NOISEAutonomous Systems·Jul 2, 2026, 1:00 PMSignal10Immediate

This electric race car can drive upside down and can be yours for a cool $1.3m

Source: Electrek

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This electric race car can drive upside down and can be yours for a cool $1.3m

McMurtry has unveiled the production version of its Speirling electric hypercar, which uses giant fans to suck itself to the ground to get unreal performance numbers and has shattered track records.

Why this matters
Why now

The McMurtry Speirling, after shattering track records, is now moving into production and commercial availability, reflecting ongoing advancements in electric hypercar technology.

Why it’s important

While showcasing extreme engineering, this news primarily appeals to a niche automotive enthusiast market and does not significantly alter broader strategic landscapes.

What changes

The availability of an ultra-high-performance electric hypercar with unique aerodynamic technology highlights the upper echelons of EV innovation but doesn't shift mass-market or industrial trends.

Winners
  • · McMurtry
  • · High-net-worth car collectors
Losers
    Second-order effects
    Direct

    The McMurtry Speirling becomes a new benchmark for electric vehicle performance in the hypercar segment.

    Second

    Increased competition among bespoke electric vehicle manufacturers to push performance boundaries further.

    Third

    Fan-assisted downforce technology potentially explored for other specialized high-performance applications, though unlikely for mainstream vehicles.

    Editorial confidence: 90 / 100 · Structural impact: 5 / 100
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