Hanzehogeschool Groningen
Hanze
Team "Hanze" from Hanze University of Applied Sciences consists of four driven Software Engineering students. They are pushing the limits to perfect their vehicle and tackle the challenges of the Self Driving Challenge 2025. Last year, they won the closed category—this time, they’re aiming even higher!
Software
Perseverance and creativity
What sets Team Hanze apart is their relentless drive. Challenges? They face them head-on. Problems? They solve them creatively. This mindset makes them not just a strong team, but also flexible and resourceful. No obstacle is too big for Hanze!
Why the Self Driving Challenge?
Because they can! For these software wizards, this challenge is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and test themselves in a real-world scenario. It’s the perfect way to expand their knowledge and experience the world of autonomous driving up close.
Reigning champions
After last year’s victory, they don’t just want to win again—they want to take their software to the next level. The goal? Complete the track successfully, drive faster than the base speed limit, and conquer every obstacle in one go.
Software is their superpower
Their vehicle doesn’t have a name, but that doesn’t matter—the real magic is in the code. Since the car is provided by the RDW and hardware modifications aren’t allowed, their focus is entirely on software innovations. The biggest challenge? Working within the limits of the computing power and finding smart solutions where others would rely on hardware upgrades.
Innovation and optimization
The team is building on last year’s software, refining and expanding it to tackle new situations even more efficiently. Faster, smarter, and smoother—that’s the strategy. They don’t just want a winning car; they want a seamless and stable driving experience.
Team Hanze is ready to go full throttle.