On June 9, Boije Ovebrink set two new world speed records in — wait for it — a Volvo VN truck. A world speed record in a semi? We think that’s pretty cool.

Ovebrink, who turned 59 the same day, set the records in standing 500 and 1000-meter standing-start events. His average speeds of 130.862 kmh and 166.698 kmh, respectively, were enough to unseat the previous record holder. That skilled driver? Ovebrink himself.

According to a press release, Ovebrink nailed close to 250 kmh when he crossed the finish line. He has been working with Volvo to race a specialty truck, but thought he had an average velocity of 170 kmh to beat. Ovebrink’s test truck’s powerplant is a 16-liter Volvo engine that produces over 2000 horsepower. Enough for you?

“It feels amazing,” Ovebrink said. “It’s a great way to celebrate one’s birthday,”

Source: Volvo Trucks

Well, we probably should have seen this coming. Within 15 minutes of BMW opening an order hotline, Bimmer diehards have snatched up all of the 30 available 2011 Frozen Gray M3s.

In a press release, BMW North America M brand manager Larry Koch lauded the Frozen Gray M3 as “a striking work of sculpture, speed, and style perfectly marks the 25th birthday of the M3 model,” and as “one of the most unique BMW vehicles ever imported” to America.

According to Koch, the 30 available special-edition M3s sold out yesterday within 12 minutes of the phone line opening at 11:30 a.m. Monday. Fifty alternate buyers were listed within an hour’s time.

As we described last week, Frozen Gray refers to a unique matte gray finish on the car’s exterior. The special edition model combines the Competition Package, cosmetic enhancements, and several key M3 accessories and options.

It’s unlikely that you’ll see one of the 30 Frozen Grays cruising around your neighborhood, so if you want to get up close, take a hint from the owners and try while you can.

Source: BMW