Electric Ford SuperVan Outperforms Corvette and Porsche 911 on Nürburgring Race Track
In a thrilling display of electric performance, Ford's latest creation, the SuperVan 4.2, has set a new benchmark at the prestigious Nürburgring race track. The all-electric vehicle, boasting over 2,000 horsepower, completed a lap in an impressive time of 6:48.393.
The SuperVan 4.2, a bespoke electric vehicle with a three-motor all-wheel-drive system, is a high-performance evolution of the classic SuperVan concept. Originating in the 1970s, the SuperVan initially represented a novelty, with a powerful engine placed inside a van shell. Over the years, the concept has matured into a serious motorsport prototype featuring cutting-edge technology.
Professional racer Romain Dumas was behind the wheel for the record-breaking lap. The vehicle outpaced many elite supercars, including the Corvette ZR1X, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, and Ford's own Mustang GTD. The SuperVan 4.2 also reached a top speed of approximately 262 miles per hour at the Nürburgring, an impressive feat for a vehicle of its kind.
This achievement pays tribute to Nürburgring legend Sabine Schmitz, renowned for her skills in racing vans around the track. The SuperVan's lap time not only honours Schmitz but also demonstrates the potential of electric powertrains in motorsport.
The SuperVan 4.2 serves as a performance and technology showcase for Ford's broader ambitions in electric vehicle (EV) development and racing. It is part of Ford's electric vehicle demonstrator program, which complements their racing portfolio and inspires innovation in engineering, design, and aerodynamics. Although there has been no explicit confirmation that SuperVan 4.2’s styling or technology will directly influence upcoming road-going EVs like the next-generation Ford Transit EV, the program underscores Ford’s commitment to electrification and high performance.
Michael Norton, a program manager at Ford, stated in a blog post that future race programs will benefit from vehicles like the SuperVan 4.2. The development of the SuperVan 4.2 is considered a fun project for Ford engineers, pushing the boundaries of what electric commercial vehicles can achieve on the track.
As the digital auto editor at the website, Erik Shilling reported on this exciting development, highlighting Ford's continued push towards electric performance vehicles and racing programs. The SuperVan 4.2 is not just a technological milestone but also a powerful symbol of Ford's vision for the future of motorsport.
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