Tachyon Speed – The 1,250-HP Electric Hypercar Born in the USA

Hypercurrent Drive - Over the past several years, electric vehicles have transformed from quiet, eco-conscious commuters into roaring, lightning-fast hypercars that redefine the limits of automotive performance. By 2018, it was no longer surprising to see electric machines dominating drag strips or grabbing headlines for their mind-blowing acceleration. While names like Rimac Concept One, Faraday Future, and even Tesla were already making waves at the time, there was another remarkable contender that quietly emerged from the shadows—Tachyon Speed, a concept born from sci-fi-level imagination and engineered with raw, electrifying power. 

The RAESR Tachyon Speed electric-powered hypercar. (Picture from: AutoExpress)

The name "Tachyon" isn't just for flair. It's taken from a theoretical particle that moves faster than light—a fitting metaphor for a vehicle engineered to push the boundaries of speed and innovation. Behind this marvel is RAESR, short for Rice Advanced Engineering Systems and Research, a small Southern California-based outfit with colossal ambitions. RAESR began working on the Tachyon Speed back in the summer of 2012, dedicating years to developing a car that could one day join the ranks of elite hypercars. While larger automakers were still flirting with electric prototypes, RAESR was deep in the trenches building something revolutionary from the ground up.

Front view of the RAESR Tachyon Speed electric-powered hypercar. (Picture from: Autoblog)

What sets the Tachyon Speed apart is not just its electric powertrain, but how boldly it delivers it. Powered by six electric motors, the car boasts a staggering output of over 1,250 horsepower and a jaw-dropping torque of 4,948 Nm (3,650 lb-ft). This isn’t just a boost off the line—it’s a full-on launch into hyperspace. With a weight of only 1,338 kilograms thanks to its all-carbon fiber body, every ounce of energy is used with brutal efficiency. RAESR estimates it can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in under 3 seconds, and hit 120 mph in less than 7 seconds. Top speed? Around 240 mph (386 kph). While that number may fall short of Bugatti’s or Koenigsegg’s records, Tachyon Speed is built for something even more thrilling—instant, relentless thrust.

Right side view of the RAESR Tachyon Speed electric-powered hypercar. (Picture from: InfinityBox)

Aerodynamics also plays a critical role. The car features an adjustable active rear wing along with four fixed front wings, giving it the ability to produce 400 pounds of downforce in low mode or over 1,000 pounds in high-downforce settings. That kind of grip is essential when you’re moving at the edge of physics. And then there’s the cockpit—a single-seat fighter jet-inspired canopy placing the driver in the center, echoing the design of track-focused legends like the Caparo T1. The experience promises not only speed but a deep, visceral connection between human and machine.

Rear shot of the RAESR Tachyon Speed electric-powered hypercar. (Picture from: InfinityBox)

However, like all electric hypercars, Tachyon Speed faces a modern limitation: range. RAESR claims the car can travel over 150 miles (around 241 kilometers) on a single charge under urban driving conditions. That’s decent for a high-performance concept, though a far cry from long-distance practicality. Still, it's a reminder that this vehicle wasn’t built for endurance—it was built to thrill.

As of today, Tachyon Speed remains a concept, a bold vision of what could be rather than what currently is. But that doesn't make it any less exciting. In a world where many electric hypercars fade away as design studies or digital renderings, RAESR’s dedication to creating a working prototype shows that this dream might one day hit the streets. Whether it ultimately becomes a production vehicle or stays in the realm of high-tech showpieces, Tachyon Speed already proves one thing clearly: innovation in the electric performance world is just getting started.

Rear right side view of the RAESR Tachyon Speed electric-powered hypercar. (Picture from: Autoblog)

And if this is what a small American team can conjure up with vision and commitment, the future of electric hypercars is bound to be astonishing. *** [EKA [31072018] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | RAESR | AUTOEXPRESS | AUTOBLOG | INFINITYBOX ]

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