Welcome to Supermileage

A student project team dedicated to building high efficiency electric and internal combustion cars

What We Do

The University of Michigan Supermileage Team is a student-led project team engineering competitive, single-occupancy, ultra-efficient vehicles. We have students across all disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Environmental, and Aerospace engineering, Engineering Physics, Robotics, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Art & Design, Business, Finance and more!

This year our team is taking on two engineering challenges! Firstly, we're continuing development of our urban-concept internal combustion vehicle, Maple. Secondly, we are designing our upcoming car an urban concept electric vehicle, Cedar. If you are looking for hands on manufacturing or design experience, stop by!

Our History

In 2010, a small group of University of Michigan students formed a team with the goal of designing the most fuel-efficient internal combustion concept car in North America. These original eleven students attempted to answer one question: what would it take to create a vehicle capable of achieving over 3,000 miles per gallon? When our team came into being, the North American record was 3,169 mpg, and we knew that our challenge was to beat that record and to achieve competitive success in fuel economy competitions such as SAE Supermileage (our namesake competition) and the Shell Eco-Marathon. Currently, the University of Michigan Supermileage Team only competes in the Shell Eco-Marathon but competed with two cars in 2024! With our entry to the prototype battery electric class, we achieved a 121.3 Mi/kWh or a 4100 MPGe

Platinum Sponsors

Ford

Ford Motor Company has put the world on wheels since its founding in 1903 by Henry Ford. Ford, one of the world’s largest automakers operating in over 125 countries around the world, sells automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand, and luxury cars under its Lincoln brand. Ford’s automobiles, innovations, and manufacturing have made the blue oval known around the world since its founding.

Michigan Engineering

Michigan Engineering provides scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world. We seek to improve the quality of life by developing intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, creating collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promoting an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Nissan

Nissan Motor Corporation, stylized as Nissan, is a global automaker with headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. Founded in 1933, Nissan has transitioned from its early days to a major player in the automotive industry, known for its innovative and eco-friendly vehicles. Nissan's product line includes electric cars, sports cars, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. Employing over 137,000 people worldwide, Nissan operates in numerous countries, embodying a legacy of quality and innovation in automotive engineering.

STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics, commonly known as ST, is a leading semiconductor company based in Geneva, Switzerland. Established in 1987 from the merger of two semiconductor entities, ST has evolved into a key player in the electronics sector, offering a broad array of microcontrollers, sensors, and semiconductors for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications. With a workforce of over 46,000 globally, ST is dedicated to driving smart, eco-friendly technologies across the electronics landscape, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions in its operations.