{
  "id": 18699061,
  "title": "Chinese automaker's electric hypercar sets new speed record, whizzes past 500 kmph",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/chinese-automakers-electric-hypercar-sets-new-speed-record-whizzes",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-07T11:20:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/china/chinese-automakers-electric-hypercar-sets-new-speed-record-whizzes-past-500-kmph/articleshow/135634971.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "BYD's electric hypercar, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme, has shattered the production-car speed record by reaching 503.17 kmph during a test in Abu Dhabi. Recognized by the FIA, the feat occurred on November 6 along a specially closed 10-kilometre stretch of the E11 highway. German driver Marc Basseng piloted the vehicle, which features four electric motors delivering 3,019 PS combined power and a 1,200-volt electrical system. The record was achieved through optimized aerodynamics, suspension, and tire technology, with only 30 units planned for global production.",
  "summary": "In a remarkable display of engineering prowess, BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme hypercar has achieved a stunning speed of over 500 kmph on a controlled stretch of highway in Abu Dhabi. The feat was executed by celebrated German racing driver Marc Basseng, who benefitted from fine-tuning and optimizations by BYD's engineers prior to this high-stakes test. Limited to just 30 units, the U9 Xtreme sets a…",
  "key_points": [
    "BYD's electric hypercar, Yangwang U9 Xtreme, breaks production-car speed record.",
    "Vehicle reaches 503.17 kmph during test in Abu Dhabi on November 6.",
    "German driver Marc Basseng drives the car with 3,019 PS combined power."
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}