s vehicle sales, highlighting the segment challenges, the growing presence of electric vehicles (EVs) in their lineup, and a candid reflection on the brand’s shifting consumer base. The episode provides a blend of sales data, market analysis, and personal insight—all in Becker’s direct and conversational style.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Porsche’s 10% Sales Decline

• Sale Figures:
  • 2024: 310,000 vehicles sold
  • 2025: 280,000 vehicles sold
  • Result: ~10% year-over-year drop ([01:06])
• Market Challenges:
  • Weak performance particularly in the Chinese market
  • Difficulties in the electric vehicle (EV) segment

2. Growing Role of Electric Vehicles

• EV and Hybrid Sales:
  • Approximately 34% of all Porsches sold were hybrids or fully electric vehicles
• Market Adjustment:
  • Porsche, like other automakers, is grappling with the global shift toward electric and hybrid vehicles

3. The Porsche Macan: Brand Evolution

• Macan as Best-Seller:

  • The Macan, a luxury compact SUV, is now Porsche’s top-selling model ([02:00])
  • Entry-level price: $50,000–$65,000 (with higher-end ‘S’ and GTS versions available)

• Personal Note:

  • Scott Becker mentions owning the base Macan himself

• Brand Identity Reflection:

  • The Macan is characterized as a “middle-aged men and soccer moms” car
  • Becker notes, with humor, how the brand’s shift may contrast with its storied, performance-oriented legacy

• Quote:

  • “The founder of Porsche has got to be rolling over in their grave. That sort of a soccer mom, golf dad car is now the best selling Porsche.” — Scott Becker [02:29]

• 911 Remains Iconic:

  • The classic Porsche 911 holds second place in sales, maintaining a link to Porsche’s performance roots

4. Final Thoughts

• Lighthearted Tone:
  • Becker finds amusement in the shift of Porsche’s customer base and best-selling model
  • He wraps the discussion by thanking listeners

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Porsche’s Brand Shift:
  • “I drive the basic Macan. This is essentially their, their car that's made for middle-aged men and soccer moms. It is what it is.” — Scott Becker [02:12]
  • “The founder of Porsche has got to be rolling over in their grave. That sort of a soccer mom, golf dad car is now the best selling Porsche.” — Scott Becker [02:29]

Key Timestamps

• [01:00] — Opening of business discussion, Porsche sales statistics
• [01:30] — Market challenges: China and EVs
• [02:00] — Breakdown of the Macan as Porsche’s best seller
• [02:29] — Humor about Porsche’s founder and the brand’s modern audience

Summary Flow & Tone

Scott Becker delivers the episode in a straightforward and slightly sardonic tone, wryly highlighting how Porsche’s modern best-seller—the Macan—serves a much broader, mainstream market than the brand’s original sports car image. He provides data, personal anecdotes, and biting commentary that blend insight with levity.

For listeners, this episode provides a succinct snapshot of Porsche’s evolving business landscape, balancing sales analysis and brand commentary in a style that’s both accessible and entertaining.