UM’s Solar Car Team At Fort Wayne’s Science Central May 13

News Release

FORT WAYNE – Science Central will host members of the University of Michigan Solar Car Team from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 13, as the team makes a scheduled stop in Fort Wayne during its nationwide Solar Trek outreach tour.

The visit will feature the team’s solar-powered vehicle, Millennium, along with team members who design, engineer and operate the car. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the vehicle up close, speak directly with team members and learn about advancements in solar energy and efficient vehicle design.

The University of Michigan Solar Car Team is a student-led engineering organization dedicated to designing, building and racing high-efficiency solar vehicles. Most recently, the team placed seventh overall in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, a 3,000-kilometer race across the Australian Outback that brings together top university teams from around the world.

As part of its 2026 Solar Trek initiative, the team is traveling across the United States to promote sustainability, renewable energy education and hands-on engineering outreach. The Science Central stop is one of several public engagement events designed to connect communities with real-world applications of solar technology.

For more information about the University of Michigan Solar Car Team, visit solarcar.engin.umich.edu.