Since its debut in 1990, the Sunrayce program's flagship activity continues to be this biennial intercollegiate competition to design, build and race solar-powered cars in a challenging long-distance event.

The fundamental mission of Sunrayce is to promote and celebrate educational excellence. Fueled by the spirit of friendly competition and teamwork, Sunrayce champions the creative integration of technical and scientific expertise across a range of exciting disciplines.

The Rayce poses formidable tasks as well as educational benefits for the students. Teams must display proficiency in business and product development, creativity, resourcefulness, technical innovation, engineering excellence, teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Sunrayce also contributes to America's awareness about a host of important issues: renewable energy sources and technology; clean energy option; environmental protection; cost savings through energy efficiency; improvements in transportation; and creation of new, fast-growing, energy-related fields. For more information on Sunrayce vist their website.