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World's Swiftest Electrical Vehicle Title Goes to Yangwang U9

World's Swiftest Electric Vehicle Shatters Speed Record: As per the manufacturer's declarations, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition has conquered the speed record!

Electric vehicle, Yangwang U9, sets new speed record as the quickest electric car globally.
Electric vehicle, Yangwang U9, sets new speed record as the quickest electric car globally.

World's Swiftest Electrical Vehicle Title Goes to Yangwang U9

In the realm of high-speed vehicles, the debate between electric cars and internal combustion engines has been a topic of interest. While electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity for their eco-friendliness and technological advancements, the traditional internal combustion engines still hold their own in terms of speed.

Let's start with the Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+, a name synonymous with speed. Although it holds the world record for the fastest street-legal car at an astonishing 490 km/h, it's important to note that it's not actually street legal.

On the other hand, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition, while not as fast as some internal combustion hypercars, has made its mark. The German driver Marc Basseng, during a test, reached a measured speed of 472.41 km/h with the vehicle.

However, the Yangwang U9 is not the fastest prototype car in existence. That title belongs to the British ThrustSSC, which has remained unchallenged since 1997. Powered by two Rolls-Royce jet engines, the ThrustSSC broke the sound barrier, reaching a staggering speed of 1228 km/h. Interestingly, the ThrustSSC resembles an inverted rocket more than a conventional automobile.

It's worth noting that this discussion does not delve into the battery life of electric cars or the latest EVs tested. Nor does it compare the speed of the Yangwang U9 to other electric cars.

In conclusion, while electric cars are making significant strides in the automotive industry, internal combustion engines still dominate the speed race. However, with continuous advancements in technology, it will be interesting to see how this landscape evolves in the future.

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