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SSC Ultimate Aero TT
The SSC Ultimate Aero is a mid-engine design, mid-engined sports car that was produced by SSC North America (formerly known as Shelby SuperCars) from 2004 until 2013. The SSC Ultimate Aero held the world production car speed record title, according to the ''Guinness World Records'', from 2007 (when it was officially timed at ) until the introduction of the Bugatti Veyron#Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, Bugatti Veyron Super Sport in 2010. In April 2013, the Guinness World Records temporarily disqualified the Veyron's record time for a period of five days due to concerns about electronic speed limiting changing the function of the car, but after investigation reinstated the Veyron as the record holder. The SSC Ultimate Aero was not sold with electronic Automotive safety, driver aids such as an anti-lock braking system or traction control system, as according to Jerod Shelby (no relation to Carroll Shelby), "Early design philosophy on the car was to make it a driver's car. I wanted a ca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SSC North America
SSC North America (formerly Shelby SuperCars Inc.) is an American automobile manufacturer founded in 1999 by owner Jerod Shelby. The company is based in Richland, in the Tri-Cities, Washington and specializes in the production of sports cars. History * 1998 - Company founded by current CEO Jerod Shelby. * 2004 - First SSC Ultimate Aero prototype completed at company headquarters in West Richland, WA. * 2006 - Ultimate Aero sets record on Road & Track magazine's slalom course, breaking previous record held by the Ferrari Enzo. * September 13, 2007 - SSC Ultimate Aero sets record for fastest production vehicle as verified by Guinness World Records, reaching a top speed averaged over two runs in opposite directions ( and ). * 2008 - SSC announced plans to unveil the Ultimate Aero EV (Electric Vehicle). SSC expects to roll out its first prototype in February 2009. The car was advertised in the original press release as rechargeable in 10 minutes from a 240 V outlet, whic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
