First solar-powered car unveiled in Manila, Philippines
Feb 5, 2007
source: GMA News TV
http://www.gmanews.tv/story/29431/
De La Salle University in Manila has succeeded in making a solar car prototype. Aptly named Sinag, it is believed to be the first solar car built in the Philippines. Sinag, built at a cost of P9 million, was designed to promote the use of alternative sources of energy. Its makers are joining the World Solar Challenge 2007 in Australia on Oct 21 – 28, 2007. Students and faculty members of DLSU proudly unveiled the prototype at the Fort in Taguig City recently.
Made from carbon fiber and Nomex, the lightweight speedster will compete in the World Solar Challenge and help promote the use of alternative sources of energy. The car will utilize solar cells from SunPower, which has a plant in the Philippines and reportedly manufacturers the most efficient cells in the world.