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Soviets Push 700 Mile Per Hour Car Design
The Soviet Institute for Automobiles and Roads aims to build the world’s fastest car with gas turbines delivering 5,000 horsepower. Pravda Ukrainy reports a 742 mph target and a 30 foot length, with initial tests using radio signals rather than drivers. Chief engineer Vladimir K. Nikitin says plans include overcoming the sound barrier.
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