The Yangwang U9 Reaches 244 MPH In New Round of Testing

There’s no doubting the Yangwang U9’s performance bona fides now.

BYD’s electric supercar recently eclipsed 240 mph during testing earlier this month, according to CarScoops. That speed further solidifies the coupé’s position as the third fastest EV in the world.

Eyebrows were raised earlier this year when BYD announced that its luxury brand, Yangwang, was releasing its first supercar. Was there really room in a field dominated by the likes of Ferrari,…