The NSIT Solar Car Concept team builds solar electric vehicles to contribute to solar technology research and development. The team undertakes projects over a 2 year cycle in 3 phases: design, fabrication, and vehicle testing. Students benefit by gaining practical experience applying their theoretical knowledge and skills like project coordination, fundraising, and teamwork. The current project will participate in the 2014 American Solar Challenge to further the aims of more practical solar electric vehicles and sustainable energy promotion.