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JCB breaks diesel speed record

JCB DIESELMAX hits 350mph and breaks its own diesel land speed record

Yesterday the JCB DIESELMAX achieved a stunning 350mph (563kph) at the Bonneville Salt Flats to break its own land speed record for diesel-powered cars set on the previous day by Andy Green.

On the previous day (Tuesday 22nd), JCB DIESELMAX became the world's fastest diesel when Andy Green drove it to an FIA-sanctioned speed of 328.767mph (526.027kph). On Wednesday 23rd August he improved on that significantly with a new record of 350.092mph (563.418kph) after two passes in opposite directions, within one hour.

As he was feted by his jubilant crew, Green said: "I am so pleased that we have got the car to 350mph which was always our ultimate goal and that was with a slow start to the second run. There is so much more to come as the car is pulling like a train and we still haven't used sixth gear!"

He added: "Today's record proves the potential we have always believed JCB DIESELMAX to possess. This is another great result for a wonderful team and a testament to British engineering."

Project leader Dr Tim Leverton, Project Director said: "Once again we have demonstrated the engineering and team effort that has gone into creating this extraordinary car."

*The record is subject to official ratification by the FIA.