UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
SOLAR VEHICLE TEAM
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
SOLAR
VEHICLE
TEAM
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
SOLAR
VEHICLE
TEAM
We design, build, and race cars powered only by the sun.
We design, build, and race
cars powered only by the sun.
We design, build, and race
cars powered only by the sun.
In our first competition,
we placed 6th in the nation
and won Rookie of the Year.
In our first competition,
we placed 6th in the nation
and won Rookie of the Year.
This summer, we race
more than 1,500 miles
across the country in
the American Solar Challenge.
This summer, we race
more than 1,500 miles
across the country in the
American Solar Challenge.
Founded 2023 · 6th in the nation 2025 · Rookie of the Year · ~50 students
Founded 2023 · 6th in the nation 2025 · Rookie of the Year · ~50 students
Founded 2023 · 6th in the nation 2025 · Rookie of the Year · ~50 students
Founded 2023 · 6th in the nation 2025 · Rookie of the Year · ~50 students
ABOUT
ABOUT
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
We design, build, test, and race a solar-powered car. Everything is done in-house. Our students machine the parts, lay the carbon fiber, wire the electronics, and drive the car.
We design, build, test, and race a solar-powered car. Everything is done in-house. Our students machine the parts, lay the carbon fiber, wire the electronics, and drive the car.
OUR GOALS
OUR GOALS
Our goal has been the same since 2023. Build a car that can cross a continent on sunlight. We want to prove what UW students can do with nothing but a shop, a deadline, and the sun. Every year is a chance to build something faster, lighter, and more efficient than the last.
Our goal has been the same since 2023. Build a car that can cross a continent on sunlight. We want to prove what UW students can do with nothing but a shop, a deadline, and the sun. Every year is a chance to build something faster, lighter, and more efficient than the last.
THE TEAM
THE TEAM
MECHANICAL
MECHANICAL
Designs, machines, and assembles the car. Chassis, suspension, aero body, and composites.
Designs, machines, and assembles the car. Chassis, suspension, aero body, and composites.
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
Designs the high and low voltage systems. Solders, codes, and wires everything that moves.
Designs the high and low voltage systems. Solders, codes, and wires everything that moves.
TELEMETRY AND STRATEGY
TELEMETRY AND STRATEGY
Builds the data system and the race plan. Decides how fast we can afford to go.
Builds the data system and the race plan. Decides how fast we can afford to go.
BUISNESS AND OUTREACH
BUISNESS AND OUTREACH
Secures the partnerships, grants, and in-kind donations that fund the build.
Secures the partnerships, grants, and in-kind donations that fund the build.
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
WHY PARTNER WITH US
WHY PARTNER WITH US
Your logo travels 1,500 miles across five states on a car built by the students you want to hire. Our partners get their name on the vehicle, placement on this site, and direct access to our team at design reviews and career events.
Your logo travels 1,500 miles across five states on a car built by the students you want to hire. Our partners get their name on the vehicle, placement on this site, and direct access to our team at design reviews and career events.
GET IN TOUCH
GET IN TOUCH
Reach us at businessteam@svtuw.org.
