A Ford Mustang Mach-E piloted by Webfleet-sponsored drivers has set a new electric car world record after racking up an incredible 569 miles (915km) on a single charge.

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The new benchmark for EV performance was set on public roads in the UK and beats the previous record of 563.97 miles (906km), set in Hangzhou, China.

It also surpasses the official range figure for the fully electric Mach-E SUV, marking a 52.5% uplift on the 373-mile (600km) WLTP figure for the Premium Extended Range RWD Auto model chosen for the record-breaking achievement. The vehicle, equipped with a 91kWh battery and 18-inch wheels fitted with Bridgestone tyres, was selected for its advanced battery technology and driver comfort.

Driven by expert hypermilers Kevin Booker and Sam Clarke and supported by co-pilot Richard Parker of Webfleet, the Mustang Mach-E achieved 6.25 miles per kilowatt hour (kWh) on public roads throughout Norfolk, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Cambridgeshire.

The drive, completed over 24 hours, included a mix of urban and rural roads to emulate real-world driving conditions.

The record attempt was documented with independently verified video footage, odometer readings, GPS, and battery level data from Webfleet.

Bridgestone tyres were seen as a critical component in the world record attempt, offering outstanding mileage and low rolling resistance.

“This record is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in this endeavour,” said Beverley Wise, Webfleet UKI Regional Director for Bridgestone Mobility Solutions.

“It represents a significant milestone in the electrification of road transport and demonstrates the potential of electric vehicles when supported by innovative Bridgestone tyre design and advanced fleet management technology.”

Kevin Booker remarked: “Breaking this record has been an exhilarating journey and a powerful demonstration of what electric vehicles can achieve. It is incredible to see how far we have come with EV technology and efficiency. We hope this inspires more people to consider electric vehicles for their everyday travel.”

Sam Clarke added: “Driving the Ford Mustang Mach-E for such a distance on a single charge was an extraordinary experience. The vehicle’s efficiency and the support from Webfleet’s technology made this possible.”

Clarke and Booker both have previous records for fuel economy and energy consumption in electric vehicles, holding five and two driving-related Guinness World Records titles respectively.

The AA provided official adjudication and its leading EV support services for the record attempt.

Edmund King, AA president, commented: “We are delighted to have supported this incredible achievement with our expert Patrols and backup team. The drivers, together with Ford Mustang Mach-E, Bridgestone and Webfleet, have all used their expertise to prove that EVs can go much further than people think. Such endeavours are important to show that electric vehicles can be a major part of the future transport mix.”