Sharjah school team clinches victory in Greenpower Endurance Race - Middle East Business News and Information
Student-built EVs go head-to-head in 90-minute showdown at Yas Kart Zone
Dubai, UAE: A team from the International School of Choueifat, Sharjah secured victory in the Greenpower UAE Grand Prix, an endurance race that brought together students from across the country to compete with electric vehicles built in the classroom.
The winning team, VoltStar, combined to complete 79 laps of the Yas Kart Zone track at Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit yesterday, three more than their nearest rivals, the Leopards team from GEMS Dubai American Academy
Finishing third after clocking up 74 laps were the Immortal Speedsters from GEMS Winchester School Fujairah.
A total of 13 teams of 12 competed in the second edition of the event, all aiming to complete as many laps as possible in 90 minutes, with two driver changes allowed. Each team designed and built the electric kit cars as part of their studies.
'The kids had a fantastic opportunity showcasing their abilities and passions in a non-strictly academic setting,' said Physics Department teacher Davide Farina, who oversaw the project for the winning team. 'They're passionate and brilliant and I am so proud of them.'
Ali Shaltoni, who shared the driving with Yasir Al-Guburi and Yazen Al-Guburi for the VoltStar team, said: 'Driving in the Greenpower race wasn't just about speed. It was about strategy, precision, and trust in the engineering. Every turn reminded me that teamwork and preparation make the win possible.'
The other team members were Yara Alimam, Abdulhayee Yamin, Jameel Khan, Srinjay Shrinivas Shankar, Yousef Saleh, Maya Alaeek, Mariam Habib and Muhammad Areeb Muhammad.
The race was organised by automotive events agency and motorsports consultants Pole Position, which runs the Green Power programme in the UAE, with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure as its strategic partner.
The programme aims to inspire students to explore careers in motorsport and electric vehicle engineering, while highlighting the importance of sustainability and reducing emissions.
'Our mission began with a passion for fostering sustainable motorsports and providing career pathways for young talent in automotive engineering,' said Ryan Trutch, CEO and Founder of Pole Position.
'Ultimately, it was very rewarding to see 168 fully-committed students giving everything on the day, and we look forward to continuing with the development our non-profit programme. Our goal is to welcome at least 50 new schools each year, and with the support of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, we're confident of achieving this target.'
His Excellency Eng Fahad Al Hammadi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector at MoEI, said: 'One of the key priorities for the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is to empower the next generations of innovators and sustainability champions, and we congratulate everyone who took part in the Grand Prix.
'The Greenpower Programme is an initiative that gives youngsters the opportunity to become part of the solution to global challenges. We encourage more schools to participate next year and open the door for their students to embrace innovative thinking.'
The Greenpower UAE Grand Prix was also sponsored by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority, Aggreko, Peec Mobility, and One Allsports, and Trutch is keen to develop more corporate CSR partnerships to achieve the programme's long-term goals.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al-Ahram Weekly
17-05-2025
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Formula One: Tsunoda walks away unhurt from high-speed crash - Omni sports
Yuki Tsunoda survived a spectacular high-speed crash that saw his Red Bull car somersault into the barriers after only six minutes action in Saturday's qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. The 25-year-old Japanese, who has good experience of racing at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit, lost control when he hit the kerbs at the Variante Villeneuve. His car lifted and flew sideways before turning upside down into a single barrel roll before skewing into the barriers. He was unhurt, but the session was red flagged to a halt as he climbed from his car and walked away. Tsunoda was racing at an estimated 240kph when he bounced off the track, sending a stark warning of the unforgiving nature of the Imola venue where three-time champion Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger were killed in big accidents at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. The drivers were all clearly alarmed by the scale of the crash and immediately checked on Tsunoda's condition. He was promoted to the Red Bull team from the junior Racing Bulls sister outfit earlier in the season to replace Liam Lawson. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
See - Sada Elbalad
16-05-2025
- See - Sada Elbalad
Al Pacino Joins Biopic "Maserati: The Brothers"
