Covestro and Aachen University Students Partner to Design Solar Racing Vehicle
At the Eurogress in Aachen, Germany, Team Sonnenwagen presented its new solar racing vehicle, the Covestro Adelie. Over one and a half years, the 50-member team of students from Aachen University created a new car model based on interdisciplinary research and extensive experience. Their aim is to participate in what is possibly the world's toughest solar car race – the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia, October 22-29, 2023. Covestro shares the enthusiasm of the students and supports the team with innovative material solutions, technical exchange, and as its main sponsor.
"For me, the Sonnenwagen is a powerful symbol of future mobility, because it shows us that we need to ask crucial questions about materials science and design on the way there," said Sucheta Govil, chief commercial officer, Covestro. "For me, the Sonnenwagen team are exemplary for creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. The students proved an impressive motivation and know-how to develop and optimize new ideas for solar-powered, light-weight electric vehicles."