Molicel Powers McMurtry to Dominate Global Race Tracks

McMurtry Automotive has continued its impressive performance in 2024, powered by Molicel’s cutting-edge battery technology. The innovative McMurtry Spéirling fan car has been making headlines since it broke the record at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb in 2022, clocking an astonishing 39.08 seconds.

 

2024 has been a year of remarkable achievements for McMurtry. The Spéirling PURE has conquered both European and American circuits, showcasing its exceptional performance and versatility.

Highlights of the Spéirling PURE ‘s performance on various circuits:

  • Hockenheim: The Spéirling PURE broke the closed-wheel track record in June. Running at 75% power and 75% downforce, it achieved a lap time of 1.24.43 seconds, surpassing the previous record set by a Mercedes-AMG One by 14.1 seconds.
  • Castle Combe: The Spéirling PURE set the fastest lap ever recorded at this historic UK circuit in August with a time of 54.559 seconds. This is 4.037 seconds faster than the previous outright fastest race lap record and 9.796 seconds faster than the GT3 lap record.
  • Laguna Seca: The Spéirling PURE claimed two records at the iconic Laguna Seca Reverse Corkscrew Hillclimb in August. It surpassed the previous hillclimb record by 6 seconds, clocking a time of 28.6 seconds compared to the previous record of 34.69 seconds. It also set a new record on the shorter 2024 layout, achieving a time of 21.958 seconds.

 

With Molicel’s cutting-edge battery technology powering the McMurtry Spéirling PURE, the future looks promising for hyper EVs in the racing world.

 

“It’s a testament to our hard work to see McMurtry succeeding on the global stage. McMurtry’s success is a proud moment for Molicel. Despite the conservative nature of the hyper EV industry, Molicel has taken a bold step forward. Our innovative P50B ultra-high-power cell is poised to revolutionize hyper EVs. We plan to upgrade our battery technology by 20% in all aspects, including energy density, capacity, and safety levels. With P50B’s exceptional performance, it will not only lead the automotive ecosystem but also redefine what’s possible in EV technology” said Casey Shiue, President of Molicel.

 

The INR-21700-P50B, Molicel’s next-generation power cell, has the highest energy density 260Wh/kg and can offer unbeatable peak power of over 400W and 5C ultra-fast charging. It’s designed to cater for the premium segment in demanding mobility applications.

Download datasheet of INR-21700-P50B:

https://www.molicel.com/product/inr-21700-p50b-low-impedance/

 

Molicel remains a steadfast partner, providing the cutting-edge battery technology that powers McMurtry’s success. With the Spéirling PURE set for commercial production, McMurtry is poised to make a significant impact on the global hyper EV market. Existing deposit holders will receive delivery soon in 2025.