Yara Sameh Oscar winner Al Pacino has joined the cast of the star-studded biographical drama "Maserati: The Brothers,". Directed by Bobby Moresco, the biopic is follows the family behind the high-performance automobiles that, along with Ferrari and Lamborghini, Italy is known for. In 'Maserati', Pacino will be making a cameo appearance as businessman Vincenzo Vaccaro, who supported the Maserati family and invested in the early days of the company. The star-studded film also stars Anthony Hopkins, Andy Garcia, Jessica Abla, Michele Morrone, Salvatore Esposito, Gina La Piana, and Tatiana Luter. Maserati was founded in 1914 in a garage in the central Italian city of Bologna by three brothers: Alfieri, Ettore and Ernesto. The trident that is the company's emblem is a replica of the one found in the Fountain of Neptune in Bologna. From early on, the company –which is now known for exotic luxury cars — was tied to the world of auto racing. Maserati's first Grand Prix racing car, called 'Type 26,' is the vehicle that Alfieri Maserati was driving in the 1927 Messina Cup race when he had a near fatal crash. Alfieri died a few years later, on March 3, 1932, at the age of 44 from complications related to that accident. In 1937, the brothers, while remaining involved, sold a controlling stake in the company that is now owned by Fiat. Iervolino ('Modì') is the lead producer on the biopic. Nicki Cortese and Wayne Marc Godfrey from Bright White Light ' The Beast' are co-financing and executive producing the project. The second and final phase of filming of 'Maserati' will start in June in Rome. The film is slated for a worldwide premiere in early Fall 2025, Iervolino said. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Mid East Info
05-05-2025
- Mid East Info
Sharjah school team clinches victory in Greenpower Endurance Race - Middle East Business News and Information
Student-built EVs go head-to-head in 90-minute showdown at Yas Kart Zone Dubai, UAE: A team from the International School of Choueifat, Sharjah secured victory in the Greenpower UAE Grand Prix, an endurance race that brought together students from across the country to compete with electric vehicles built in the classroom. The winning team, VoltStar, combined to complete 79 laps of the Yas Kart Zone track at Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit yesterday, three more than their nearest rivals, the Leopards team from GEMS Dubai American Academy Finishing third after clocking up 74 laps were the Immortal Speedsters from GEMS Winchester School Fujairah. A total of 13 teams of 12 competed in the second edition of the event, all aiming to complete as many laps as possible in 90 minutes, with two driver changes allowed. Each team designed and built the electric kit cars as part of their studies. 'The kids had a fantastic opportunity showcasing their abilities and passions in a non-strictly academic setting,' said Physics Department teacher Davide Farina, who oversaw the project for the winning team. 'They're passionate and brilliant and I am so proud of them.' Ali Shaltoni, who shared the driving with Yasir Al-Guburi and Yazen Al-Guburi for the VoltStar team, said: 'Driving in the Greenpower race wasn't just about speed. It was about strategy, precision, and trust in the engineering. Every turn reminded me that teamwork and preparation make the win possible.' The other team members were Yara Alimam, Abdulhayee Yamin, Jameel Khan, Srinjay Shrinivas Shankar, Yousef Saleh, Maya Alaeek, Mariam Habib and Muhammad Areeb Muhammad. The race was organised by automotive events agency and motorsports consultants Pole Position, which runs the Green Power programme in the UAE, with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure as its strategic partner. The programme aims to inspire students to explore careers in motorsport and electric vehicle engineering, while highlighting the importance of sustainability and reducing emissions. 'Our mission began with a passion for fostering sustainable motorsports and providing career pathways for young talent in automotive engineering,' said Ryan Trutch, CEO and Founder of Pole Position. 'Ultimately, it was very rewarding to see 168 fully-committed students giving everything on the day, and we look forward to continuing with the development our non-profit programme. Our goal is to welcome at least 50 new schools each year, and with the support of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, we're confident of achieving this target.' His Excellency Eng Fahad Al Hammadi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector at MoEI, said: 'One of the key priorities for the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is to empower the next generations of innovators and sustainability champions, and we congratulate everyone who took part in the Grand Prix. 'The Greenpower Programme is an initiative that gives youngsters the opportunity to become part of the solution to global challenges. We encourage more schools to participate next year and open the door for their students to embrace innovative thinking.' The Greenpower UAE Grand Prix was also sponsored by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority, Aggreko, Peec Mobility, and One Allsports, and Trutch is keen to develop more corporate CSR partnerships to achieve the programme's long-term goals.
