And while speed limits and other road users mean there is little practical application for really fast cars in day-to-day life, human nature means engineers, designers and drivers alike are always keen to see just how much faster a car can be made to go. This principle very much applies to cars, with manufacturers seeking constantly seeking to make the world’s fastest car ever. From the invention of the wheel to supersonic aircraft, going more quickly means being able to do more things, more efficiently, while also offering advantages over those who must travel more slowly. Speed has fascinated humankind for as long as people have been on the planet. Here’s a rundown of the fastest cars on the planet right now.
Since the birth of the automobile, manufacturers have been trying to make the quickest cars they can.