In August, 2011 "Spirits of the Lakes" shattered the standing E/FMS land speed record while at Speed Week at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The car was driven by John Staiger while under the constant care and guidance of Mr. Gary Hensley Crew Chief, Steve Germond, Nathan Wilke, Jack and Mike Harris, Rick Armas, Brittany Lippincott and John Staiger IV, Crew members at large.
The new E/FMS land speed record was moved from 218 MPH to 244.229 MPH for the flying mile. This record still stands today. The following video and photo galleries highlight the extraordinary journey.
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