Not everyone is cut out to drive a Bugatti, and UFC fighter Jon Jones proved that
- The Bugatti Chiron is a beast on the streets
- However, with nearly 1,600 hp it’s quite easy to lose control
- UFC fighter Jon Jones found that out the hard way
Published on Dec 31, 2024 at 4:43 PM (UTC+4)
by Nalin Rawat
Last updated on Jan 02, 2025 at 3:13 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
UFC fighter Jon Jones recently took a Bugatti Chiron out for a drive and instantly realized that it’s not for everyone.
The MMA fighter borrowed the car from YouTuber Alex Gonzalez.
The duo were riding through the streets of Miami while also shooting a video for Alex.
That’s when Jon Jones decided to put the pedal to the metal and nearly lost control of the million-dollar Bugatti Chiron.
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Not everyone can handle a Bugatti Chiron
The video uploaded by Alex Gonzalez shows Jon Jones slightly losing control of the Bugatti Chiron as it starts to steer sideways.
Fortunately, he quickly regained control of the car.
Although Jones drives a Tesla Cyberbeast, it is nothing compared to the sheer power of the Chiron.
Just seconds before he lost control, Jones also said, “I drive a Cyberbeast. I don’t know if it’s as fast as this.”
Well, he sure knows which car is faster now.
“That sh*t was a little scary bro not gonna lie,” he said.
“Hell no, I got kids at home,” he said jokingly.
Be careful with that throttle
Powered by an 8.0-liter W16 quad-turbocharged engine, the car produces an incredible 1,479 hp.
It should also be noted that the Chiron was the first car to break 300 mph on the track.
As the successor to the incredible Veyron, the Bugatti Chiron had also surpassed it in every way.
The Super Sport and Super Sport 300+ versions of the supercar also went one step beyond with 1,578 hp.
But how are Bugattis so fast? Take a deep dive into the build of a Bugatti supercar and what they are made from.
And if you ever get a chance to drive a Bugatti, take it easy on the throttle.
Nalin started his career by working with various national newspapers in India. He has also worked as a writer/editor for many popular websites, while still pursuing his journalism and mass communication degree. Working as a digital nomad has allowed him to inform and educate through his work. When he is not writing, you can find him playing video games or travelling the mountains on his bike.
