In a race of speed between electric hypercars, the Aspark SP600 has emerged victorious, surpassing the previous record held by the Rimac Nevera. The Japanese-engineered hypercar achieved a top speed of 438.7 km/h on the Papenburg test track, leaving its Croatian rival behind by a margin of 26.7 km/h.
Record-Breaking Run
The remarkable feat was achieved on the 1.8-kilometer-long straight of the Papenburg Test Center in Germany. At the wheel was professional racing driver Marc Basseng, who has previously won the Nürburgring 24 Hours race. The car's speed was meticulously recorded and verified using Racelogic V-Box equipment.
Aspark SP600: A Glimpse of the Future
The Aspark SP600, described as a "production concept prototype," has yet to be officially unveiled. However, early images suggest that the SP600 is an evolved version of the Aspark Owl, with aerodynamic enhancements finely tuned for maximum velocity.
Details regarding the quad-motor powertrain, which generates 2,012 horsepower in the Owl, remain under wraps for now. Information on the intended production run and pricing of the Aspark SP600 has also not been released.
Bridgestone Partnership
In its pursuit of record-breaking performance, Aspark partnered with Bridgestone to develop a custom tire based on the Potenza Race series. The tires are capable of withstanding speeds in excess of 420 km/h while meeting the specific weight and handling demands of the Aspark SP600.
Aspark: A Legacy of Innovation
Aspark's electric hypercars are developed and produced in Italy by Manifattura Automobili Torino (M.A.T.). Along with the Bridgestone partnership, M.A.T. has gained recognition for producing exclusive sports cars, including the New Stratos, Glickenhaus SCG003, and Apollo IE.
"The journey to develop the Owl hypercar has been around 10 years," said Aspark CEO Masanori Yoshida. "We aimed to make the fastest accelerating car in the world, and today we achieved the world record for maximum speed."
M.A.T. and Aspark are expected to provide further details about the SP600 soon, including its technical specifications. The eventual production version is likely to shed the race-inspired livery and owl-eye headlights seen on the record-setting car.
Summary
The Aspark SP600 has officially claimed the title of world's fastest electric car, eclipsing the previous benchmark set by the Rimac Nevera. With a top speed of 438.7 km/h, the SP600 demonstrates the rapid advancements in electric vehicle technology and the potential for even greater speeds in the future.