Chinese EV Hypercar YangWang U9 Xtreme Challenges World Record
A Chinese electric car, the YangWang U9 Xtreme, has made waves in the hypercar world. Driven by veteran racer Marc Basseng, it clocked an impressive 308.4 mph (496.22 km/h) at Germany's ATP Papenburg high-speed oval, challenging the current record held by the SSC Tuatara.
The U9 Xtreme's record run marks a significant milestone in the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) in the hypercar culture. Its four electric motors combine to produce a staggering 2,978 horsepower, more than double the standard U9's 960 kW. This upgrade, coupled with a 1,200-volt platform and dense batteries, enables the vehicle to reach a top speed of approximately 496 km/h.
Basseng pushed the car to its limits, reaching speeds over 300 km/h on the banking and hitting 496 km/h on the straight. The car's design, featuring aero tweaks, gill-shaped intakes, and an aggressive stance, contributed to its record-breaking performance. Despite the U9 Xtreme's one-way run not being officially recognized as the fastest speed record, it certainly challenges the current title.
Only 30 units of the U9 Xtreme will be produced, making it a rare and historic vehicle for enthusiasts. The U9 Xtreme's record run signals a new era in hypercar culture, where EVs are proving their mettle against internal combustion engine records. While not officially recognized, the U9 Xtreme's performance has certainly turned heads and set the stage for future EV hypercar records.
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