UK pair set new world record for the longest EV trip on a single charge

The Guinness World Record for the longest journey by electric car has been smashed by a team from the UK.

Drivers Kevin Booker and Sam Clarke piloted their Ford Mustang Mach-E for a total of 569.64 miles without a charge to break the previous record of 563.971 miles set in China in September 2023.

Sponsored by logistics experts Webfleet, the pair exceeded the Mustang Mach-E’s official range by almost 200 miles and averaged 6.25 miles/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.

Prior to the record attempt, the duo were already holders of multiple world records. Kevin held four including the most efficient drive from John o’ Groats to Land’s End in the Ford Mustang Mach-E, completing that trip with just one charge stop and the shortest charging time on that route. He also set the world record for the longest drive in an electric van on a single charge, alongside Sam.

On completing the record, Kevin said: “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 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.”

As with several of Kevin’s previous records, the pair used a Ford Mustang Mach-E to tackle the challenge. The Premium Extended Range RWD motor used an updated 91kWh motor, compared with the 89kWh of the car used in previous records, and was fitted with 18-inch wheels and low-rolling resistance Bridgestone tyres.

“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.”

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

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

Edmund King OBE, 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.”