Every year Purdue University, West Lafayette, hosts the evGrandPrix race. The Purdue evGrandPrix is more than just a race; it represents the opportunity to change a generation. The purpose of this event is to accelerate innovation through education.
Using electric powered go-karts, it inspired college students to commit their creative energies to develop future electric vehicle technologies-technologies. The winner of this event is the team that best blends kart design, battery efficiency, community outreach, and race placement in the 100 lap event.