Setting a Guinness World Record is a major feat regardless of what it may be, and this latest one comes from a group of University of Stuttgart students. They now hold the record for world’s fastest accelerating electric vehicle after their successful 1.461-second, 0-62 mph run on October 6, 2022.
This carbon fiber race car weighs in at just under 320-pounds (145-kilograms) and outputs a maximum 241 horsepower being sent to all four wheels with motors developed at the university that draws from a high-voltage battery pack. This gives it a power to weight ratio of 1750 hp per ton, resulting in a peak acceleration of 2.5g, which is roughly equivalent to the force experienced by astronauts when a rocket re-enters the Earth’s atmosphere.
- Speed & Range: The Gokart PRO reaches 23 mph and has a 15.5-mile range on one charge.
- Powerful Performance: Features a rear-wheel drive with 4,800W power and 96N torque for quick acceleration.
- Safety First: Built with a high-strength steel frame, supports up to 220 lbs, and includes triple anti-collision protection.
The University of Stuttgart is proud that the GreenTeam has succeeded in setting a new record for the acceleration of e-vehicles. I’m really excited about what our students have accomplished. Studying at university not only means acquiring theoretical knowledge, but also being able to apply it in practice. The GreenTeam’s commitment is an excellent example of how knowledge transfer can succeed,” said Professor Wolfram Ressel, Rector of the University of Stuttgart.
