The NSIT Solar Car Concept team builds solar electric vehicles to contribute to solar technology research and development. The team works on a 2-year cycle to design, fabricate, and test their vehicles for solar challenges. Their current project will participate in the 2014 American Solar Challenge. Working on the solar car projects provides students with practical experience applying their classroom knowledge to build functioning prototypes. It also helps them develop skills relevant to industries like automotive, as well as fundraising, communication, and teamwork abilities. The projects aim to further solar technology research and promote sustainable energy sources.