Electrathon
The ONW Electrathon team is a capstone class for juniors and seniors in the Aerospace and Engineering Academy at Olathe Northwest.
Electrathon America is a nationally recognized competition, and Electric Marathon is where teams strive to build the most efficient electric-powered vehicle. The winner is determined by how many laps each vehicle can complete over one hour with a specific amount of batteries.
Objectives of Electrathon America Competition:
- To drive electrically powered vehicles as far as possible for one hour on a closed loop course using limited electrical energy.
- To provide a forum where skill and ingenuity may be displayed, compared and tested.
- To improve public awareness and understanding of efficient alternative electric vehicles.
- To create an affordable sport defined by established rules in which groups and Individuals can participate competitively and safely.
Visit the Kansas Electrorally website or the national Electrathon America website for more information!
Mission Statement
Our mission is to learn from and improve upon previous years’ ideas in order to produce our own efficient vehicle. We will foster a productive team environment and will improve ourselves and the community through outreach.
Vision Statement
Olathe Northwest Electrathon will work as a cohesive team in order to advance each other’s skills, and will strive to improve the program for future classes through close documentation and technical innovation.
About Our Cars
Car 233
2017 — This car features a custom made steering wheel and fiberglass reinforced Styrofoam body panels. It has placed as high as fifth.
Car 913
2016 — This aluminum 200-pound car features a dual-lever system and acceleration control using a handle. 913 has won a race and placed highly in many others.
Car 233
2013-2016 — This steel 300-pound car was built several years ago and has been kept due to its consistent performance. It has placed as high as fifth.
Our Unique Cars
