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FAQs

• expandWho can enter?

  Shell Eco-marathon is an academic educational programme. All Teams wishing to enter must be affiliated with an educational institution. To learn more about what educational institutions are eligible for Shell Eco-marathon participation, please read our Official Rules, Chapter I.

• expandHow many vehicles are permitted to enter per institution

  A maximum of two vehicles per institution can enter, as long as they fulfil two conditions: 

  • Both vehicles are competing in separate vehicle classes (for example, one is an Urban Concept and one is a Prototype)
  • Both vehicles are competing in different energy categories (for example, an Internal Combustion Engine vehicle and a Battery Electric vehicle or Hydrogen).  Please note Gasoline, Ethanol and Diesel vehicles are in the same energy category (ICE).

• expandHow many people make up a team?

  The number will vary for each competition. Please make sure to check the specific criteria for the Shell Eco-marathon programme you register for. 

• expandAre there any age restrictions?

  Yes. Student participants must be at least 16 years of age on the first day of competition. In some circumstances, 14- and 15-year-olds may be permitted to take part if relevant safety and supervision plans are agreed with the organisers.

• expandCan I participate if I’m no longer studying at my current institution?

  Unfortunately not. All participants must be enrolled in an academic institution selected to participate at the time of the competition.

• expandAre there any language requirements?

  Yes. Your team manager and driver(s) must be able to speak English as they will be coordinating with the organisers and receiving instructions during the competition.

• expandWhat about additional expenses?

  Every team is responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by taking part in the competition, for instance travel from another country, building and freighting costs for your vehicle and hotels or accommodation.

• expandCan teams compete in alternative Shell Eco-marathon events in 2020?

  The global impacts of COVID-19 have meant that all physical events in 2020 have been cancelled. However, while we can’t gather around a track, we’re delighted to share the latest on the alternative Shell Eco-marathon virtual programme.

  Find out more about the 2020 Shell Eco-marathon Virtual Programme.

• expandWhat will happen with 2021 selection, as it’s based on quality of previous results?

  For the 2021 programme, priority will be given to all teams who were selected for Phase 3 in the 2020 programme.