Mitsubishi Evolution runs 236.7 mph standing mile!

The following footage shows a Mitsubishi Evo breaking yet another world record. These cars are constantly in the lime light for shattering world records, it's no surprise that we have yet another. This time, the Evo registered the standing mile run at 236.7 miles per hour! Watching the footage below, if you blink twice you just might miss the run. Yeah, it's that fast. I'm personally infatuated when I see a four cylinder engine run over 200 miles per hour; that's just uncanny. What kind of engineering must go into a vehicle like this to run almost 240 mph? Move over Bugatti Veyron, JDM is quickly catching your royal record. Discuss this article with CarDomain.com

JDM's are perfect for high power to weight ratio, horsepower per liter, and overall fun. They are light weight vehicles to begin with, so adding performance and reducing weight just turns better into best. There are several JDM vehicles that are prime for modification, but typically the Mitsubishi Evolution is a prime suspect. The later models are great for looks, but just like the Subaru's the early version Evo's are much lighter in chassis weight. They might not have a fancy curb appeal, but where it counts they shine.

Take a look at the modifications completed on this vehicle to achieve such an impressive run. First off, the exterior modifications are setup to create ideal aerodynamics for the speed. When you are driving at 200+ mph, the last thing you want is air to get under your vehicle. At that speed, it's enough air pressure to force your vehicle airborne. Like a kite of death, top speed runs can quickly turn fatal and must be properly prepared. Down force must also be appropriately managed; too much you'll run slow and not enough you'll be airborne. Running top speed challenges is much more than bolt on and chrome "go-fasters" that you find at the local auto parts store. It's about engineering, craftsmanship, and extreme testicular fortitude.

Video content: New Mitsubishi Evo world record


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 Source: Tampa Sports Car Examiner