2020 Americas Off-Track Awards
The Off-Track Awards showcase the range of skills that go into each Shell Eco-marathon project and recognise the outstanding achievements of the teams off the track.
On Wednesday, May 6, 2020 the Americas Off-Track winners were announced LIVE and exclusive on Instagram and Twitter. Host Norman Koch, Global General Manager Shell Eco-marathon was joined by an expert panel of judges and a very special guest Joey Logano, Shell-Pennzoil NASCAR Driver from Team Penske to announce the winners.
In 2020 we received 65 submissions across seven categories from 34 teams in seven countries. That’s nearly twice the number as in previous years! The competition was fierce and our judges had a tough time deliberating over the team’s entries. After building a shortlist of the best teams, our panel used scorecards to arrive at a final decision. As in previous years, the winning teams in each category receive USD 3,000, and the recipient of the Road Safety Stipend was awarded USD 500.
Read on for the full list of 2020 Americas Off-Track Award winners.
Watch the 2020 Americas Off-Track Awards Ceremony
2020 Americas Off-Track Winners
Mater Dei Supermileage 2, USA
This team designed, constructed and refined an airless tire and wheel combination. They optimized four wheels for weight reduction, frictional grip, rolling resistance and aerodynamics. Award presented by Southwest Research Institute.
Drop Team, Brazil
Drop Team really impressed the judges with their omnichannel marketing approach from the use of traditional media to social media and live events, the quality of their content was very innovative and showcased Shell Eco-marathon well.
LA Tech Eco Car, USA
The jury recognised this team’s innovative design, research and original execution for ergonomics, aesthetics, choice of materials, technical feasibility and eco-friendliness. Award presented by Altair.
Cedarville Supermileage Sting, USA
This team succinctly presented their design processes from scale model to the fully finished vehicle. The design was thoughtfully developed and meticulously executed to maximize the vehicles fuel efficiency and driver’s safety. Award presented by Altair.
Sask Eco UC, Canada
The team were chosen for their ingenuity in using recycled parts, 3D printing and even hockey sticks! Their material selection, standardized components, and effective segmentation of end-of-life products supports the economics of circular design.
JMU Supermileage, USA
This team demonstrated a compelling commitment to the daily safety practices, appointing a safety officer and creating a set of rules to follow in their campus workspace. Their choices for vehicle design were made for efficiency without compromising the safety of the driver or competitors.
Northridge High School, USA
Northridge High School prepared a comprehensive travel plan including all relevant activities and information such as itinerary, emergency contact list, first aid that are important for a safe trip.
Honourable Mention
Taq Balam, Guatemala
Taq Balam deserves an honourable mention as they were on par with Drop Team in the Communications category, in almost every aspect. The only differentiating factor was on volume and variety.
2021 Virtual Off-Track Awards
The Virtual Off-Track Awards are back and submissions for 2021 are OPEN! There are two exciting new categories: Data and Telemetry Award and Simulate to Innovate Award plus great prizes for winners and runners-up to be won. Click here to find out more, download the rules and enter today.
Virtual Learning Sessions
This year we launched a series of Shell Eco-marathon Virtual Learning Sessions streamed live via YouTube. The sessions are a collaboration with our technology partners and enable students to participate, continue to learn and interact from the safety and comfort of their own homes.
The Spirit of Shell Eco-marathon Stories
Beyond the track and technical elements of the competition, there are the people; our student teams who are the heart and soul of Shell Eco-marathon. These awards not only celebrate their passion, determination and spirit, but for the first time capture their stories in their own words.
