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EV Drifting? Yes, Really
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N has a drift mode. That means drivers can slide around corners like a pro even in an electric car. It’ s designed for people who love sporty driving. The system balances power and braking to help you drift safely. Just maybe not in a shopping centre car park.
2.85 Million Miles on One Volvo
A man in the US drove his Volvo 1800S for 2.85 million miles. That’ s about 100 trips around the Earth. The car still runs and has the original engine. It holds the world record for the most miles on a personal car. Now that’ s what you call reliable.
F1 Cars Could Stick to a Tunnel Roof
Formula 1 cars produce so much aerodynamic downforce that, in theory, they could drive upside down in a tunnel. Engineers say it only takes about 100 mph to stick to the ceiling. While no one has tested it in real life, the science checks out. It’ s one of the most mind-blowing facts in motorsport. Speed really does make all the difference.
Cruise Control Invented by a Blind Engineer
Ralph Teetor, who was blind, invented cruise control in the 1940s. He was frustrated by how drivers would speed up and slow down constantly. His idea kept the car at a steady pace without using the pedals. The system became standard in many vehicles. Today, his invention lives on in nearly every modern car.
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