Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-09-22 00:44Core Insights - BYD's high-end brand Yangwang has officially announced the naming of its track-special version model as Yangwang U9 Xtreme (U9X) [1] - The U9X has set a new global speed record of 496.22 km/h at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, surpassing all fuel vehicles and becoming the "fastest car in the world" [1] - The U9X focuses on track performance, featuring significant upgrades in both hardware and software, including four high-performance motors with 30,000 rpm and a track-level blade battery [1] - The U9X also achieved an impressive lap time of 6 minutes and 59.157 seconds at the Nürburgring, marking a significant breakthrough for Chinese electric vehicles in the high-performance sector [1] - The U9X is now available for pre-sale, with a limited global release of 30 units, each offering a unique customization option [2] Performance Highlights - The U9X's design emphasizes track capabilities, differentiating it from the current U9 model which balances daily comfort and track enjoyment [1] - The vehicle's braking system has been optimized with a deep calibration of the electric braking algorithm, reducing mechanical braking load [1] - The upcoming tests at the Nürburgring in October aim to further improve the U9X's performance [1]