Solar powered cars race in South Africa

October 1st, 2008 in Technology / Energy
One of the cars taking part in the 'South African Solar Challenge'

One of the cars taking part in the 'South African Solar Challenge' on display in Cape Town. Africa's first-ever solar-powered car race is underway in South Africa to raise awareness about alternative energy and promote science and technology.

Africa's first-ever solar-powered car race is underway in South Africa to raise awareness about alternative energy and promote science and technology, organisers said Wednesday.

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