The Shelby Mustang Mach-E GT Sounds Awesome But You Can't Have One

Shelby American has just announced its first electric vehicle, the Shelby Mustang Mach-E GT, based on the Ford Mustang Mach-E. Remember, Shelby American is different than the Shelby-badged Ford models like the GT500, but we've known for a while that Ford's first electric Mustang would eventually get a hotter Shelby variant. This news is fairly exciting, or it would be if the Shelby Mach-E was actually coming to the United States: Shelby's first EV will only be sold in Europe.

"We elected to initially offer the Shelby Mustang Mach-E GT only in Europe because sales of EVs are growing much more rapidly there than in the USA," said Aaron Shelby Board Member of Carroll Shelby International. "And from 2016 to 2021, the number of public EV charging stations increased by 431% across Europe. It just makes good business sense for Shelby American."

So, what are we missing out on?
The Shelby Mach-E GT gets some visual upgrades, including carbon fiber mirror caps, door trim and hood, racing stripes, Shelby badging, custom lightweight satin black wheels, and handling package that lowers the vehicle by over an inch. Inside, it receives custom Shelby floor mats and an official Shelby CSM identification number.

"One of the biggest complaints about EVs is the lack of sound, which is an important visceral component to motoring for enthusiasts," said Vince LaViolette, Shelby American Vice President of Operations "That is why we integrated Borla's Active Performance Sound System into the Shelby Mustang Mach-E. This 'auditory connection' really intensifies the sensation and excitement of EV driving. Our Shelby Mustang Mach-E is the first production vehicle featuring the new Borla system."