RED BULL CREATED A 15,000 RPM HYPERCAR - THE V10 IS BACK!

EV Channels Review

The Engineering Explained video delves into the highly anticipated Red Bull RB17 hypercar, a track-only machine designed by F1 legend Adrian Newey. The review highlights the car's extreme engineering, including a 15,000 RPM, 1,000 HP naturally aspirated V10 engine built by Cosworth, complemented by a 200 HP electric motor for a total of 1,200 HP. A key focus is the car's exceptional aerodynamics, featuring a massive diffuser and active fans, enabling it to generate 1,700 kg of downforce at 160 km/h, a figure limited by tire load capacity. The reviewer praises the innovative use of the hybrid system to eliminate the need for a starter, alternator, and reverse gear, while also aiding low-speed torque fill. However, a significant drawback identified is the car's track-only nature and the perplexing decision to limit downforce by road-legal tire specifications, despite it not being road-legal. The limited production run of 50 units and an $8 million price tag further underscore its exclusivity.