From a humble Thai energy drink to a global empire, Red Bull continues to innovate. One of its most vibrant divisions is Red Bull Motorsports. This division not only sponsors various motorsport and adventure sports teams but also takes on unique projects, like building the world’s fastest first-person view (FPV) drone.
In a recent video release by Red Bull, a drone was shown keeping up with Max Verstappen’s 2024 F1 car around Silverstone. The stunning footage captured by the drone’s camera in soaking-wet conditions showcases speeds exceeding 150 miles per hour. The cinematic quality of the footage resembles a video game but is very much real and breathtaking.
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The Tesla Model S Plaid is a performance benchmark.
The 1,040 hp tri-motor Tesla Model S Plaid, known for its performance, was originally one of the fastest-accelerating production cars until the Rimac Nevera was introduced. Its recent sighting in Maranello possibly benchmarked against a Ferrari shows its undeniable prowess.
The world’s fastest FPV drone, which raced the Red Bull F1 car, was not made by Red Bull. Dutch Drone Gods, a team of drone specialists from the Netherlands, constructed it with help from engineers at Red Bull Advanced Technologies. Fine-tuning by RBAT’s experts optimized the drone for speed and performance.
This exceptional drone also challenged the 1,050 horsepower Tesla Model S Plaid and showcased its unmatched speed. Surprisingly, the drone’s power-to-weight ratio far exceeds that of the high-performance Plaid, making it a spectacle to witness in action.
With advanced capabilities like a top speed of 217 mph, acceleration in just two seconds, and generating 6Gs at max load, this drone sets a new standard for FPV technology and aerial footage. It demonstrates the potential of electric power, lightweight materials, and innovative engineering in the drone industry.