Bridgestone World Solar Challenge to return to Top End

Adventure awaits for hundreds of bright international minds when the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge makes its return next year.

A new generation of solar cars will travel 3000km between Darwin and Adelaide from 20-27 October 2023. Each will be engineered, built and driven by teams from schools and universities across the globe.

Events South Australia Executive Director Hitaf Rasheed said confirmation of dates for the biennial event – considered the toughest and most prestigious of its kind – was an exciting moment.

“We’re delighted to be preparing for the next Bridgestone World Solar Challenge and look forward to seeing the very latest solar cars in action,” Ms Rasheed said.

“The teams who join this journey are helping to make sustainable personal transport a reality – a noble mission and one we are proud to celebrate.”

Ms Rasheed also recognised the event’s partners, particularly Bridgestone Corporation and the Northern Territory Government, for their ongoing support.

Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Event Director Chris Selwood AM encouraged prospective entrants to note the event dates and set their sights on Australia.

“Crossing a continent on the power of the sun really is the ultimate adventure, one we know stays with participants for a lifetime,” Mr Selwood said.

“It’s also a proven way to gain practical experience and an edge in the increasingly competitive employment market.”

Regulations for the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge will be released in April, with event registration to open in June.

For more information, visit www.worldsolarchallenge.org/.