Yangwang U9 Track Edition has set a new speed record as the fastest EV on Earth with a record speed of 472.41 kmph.BYD’s Yangwang has set a new global electric vehicle (EV) top speed record of 472.41 kmph at the ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg test track in Germany. The record was made with Yangwang’s U9 Track Edition supercar on 8th August 2025, making it the fastest EV in the world .The Yangwang U9 Track Edition is built upon the e4 Platform and DiSus-X core architecture , the same used by the Yangwang U9 currently on sale in China. On top of this, it features the world’s first mass-produced 1200V ultra-high-voltage vehicle platform , paired with a thermal-management system optimized for extreme conditions. This combination of an existing technical footprint and ground-breaking enhancements elevates the Yangwang U9 Track Edition’s performance to unprecedented levels.The e4 Platform is a power system with four independent electric motors as its core, featuring agile and precise and four-wheel independent torque output control , bringing users the ultimate in safety, performance, and experience. The YANGWANG U9 packs a whopping 1,300 horsepower and a maximum torque of 1680 Nm .The BYD DiSus-X Intelligent Body Control System is another proprietary breakthrough. The first deployment of the system enables the YANGWANG U9 to achieve the maximum adjustable suspension travel of up to 75 mm , while its peak single-axis lifting speed of up to 500 mm/s , enabling instantaneous lifting force of over 1 ton and facilitating the remarkable leap-up of the U9 . Those features deliver unparalleled driving experience in diverse driving scenarios like braking, acceleration, cornering, and road impacts, greatly enhancing vehicle agility and comfort for both drivers and passengers.Unlike traditional supercars, the YangwangU9 adopts the innovative e4 Platform and DiSus-X technical architecture, introducing " body posture control " to racetrack scenarios and exploring the boundaries of safety and performance for supercars in track environments. So even at high speeds, the U9 can maintain absolute control over body posture , ensuring no wheel slip or loss of traction .Furthermore, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition retains the aerodynamic design of the current Yangwang U9 and is equipped with an enhanced, optional carbon-fiber front splitter that is already in mass production, fully verifying the scientific design and technical reliability of the Yangwang U9 under ultra-high-speed operating conditions.To enhance tire performance and durability under extreme driving conditions, Yangwang, building on data gleaned during extensive testing and achievements in Germany in 2024, has engaged in a collaboration with Giti Tire to develop a track-focused semi-slick tire . This high-performance tire features optimized compound materials and a bespoke tread design , while an innovative knurling treatment at the wheel-rim interface , combined with high-viscosity lubricant , minimizes relative slippage between the tire and the rim during hard acceleration or braking. This reduces torque loss and tire wear , while improving predictability and stability during dynamic maneuvers.The record was set by German professional driver Marc Basseng , who was behind the wheel for the previous global EV speed record in 2024. After completing the high-speed test for Yangwang, he said, " Last year, I thought I'd peaked. I never expected to break my own record so soon - but here we are, at the same track, with new technologies that have made it possible. "The base model U9 featured a 1287-hp dual-motor setup , while the Track Edition sports a quad-motor setup delivering 555 kW per motor and a total power exceeding 2958 hp . BYD says that creates a power-to-weight ratio of 1200 hp per ton or around 1.9 hp per pound. U9 Track Edition units add an enhanced, optional carbon-fiber front splitter to the aerodynamic mix. Even so, there is a considerable amount of front-end lift depicted in the video, indicating that some extra aerodynamic stability changes could be in order .By setting a new global EV speed record, Yangwang redefines the sustainable supercar. Backed by BYD's innovation and sustainability commitments, Yangwang employs cutting-edge tech to deliver unmatched performance, safety, and driving experience.