Brunel Solar Team’s Post

With just 4 weeks left before we head to South Africa, we're in full swing testing our stunning solar car. Our technical checks are becoming more efficient, our strategy is razor-sharp, and the motor is running smoothly. We're witnessing our team transform from a development team into a high-performance race team. During our test days, we're simulating the conditions we'll face in South Africa, such as navigating potholes, avoiding red lights, dealing with unexpected animals on the road, and constantly monitoring the weather. We're also fine-tuning our coordination and communication to ensure we're ready for any challenge. 🐘🐆🦬🦏🦁 Every day brings us closer to our goal, and the excitement is building. Stay tuned as we push our limits and get ready to take on the Sasol Solar Challenge! #BrunelSolarTeam #SasolSolarChallenge #HighPerformance #SolarCar #Innovation #CountdownToDeparture #Big5 #PushingLimits 📸 Photo: Jorrit Lousberg

Heading to South Africa in 5 weeks – “Uitzwaai borrel” Yesterday, we said farewell to our partners who have helped us this year and will continue to support us during the race. It was an incredible evening full of inspiration and collaboration, celebrating the strength of our partnerships.    - In exactly 35 days, 17 hours, and 24 minutes, we will be heading to South Africa to prepare for the Sasol Solar Challenge, taking place from September 13th to 20th. This adventure marks a crucial moment for us, where months of hard work and dedication come together. - We began the evening with a detailed explanation of the strategy we have been working on for a year to race as efficiently as possible. Following this, Marc Lammers spoke about his coaching and how we are developing into a high-performance racing team. This valuable knowledge will be carried forward by our team and applied to future challenges. As the highlight of the evening, our partners had the opportunity to see Nuna 12s in action at Circuit Zandvoort. This spectacular moment was made possible thanks to Menno Weeda and Niels Verhoog, to whom we extend our heartfelt thanks. Seeing Nuna 12s in action was a glimpse of what's to come in South Africa! With our departure to South Africa approaching, we will keep you updated on our preparations and adventures. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting events! We can't wait to share our journey with you and showcase what our team is capable of. A big thank you to all our partners for their incredible support. #BrunelSolarTeam #SasolSolarChallenge #Nuna12s #Big5 #SolarRacing #HighPerformance #CircuitZandvoort #Delft #Sustainability #Innovation #Teamwork #Partnerships

We're beyond excited to finally unveil our car and proudly announce our partnership with Omnimark BV | Express yourself! The team at Omnimark works swiftly and expertly, always thinking alongside us. Our creativity knows no bounds, and we see that same innovative spirit in Omnimark. They’re not just imaginative—they’re realistic, offering solid advice on what’s feasible. Omnimark is a fantastic partner with immense expertise. They've been supporting us for years, and it’s clear their technicians love being part of our South African adventure. The unique wrap design is truly eye-catching. It beautifully blends our university town of Delft with the vibrant wildlife of South Africa, showcasing the ‘big five’ animals in Delft blue on our solar car. The lion stands for leadership, the leopard for speed, the elephant for intelligence, the buffalo for invincibility, and the rhino for resilience. The Big 5 also symbolizes our milestone of heading to South Africa for the fifth time! A big thank you to Hwie-Bing Kwee for making this possible. #BrunelSolarTeam #Nuna12s #SolarRacing #Big5 #SasolSolarChallenge #LiveryDesign

