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Follow the sun in Morocco 2021

BayWa r.e. is continuing to support Team Sonnenwagen and its mission to develop a record-winning solar powered car – entirely powered by the sun.



Following last year’s 24hr iLumen Solar Challenge, the team is now gearing up for the 2021 Solar Challenge Morocco ‘follow the sun’ race due to take place this autumn. Check out the new team, new car and new milestones. Over the coming months, we will follow the team as they prepare for Morocco and look ahead to how plans for the 2,500km race, set over five days and five key stages, are shaping up!

Pushing Boundaries

Take a look at Team Sonnenwagen as they build up to this year’s World Solar Challenge 2021 in Morocco!

Route map

Click on location point to learn more about each stage.

Start: Darwin
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Sonnenwagen News

Congratulations to Team Sonnenwagen for a heroic effort in an extremely tough race

After 5 hard days of racing and 2,500km, the team has now crossed the line under the chequered flag in Agadir in 4th place.

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The race so far: Team Sonnenwagen has moved up to 5th place after a challenging first few days
The car performed really well, and Team Sonnenwagen overtook the Top Dutch Solar racing team to move up into 5th place!
And they’re off! The Solar Challenge Morocco 2021 begins!
There’s a real sense of excitement today as our fantastic Sonnenwagen Team start their race to win the Solar Challenge Morocco 2021.
Team Sonnenwagen arrives in Morocco!
The excitement is mounting as we approach the date for Team Sonnenwagen’s next major challenge – a five-day race covering 2,500km.
Sonnenwagen Photon takes 2nd place at the iLumen European Solar Challenge
Congratulations to Team Sonnenwagen Aachen who secured second place in the iLumen European Solar Challenge!
Team Sonnenwagen 2021 – timetable of activity
We take a look at the key milestone dates as Team Sonnenwagen head to the 2021 Solar Challenge Morocco.
Team Sonnenwagen unveil its 3rd Generation car!
Find out more about Team Sonnenwagen’s amazing new car and what’s changed from last year…
BayWa r.e. supports Team Sonnenwagen Aachen on the road to Morocco
We are pleased to announce that we are continuing to sponsor team Sonnenwagen Aachen as they look to win the 2021 Solar Challenge.
A solar challenge in Morocco
After the World Solar Challenge 2021 had been cancelled, the Sonnenwagen Team have organized an alternative race. Learn more!
World Solar Challenge 2021 cancelled! But light might be on the horizon…
The World Solar Challenge 2021 in Australia is cancelled. But the good news is, there might be other alternatives for our Team Sonnenwagen.
Another year, another World Solar Challenge!
Discover here what our Team Sonnenwagen was up to in January.
About the Race
Learn more about the highlights of iESC 2020 and the next race coming up for our Team Sonnenwagen.
End of the Road
iLumen European Solar Challenge (iESC) has just come to an end. Find out here how it went for our Team Sonnenwagen and the challenges faced.
Ready for the Next Challenge
This year, Team Sonnenwagen surprises us with two cars to compete instead of one. Find out more here!
Hurry, the ilumen European Solar Challenge 2020 is almost here!
iESC2020 is coming, and the intense challenge is about to begin...Are you ready?
Five questions to Kersten
Kersten talks us through his experience as Technical Director of Team Sonnenwagen.
Five questions to Jennifer
Meet Jennifer, Board Member of Team Sonnenwagen and also one of the drivers in the WSC last year.
About iLumen European Solar Challenge in Belgium
Find out more about the iLumen European Solar Challenge in which Team Sonnenwagen hopes to compete this September.
4 challenges to overcome when building a solar car
Find out more about the challenges that can arise when building a solar car in your own workshop.
"Road to Belgium" Get ready for another race
Team Sonnenwagen will compete in yet another race. Stay tuned for more info here!
The World Solar Challenge 2019 – A race full of excitement and drama
We look back at an eventful WSC 2019 to look ahead at what comes next for Team Sonnenwagen Aachen.
Crossing the Finish Line!
Team Sonnenwagen and their solar car made it to Adelaide. This race demanded everything from man and machine.
The Crash
Weather in the Outback can be unpredictable and harsh. Team Sonnenwagen had to experience it first hand on Day 4. Find out more here!
A Sandy Business
What started as a beautiful race day with clear and sunny weather turned into a rather sandy matter - read our wrap-up of Race Day 3.
Tensions run high in the Outback
Read our short wrap up of day 2 of the World Solar Challenge 2019.
Let the race begin!
The teams have arrived, the Covestro Sonnenwagen has been tested and we are officially underway!
The Team has arrived in the North!
Team Sonnenwagen has arrived in Darwin. Here, they have to face the static and dynamic scrutineering by WSC officials. Will the car pass the tests?
5 Questions to Luke, Team Structure at Covestro Sonnenwagen
Meet Luke, one of the members of the Structure team and find out more about car simulations, carbon-fibre and the recipe for good team work.
Red Giants, Unique Towns and Flying Doctors
From Coober Pedy, team Sonnenwagen travelled approximately 2,100 km to Darwin. Check out their update from being on the road.
5 questions to Nadia, Team Solar Cells at Covestro Sonnenwagen
We sat down with the face of our campaign, Nadia, and spoke with her about her role at Sonnenwagen and much more.
Expected obstacles, unforeseen (almost) losses and some truly Australian moments
Team Sonnenwagen has arrived in Coober Pedy and is now testing their solar car under actual conditions. Anything could happen!
Sonnenwagen has arrived Down Under
The first part of the team around Corvestro Sonnenwagen has arrived in Adelaide. Follow their journey!
Life in the Outback – 5 Survival Tips
Team Sonnenwagen will be spending a few nights camping in the Australian Outback. Read our survival tips for a night in the bush!
Car testing in Aldenhoven
The team is getting ready to race through the Australian Outback. Last tests were performed at the Aldenhoven Testing Centre.
Curtain up for the next generation: The Covestro Sonnenwagen
The new 'Covestro Sonnenwagen' was unveiled at RWTH Aachen.
History of the World Solar Challenge: How it all started
For over 30 years, the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge has brought together the brightest young minds from around the world to Australia.

