Splinter: World’s First Wooden Supercar

We never thought we’d see it happen. But here it is, the world’s first wooden supercar.

Putting Porsches and Ferraris to shame is the new “Splinter.” Created by an American design company, Joe Harmon Design, using MDF, plywood, and maple, the Splinter can rev up its engines for up to 240 mph. It weighs a mere 1,134 kilograms; lighter than the traditional light sports cars. The two-seater automobile is 4.6 metres long, a six-speed gearbox, and 4.6 liter V8 petrol engine. The Splinter, believe it or not, will hit the roads in all its wooden glory by the end of this year. Lovely. Hope it’s termite-resistant, though.

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