DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Giti Tire has achieved another milestone in automotive engineering, earning the Guinness World Records™ title for "Highest Speed Achieved by Electric Vehicle Tyres" with its specially engineered GitiSport e.GTR2 Pro tyres achieving a record-breaking speed of 503.17 km/h (312.65 mph).
The achievement was celebrated on 6 November 2026 in Dubai, where Dr Enki Tan, Executive Chairman of Giti Tire Group, received the official Guinness World Records™ certificate during the "Celebration of Speed" event at Burj Khalifa.
Driven by German professional racing driver Marc Basseng, the YANGWANG U9 Xtreme achieved 503.17 km/h on 1 November 2026 on a specially secured section of Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road (E11) in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra Region, surpassing its previous benchmark of 496.22 km/h established at ATP Papenburg, Germany, in September 2025.
Engineering Beyond the Limits of Speed
The GitiSport e.GTR2 Pro represents the culmination of more than three years of collaborative development, engineering innovation and rigorous testing.
Engineered to withstand the extreme forces generated by an electric hypercar producing more than 3,000 PS, the bespoke tire incorporates advanced technologies including high-strength aramid fibre reinforcement and a specialised racing profile.
Throughout the programme, Giti's engineers worked closely with YANGWANG and Basseng, refining tire performance according to vehicle dynamics, aerodynamic changes and driving feedback. For the latest attempt, the tyres were further optimised for the conditions of the Abu Dhabi highway, with Giti's engineering team providing critical technical support.
"When you're pushing the limits of speed, confidence is everything. Having worked closely with Giti's engineers throughout this journey, I've developed tremendous trust in their expertise, dedication and attention to detail," said Marc Basseng.
"Knowing that every detail had been carefully tested, checked and prepared gave me the confidence to focus entirely on driving and push beyond what we had previously achieved."
A World Record That Reinforces Giti's Global Engineering Capabilities
For Giti Tire, the new Guinness World Records™ title represents more than an achievement in speed. It reflects the strength of Giti's international research and development network, its technical expertise and its ability to collaborate with leading automotive manufacturers on increasingly demanding projects.
"This will be marked as a true milestone in automotive history, going beyond 500km/h in an electric vehicle is an industry game changer. Giti and YANGWANG have together pushed beyond the limits of technology to attain the 'Highest Speed Achieved by Electric Vehicle tyres'," said Dr Tan.
"This achievement is a testament to innovation, dedication and the relentless pursuit of excellence demonstrated by our global research and development teams. We engineer tyres that perform under the most extreme conditions. Beyond setting records, this partnership reinforces our commitment to advancing tire technology, delivering innovative solutions for the evolving automotive industry and inspiring greater confidence in the Giti brand among vehicle manufacturers and motorists worldwide."
Extraordinary Engineering. Everyday Confidence.
With 75 years of tire manufacturing experience and a presence in more than 130 countries, Giti Tire continues to advance its engineering capabilities across a broad portfolio of passenger car, commercial vehicle and high-performance tyres.
The company's engineering capabilities extend beyond record-breaking hypercars. Giti's technical expertise and engineering excellence are recognised by leading automotive manufacturers worldwide, reflected in its extensive Original Equipment (OE) partnerships and growing presence across passenger vehicles, including electric and high-performance applications.
While the GitiSport e.GTR2 Pro was specifically developed for extreme-speed applications, the engineering expertise, advanced materials research, testing methodologies and precision behind such projects also contribute to Giti's wider approach to tire development.
From the extreme demands of a 503.17 km/h world-record run to the everyday priorities of braking, handling, comfort, efficiency and durability, Giti continues to apply its engineering expertise to the evolving needs of motorists worldwide.
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Giti Tire Makes History with Guinness World Records™ Title at 503.17 km/h
Giti Tire Makes History with Guinness World Records™ Title at 503.17 km/h
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- xTool, a global leader in personal creative tools, November 6th announced a strategic partnership with Viettel Commerce, a member of Viettel Group, one of Vietnam's leading telecommunications and technology groups, marking a significant step in xTool's expansion into Vietnam.
With an established customer base in North America and Europe, xTool serves creators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses who use its tools to turn creative ideas into products for sale. Through its partnership with Viettel, xTool aims to bring these creative technologies and the opportunities they enable to more Vietnamese consumers, creators, and businesses.
According to CIC Consulting, xTool held a 47% share of the global laser engraver and cutter market by gross merchandise value (GMV) in the first nine months of 2025—approximately six times that of the second-largest brand and more than the combined share of brands ranked second through tenth.
A Strategic Partnership to Expand xTool's Presence in Vietnam
Under the strategic partnership framework, xTool and Viettel will explore collaboration across three key areas:
- Retail and hands-on experiences: Explore in-store displays, pop-up experiences, live demonstrations, and on-site personalization, allowing consumers and business customers to experience xTool's technologies firsthand and see how customized products can be created in real time.
