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Graduate students at Clemson University work on last year’s concept prototype — Deep Orange 16. This year they are working alongside BMW engineers to develop the Deep Orange 17 energy-positive electric vehicle concept, scheduled to debut this August. (Photo/Clemson University)
Jul 14, 2026

BMW sponsors Clemson Deep Orange 17 project

BMW is sponsoring Clemson University's Deep Orange 17, where graduate students are developing a solar-integrated, energy-positive electric vehicle.

Clemson University’s Deep Orange 16 is a semi-autonomous rescue vehicle designed to speed disaster response and enhance safety in extreme conditions. (Photo/Clemson University)|Deep Orange 16 is designed to be driven into a disaster and, if necessary, drive itself back without someone behind the wheel. (Photo/Clemson University)|Deep Orange 16 was inspired by the critical need for rescue personnel and equipment in the North Carolina mountains following last year’s Hurricane Helene. (Photo/Clemson University)|The interior of the vehicle can carry patients, rescue victims or equipment. (Photo/Clemson University)
Aug 15, 2025

Clemson University unveils Deep Orange 16 disaster response vehicle

Clemson University’s Deep Orange 16 is a semi-autonomous rescue vehicle designed to speed disaster response and enhance safety in extreme conditions.