SSC to set new world speed record?
SSC has recently released this press release:
WEST RICHLAND, WA., March 1, 2007 – SSC, manufacturer of exclusive super cars, announced today that testing to set the world
production speed record will commence on March 21st, 2007. In conjunction with MKconjunction MKM Racing, SSC has closed down a 12-mile stretch of Highway 93 in Elko County, Nevada to attempt to break the 253 mph record currently held by the Bugatti Veyron. MKM Racing has been hired to oversee safety and provide laser traps to verify speeds to an accuracy of .01 mph.
Led by founder/lead designer Jerod Shelby, the SSC design team has spent the past 7 years creating the ultimate super car. Boasting 1183 bhp and 1094 ft-lbs of torque from a proprietary twin-turbo V8 power plant, the Ultimate Aero TT produces more emissions-legal horsepower than any other production automobile in the world. Wind tunnel testing at NASA’s Langley, Virginia facility revealed a coefficient of drag of just .357 and showed the 2,750 lb Ultimate Aero TT capable of speeds up to 273 mph.
The Ultimate Aero TT remains remarkably drivable, retaining excellent idle characteristics despite its intention to run for long
periods of time at redline. Featuring all the amenities of a luxury
sedan, the supple leather/suede interior is highlighted by custom
Recaro seats, a 10 speaker premium system, DVD/navigation/backup camera, and a cab-controlled lift that raises the front an extra 4 inches to navigate road hazards
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