Sunseeker, Western Michigan University's solar car Special to the Gazette/John A Lacko
On Saturday, solar-powered vehicles took off at noon from Broken
Arrow, Oklahoma, en route to the Chicago suburb of Naperville. ASC is a
competition where students design, build and drive solar-powered
vehicles in a rally event. This year’s event marks the 20th anniversary
of the ASC.
In an effort to promote a greater understanding of solar energy
technology, this hands-on competition provides the opportunity for
students to “develop and demonstrate their technical and creative
abilities” while learning about the benefits of solar power. (more)
