Andy Green sets new speed record in hydrogen-powered vehicle at Bonneville

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Andy Green sets new speed record in hydrogen-powered vehicle at Bonneville

Summary

Andy Green, the land-speed record holder, achieved a new record of 406.320 mph in a hydrogen-powered vehicle, the JCB Hydromax. The run took place at Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2026 and surpassed the previous record for this vehicle class of 350.092 mph. Green, who has a background as a Royal Air Force fighter pilot, emphasized the significance of advancing hydrogen technology for public use. The test drive highlights the potential environmental benefits of hydrogen vehicles, as the Hydromax emits only water as a byproduct.

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•Green set the record run in a hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax.
•The speed run achieved 406.320 mph, exceeding the old record by over 56 mph.
•The test was conducted at Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2026.
•Green aims to push forward the science of hydrogen-powered vehicles.
•The JCB Hydromax emits only water, with no hydrocarbons.

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Andy Green, land-speed record holder, is not one to rest on laurels. Last week he set yet another speed record, this time in a hydrogen-powered vehicle.
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