British Inventor’s Motorized Trash Can Hits 66 mph, Shattering World Record
LONDON, England — In a remarkable fusion of engineering ingenuity and playful innovation, British inventor Michael Wallhead has announced that his motorized trash can, known as The General Waste, has reached a blistering speed of 66 miles per hour, far surpassing its previous Guinness World Record mark of 55 mph set in 2023. The record-breaking wheelie bin, a modified everyday trash container, is now officially the world’s fastest of its kind.
Wallhead’s journey began with inspiration from Andy Jennings, who originally set the record at 45 mph in 2020. Motivated by Jennings’ feat, Wallhead purchased a standard wheeled trash can from Facebook Marketplace for approximately $25 and embarked on an ambitious project to transform it into a high-speed machine. Over time, he invested nearly $900 in modifications, including the installation of a Suzuki GP125 two-stroke engine, magnesium go-kart wheels, a rear axle, a five-speed gearbox, a custom chassis, a steering damper, and an additional front wheel to enhance stability.
“After Andy, I got my backside in gear and decided to build a bin,” Wallhead told Guinness World Records. His dedication to refining the vehicle has paid off, as The General Waste now outpaces many conventional motorized vehicles, reaching speeds that would be impressive even for motorcycles.
The feat has drawn attention not only for its novelty but also for the inventive application of mechanical engineering principles to an unlikely platform. The Guinness World Records organization continues to recognize Wallhead’s achievement, highlighting the creativity and technical skill involved in pushing the boundaries of what a simple wheelie bin can do.
Wallhead’s accomplishment also underscores the broader cultural fascination with speed records and unconventional vehicles, echoing similar feats documented by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other transportation safety bodies that monitor and regulate vehicle performance standards.
While The General Waste is not intended for everyday transport, its development showcases the potential for innovation in unexpected domains. The project has sparked interest among hobbyists and engineers alike, who see it as a testament to the possibilities of combining creativity with technical expertise.
For more information on the Guinness World Records and their verification process, visit the official Guinness World Records website. Additionally, those interested in the engineering aspects of motorized vehicles can refer to resources provided by the Federal Highway Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation.
As Wallhead continues to refine his high-speed wheelie bin, the world watches with anticipation to see if even faster speeds are on the horizon, proving that sometimes, innovation can come from the most unexpected places.
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