2010 American Solar Challenge - June 20, 2010

The 2010 American Solar Challenge (ASC2010) is a competition to design, build, and drive solar-powered cars in a cross-country time/distance rally event. Teams compete in a 1100 mile drive from Tulsa to Chicago. The route has been chosen to combine pieces of old routes used in previous events, giving a bit of an historical tribute for the 20 years of organized events in North America.




The American Solar Challenge (ASC) is a competition to design, build and race solar-powered cars in a cross-country event.

ASC promotes:

• A greater understanding of solar energy technology, its environmental benefits and its promise for the future;
• Educational excellence in science, engineering and mathematics—and the creative integration of technical and scientific expertise across a range of disciplines;
• And, a “hands-on” opportunity for students and engineers to develop and demonstrate their technical and creative abilities.
For more information please contact: ascinfo@americansolarchallenge.org or visit our site at American Solar Challenge - Home Page.

American Solar Challenge (ASC) – Road Race


ASC is for those teams that successfully complete scrutineering and the qualifier to demonstrate that they are ready for the on-road challenge. The route has been chosen to combine pieces of old routes used in previous events, giving a bit of an historical tribute for the 20 years of organized events in North America. More details on the raycing regulations will be forthcoming as the details of the route and locations are finalized.

Sat, June 19: Travel day / Support Vehicle Inspections in Tulsa, OK
Sun, June 20: Start in Tulsa, OK; must reach Neosho, MO checkpoint
Mon, June 21: Finish in Topeka, KS
Tue, June 22: Start in Topeka, KS; must reach Jefferson City, MO checkpoint
Wed, June 23: Finish in Rolla, MO
Thu, June 24: Start in Rolla, MO; must reach Alton, IL checkpoint
Fri, June 25: Finish in Normal, IL
Sat, June 26: Start in Normal, IL; finish in Naperville, IL
Sun, June 27: Ceremonial run into Chicago, IL and awards ceremony