Have a brake, have a kit car

A record-breaking eight high schools entered this year’s electric kit car challenge at the Tameside Cycle Circuit.

Hosted by Tameside College, the three-day event saw entrants built their own cars with help from the college’s automotive department, using kits supplied by Greenpower, a charity that aims to make young people more interested about science, technology, engineering and maths. 

The final day had pupils from Audenshaw School, Denton Community College, Droylsden Academy, Fairfield High School, Great Academy Ashton, Mossley High School, St Thomas Moore RC College and West Hill High School competing in categories including furthest distance travelled, best teamwork and safest driving. 

“The Greenpower Challenge is a great event every year which everyone involved gets very excited about, including myself,” said Jackie Moores, Tameside College’s Principle and CEO. “The challenge has grown year on year over the last decade and now it has become something to be truly proud of. 

“There isn’t another activity out there like it and the college prides itself on giving the pupils involved valuable skills and memories to take home with them.” 

The race day, which took place on June 20, also featured a display of racing cars and bikes, unusual electric vehicles, and even an appearance from Doctor Who’s K9. 

The event has grown in popularity each year, growing from just two entries in 2017.