Chipping Sodbury School Greenpower teams; Rotary Racer, Chain Reaction and Pod Movement travelled to Rockingham race circuit for the Greenpower International Final.

A total of 100 cars participated in this final, some even coming from countries such as China and Poland.

As a wet practice closed, the first F24 race got underway, with Chain Reaction starting late due to a puncture. The teams realised that all cars were struggling against the torrential rain and the wind. Rotary Racer were having display issues which meant they were unable to control the car’s speed. Chain reaction later discovered that their chain was loose causing it to slip. Despite the weather and the technical issues, Rotary Racer got an 8th place, Chain Reaction got a 35th place and Pod Movement got a 44th place.

A break between the races allowed the teams to dry off, with Rotary Racer even using a hair dryer on their car. The F24+ race (ages 16+) began for Rotary Racer and Pod Movement. Rotary Racer got 8th, and Pod Movement got 23rd.

The second F24 race began and Rotary Racer still had no control over their battery usage. They managed to achieve a 5th place in the race, despite having to finish the race early. Pod Movement also did exceptionally well with a 28th, and Chain Reaction closely behind with 29th.

Overall, the teams were outstanding with these three cars appearing in the top 30 for the first time. Ending the season Rotary Racer came in 5th position overall, Pod Movement in 28th and Chain Reaction in 29th out of more than 300 teams nationally. All the students would like to thank everyone for their participation this season, especially the parents and Miss McMorrow for supporting them throughout the season. The teams are currently developing their ideas for next year and welcoming aboard the new Year 7s who have joined the school.