Sam Altman, the founder and CEO of OpenAI, was recently spotted driving a Koenigsegg Regera around Napa, California. Known for his affinity for luxury cars, Altman has added this rare Swedish supercar to his impressive collection. The sighting was made by car enthusiast Joseph Velyan, who shared the moment on his @norcal.garage TikTok page.
The Koenigsegg Regera, a limited-production hybrid hypercar, stands out with only 80 units ever made. With a price tag starting at $2 million, the Regera’s cost can skyrocket with additional options like the ‘Ghost Package’ for enhanced aerodynamics or the ‘Environmental Power Upgrade’. The car boasts Koenigsegg’s Direct Drive system, which combines a 5.0-liter V8 engine with three electric motors, delivering a staggering 1,500 horsepower. This powertrain allows the Regera to set impressive records, including a 0 to 400-0 km/h time of just 31.49 seconds.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAi in his Koenigsegg Regera. pic.twitter.com/6DJx58mw1x
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Altman, whose net worth is estimated at $2 billion, has a known passion for high-performance vehicles. His collection includes a McLaren F1 and other exotic cars, as well as an ‘old Tesla’. Despite his wealth, Altman and his husband, Oliver Mulherin, have committed to philanthropy by signing the Giving Pledge. Initiated by Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, the Giving Pledge encourages billionaires to donate the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. Altman and Mulherin’s pledge is a testament to their belief in using their resources to improve the world.
The Koenigsegg Regera is more than just a flashy addition to Altman’s collection; it represents the pinnacle of automotive engineering and design. Its combination of extreme power, advanced technology, and rarity makes it a highly coveted vehicle among car enthusiasts. Altman’s choice to drive such an exclusive car highlights his appreciation for cutting-edge innovation, both in technology and in the automotive world.
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