Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News

NASCAR Unveils Electric SUV Prototype With 1,300 Horsepower

CJ Tobin, senior engineer of vehicle systems, cleans a prototype of the first electric racecar at the NASCAR R&D Center in Concord, N.C., Monday, July 1, 2024. The top motorsports series in North Amer

NASCAR, known for its loud, fast, gas-guzzling cars, surprised fans by unveiling an all-electric SUV prototype with twice the horsepower of their current vehicles. This move signifies the advancement of electric vehicle technology, even in a sport steeped in tradition.

The colorful prototype features big wheels and a rear wing for high-speed stability, resembling typical NASCAR aesthetics. However, the sport's signature V8 engines remain central to its identity, with no immediate plans to transition to electric power.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.