Ford has redefined performance innovation with its 2,000-horsepower electric marvel, the SuperVan 4.2, blazing into Nürburgring's record books. Piloted by acclaimed driver Romain Dumas, this bespoke electric Transit crushed expectations by completing a lap in just 6:48.393. The achievement places it as the 9th fastest timed lap of all vehicles at the "Green Hell," surpassing icons like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and Chevrolet ZR1X—and solidifying its place in automotive history. While purpose-built with slick tires and cutting-edge design, the SuperVan 4.2 delivers astounding speed that bridges the gap between concepts and performance reality.
Ford’s electric demonstrator program provided the foundation for this boundary-pushing machine, developed to showcase the extremes of vehicle innovation for both racing and road use. The SuperVan 4.2 has already made waves globally, with records at Mount Panorama and a win at Pikes Peak, but conquering the Nürburgring was personal for the automaker. Inspired by the late Sabine Schmitz's iconic quip that a Ford Transit could outpace other designs, Ford Performance transformed that bold statement into reality. The effort behind SuperVan highlights its role as more than just a feat of speed—it is a testbed for cutting-edge technologies that could influence future Ford racers and consumer vehicles alike.
This milestone isn’t the end for Ford Performance or the extraordinary SuperVan 4.2. The vehicle embodies Ford's ability to dream beyond conventional limits while celebrating legendary inspirations. As the SuperVan 4.2 dominates the motorsport spotlight, Ford Performance hints at even more innovations to come, including the highly anticipated F-150 Lightning SuperTruck. On this special occasion, Ford also honors the memory of Sabine Schmitz, whose Nürburgring legacy lives on in this thrilling chapter of the Transit story.
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