World’s First Upside-Down Driving Hypercar Unveiled
McMurtry Speirling Breaks New Ground - Literally - By Driving Upside Down
McMurtry Speirling, the electric hypercar already known for obliterating track records, has just pulled off another jaw-dropping stunt—driving upside down. Yes, you read that right. This UK-engineered beast is now officially the first electric hypercar to drive while inverted, adding a wild new chapter to its growing legacy.
This gravity-defying feat happened at McMurtry’s Gloucestershire headquarters, under the watchful eyes of independent adjudicators. But this wasn’t just a Hollywood-style gimmick—this was real science and serious engineering.
At the heart of the magic is the car’s “Downforce-on-Demand” fan system. Using two powerful fans, the Speirling creates a vacuum underneath itself, producing 2,000 kg of downforce—even when stationary. For context, that’s double the weight of the car itself, which tips the scales at 1,000 kg.
These fans not only give the car the sci-fi aura of a fighter jet, but also serve a major functional purpose. The increased grip they provide keeps the car glued to the track—or the ceiling, apparently—delivering unmatched performance.
To demonstrate this groundbreaking capability, the Speirling drove up a ramp onto a rotating rig. As the platform flipped upside down, the fan system kicked in, holding the car tightly against the rig’s surface. With Thomas Yates behind the wheel, the car calmly drove forward, completely inverted.
The Speirling wasn't just performing—it looked the part too. Decked out in a striking gloss black “falcon camouflage” over a matte black base, the design paid homage to McMurtry’s original 2021 fan car. The falcon, inspired by the peregrine in the company’s logo, was also cleverly positioned for visibility when viewed upside down.
The specific model used was the Speirling PURE Validation Prototype 1 (VP1), an early preview of a customer version set to launch in 2026. Powered by a 100 kWh battery, it packs enough juice for 20 minutes of high-speed racing—a sprint rather than a marathon, but one at breakneck speed.
With this record-breaking stunt, McMurtry isn’t just redefining what electric cars can do—they’re flipping the whole idea of racing on its head.
McMurtry Speirling, the electric hypercar already known for obliterating track records, has just pulled off another jaw-dropping stunt—driving upside down. Yes, you read that right. This UK-engineered beast is now officially the first electric hypercar to drive while inverted, adding a wild new chapter to its growing legacy.
This gravity-defying feat happened at McMurtry’s Gloucestershire headquarters, under the watchful eyes of independent adjudicators. But this wasn’t just a Hollywood-style gimmick—this was real science and serious engineering.
At the heart of the magic is the car’s “Downforce-on-Demand” fan system. Using two powerful fans, the Speirling creates a vacuum underneath itself, producing 2,000 kg of downforce—even when stationary. For context, that’s double the weight of the car itself, which tips the scales at 1,000 kg.
These fans not only give the car the sci-fi aura of a fighter jet, but also serve a major functional purpose. The increased grip they provide keeps the car glued to the track—or the ceiling, apparently—delivering unmatched performance.
To demonstrate this groundbreaking capability, the Speirling drove up a ramp onto a rotating rig. As the platform flipped upside down, the fan system kicked in, holding the car tightly against the rig’s surface. With Thomas Yates behind the wheel, the car calmly drove forward, completely inverted.
The Speirling wasn't just performing—it looked the part too. Decked out in a striking gloss black “falcon camouflage” over a matte black base, the design paid homage to McMurtry’s original 2021 fan car. The falcon, inspired by the peregrine in the company’s logo, was also cleverly positioned for visibility when viewed upside down.
The specific model used was the Speirling PURE Validation Prototype 1 (VP1), an early preview of a customer version set to launch in 2026. Powered by a 100 kWh battery, it packs enough juice for 20 minutes of high-speed racing—a sprint rather than a marathon, but one at breakneck speed.
With this record-breaking stunt, McMurtry isn’t just redefining what electric cars can do—they’re flipping the whole idea of racing on its head.
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