Unknown Troubles
02:44 PM April 04, 2006
We have to disassemble the drivetrain because either the clutch or the motor has problems. We think that the motor might have a couple damaged brushses which are causing it to slip and grind. Check back later to see what we find out.New Garage
09:49 AM March 29, 2006
We moved our car and most of our belongings to our new garage! It is nice to have our own garage because it feels like the university is finally recognizing the project as a beneficial and viable way to recruit students and educate both students and the public. Don’t get me wrong, the university has always been supportive. In fact, President Bowman has been one of our strongest supporters and was the person who allowed the project to even be possible. It is just that it can be challenging to get things accomplished, but having the president of the university on your side always helps 
I'll try to add some photos soon.
New Web Site
12:00 AM March 01, 2006
Hope the new design is appealing, send us feedback if you have any suggestions.New Speed Record for Mercury I
12:00 AM June 18, 2005
Mercury I achieves over 40 mph on the Mitsubushi test track!Motor Controller up in Smoke
12:00 AM June 14, 2005
Mercury I blows its motor controller; cause unclear. New one on order...Road Test
12:00 AM June 04, 2005
The first road test of Mercury I: 19 mph powered speed with partial battery pack, 50 - 65 mph possible with full pack.Maiden Voyage
12:00 AM June 03, 2005
Mercury I operates under its own power for the first time!We Returned from Preliminary Scrutineering
12:00 AM May 15, 2005
We are back from Topeka, KS and boy do we have a lot of work to do!Donation from ING
12:00 AM May 01, 2005
ING is our newest Silver level sponsor.Donation from Morse
12:00 AM May 01, 2005
Morse (A division of Emerson Power Transmission) is now a Silver level sponsor.Donation from Cope Plastics
12:00 AM May 01, 2005
Cope Plastics is now a Silver level sponsor for donating materials.Donation from Bridgestone/Firestone
12:00 AM March 30, 2005
Bridgestone/Firestone is now a Silver level sponsor by supplying our tires.Donation from ISU Credit Union
12:00 AM March 30, 2005
The ISU Credit Union became a Silver level sponsor for their financial support.Article in the Daily Vidette
12:00 AM March 21, 2005
We were featured in an article in the Daily Vidette.Lead Article in the CASNews
12:00 AM March 21, 2005
We were featured on the front page of CASNews this issue.Team Mercury Featured on Tech Talk Radio Show
12:00 AM March 21, 2005
One of our advisors, Dr. Holland, was interviews on the air for Tech Talk.You can download it here.
Donation from Steve Chaney of Interstate Batteries
12:00 AM March 17, 2005
Interstate Battery just became a Silver level sponsor for donating the batteries for our electrical system.Donation from Kurt's Auto-body Repair Service
12:00 AM March 10, 2005
Kurt's Auto Body just became a Silver level sponsor for painting our car and and for their financial support.Donation from the University President
12:00 AM December 01, 2004
We just got word that the Office of the President of Illinois State University has agreed to support our project. Thanks to the donation of $10,000 we will have the car here first thing in January!