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In its 11th national competition podium finish, the University of Idaho College of Engineering’s Idaho Clean Snowmobile Challenge Team took second overall in the Spark-Ignition category of the 2023 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Clean Snowmobile Challenge.

The interdisciplinary team competed against 16 teams from across the U.S. and Canada in the weeklong challenge to produce innovative solutions to make a cleaner, quieter and more efficient snowmobile practical for manufacturers and enthusiasts alike.

The team demonstrated excellent skills in snowmobile riding, presentation skills and writing knowledge. UI has been participating in this event since 2001. Preparation for the competition is a year-long effort. The UI Clean Snowmobile Challenge Team meets regularly each week to design, develop and test solutions to reduce emissions and create a quieter snowmobile while maintaining performance and power. PacTrans has been proud to support this great team and effort for many years.