2017 World Solar Challenge

DARWIN, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 08: Western Sydney Solar Team vehicle "Unlimited 2.0" from Australia leaves the start line as they begin racing on Day 1 of the 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge at State Square on October 8, 2017 in Darwin, Australia. Teams from across the globe are competing in the 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge - a 3000 km solar-powered vehicle race through the Australian Outback between Darwin and Adelaide. The race attracts teams from around the world, most of which are fielded by universities or corporations although some are fielded by high schools. The race has a 30-year history spanning thirteen races, with the inaugural event taking place in 1987. The race begins on October 8th with the first car expected to cross the finish line on October 11th. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images for SATC)