In Fall 2021, Western Michigan University team Sunseeker donated us their 2016 solar car. For a team just starting out, this was a huge advantage. From this donation, Buckeye Solar Racing retained the car's aeroshell and solar array, replacing all other components. Sunseeker's only request was to retain the name “Farasi,” which means “horse” in Swahili.
This vehicle raced in the Formula Sun Grand Prix 2023, in Topeka KS. It placed 6th overall, completing 103 laps around the track with no failures during the entire event.
1 in-hub motor
Vehicle weight: 220 kg
Number of solar cells: 259
Battery cell chemistry: Lithium ion
Motor type/manufacturer: M2096 D3/Mitsuba
Miles traveled: 250