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EV record: Tesla Roadster travels 313 miles on a single charge

By Noel McKeegan

21:58 October 28, 2009 PDT

Tesla Roadster: 313 miles (501km) through the Australian Outback on a single charge

The Tesla Roadster has set a new distance record for a production electric vehicle by traveling 313 miles (501km) on a single charge. The milestone took place during the 2009 Global Green Challenge in Australia where eco-friendly vehicles have been battling it out over a formidable 1800 mile course. The distance achieved is well above the 244 mile range Tesla quotes in its specs... and on top of that, the electric sportscar reportedly had 3 miles worth of charge left in its batteries when it finished the record breaking run. Read More

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Japanese solar car wins 2009 Global Green Challenge

By Noel McKeegan

00:28 October 28, 2009 PDT

Japan's Tokai Challenger solar vehicle has taken victory in the Global Green Challenge

Japan's Tokai Challenger solar vehicle has taken victory against a strong international field in the 2009 Global Green Challenge. After covering almost 1860 miles (3000km) in four days across Australia's baking red center, the entry from Japan's Tokai University crossed the finish line at 3.39pm local time. The team's run was nearly flawless, reporting only a single flat tire with just over 100 miles of the course to race and the win breaks a string of four consecutive victories by the Dutch Nuon team, which is currently battling it out for second place against University of Michigan Solar Car Team. Read More

ECOGIZMO

Global Green Challenge kicks off later this month

By Alan Brandon

06:28 October 10, 2009 PDT

The 2009 Global Green Challenge will take teams of solar cars and alternative fuel vehicle...

This month dozens of competitors will gather in Darwin, Australia, for the start of the Global Green Challenge. This 1860 mile (3000km) showcase of state-of-the-art transport technologies pits environmentally friendly vehicles against the heart of the Outback as they race south towards the finish line in Adelaide. The event has evolved from the famous World Solar Challenge and now includes two classes: one for solar-powered vehicles and an "Eco Challenge" for other types of electric, hybrid and alternative fuel production and experimental vehicles. Read More

 
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