Hummingbird
STEM: Formula 24 Racing
In order to allow as many students as possible to be involved each year, different engineering disciplines are explored. Whether it be working with hand tools to construct the car, or performing complex calculations to plan race-critical parameters, there is a place for all who wish to get involved.
Greenpower is the overseeing body, an international STEM development organisation who host numerous heats of the challenging 90 minute 24 Volt electric car races. Each team has regulation batteries and motors and must have a minimum of 3 drivers in each race. This requires high-pressure pit stops as well as consistent and assertive driving. All team members must be aged between 11 and 16
Our car ‘Hummingbird’ has had a string of successes in the 45 races we have entered so far. We are currently proud to have won four awards at the 2024 RMB Chivenor Heat: the Portfolio Award, Sustainability Award, the Best Presented Team Award, as well as achieving first place in both the Chivenor and Predannack Heats. We are now 9th place internationally and the whole team is working hard to perform well in the International Final at Goodwood.”
The Best Presented Team award is given to the team with the best overall appearance, including uniformity of team wear and presentation of the car itself, as well as good behaviour and teamwork.
The Portfolio Award recognises the substantial team work and ongoing education and development associated with highly regarded PHSG’s team.
The Sustainability Award is presented to the Team who has prioritised their commitment to climate action through stepping up efforts to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen resilience and adapt to climate-induced impacts. For full details on the criteria to achieve this award, please click here.
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We are proud to be driving change, inspiring young women to explore the exciting opportunities STEM offers and showing them they can lead the way in any field.
Hummingbird is a powerful platform promoting STEM education and empowering women in engineering, technology, and beyond! This initiative brings together multiple disciplines, from design and mechanics to communications and performance, offering hands-on experience in real-world problem solving.
Get involved, discover your potential, and be part of this thrilling journey toward innovation and success!
The Construction Team
Crafting speed, one bolt at a time – Be part of the team who build our winning Formula 24 Racer!
The Performance Team
Maxing out every mile - The part of the team who are the brains of the operation, predict outcomes and make the decisions!
The Communications Team
Keeping us in sync - this team is the key link between all the teams and is a critical element for a smooth running race.
The
Drivers
Steering into victory - the team with nerves of steel and discipline to keep their adrenaline in check. Do you have what it takes to be selected as a prestigious Hummingbird Driver?
The Media Team
Lights, Camera, Action! - This multi-award winning team creates the magic and is always in pole position!
Picture Galleries
Dive into our picture gallery and relive the thrills of Formula 24!
Our Sponsors
Introducing our main sponsor and details on how your company can get involved.