Idaho Snowmobile Challenge Team Places Second
February 21, 2023
The University of Idaho College of Engineering’s Idaho Clean Snowmobile Challenge Team took second overall in the Spark-Ignition category of the 2023 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Clean Snowmobile Challenge, marking its 11th year of top placement in the national competition.
The interdisciplinary team competed against 16 teams from across the U.S. and Canada in the weeklong challenge to produce innovative solutions to make a cleaner, quieter and more efficient snowmobile practical for manufacturers and enthusiasts alike.
The team demonstrated excellent skills in snowmobile riding, presentation skills and writing knowledge. U of I teams have been participating since 2001 in the competition, which is now held in Eagle River, Wisconsin. Preparation for the competition is a year-long effort. The U of I Clean Snowmobile Challenge Team meets regularly each week to design, develop and test solutions to reduce emissions and create a quieter snowmobile while maintaining performance and power.
Learn more at https://www.uidaho.edu/engr/services/student-services/clubs-and-organizations/csc.
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The University of Idaho, home of the Vandals, is Idaho’s land-grant, national research university. From its residential campus in Moscow, U of I serves the state of Idaho through educational centers in Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Idaho Falls, nine research and Extension centers, plus Extension offices in 42 counties. Home to nearly 11,000 students statewide, U of I is a leader in student-centered learning and excels at interdisciplinary research, service to businesses and communities, and in advancing diversity, citizenship and global outreach. U of I competes in the Big Sky and Western Athletic conferences. Learn more at uidaho.edu.