Blind Man in Jag Sets World Speed Record

A blind man has set a world record by reaching a speed of
144mph in a $93,000 Jaguar XRJ 4.2

Mike Newman was alone behind the wheel of the super-charged car during
the record bid at an old aerodrome at Elvington, York.

Mr Newman, a bank manager from Sale, Cheshire carried out the bid in aid of Guide
Dogs For The Blind.  In an emotional celebration, in which he hugged his
wife Kristen, 15-year-old daughter Becky, son Sam, 13, and guide dog Ross, Mr
Newman
said it felt fantastic
to have broken the record. He was in constant radio contact with his stepfather,
also named Mike Newman, who followed at a distance and gave him directions.  from
Ananova