Meet the team

Now in its sixth year, the Sonnenwagen team has a new management team and around 50 members drawing together expertise across a range of disciplines including engineering, design, solar energy, battery systems and aerodynamics.

Below we meet some of the talented team members who have been helping Team Sonnenwagen to drive forward the future of eMobility.

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Podcast with Sonnenwagen Aachen’s Tina Pauli – Head of Driving Strategy

With BayWa r.e.’s continued support, Team Sonnenwagen is gearing up for their next big challenge – The Solar Challenge Morocco 2021 which takes place in October. In our latest r.e.think energy podcast, we are joined by the Head of Team Sonnenwagen’s Driving Strategy, Tina Pauli, where we discuss the road to Morocco, the teams new car, Tina’s role on the team, careers in engineering and technology, e-mobility and of course, climate change.

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Meet the masterminds behind this revolutionary solar powered car
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Hard work pays off. Sonnenwagen Aachen are on the road!
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Sonnenwagen Aachen race to influence the future of e-mobility and solar energy.
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Meet the masterminds behind this revolutionary solar powered car

3022 km across the Australian outback, at an average speed of more than 80 km/h, powered by the sun, the worlds most renowned universities and teams come together for a demonstration of true teamwork, competitive spirit and determination.

Sonnenwagen Aachen are a team of innovative students who believe solar technology and sustainable mobility concepts are crucial for the future.

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Hard work pays off. Sonnenwagen Aachen are on the road! Let the games begin.

“Our goal is to drive innovation in the areas of lightweight construction, solar energy and the driving strategy to show the world that e-mobility is the future.”
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Sonnenwagen Aachen are officially on their way to the World Solar challenge. With unpredictable weather conditions, harsh terrain and sleepless nights, will they prove victorious? Join us as we witness a feat of true passion and teamwork.

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