Bugatti Chiron becomes Fastest Production Car in The World
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Bugatti Chiron: Fastest Production Car in The World
Bugatti, the automobile manufacturer known for its extraordinary vehicles, is back in the spotlight after a modified version of its Chiron hypercar achieved a record-breaking speed of 490.5 km/h, claiming the title of 'Fastest Production Car in The World.' Driven by Bugatti test driver Andy Wallace, the Chiron reached this impressive speed at the Ehra-Lessien test track in Lower Saxony, Germany, but company executives believe it could have gone even faster.
The Key Factors for Record-Breaking Speed
To successfully complete a record-breaking attempt, four crucial factors must align:
- The Vehicle
- The Track
- The Location
- The Weather
Stefan Ellrott, Head of Development at Bugatti, stated: “All four have to be right and perfectly prepared so that everything is coordinated. The only thing we can't influence is the weather.”
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Potential for Higher Speeds
Stefan further suggested that if the record run had been attempted in Nevada, the Chiron could have easily exceeded higher speeds. According to their calculations, approximately 25 km/h more could have been achieved due to the lower air density. However, there were two main concerns that led Bugatti to set the record at Ehra-Lessien.
Safety Concerns
Firstly, safety concerns were paramount. The route in Nevada is long and only stretches in one direction, meaning that if something were to happen to the driver or the car, emergency services would take too long to reach the scene. Secondly, the Nevada track has a slight gradient of approximately three percent, and Stefan remarked, “It wouldn’t have felt right to set a record there.”
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Conclusion: The Future of Bugatti and Speed Records
Unfortunately, it seems unlikely that we will ever witness the Chiron’s full potential, as CEO Stephan Winkelmann announced that Bugatti will no longer pursue top speed records. However, this leaves room for competitors like Koenigsegg and Hennessey to challenge the record.
