American Solar Challenge

American Solar Challenge

Formula Sun Grand Prix

Formula Sun Grand Prix

The American Solar Challenge (ASC) is a competition to design, build and race solar-powered cars in a cross-country event. UM Solar Car

ASC promotes:

  • A greater understanding of solar energy technology, its environmental benefits and its promise for the future;
  • Educational excellence in science, engineering and mathematics—and the creative integration of technical and scientific expertise across a range of disciplines;
  • And, a “hands-on” opportunity for students and engineers to develop and demonstrate their technical and creative abilities.

The Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) is a track style event that provides teams the oppertunity to test and compete off the open road.



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