What once seemed like an outrageous engineering experiment has now entered a new chapter. The McMurtry Automotive has officially begun production of the McMurtry Spéirling PURE at its newly opened 2,700 square meter facility in Gloucestershire, England.
The Spéirling’s journey from prototype to production marks a defining moment not just for the company, but for the future of high performance electric engineering.
A Hypercar That Rewrites the Rulebook
The Spéirling PURE remains uncompromising in its mission. This is a single seat, all electric track car designed with one objective: speed. With approximately 1,000 horsepower sent to the rear wheels and a revolutionary fan powered downforce system, it delivers grip levels that defy traditional aerodynamic logic.
Unlike conventional race cars that rely on airflow at high speeds, the Spéirling generates immense downforce even when stationary. The result is astonishing traction out of corners and performance figures that challenge the limits of physics.
This is not a hypercar chasing road legal credentials or lifestyle appeal. It is unapologetically built for the circuit, aimed at drivers who demand the most focused and extreme experience possible.
The Record That Shocked the Motorsport World
Long before production was confirmed, the Spéirling had already secured its place in modern motorsport folklore.
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2022, the compact electric machine shattered the hill climb record, outperforming vehicles including contemporary Formula 1 machinery. The achievement instantly elevated the brand from ambitious startup to serious engineering powerhouse.
It later posted blistering lap times on the Top Gear test track and stunned audiences by demonstrating the sheer capability of its fan system, even driving upside down in a controlled environment. These were not publicity stunts. They were statements of intent.
Production Begins in Gloucestershire
Now, that intent becomes tangible. Customer deliveries of the Spéirling PURE are expected to begin in the summer of 2026, with pricing set just under one million pounds before taxes and shipping.
The new Gloucestershire facility represents more than manufacturing capacity. It signals that McMurtry is transitioning from visionary prototype builder to low volume performance manufacturer. Each car will embody the same radical philosophy that defined the original record breaking prototype, only refined and prepared for private ownership.
Beyond a Single Model
Alongside the production announcement, McMurtry has launched a dedicated technology division focused on commercializing the innovations developed for the Spéirling. This move suggests ambitions that extend far beyond a single hypercar.
The fan based downforce system and compact high output electric powertrain could influence future performance vehicles, racing applications, and potentially even broader engineering fields. In an industry rapidly pivoting toward electrification, McMurtry is not simply following the shift. It is redefining what electric performance can look like.
The Future of Speed
Compact, brutally fast, and radically engineered, the McMurtry Spéirling PURE is proof that the future of speed does not have to follow conventional design language. It can be electric. It can be unconventional. And it can be utterly dominant on track.
For those fortunate enough to secure one, the Spéirling will not just be a car. It will be an experience that challenges everything we thought we knew about performance.
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