A solar-powered car race started on Sunday in Australia, with 34 teams from all over the world competing to win the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. The teams were greeted by people waiting to see the vehicles embark on their 3,000-kilometre (1,864-mile) journey across the outback, from Darwin to Adelaide. The first vehicles are expected to start arriving in Adelaide on August 28th with the event closing on August 31st.
Epic Outback Challenge: Solar-Powered Cars Hit the Road!

Epic Outback Challenge: Solar-Powered Cars Hit the Road!
Witness the thrilling start of the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, where teams from around the globe race solar-powered cars across Australia's vast outback.
A solar-powered car race kicked off in Australia with 34 teams from different countries competing in the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. The event spans a challenging 3,000-kilometer route from Darwin to Adelaide, with the first cars expected to arrive by August 28. Spectators cheered as the teams embarked on this exciting journey.