A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation: Brunel Solar Team x Royal Delft! We had the incredible opportunity to capture the magical world of the centuries-old Delft Blue at the Royal Delft Museum. Every year, we unveil our new solar car in a unique way. This year, we decided to showcase Delft’s pride by intertwining our story with the timeless beauty of Delft Blue. Picture this: the stunning landscapes of South Africa, majestic wildlife, and the iconic Big 5, representing the core values of our team: 🦁 Leadership (Lion) 🐘 Wisdom (Elephant) 🐃 Invincibility (Buffalo) 🐆 Speed (Leopard) 🦏 Strength (Rhinoceros) The Big 5 also signifies our milestone of heading to South Africa for the 5th time! Thanks to the hospitality and support of Royal Delft, we were able to capture beautiful footage for our Car Reveal video. They also ensured that the reveal event was styled to perfection with Delft Blue vases filled with Dutch tulips and Proud Mary figurines. A special shout-out to our video crew! Nico Strik, Job van Helden, Olivier Binkhorst, Jaimy Sanrodji , Jelle Batenburg 🎥 They didn’t just film our journey; they brought it to life, showcasing our passion and the elegance of Delft Blue with breathtaking shots! Dive into our story and watch the reveal video here: https://lnkd.in/eME5w8QW #BrunelSolarTeam #RoyalDelft #DelftBlue #SolarInnovation #Sustainability #Big5 #CarReveal #SasolSolarChallenge #Nuna12s

This weekend, we showcased our Nuna 11s at the Historic Grand Prix in Zandvoort! 🏁 It’s fantastic to see how fast technological advancements are progressing: from roaring engines to a whisper-quiet car powered by solar energy. 🌞 What an amazing weekend with so many car enthusiasts! We’ve never had so many interesting questions, even from our youngest fans! We also met up with former NUNA teammates who are still part of the Nuna family. And, of course, we couldn’t resist taking a photo with the cheerful Bluey! 📸 Thanks to Air France KLM Martinair Cargo our Nuna 12s will safely travel to South Africa. And the sunny weather was perfect! Not only does Nuna love the sun and even took a lap around the circuit! We also shine with our beautiful Serengeti Eyewear sunglasses from Bobo's Eyewear 😎🌞 Thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible weekend! 🧡 #BrunelSolarTeam #HistoricGrandPrix #Zandvoort #SolarEnergy #Innovation #Teamwork #NUNAfamily

Throwback Thursday! We can't believe it's already been a week since we unveiled our Nuna 12s at the Car Reveal. With immense pride and dedication, we are thrilled to announce that this year we will be driving on our very own motor! This milestone is a testament to our team's hard work and innovative spirit. A huge thank you to everyone who supports us—our sponsors, partners, and incredible community. Your belief in us drives our journey forward. With just 7 weeks left before we head to South Africa, the excitement is building. We can't wait to share more about our NUNA12s and the adventures ahead. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes looks, team updates, and more! #BrunelSolarTeam #Nuna12s #SolarRacing #ThrowbackThursday #Big5 #SasolSolarChallenge

The wrap of Nuna 12s was designed in collaboration with Clément Heinen. Since Nuna 9s, Clement has been helping to transform the team’s story and ideas into stunning illustrations on our Nuna's This year, we will defend our four-time title in the Sasol Solar Challenge. The Big Five refers to our potential fifth title in South Africa, our ‘fifth ring’ in Olympic terms. The five animals symbolize specific qualities found within the team: Lion: Leadership; Elephant: Intelligence; Rhino: Resilience; Buffalo: Invincibility; Leopard: Speed. The illustration is depicted in Delft blue colours, referencing our TU Delft background, so we take a bit of home with us to South Africa!

We are proud to present Nuna 12s! ☀️ After a year of hard work we have created a car to capture our fifth consecutive win in the Sasol Solar Challenge! This year, we have created a more efficient car ready for the South African landscape. Nuna 12s is packed with new technologies like a solar panel upgrade.The star of the show is the new motor with dual magnetic rings for more power! In style with the South African landscape, we carry the big five on our side. However, to stay true to our Delft roots it is done in the traditional Delft blue style. #Nuna12S #BrunelSolarTeam #SasolSolarChallenge 📸: Hans-Peter van Velthoven

THIS IS NUNA 12S !! ⚡☀️ Watch the reveal video here: https://lnkd.in/dSs2u8qW #BrunelSolarTeam #SasolSolarChallenge #Nuna12s