Bloodhound 1,000mph car project hits skids as funding runs out

British engineering firm seeking £25m to launch land speed record-beating attempt

Bloodhound
Bloodhound’s jet car reached 200mph in New Quay last year
(Image credit: 2017 Getty Images)

The British-led company behind a bid to build a record-breaking 1,000mph jet-powered car has been forced to call a halt to the project after entering administration.

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