World solar challenge
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The world solar challenge is a solar powered car race through central Australia from Darwin to Adelaide. The race attracts teams from around the world, most of which are fielded by universities or corporations although some are fielded by high schools. The race was held every three years until 1999 when it was switched to a two year event. The first race was run in 1987 when the winning entry, GM's Sunraycer won with an average speed of 67 km/h. In 1990 the race was won by the "Spirit of Biel", built by engineering school in Switzerland. In 1993 and 1996, Honda took the honors. Finally in 1999 a "home" team, the Australian "Aurora", took the prize. In 2003 the record was up to an average speed of 97 km/h, set by Nuon Solar Team from the Netherlands.
External links
- Official site (http://www.wsc.org.au)