Illini EV Concept 2022: Pioneering Energy Efficiency
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Team Illini EV Concept from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have demonstrated innovation, relentless perseverance and determination as they dealt with multiple challenges in the 2022 competition.
Meet Xavier Kelley and Dmitry Ichenko two members of Shell Eco-marathon team from the USADuring the pandemic their team faced challenges head-on and had to adapt including finding the right space to work on their electric vehicle; took the opportunity to introduce new ideas and technologies, including making their vehicle autonomous and even doubled their team over a particularly challenging time.
These inspiring students are passionate about sustainability and share what they’re doing to raise awareness in their local communities on simple innovative and technology solutions to care about the planet.
They believe that Shell Eco-marathon provides them with the knowledge to solve real-world problems in the transportation and create a world where people have the same opportunities and ensure a better future for everyone.
Watch the video for more on their story.
“Shell Eco-marathon is a great opportunity… to get hands-on experience and build a car from the ground up.”
