Abu Dhabi sets world speed record with Yangwang electric car exceeding 500km/h
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi marked a major moment in global automotive history as Chinese automotive manufacturer BYD set a new world speed record with its YANGWANG U9 Xtreme electric hypercar, surpassing 500kph on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road (E11) in Al Dhafra Region. The record-breaking run, which took place on 1 November 2026, saw professional racing driver Marc Basseng reach a speed of…
Abu Dhabi set a world speed record on 1 November 2026, as Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD’s YANGWANG U9 Xtreme hypercar surpassed 500km/h on a specially prepared section of the E11 highway. The record-breaking run, conducted by professional racing driver Marc Basseng, was made possible through the joint efforts of Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and the Integrated Transport Centre, among other government authorities.
This achievement highlights Abu Dhabi’s growing engagement with leading international automotive manufacturers, particularly those from China, and underscores the emirate’s strategic location, infrastructure, and support for high-profile automotive milestones.
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