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Andy Green sets hydrogen vehicle speed record at 406 mph in Utah

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:24 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Andy Green sets hydrogen vehicle speed record at 406 mph in Utah
Summary

On August 12, Andy Green, a retired Royal Air Force pilot, achieved a new world land speed record for a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406.32 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. This record surpasses the previous mark set in 2004 by over 220 mph. The vehicle, known as the Hydromax Streamliner, utilizes two 800 horsepower hydrogen internal combustion engines, showcasing the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source. Green previously set a diesel-powered record of 350 mph in 2006. The attempt has been verified by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, marking a significant milestone for hydrogen technology in motorsport.

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  • •Green's Hydromax Streamliner achieved 406.32 mph on August 12.
  • •Record surpassed the prior hydrogen vehicle speed by over 220 mph.
  • •Two 800 horsepower engines powered the hydrogen car.
  • •Green is the only person to break the sound barrier on land.
  • •The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile verified the record.
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  • 10:24 AMYahoo Sports — Fastest man on land pushes hydrogen car to record 406 mph in Utah desert
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A retired Royal Air Force fighter pilot, the only person to break the sound barrier on land, set a world land speed record for a hydrogen-powered car.

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