Richard Noble

Race car driver and businessman

Richard Noble - Race car driver and businessman
Born

March 6th, 1946
79 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

Links & References

A Scottish race car driver and businessman, focused on land speed records. Established a significant presence in the motorsport world through various projects. Led the team that developed ThrustSSC, which became the first car to officially break the sound barrier on land in 1997. Developed the concept of the Bloodhound Project aimed at setting a new land speed record. Engaged in business activities related to motorsport and engineering.

Set the land speed record with ThrustSSC

Developed the Bloodhound Project

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