The German sportscar maker will pool its 2026-2027 emissions with Xpeng, the Chinese EV-only automaker that has a close relationship with VW. The move means Porsche will leave VW Group's emissions pool, which failed to reach its emissions target in 2025 after recording an average of 100 g/km — exceeding its EU-mandated target of 93.6 g/km. VW Group will need to reduce emissions by larger amounts in 2026 and 2027 to avoid EU fines. [...]Porsche, with a new focus on internal-combustion vehicles and declining sales of EVs such as the Taycan, would be a drag on VW Group emissions. Taycan sales were down about 20 percent and Macan electric sales in Europe down about 30 percent through June.