University of Toronto Supermileage Team

‘UT3’ is the moniker this University of Toronto Supermileage team has given their vehicle. Fueled by gasoline, the team is currently redesigning UT3 to be lighter, faster and more aerodynamically efficient. Their goal is to beat the global record of 12665mpg (5 384km/L).

UT3’s drivetrain is built around a custom designed and in-house manufactured internal combustion engine. At SEMA 2014, U of T was the only team competing with a custom-built engine, and took home the 2014 Technical Innovation Prize.

UT3’s aerobody is an elongated tear-drop shape for maximum aerodynamics. The frontal area is larger than the rear - two wheels in front, one in back. The cockpit allows the driver to rest is a laying position, with steering mounted directly in front. The vehicle is 3m long, 70cm wide, 50cm tall and weighs 47kg.

This team hopes to learn the value of organized team work, collaboration and keeping a shared goal front-of-mind through their Eco-marathon experience. Supermileage has a goal to train members to understand and thrive in a real-world engineering environment, and aid them in becoming professionals in their field.

With a dedicated team of skilled and hard-working students, Supermileage is looking forward to competing with an eye on the first place prize.

Learn more about Supermileage on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.