Rimac Automobili recently partnered with Red Bull athlete Dario Costa for an unprecedented aviation feat in Turkey, where a plane landed on a moving train. Despite not directly powering the aircraft, Rimac's electric hypercars, the Nevera and the more extreme Nevera R, were instrumental in the preparation. These vehicles, known for their immense power of 1,914 horsepower and rapid acceleration, were used to replicate the speed and visual dynamics of a moving train, providing Costa with a realistic and safe environment to practice his complex take-off and landing maneuvers in Croatia. This innovative use of hypercars bypassed the logistical difficulties and risks associated with practicing on an actual train, demonstrating a creative solution to a unique training challenge.
Beyond supplying these high-performance electric vehicles, Rimac's engineering prowess was also vital to the success of the stunt. The company leveraged its computational fluid dynamics (CFD) capabilities to develop a custom canopy for Costa's aircraft. Additionally, Rimac designed a specialized pilot's seat aimed at enhancing stability and minimizing fatigue during the demanding stunt. Mate Rimac, the founder, emphasized that this collaboration perfectly embodies Rimac's ethos of pushing boundaries and utilizing advanced tools to achieve ambitious goals. This successful partnership underscores the versatility of cutting-edge automotive technology and engineering in unexpected fields.
The successful completion of this record-setting stunt on a 2.5-kilometer railway track on February 15, 2026, showcases the extraordinary achievements possible when diverse fields of innovation converge. Such collaborations not only push the limits of what is conceivable but also inspire future advancements. This event serves as a testament to human ingenuity and the spirit of daring exploration, encouraging us to look beyond conventional applications for technology and embrace challenges that redefine our understanding of possibility.