YANGWANG U9 Track Edition Hits 472.41 km/h EV Speed Record

YANGWANG U9 Track Edition Sets New Global EV Top-Speed Record: 472.41 km/h

26 August 2025, Papenburg, Germany – YANGWANG, the premium sub-brand of BYD, has redefined the boundaries of electric performance by setting a new global EV top-speed record of 472.41 km/h. The historic achievement was made with the YANGWANG U9 Track Edition supercar on 8 August 2025 at the renowned ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg test track in Germany, officially making it the world’s fastest electric vehicle.

Pioneering Technology at Unprecedented Speed

The YANGWANG U9 Track Edition is engineered on the same e4 Platform and DiSus-X Intelligent Body Control System as the standard YANGWANG U9, currently on sale in China. Enhancements include the world’s first mass-produced 1200V ultra-high-voltage vehicle platform, integrated with an advanced thermal management system designed for extreme conditions. This synergy of proven technology and groundbreaking upgrades enables unmatched performance at record-breaking speeds.

At the heart of the supercar’s achievement is the e4 quad-motor system, featuring four independent 30,000 rpm high-performance motors. Together, they deliver a staggering 3,000PS of system output, equating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1,217PS per tonne — a level reserved for the very pinnacle of the global automotive industry.

Stability Meets Power

Breaking speed records requires not just raw power but razor-sharp stability. YANGWANG’s independent torque-vectoring system monitors and adjusts wheel torque at a frequency exceeding 100 times per second, ensuring unmatched traction and posture control, even at extreme speeds.

Working alongside, the DiSus-X Intelligent Body Control System constantly adjusts suspension at each wheel, suppressing roll and pitch while maximising tyre-road contact. The result is an extraordinary balance of speed, safety, and driving confidence, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on a racetrack.

Aerodynamics and Tyre Innovation

The Track Edition retains the U9’s iconic aerodynamic design while offering enhancements such as a carbon-fiber front splitter, already in mass production. To complement this, YANGWANG partnered with Giti Tire to develop bespoke semi-slick tyres optimised for high-speed endurance. Featuring specialised compounds, tread patterns, and knurling treatment at the rim interface, these tyres minimise slippage, reduce torque loss, and provide unparalleled durability under extreme loads.

Record Set by Familiar Hands

Behind the wheel was German professional driver Marc Basseng, who also set the previous EV top-speed record in 2024. Reflecting on the achievement, Basseng said:

“Last year, I thought I’d peaked. I never expected to break my own record so soon — but here we are, at the same track, with new technologies that have made it possible.”

Redefining the Future of Electric Supercars

With this milestone, YANGWANG demonstrates how sustainable mobility and extreme performance can coexist. By combining BYD’s technological leadership with visionary design, the U9 Track Edition not only breaks records but also reshapes what drivers can expect from electric supercars.

As EVs move beyond efficiency into new realms of speed, safety, and exhilaration, the YANGWANG U9 Track Edition stands as a symbol of what’s possible when innovation meets ambition.