Plugging those values into the acceleration equation yields a 0-60 mph time of 1.1 seconds with rocket assist. However, that assumes the rockets will be able to run for a full 0-60 mph pull.

Formula Student teams have showcased their innovations several times before, including in 2016 when another ETH Zurich team set a previous 0-62 mph acceleration record of 1.5 seconds. Read More EV ...

NASA and Howe Industries are working on a new rocket to make the trip to Mars much more manageable. The Pulsed Plasma Rocket could boast 100,000 N of thrust, unlocking speeds of up to half a ...