1. Contextual Challenge (the problem that needs solving)

 

Like it or not electric cars are becoming more popular! So what's all the fuss? Are they better, worse or just different to normal (internal combustion engines). We are going to investigate this while we have fun racing the electric cars we build.

 

2. Specification (the list of criteria than needs to be completed to solve the problem)

Must

Should

Could

Move under its own power (no pushing!) go in a straight line Be personalised to appear like a hot rod!
Have a method of switching on and off accelerate quickly  
Batteries that are easy to change