Chasing Speed: Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Quest
by AutoExpert | 7 February, 2024
Picture this: Koenigsegg, the Swedish speed demon maker, is teasing us with whispers of a new top speed record. That's right, Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut, which is basically a rocket on wheels, might just zoom past every speed record out there later this year.
Now, imagine the scene: fresh off the production line, the first Jesko Absolut keys get handed over to a lucky someone in Switzerland. And with these beauties starting to purr on the streets, Christian von Koenigsegg, the genius behind these monsters, is all, "Hey, why not smash a world record?" They're now on a mission to find the longest, straightest stretch of road where they can really let this beast fly. But, finding the perfect spot is turning out to be a bit of a treasure hunt.
Flashback to 2020, when the Jesko Absolut first strutted onto the stage at the Geneva Motor Show, everyone's jaws hit the floor. This thing is not just any hypercar; it's a sleek, speed-hungry machine cranked up to 1,600 hp when it snacks on E85 fuel. Koenigsegg went all out, trimming down the aero to make it as slippery as possible, all while tossing in a roomier trunk because, hey, even speedsters need to pack a suitcase sometimes.
The grapevine has it that, in the perfect world of simulations, the Jesko Absolut could hit a dizzying 330 mph. But Christian himself has been like, "Well, it's all about the right place, the right driver, and the car stepping up." They're not just aiming to break any record; they've got their eyes on the prize, looking to outpace the SSC Tuatara's 282.9 mph run and even Bugatti's 304.77 mph dash that was more of a one-hit wonder.
And let’s not forget, it’s not just Koenigsegg in this high-stakes race. Hennessey with their Venom F5 is also gunning for glory, making this whole thing feel like the ultimate showdown in the world of speed.
So, what do you think? Will the Jesko Absolut reign supreme and snag the crown? One thing's for sure, this speed chase is far from over, and I'm here for it. Buckle up, folks; we’re in for a heck of a ride!