WorldTop StoryTop StoryLatest News
Goldfish Drives Car for Guinness World Record
Sentiment: NeutralHigh Priority
What Happened?
A goldfish named Blub steered a car for 12.28 meters in one minute, earning a Guinness World Record. The invention was created by Dutch engineer Thomas de Wolf.
Key points
- Blub swam inside a tank on a motorized vehicle.
- The record was achieved on January 23, 2025, in Milan.
- Blub covered 12.28 meters, exceeding the required five meters.
- The vehicle was designed for bright red fish for better detection.
- The attempt was monitored by Guinness adjudicator Sofia Greenacre.
Key insights
- The project highlights the potential for technology to entertain.
- It may inspire future applications of motion-sensing technology.
- De Wolf's work could lead to innovations for people with mobility issues.
Why it matters
This record showcases innovative uses of technology in entertainment.
Tags
Entities
Thomas de Wolf· PersonBlub· AnimalGuinness World Records· OrganizationMilan· CityLo Show dei Record· Event
Source
Times of India
