Motoring

Uniden goes the full “Monty” supporting ANU’s World Solar Challenge entry

Intensive off-grid testing has commenced in the Australian National University’s entry into the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2025.

The ANU’s fourth generation entry known as Solar Car 4, dubbed “Monty” has commenced testing in the most challenging of environments at Coober Pedy, South Australia. The entry is the culmination of work from over 50 students from engineering, science, business, and computer science disciplines.

Uniden have partnered with the ANU to supply their XTRAK UHF radios and Dash View Dash Cams to assist the team stay connected throughout the trials and the journey from the Top End to Adelaide.

The Bridgestone World Solar Challenge will kick off from Darwin on 24 August covering over 3,000km to the finish line in SA’s capital a week later.

The ANU entry has been preparing for the challenge in Coober Pedy since 26 July and has been testing all systems, equipment and communications to ensure the vehicle is race-ready ahead of the move to the start line in Darwin

“Testing in remote Australia means reliable communication is non-negotiable,” said Cameron Wallace, Business Lead for the ANU Solar Racing Team. “Uniden’s high-performance equipment gives us the confidence to focus on what matters: refining the car and preparing our team for race day.” 

People can follow the team and the event online at https://worldsolarchallenge.org/

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