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The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT has established a new lap record for a production electric vehicle at Road Atlanta. Piloted by professional race car driver Patrick Long, the vehicle demonstrated a significant leap in performance, showcasing the latest advancements in Porsche’s electric vehicle technology even under challenging, damp track conditions. This achievement underscores the continuous evolution of the Taycan platform, solidifying its position as a leader in high-performance EVs.
Key Highlights
- The Taycan Turbo GT set a new production EV lap record at Road Atlanta with a time of 1:27.15 minutes.
- This new time is 6.73 seconds faster than the previous record, which was set by a Taycan Turbo S in 2020.
- The record was achieved using the optional Weissach Package and specially developed Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS summer performance tires.
- Driver Patrick Long praised the car’s powerful Active Ride suspension, impressive braking, and the seamless power delivery of Attack Mode.
- The record was set on May 28, 2025, despite patchy, damp track conditions from earlier rain.
A New Benchmark in EV Performance
The Taycan Turbo GT’s record-setting performance represents a remarkable improvement over the previous benchmark set by the Taycan Turbo S just over four years ago. The substantial 6.73-second reduction in lap time on the 2.54-mile track highlights the rapid advancements made to the car’s battery, motors, suspension, and tires within a single generation.
The record was achieved in a stock 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT equipped with the performance-focused Weissach Package. This package, combined with the homologated Pirelli Trofeo RS tires, was crucial for unlocking the car’s full potential on the demanding Road Atlanta circuit. The vehicle’s battery state of charge was at 97% at the start of the run, with Track Endurance Mode enabled to optimize battery temperature for sustained performance.
Driver Insights on Advanced Technology
Driver Patrick Long, a Porsche Cars North America brand ambassador, offered high praise for the vehicle’s dynamic capabilities. He was particularly impressed by the Active Ride suspension, noting its incredible ability to counteract pitch and roll, which kept the car stable and maximized tire contact through the track’s high-load corners.
Long also commented on the car’s user-friendly technology. Even with the track being partially damp, the car’s Sport PSM (Porsche Stability Management) setting provided seamless traction control without being intrusive from the driver’s perspective. He described the vehicle’s Attack Mode as an “intense” yet smooth burst of usable power, unlike anything he had experienced, including dedicated race cars. This combination of raw power and sophisticated electronic assistance allowed for a record-breaking performance in less-than-ideal conditions.
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