Older model Toyota Priuses. The solar cells being used by Toyota, Sharp and NEDO in a prototype car are only about 0.03 millimeters thick, so they can be placed on curved surfaces such as the roof ...

Now, what I've always loved about Drew's projects is the fact that they're simple and in-depth enough to have you following along and creating your own DIY machines, the solar-powered car included.

The Oregon Solar Car Team, which is a nonprofit, is still looking for sponsors to help with the upcoming season. So far, they have raised about $20,000 for the race, and hope to raise $10,000 more.

Four years ago, 27 engineering students with a love for automobiles put their heads together and came up with the seemingly far-fetched idea of building a solar-powered car from scratch. "All of ...

The Solar Human Hybrid is a street-legal quadricycle with a solar-powered electric motor to help you along, room for three friends to join you in the fun and even a spot for groceries and your dog.

The Iron Lions are Solar Car Challenge national champions, and they've been perfecting their car, Invictus, for four years. It's sleek, white, made of carbon fiber - it has almost 500 solar cells ...