AIKO and the Brunel Solar team, known for its engineering expertise in solar car racing, have announced a strategic partnership for the 2024 Sasol Solar Challenge, a collaboration bringing together AIKO’s state-of-the-art solar cells and the Brunel Solar team’s cutting-edge solar car design, setting the stage for a powerful synergy in one of the world’s most challenging solar-powered competitions.
“We are delighted to partner with AIKO in our quest to cover the most kilometers in the world’s toughest solar challenge. With its cutting-edge solar technology, we are confident that our solar car will not only be the most efficient, but also a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in solar energy,” commented Huub Kavelaars, the Brunel team’s partnerships and finance manager and one of its four drivers in the race.
“Collaborating with the Brunel Solar team is an exciting opportunity for AIKO to not only support the next generation of solar technology innovators, but also to demonstrate the real-world impact of our high-performance solar cells. We believe that this partnership will highlight the incredible potential of solar energy in advancing sustainable transportation solutions,” added AIKO CMO Jessica Zhang.
The Sasol Challenge, held in South Africa, is a premier event that attracts the best solar car teams from around the world. Teams are challenged to design, build and drive solar-powered vehicles across a demanding route that tests the limits of both innovation and endurance.