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BYD Electric Hypercar Achieves 503 km/h Speed Record in Abu Dhabi

Chinese automaker BYD recorded a verified top speed of 503.17 km/h with its YANGWANG U9 Xtreme electric hypercar on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road in Abu Dhabi. The test was conducted with racing driver Marc Basseng in coordination with local government entities. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office stated the partnership leverages the emirate's logistics infrastructure to support Chinese automotive expansion.

Published Source: Aletihad Newspaper
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Chinese automotive manufacturer BYD has achieved a global electric speed milestone on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra region, according to Aletihad Newspaper.

The speed test featured BYD's YANGWANG U9 Xtreme electric hypercar, driven by racing driver Marc Basseng, which reached a verified top speed of 503.17 km/h.

The initiative was organised in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Abu Dhabi Mobility. Officials stated that the event highlights expanding collaboration between Abu Dhabi and Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers.

ADIO noted that the partnership seeks to utilise Abu Dhabi's logistics infrastructure to support Chinese automotive companies in their regional and international market expansion.

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BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme Sets 503 kph Speed Record in Abu Dhabi

BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric hypercar reached 503.17 km/h on an Abu Dhabi highway, setting a record recognized by the FIA. The run was executed by German driver Marc Basseng in the Al Dhafra region. The test was coordinated with Abu Dhabi authorities including the Abu Dhabi Investment Office.

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