In a significant leap for electric vehicles, Aspark Owl, the Japanese electric hypercar, has blazed through two world speed records this week, achieving velocities just shy of 321 km/h.
The record-breaking feat took place at Alvington Airfield in northern England, where the Aspark Owl set new standards in both the eighth-mile and quarter-mile average speeds, earning its place in the Guinness World Records. The electric hypercar managed to attain an average speed of 309.02 km/h in the eighth mile and an impressive 318.85 km/h over the quarter mile.
The Owl boasts of quad-motors that generate a staggering 1,980 horsepower and 2000 Newton meters of torque, enabling it to dash from zero to 100 km/h in a mere 1.72 seconds. This feat outpaces other high-performing models like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Rimac Nevera.
In addition to its remarkable speed, the Owl can cover a distance of 402 kilometers on a single charge of its 64 kWh battery pack. Furthermore, it can be recharged in approximately 40 minutes using a DC fast charger.
Aspark, the Osaka-based manufacturer of the Owl, commenced the development of this electric hypercar back in 2015, reports Reuters. Currently, the company boasts over 3,500 employees and operates through 25 offices worldwide.
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Despite its record-setting achievement, the Aspark Owl remains an exclusive commodity. Limited to just 50 units, each vehicle carries a whopping price tag of almost Rs. 90 crore. Deliveries are expected to commence later in 2023.
While the Owl may have set the record for the fastest average speed over the quarter mile, it’s worth noting that the Rimac Nevera still holds the title for the fastest production EV in the quarter mile, completing it in 8.582 seconds. The Nevera also tops the chart for the highest EV top speed, maxing out at an astonishing 415 km/h.
