The air at Soma Bay’s Marina had a different feel to it last week. Lined parallel to the floating boats was a garage, housing nine racing cars built by students from nine universities. Global Education Energy Environment had brought to Egypt its first hybrid electric car challenge. The breeze buzzed with energy as screwdrivers clinked and engines came to life in preparation for the two-day racing event. Every team was left to shape and mould their cars the way they saw fit to be fast, stable and energy efficient, each with their competitive edge. “The track is hot!” was heard repeatedly for two days, as Khaled Mostafa, Global EEE’s director of operations, would announce the ongoing races. Everyone had to pass inspections before they were allowed to race. For that purpose, there were practicing sessions and qualifying sessions. The only team that qualified on the first day was Helwan University’s team. “We have always wanted the idea to be brought to Egypt,” said Helwan University’s Mostafa Mohamed, who had taken part in another contest in England. “We suffered a lot from travel.” Yet, Mostafa saw promising talent. “There is a…
Egypt’s Future Engineers Race by the Sea in First Hybrid Electric Car Challenge
March 22, 2016
