Valletta – Latest Achievement in Local Engineering Excellence
The University of Malta Racing team is gearing up for an exciting showcase on April 1st, when they'll open their doors to reveal the EV26, their latest electric race car project [1]. Starting at 10am, the open day promises to give visitors a rare glimpse into one of Malta's most ambitious engineering initiatives.
The EV26 represents the team's next chapter after a remarkable 2025 season. Just last year, the team achieved a Top 10 finish at Formula Student UK with Malta's first locally designed and built electric race car – a milestone that put the island firmly on the competitive motorsport map [1]. That success caught the attention of industry leaders too, with the team recognised at the Malta Engineering Excellence Awards with the Innovation Catalyst Award [1].
But they're not resting on their laurels. This new machine will carry Malta's colours to Formula Student UK 2026 at Silverstone, one of the world's most prestigious racing circuits [1]. It's a chance for the team to build on their momentum and push the boundaries of what's possible in student-led motorsport.
What to Expect at the Open Day
The open day isn't just about showing off a sleek electric race car, though that's certainly part of the appeal. Visitors will get visual access to the EV26 and see firsthand the technical developments that have gone into its design and construction [1]. More importantly, they'll get insight into the engineering, business, and innovation that drives a student-led project of this scale [1].
It's a chance to see student-led excellence in action – the kind of homegrown talent and determination that rarely gets the spotlight it deserves. For anyone interested in engineering, motorsport, or simply what Malta's brightest young minds are capable of, it's worth making the trip.
"The open day will offer visual access to the EV26 car and its technical developments, insight into the engineering, business, and innovation behind the project, and a taste of student-led excellence in Malta" [1]
Whether you're an engineering enthusiast, a proud Maltese supporter, or just curious about what goes into building a competitive electric race car, April 1st is your chance to see it all up close – right here at home.