The latest news of the team.
Two-thirds done!
Can you believe it? We are already two-thirds done. Another day of smooth and reliable driving
We are off…
Today marks the first day of the World Solar Challenge. Eventhough we had a rough start we still had a fantastic day and are looking forward to keep pushing tomorrow!
We are on pole position (again)!
Today we successfully passed Dynamic Scrutineering and also were able to get the fastest time on the track!
All green – We passed Static Scrutineering
After months of preparation and manufacturing, Covestro Æthon successfully passed Static Scrutineering! This marks a major milestone for our team, proving that our car meets all event regulations. Now we’re ready to take the next steps toward dynamic scrutineering and hitting the track!
From the Outback to the Race Track
The last weeks we successfully tested Covestro Aethon in the Australien Outback. Now its time for the Hidden Valley Racetrack in Darwin!
G`Day from Australia
The adventure begins! We are down under which means the testing is about to begin. Lets see how Aethon is going to drive Down Under.
Meet Covestro Ӕthon!
After 1,5 years of developing and manufacturing we are proud to present our newest innovation Covestro Ӕthon!
Efficiency Pushed to the Limit
Team Sonnenwagen Aachen achieved remarkable efficiency at the 24-hour iLumen European Solar Challenge, securing 2nd and 3rd place with their solar cars. Their newest car only required one battery charge, making it the most efficient in the race. Now, the team is preparing for the 2025 World Solar Challenge in Australia.
Securing Second and Third: A Flawless Race
After 24 hours of racing, we secured second and third place at the iLumen European Solar Challenge 2024. We are more than happy with our results and our smooth racing style.