Ford breaks world record anew for fastest quarter mile pass using all-electric Mustang

MANILA: Ford has gained another feather to its cap after it once again broke the world record for the fastest quarter-mile pass using an electrified Mustang.

In a statement, the Blue Oval said that the Ford covered the said distance using the Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 with a time of 7.759 seconds — hitting nearly 290 kilometers per hour (kph) — at the National Hot Rod Association Winter Nationals.

The latest feat is the second time that the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet EV Demonstrator has made history with NHRA following its original record of 8.128 seconds at almost 277 kph set in 2021.

“Achieving such a feat wasn't just a matter of pushing a button. It was the culmination of tireless innovation, from slashing the battery system's weight by over 40-percent to fine-tuning the suspension geometry to perfection. As Pat McCue puts it, the Super Cobra Jet 1800 stands as a testament to the untapped potential of EVs in motorsport,” Ford explained.

“Seeing an all-electric Mustang tear down the NHRA strip in under eight seconds was nothing short of awe-inspiring. It's a clear signal that Ford is not just participating in the electric revolution – we're leading it, bringing our electric vehicle technology to the pinnacle of competitive racing. Every lesson we learn on the track is a step toward enhancing the performance of our EVs for customers, especially in Ford’s hybrid technology advancement,” it added.

Per Ford, the upgrades on the latest Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 include a custom control strategy and a lightweight battery system, born from the collaboration between Ford Performance and MLe Racecars.

The updated vehicle runs on a mill setup that features four PN250DZR inverters and two double-stacked DS-250-115 motor pairings.

Ford added that the redesigned battery system gave the vehicle an additional 30 percent increase in power.

“As we celebrate this historic achievement, it's clear that the journey of the Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 is far from over. The road ahead for Ford EVs in motorsports is as exciting as it is promising. With each record we break and every barrier we push past, we're not just racing for the thrill of competition – we're racing towards a future where the roar of an engine can be as silent as it is powerful,” the company ended.

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