What’s Happening
The all-electric Rimac Nevera has set a new global record as the premier hypercar, marking its authority by smashing 22 acceleration and braking records, and setting a 0-400-0 km/h (0-249-0 mph) benchmark on the same day. This sweeping conquest took place at a test track in Germany where the Nevera solidified its standing by securing 23 independently verified speed records.
Why It Matters
This is significant as the 0-400-0 km/h test is universally acknowledged as the ultimate measure of hypercar straight line performance, assessing acceleration, aerodynamics, top speed, and stopping power. Nevera now wears the crown as the undisputed hypercar champion, setting a record time of 29.93 seconds – a stunning performance that eclipsed the previous record by over a second. Additionally, this feat punctuates Nevera’s claim to the fastest top speed title for a production electric car.
Key Points
Nevera’s record-breaking prowess comes from its relentless performance under full throttle conditions, displaying no reliability issues or any significant loss of power. The records were verified by Dewesoft and RaceLogic, ensuring the veracity of the record-breaking activities. During its monumental day, Nevera even surpassed its own specifications, hitting 0-60mph in 1.74 seconds, quicker than the stated 1.85 seconds.
The trailblazing Rimac Nevera, clad in a livery inspired by the Rimac BMW e-M3, created by the Rimac design team, pays homage to the legacy of Rimac Automobili. This traces back to 2011, when the e-M3 first brought Rimac to prominence by setting numerous Guinness and FIA-approved all-electric speed records.
Bottom Line
Mate Rimac, founder and CEO of Rimac Automobili, shared his pride in the Nevera’s achievements. He revealed that their objective was not just to create a car designed for straight-line performance but one that could balance between record-breaking speeds and practical use, including driving over 300 miles on a charge and achieving 0-80% charge in less than 20 minutes.
The Nevera’s astounding speed owes much to its state-of-the-art battery system, powertrain, and software, all homegrown at the Rimac Group. Their unique Rimac All-Wheel Torque Vectoring 2 is an integral part of the package, which communicates with the four powertrain systems 100 times a second. Limited to just 150 units, the Rimac Nevera is currently under production near Zagreb, with deliveries already in progress worldwide.
