The electric Mustang crossover surpassed its gas-powered namesake in 2024, reflecting shifting consumer preferences and a new era for Ford’s pony car.

Sales of the gasoline-powered Mustang fell 9.5 percent to its lowest level in at least two decades amid supplier challenges, Ford said.

Ford announced that sales of its electric Mustang Mach-E surpassed those of its traditional Mustang in 2024 – a notable milestone for the Detroit automaker in a challenging EV market.

Both AAA and Ford Roadside Assistance were reportedly unable to open the vehicle, with the owner saying he had to break a window to extract his child.

In the latest well-publicized story of EV electronic door handle failures, an incident involving a Ford Mustang Mach-E and an infant passenger trapped inside gained enough online traction for Ford's Product Communications Director to step in and handle the situation.

Based on a platform derived from the C2 of the Ford Escape, the Mustang Mach-E crossover outsold the actual Mustang for the first time ever

The times appear to be changing, though. Ford released its 2024 sales details, and the Mustang had a rough year. Deliveries were down 9.5 percent year-over-year. Meanwhile, the Mustang Mach-E EV had the best sales since the vehicle’s debut.

E, an electric SUV, has outsold the classic combustion Mustang, marking a significant shift in the industry. With a 26.9% sales increase in 2024, the Mach-E is leading the charge towards electromobility.