On June 7th and 8th, the Spéirling PURE (Validation Prototype 1) fan car was presented to track-driving customers at the Hockenheimring F1 circuit over two days. The car was showcased in both shared and exclusive sessions during the Dörr Group Track day. The shared sessions involved other track-focused and race cars.

The Dörr Group organized two dedicated McMurtry sessions so that guests could experience the fan car’s performance without interruption. To build further anticipation, the local timekeepers set up a laser lap timer on the start-finish straight. On June 8th, 2024, with the car running at 75% power and 75% downforce, it achieved a lap time of 1.24.43 on the 2.842-mile F1 circuit. This was verified by independent timekeepers and driven by former-F1 driver Max Chilton, who is also the record holder at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. 

This lap time was 14.1 seconds faster than the exclusive track-focused hypercar, the Mercedes-AMG One, achieved in 2022. Additionally, it was 3.907 seconds faster than the DTM qualifying time in 2020, making it the fastest closed wheel car ever around Hockenheimring.  

The McMurtry Spéirling PURE is a hyper-track car available for order worldwide. It utilizes a unique downforce-on-demand system to provide exceptional downforce and grip right from 0mph. This system works alongside the 1000bhp electric powertrain, offering selectable performance drive modes from GT3 to F1-level pace. 

Max Chilton, the test driver, expressed that showcasing the car at busy track events is always special. He mentioned feeling the atmosphere and excitement as he drove the car through famous bends at Hockenheim, experiencing sensations similar to when he raced there in F1 10 years ago. Chilton added, “The Speirling PURE is a great way for track drivers to experience the same thing.” 

Thomas Yates, Managing Director of McMurtry Automotive, mentioned that guests at the Dörr Group Track Day were intrigued to learn about the story behind fan cars and the future for track drivers who own them. He expressed gratitude to Dörr Group and Hockenheim for hosting the event and stated that achieving another record is a significant milestone for McMurty’s team and customers to be proud of.