2026
American Solar Challenge
Éclipse 12 completed the 2026 American Solar Challenge, covering a total distance of 3,931.6 km (2,443.9 miles) between Minneapolis, MN, and Amarillo, TX. The route followed the legendary U.S. Route 66. Challenging road conditions and the journey through “Tornado Alley” put the car to the test, but Éclipse 12 made it through unscathed. Cloudy weather and rain also tested the car’s electrical and photovoltaic systems. Fortunately, the strategy team made the right decisions to keep the car in the sunlight between the clouds.
We are proud to have completed the competition in third place while also winning the fourth stage of the event. The experience provided our team with valuable learning opportunities, and the future looks bright for the years ahead.
2026
Formula Sun Grand Prix
Éclipse 12 took first place at the 2026 Formula Sun Grand Prix, completing a total of 347 laps in less than 24 hours. The Brainerd International Raceway lived up to its reputation as one of the fastest tracks in North America, allowing Éclipse 12 to set a new record for the greatest distance ever covered during a Formula Sun Grand Prix, with a total of 1,730 km (1,075.7 miles). This incredible performance allowed the team to successfully defend the championship title it earned at the same competition in 2024.
The race was marked by sunny weather and a nearly flawless run. Éclipse 12 completed the second-fastest lap of the competition with a time of 3 minutes and 14 seconds, just one second behind the fastest lap of the event. Despite two flat tires, Éclipse maintained the lead from start to finish, keeping a consistent pace throughout all three days of racing.
We are also very proud to have won the Innovation Award at the Altair Challenge thanks to our bold battery design, as well as third place in the MathWorks Challenge thanks to our dynamic modeling project developed using MATLAB.
2025
World Solar Challenge
Éclipse 12 marks a major leap forward for our club. More aerodynamic and energy-efficient, this new car enabled our team of 17 students to achieve the best performance in our history. Completing the 3,021 km course in just under 39 hours, we demonstrated flawless mechanical and electrical reliability as well as total technical mastery.
This record-breaking edition in Australia earned us several prestigious honors:
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9th place overall worldwide
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Eberle-Selwood Arrow Cup Championship
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Safety Award
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First team to complete the static inspections
Winning the Eberle-Selwood Arrow Cup Championship is the ultimate recognition of our season. This trophy, awarded to the top-performing team across all international competitions in 2024–2025, confirms that Éclipse XI and 12 are not only fast cars but competitive machines capable of challenging the global elite.
2024
American Solar Challenge
The Éclipse XI team concluded the 2024 American Solar Challenge with a total of 2,004.5 miles (3,225.9 km) driven on public roads in the United States, from Nashville, TN to Casper, WY, without any breakages or flat tires. Our performance proved the robustness and reliability of our vehicle.
We are proud to have won several awards, including:
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2nd place in the Single-Occupant Vehicle category
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Stage 4 Winner
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Electrical Design Award
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Abe Poot Teamwork Award
The Abe Poot Teamwork Award is particularly meaningful to us because it honors the memory of Abraham Poot, a leading figure in solar racing. This award recognizes the spirit of collaboration and helping others, values he always upheld. It is a great honor to receive such recognition.
2024
Formula Sun Grand Prix
Eclipse XI took first place at the Formula Sun Grand Prix 2024 with 215 laps, covering an impressive distance of 1089.93 km (677.25 miles). A historic performance, marking our first ever victory in 30 years of solar racing!
This closed-circuit race at NCM Motorsports Park allowed Éclipse XI to demonstrate its reliability and efficiency. With only three pit stops to change drivers, we maintained a consistent pace throughout the 24 hours of racing.
Montreal shone with a double victory : Éclipse XI dominated the Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) category, while Esteban 11 from Polytechnique Montréal triumphed in the Multi Occupant Vehicle (MOV) category.
2023
World Solar Challenge
In its first race, Eclipse XI covered 3000 km from Darwin to Adelaide, taking 1st place for Canada, 2nd for North America and 10th worldwide in 46h 53m 59s. No electrical, mechanical or puncture problems affected its performance, even in the harsh conditions of the Australian Outback.
2022
American Solar Challenge
Despite global challenges, we are finally back on the road with Éclipse X.2! With a renewed electrical system, we completed 1,500 miles on the Oregon Trail from Independence, Missouri to Twin Falls, Idaho in 56:57:53. This latest feat marks the end of Éclipse X’s career, as we pass the torch to Éclipse XI, a completely renewed prototype, ready to propel us even further!
2019
World Solar Challenge
During the 2019 World Solar Challenge, Éclipse X made club history by becoming the first Quebec team to complete this prestigious competition. A milestone that places our Australian adventure in the club's legend.
