EV Challenge
About the Electric Vehicle Challenge
The Vital Link Electric Vehicle (EV) Challenge, formerly known as the Energy Invitational Competition, is the ultimate showcase of students pushing the limits of design, construction, and racing prowess.
Throughout the school year, students in classes and clubs engage in the construction of energy-efficient vehicles. They use a variety of energy sources to either completely construct them from the ground up or alter already-built vehicles.
As students develop their operational prototypes, they gain a comprehensive understanding of various disciplines, including electrical and mechanical engineering, aerodynamics, physics, technology, and much more. At the end of the school year, over 25 high school teams, and 250 students compete head-to-head in an exciting timed-trial race for the coveted first-place prize.
Event Details
Location
Saddleback College Lot 1
28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Race Day
Saturday, May 3 2025 | 9 am - 3 pm
Ways to Get Involved
We are looking for individuals to support us with various tasks during Race Day.
Volunteer tasks and duties can vary from—
- Assisting with parking
- Assisting with check-in
- Assisting with crowd control
- Tracking points
Volunteer shift times include—
- 8 AM – 12 PM
- 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
- 2 PM – 5 PM
Join us as a judge where you’ll ensure race readiness and evaluate cars on race day for performance and innovation. With a checklist in hand, your expertise will highlight the fusion of creativity and technical prowess, shaping the future of sustainable engineering. Become a judge and be a part of this impactful experience and inspire the next wave of automotive innovation.
- Participate as a Judge on Technical Safety Inspection Day
- Inspect all karts for safety requirements before Race Day
- Participate as a Judge on Race Day
- Keep track of points and lap times during the race
Sign up as a judge here.
Experience the adrenaline-pumping excitement of race day at the Energy Vehicle Challenge with free admission, a live DJ, and food trucks.
Join us Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Saddleback College.
For Sponsorship opportunities, please contact Dinh Thai at dinh@vitallink.org.
For all inquiries regarding the EV challenge, please contact Dennis at dennis@vitallink.org.
