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Zero to 1,050 MPH in 40 Seconds

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

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Zero to 1,050 MPH in 40 Seconds

Andy Green, an RAF wing commander, broke the sound barrier in a jet car called ThrustSSC in 1997. Now, a new car capable of breaking the sound barrier is in the making with a lofty goal of 1,000 miles per hour for its top speed. Entitled Bloodhound Project, the invention is being spearheaded by the original car's developer, Richard Noble.

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