The world’s first wooden supercar, called the Splinter, has been unveiled. Producing
600 bhp from its 4.6 liter V8 engine, and with a top speed of 240 mph, this car will leave
just about everyone else in the dust.
Splinter is made from a combination of maple, plywood, and MDF, giving it a beautiful look
while cutting from its weight. Even the wheels have wooden rims. Joe Harmon, who is
heading the project, said, “Wood has a higher strength-to-weight ratio than aluminium or
steel, and it possesses a versatility that makes many types of construction techniques
possible. The satisfaction involved in making something from a piece of wood is awesome.”
The car also has a roll cage to protect the occupants and stiffen the chassis. We’re
guessing that would come in handy seeing as there is an almost infinite number of things
that can go wrong with a wooden car.
This car looks absolutely beautiful, but it just makes you cringe thinking what could happen
to it. Imagine your expensive supercar on fire. Or, imagine a nice, big rock hitting it on the
freeway. It looks as though this car belongs in a garage or showcase more than on the
road. Don’t get us wrong though - with that kind of power under the hood it would be
awfully fun to drive one anyway.

Splinter is set to hit the road later this year. A price has not been announced.