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Hyperion XP-1. NASA tech

Old Oct 28, 2022 | 06:50 PM
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Default Hyperion XP-1. NASA tech








2,275 pounds
220 MPH top speed
2.2 0-60mph





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Old Oct 29, 2022 | 08:22 AM
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Wow what a car.

I was nervous about those tie down straps snapping when on the dyno, was definately cringing. lol
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that video was actually very cool. the car is bananas. watching it move it looks like the front suspension is broken but hey it's a prototype.

as always the key question is hydrogen supply / fueling.

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The software (and the UI in general) looks awesome. Love the use of audio here.
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