# Yangwang U9 Xtreme Shatters 500 KM/H Production Car Record

> Yangwang U9 Xtreme becomes first production car to break 500 km/h speed barrier.
- Title: Yangwang U9 Xtreme Shatters 500 KM/H Production Car Record
- Summary: Yangwang U9 Xtreme becomes first production car to break 500 km/h speed barrier.
- Keywords: yangwang u9 xtreme, byd, production car, 500 km/h, abu dhabi, november 1, electric hypercar, fia, guinness world records, Road & Track
- Source: Road & Track — https://roadandtrack.com/news/a74358923/yangwang-u9-xtreme-top-speed-record-500-kph
- Author: Zac Palmer
- Published: 2026-11-06T16:15:23+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: yangwang u9 xtreme, byd, production car, 500 km/h, abu dhabi, november 1, electric hypercar, fia, guinness world records, cars, sports
## Yangwang U9 Xtreme Breaks Top Speed Record
Yangwang U9 Xtreme, a BYD subsidiary, achieved 503.2 km/h on November 1 in Abu Dhabi, becoming first production car to exceed 500 km/h.

> Unlike a dedicated test track, a public road presents a different set of challenges, making precision, stability and confidence in the vehicle more important than ever
## Record Run Details
The run occurred on November 1 in Abu Dhabi using Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road, six miles closed for the test.
## Driver and Vehicle Specifications
German driver Marc Bessing piloted the car, which features four electric motors producing over 2958 horsepower and a 1200-volt battery.
## Technical Adjustments
Yangwang adjusted the rear wing angle, suspension software, and tire pressure to improve high-speed stability and performance.
## Previous Record Comparison
The U9 Xtreme previously held a 496.2 km/h record at Papenberg track, now surpassing it on public roads.
## Next Closest Competitor
The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport previously held the record at 304.8 mph, but Yangwang achieved 503.2 km/h without needing to reclaim the crown.
## Key takeaway

Yangwang U9 Xtreme, a BYD subsidiary, achieved 503.2 km/h on November 1 in Abu Dhabi, becoming the first production car to exceed 500 km/h.