ABOUT
What is the Supermileage Engineering Challenge?
The Super Mileage Engineering Challenge is an annual competition for high schools throughout Indiana. The objective of the competition is to build a car with the highest possible fuel economy. The Super Mileage Engineering Challenge is sponsored by Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA). The Indiana Super Mileage Committee sanctions the event. Prior to the competition, the team must submit a design proposal and safety plan. This challenge provides opportunities for teamwork, problem-solving, design, fabrication, web development, and business planning. All funding for our extracurricular club is gained by students through our sponsors.
The Benton Central Supermileage Challenge was started in 2010 by faculty advisors Scott Robertson and John Weitlauf.
Design & Fabrication
The Design & Fabrication team is responsible for the physical layout, component fabrication, and vehicle assembly. This team also addresses vehicle setup, powertrain design, and driver safety.
Sponsorship & Marketing
The Sponsorship & Marketing team is responsible for generating the funds necessary for the operation of the club. They plan and coordinate fundraisers and communicate with potential sponsors. They also help to put together social media, print media, and email communications to build awareness of the team.
CAD
The CAD team is responsible for all computer-aided design, 3D printing, and generating the necessary models and drawings for our design proposal. The CAD team completes a full 3D model of each car on the team. They also assist with any other digital manufacturing tools such as CNC and laser cutting.
Web Development & Data Aquisition
The Web Development & Data Acquisition team is responsible for building and maintaining the team website, monitoring the team email account, and communicating with all necessary parties to keep all information current and relevant. They are also responsible for working with computer systems to collect data on all our vehicles by using sensors and computer programming.
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TRACK AWARDS
3RD PLACE PROTOTYPE
2023 - 551.9 MPG
OFF-TRACK AWARDS
IMSTEA HORIZON AWARD
Awarded to the best performing first year team2011
IMSTEA TENACITY AWARD
Awarded to the team who ran into a great deal of adversity but nonetheless persevered and were able to make successful runs.2014
IMSTEA MST INTEGRATION AWARD
Awarded to the team with the best integration of Math, Science, and Technology into their vehicle(s).