Elite Traveler January-February 2015

DISCOVER

Motoring

SPIRIT OF THE TORNADO The Venom F5 is the latest jaw-dropper from Texan supercar firm Hennessey. The replacement for the GT, it hits the roads later this year and takes its name from the top of the scale used to measure tornados. With everything shaped to reduce drag and a kerb weight of just 1,300kg, the F5 will, in theory, hit 290mph and beat the GT’s 0-200mph time. While the F5 will shine on a track, there’s also a single clutch paddle-shift transmission and GPS-based traction control that Hennessey partner Don Goldman says will make it “easier and more satisfying to drive, day in and day out.” venomgt.com/venom-f5/

“The F5 retains the raw, explosive edge that makes the GT such a thrill ride” Don Goldman, partner, Hennessey