The Solar Devils are Arizona State University’s student-led solar-car engineering and racing team. Our organization revolves around the design, engineering, construction and competitive racing of a fully solar-powered vehicle. Our multidisciplinary team brings together students from mechanical, electrical, software, materials, design and business disciplines to tackle one of the most demanding engineering challenges in collegiate competition: designing a road-legal, high-performance race car powered entirely by renewable energy.
Team members are responsible for everything from aerodynamics, structural analysis, and composite manufacturing to power electronics, battery management, software integration, systems validation, budgeting and logistics. This project serves as a living laboratory, preparing students for careers in clean energy, automotive, aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries. The Solar Devils represent ASU at national solar racing events, where teams are evaluated not only on speed, but also on efficiency, safety and engineering excellence. These competitions simulate real-world constraints, requiring our team to make data-driven tradeoffs, perform extensive testing and operate under strict technical and safety regulations
In addition to competition, the Solar Devils are deeply committed to STEM outreach and education within the local community. These outreach efforts allow students to interact directly with a full-scale renewable-energy vehicle, ask questions of collegiate engineers, and see firsthand how classroom math and science translate into real-world applications. By sharing our work and experiences, we aim to inspire the next generation of engineers, innovators and sustainability leaders.
By supporting the Solar Devils, donors are investing in hands-on student education, cutting-edge renewable energy innovation, and meaningful STEM engagement within the community. Every contribution helps transform classroom knowledge into tangible engineering outcomes which advances sustainable technology while inspiring future engineers.
