Hudson Valley teen breaks world speed record in Porche

Monroe-Woodbury High School junior Chloe Chambers clocked in at just over 47 seconds for her Porche performance in an obstacle course.

News 12 Staff

Sep 17, 2020, 11:11 AM

Updated 1,310 days ago

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A Hudson Valley teen and aspiring race car driver is making headlines for breaking a Guinness World Record for speed.
Monroe-Woodbury High School junior Chloe Chambers clocked in at just over 47 seconds for her Porche performance in an obstacle course called a 'vehicle slalom' last month.
The event was held in New Jersey and broke the previous world record of 48 seconds. The 16-year-old is an honor student and member of the Monroe-Woodbury Girls Varsity Swim Team. The 16-year-old is an honor student and member of the Monroe-Woodbury Girls Varsity Swim Team. "I was excited, and it was a lot of fun driving. I can say that. I felt pressure, but I'm used to that!"
She says her goal is to drive on the international Formula One racing circuit.


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