- E-commerce: Explore online sales opportunities through platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, and Tiki, alongside localized marketing, product information, and customer engagement.
- Business and enterprise applications: Identify opportunities in customized merchandise, branded products, small-batch production, education and training, and suitable enterprise projects, helping local businesses develop differentiated products and respond to personalized customer demand.
xTool will contribute its product portfolio, technical expertise, marketing resources, and training capabilities. Viettel will bring local market knowledge, channel and logistics resources, and enterprise customer relationships. Together, the two companies will explore ways to provide localized customer support, including Vietnamese-language product consultation, product demonstrations, training, and technical assistance as the partnership develops. Specific initiatives will be developed as the partnership progresses.
"Vietnam is an exciting next step in xTool's expansion in Southeast Asia. Around the world, we've seen people turn their ideas into products and their creativity into businesses. We believe these opportunities can extend to more entrepreneurs in Vietnam. By combining xTool's innovative products and global experience with Viettel's strong local capabilities, we hope to help more Vietnamese entrepreneurs bring their ideas to market and build businesses of their own."
— Howard Zhong, Head of EMEA & Emerging Markets, xTool
Turning Creativity into Business Opportunities
Vietnam's entrepreneurial spirit and growing demand for personalized products create opportunities for individuals to turn creative ideas into viable businesses. From customized gifts and personalized merchandise to branded products and niche product lines, accessible creative tools are making it easier for entrepreneurs to start small, develop distinctive offerings, and respond to evolving customer needs.
Across Southeast Asia, xTool users are already turning these opportunities into real businesses. Arlyn Marie, a mother of two from the Philippines and a former bank marketing assistant, turned her handmade craft hobby into a personalized products business with xTool. By selling customized keepsakes at local markets, she generates around US$500 in revenue at a single market event. Her business income eventually surpassed her full-time salary, enabling her to become a full-time entrepreneur while gaining greater flexibility to spend time with her children.
"Creation is human nature. Even as the digital and virtual worlds continue to flourish, we believe there is enduring value in creating something extraordinary in the physical world.
At xTool, we bring together hardware, software, and community to empower everyday people to create in the physical world. Vietnam is a major manufacturing hub with an abundance of creative talent. Together with our local partner Viettel, we hope to empower more people in Vietnam to create locally, turn their ideas into tangible products, and build businesses of their own."
— Howard Zhong, Head of EMEA & Emerging Markets, xTool
The growing importance of in-person technology experiences in Vietnam can also be seen in the retail sector. In July 2026, DJI opened its first Authorized Retail Store in Vietnam at Saigon Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, offering hands-on product experiences, professional consultation, and creator workshops. For xTool, similar experiences could go a step further by allowing customers to see personalized products being made on the spot and explore practical applications for their own businesses.
Through its partnership with Viettel, xTool aims to bring these experiences and business opportunities closer to Vietnamese consumers and entrepreneurs, combining its product innovation and global experience with Viettel's local market capabilities.
"Vietnam's entrepreneurial spirit and growing interest in personalized products create exciting opportunities for new technologies. Our partnership with xTool brings together creative tools and local market capabilities, allowing us to explore how these technologies can help Vietnamese consumers, entrepreneurs, and businesses develop new products and commercial opportunities. We look forward to building practical solutions that respond to local needs."
— Mr. Pham Tien Tuyen, Deputy General Director of Viettel Commerce and Director of Viettel Distribution Center
About xTool
xTool is a global leader in personal creative tools, dedicated to making creation more accessible. Its portfolio includes laser engraving and cutting machines, material printing equipment, software, accessories, and consumables, serving individual creators, entrepreneurs, small businesses, and creative communities worldwide.
By combining hardware, software, and an expanding creative ecosystem, xTool enables users to turn digital ideas into physical products for personal creativity and commercial applications.
For more information, visit www.xtool.com.
About Viettel Group
Viettel Group (Military Industry and Telecoms Group) is Vietnam's leading telecommunications, industrial and digital technology enterprise, founded on June 1, 1989. With the mission "Pioneering to create a digital society", Viettel has evolved from a telecom operator into a global digital service provider. It operates in Vietnam and 10 international markets across Asia, Africa and the Americas, where its overseas mobile subscriber base reached 90 million in 2025. Its business covers digital infrastructure, digital solutions, cybersecurity, R&D & manufacturing, together with a mature offline distribution network via Viettel Commerce. As a trusted channel partner, Viettel Commerce, through its distribution arm Viettel Distribution, delivers premium tech products to end consumers, creators and small businesses throughout Vietnam. For more information, visit https://viettel.com.vn/.
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Global Creative Tool Leader xTool Officially Enters Vietnam, Signing Strategic Partnership with Viettel Group
