Andy Green Returns for Hydrogen Speed Record | Hattiesburg News

Andy Green, the only person to ever break the sound barrier in a car, is back on Bonneville Salt Flats—not chasing just speed, but a bold statement for clean energy. At 64, he’s piloting JCB’s hydrogen-powered Hydromax, a 32-foot beast with twin 1,600-horsepower engines, aiming to shatter his own diesel record and eclipse electric vehicle benchmarks. With practice runs hitting 368 mph, the official attempt looms, pending validation by global motorsport authorities. But this isn’t just about records—it’s about proving hydrogen’s viability, despite its flammability risks and current reliance on fossil-fuel production, all while honoring Green’s legacy as a retired fighter pilot who once roared at 763 mph. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2c91deaf7593fd86