BYD Hypercar Worth $3 Million Involved in Serious Accident
During high-speed testing, the 2,977 hp BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme hypercar crashed on a closed track in China before attempting to exceed 500 km/h. The driver reportedly remained uninjured.
During testing on November 2, the vehicle lost control on a closed track and collided with a barrier. The impact completely severed the rear axle, and the body sustained serious damage. The exact speed of the car and the cause of the accident have not been disclosed.
BYD plans a test run of the Yangwang U9 Xtreme in the UAE to surpass its own record of 496.22 km/h, set in September 2025. It is not yet known whether the accident will affect these plans.
The $3 million hypercar is equipped with four electric motors with a total output of 2,220 kW (2,977 hp), a 1,200-volt architecture, and an 80 kWh battery.
