Michael P. Roberts ’11, captain of the MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team, unveils the team’s latest solar car, named Eleanor, on Friday. The car is expected to compete in the World Solar Challenge, a 3000 kilometer race through the Australian Outback, in October. Eleanor can reach 90 mph and drive from Boston to New York without recharging.
Michael P. Roberts ’11, captain of the MIT Solar Electric Vehicle Team, unveils the team’s latest solar car, named Eleanor, on Friday. The car is expected to compete in the World Solar Challenge, a 3000 kilometer race through the Australian Outback, in October. Eleanor can reach 90 mph and drive from Boston to New York without recharging.
Seth A. Villarreal—The Tech
