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Engineering | STEM

Formula Sun Grand Prix

  • Last Updated: May 4, 2025

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About the competition

The Formula Sun Grand Prix is an annual solar car racing event held on closed grand prix or road-style courses. Teams test their vehicles’ handling, braking, and acceleration in a three-day race.

Comp Info

  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 200
  • Cost: Varies depending on the level of participation
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Major
  • Participant Format: Small Team
  • Event Format: In-Person
  • Competition Format: Performance, Simulation/Challenge
  • Reach: International
  • Event Size: Very Small

Participation Information

Teams from around the world design and build solar cars to compete in the event. Teams must register and pass the qualification event to enter the cross-country American Solar Challenge.
Open to university teams worldwide.
Trophies, recognition, and prizes for innovative solar-powered vehicles
Teams from around the world design and build solar cars to compete in the event. Teams must register and pass the qualification event to enter the cross-country American Solar Challenge.
1. Register for the event. 2. Pass vehicle inspection. 3. Complete as many laps as possible over three days of racing. The fastest lap and multi-occupant categories have additional awards.
Solar car, engineering equipment, race course access
Performance based on total laps completed, fastest lap time, and efficiency of multi-occupant vehicle designs.

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