Hyperion XP-1: The world’s first hydrogen powered supercar

Hyperion has unveiled the XP-1, the supercar that’s as close to zero-emissions as it gets thanks to its hydrogen powered motors.

Despite comparisons to Tesla, Hyperion - also based in California - is not looking to take on the Elon Musk led car manufacturer. Even though the XP-1 is being touted as a ‘Tesla killer’.

Hyperion’s hydrogen powered beast, however, is a one-off, with the American company building only 300 of them.

The XP-1 is a supercar in all but fuel, capable of touching speeds of 350 kilometers per hour and going from 0-100 in less than three seconds.

From afar, the XP-1 might look like a modified Bugatti Chiron, but the closer you get the more the myth is dispelled. While the car does borrow a few design cues, it looks much more futuristic than a Bugatti.