Participant Hub
Your place to stay informed about Shell Eco-marathon
Mileage Challenge April 7 to 11, 2026 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indiana
| RULES | Chapter I (PDF, 947 kB) | 01-Sep-25 (PDF, 947 kB) |
| Chapter II | 06-Jan-26 (PDF, 596 kB) | |
| Chapter IV (PDF, 634 kB) | 10-Dec-25 | |
| Participant Guide (per email) | 24-Mar-26 | |
| REGISTRATION | Technical phase open | 01-Sep-25 |
| Technical phase close | 13-Jan-26 | |
| Logistics phase open | 20-Jan-26 | |
| Logistics phase close | 03-Mar-26 | |
| Drop-out deadline | 03-Mar-26 | |
| Off-track Awards open | 06-Jan-26 | |
| Off-track Awards close | 24-Mar-26 | |
| Q&As | Live Q&A n°1 | 18-Nov-25 |
| Live Q&A n°2 | 13-Jan-26 | |
| Live Q&A n°3 | 10-Mar-26 |
Other details and reminders
Your Competition Journey
Shell Eco‑marathon registration happens in two steps:
- Phase 1: Technical Phase
Submit your team and vehicle details so we can confirm your readiness to compete.
- Phase 2: Logistics Phase
If your team is selected, you’ll confirm your attendance and share further information and team‑member details.
Your Participant QR Code
One week before your event, each registered team member will receive an individual QR code by email.
This QR code is your entry ticket and must be shown at check‑in to access the venue.
Participation Certificates
Every competing team receives official Shell Eco‑marathon participation certificates for all registered team members.
- All certificates are sent after your event, to the team manager’s email.
- It is the Team Manager’s responsibility to share them with the rest of the team.
- Keep them for your academic or professional portfolio.
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View our FAQ or send us a message here.
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Shell Eco-marathon aims to empower the next generation of energy leaders. The competition embodies the spirit of these Changemakers – their perseverance, collaboration, and innovation – and ties it to Shell’s purpose of helping achieve a cleaner energy future for all.