As summer approaches and the frost of winter melts away, Hennessey has provided us with a chilling reminder of winter’s thrills with a thrilling video from this year’s F.A.T. Ice Race in Aspen. The video, which captures the Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution in action, has quickly become a favorite for automotive enthusiasts who revel in high-adrenaline performance in extreme conditions.
The Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution, renowned for its engineering excellence, made a spectacular appearance at Aspen’s first F.A.T. Ice Race held in North America. Piloted by the legendary racer David Donohue, the Venom F5 Revolution, equipped with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine delivering over 1,800 horsepower, showcased its prowess on a snow-covered track, creating a dramatic spectacle of snow and ice being flung high into the air.
This display wasn’t just about raw power; it was a ballet of precision driving, with Donohue skillfully drifting the hypercar around the icy track, turning the pristine snow into a stormy swirl of white clouds. The video captures not only the car’s impressive performance but also the unique beauty of motorsports in winter—a stark contrast to the usual racetracks.
This event and the Hennessey Venom F5’s participation underscore the versatility and extraordinary capabilities of hypercars, which are typically showcased on clear tarmac. The icy conditions of Aspen provided a rare and stunning backdrop for demonstrating what these powerful machines can do beyond traditional settings.
For those who miss the cold bite of winter and the unique joy of snow-covered adventures, this video serves as a perfect reminder that the thrills of winter driving are just as exhilarating as any summer road trip. Watch the full video on Hennessey’s YouTube channel to see the Venom F5 Revolution conquering the cold in a way that only a Hennessey-engineered vehicle could.
Steven Symes