Who are we?
Nordlys NTNU is the very first solar racing team from Norway. At Nordlys, we are a dedicated and innovative group of student engineers passionate about advancing the future of solar-powered mobility. As part of NTNU’s student-driven technical teams, we bring together individuals from diverse academic backgrounds, ranging from engineering to business and logistics. Our mission is to design, build, and race high-performance solar cars, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges in renewable energy and transportation.
This year we are grateful to be supported by RS. With their support we aim to finish our very first car, ready for the world of solar racing.
What is solar racing?
Solar racing is all about pushing the boundaries of green technology. Student teams from all over the world build custom electric cars completely driven by solar energy. Then they compete in long and tough endurance races to prove that their car is the very best. The biggest of these competitions is the biannual Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, held in Australia. The race spans over 3,000 km from Darwin to Adelaide, testing not only the efficiency of solar vehicles but also the resilience, teamwork, and ingenuity of their creators.
What are we doing this year?
This year, Nordlys NTNU is excited to unveil our first solar vehicle, a testament to our relentless drive for innovation and performance. Our 2025 project focuses on optimizing aerodynamics, battery efficiency, and solar energy harvesting, ensuring we can become competitive on the global stage.
Additionally, we are investing in team development and outreach, inspiring future generations of engineers. We are also promoting the importance of innovation and green technology in transportation.
What is our mission?
Our goal goes beyond competition results. At Nordlys NTNU, we aim to inspire and educate, proving that sustainability and high performance can go hand in hand. Through teamwork, research, and hands-on engineering, we strive to contribute to a greener future and push the limits of what’s possible in solar racing.
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