UPNVJ Public Relations – Students from the Veteran National Development University (UPNVJ) Jakarta have once again achieved a proud achievement. Two UPNVJ teams have advanced to the final round of the 2025 Energy-Efficient Car Contest (KMHE), which will be held from October 23 to 26, 2025, at the University of Jember, East Java.
This prestigious national-level event is part of the Student Impact Competition Program, initiated by the Directorate of Learning and Student Affairs (Belmawa), Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology. The competition provides a platform for students from various universities across Indonesia to showcase innovative, energy-efficient, environmentally friendly vehicles that prioritize fuel efficiency.
The success of two UPNVJ teams in advancing to the final stage demonstrates the students' strong commitment to developing research and applied technology in the automotive sector. This achievement also serves as concrete evidence of the implementation of the "National Defense" value through innovation and a spirit of contribution to the nation's progress.
UPNVJ's Vice Rector III for Student Affairs, Cooperation, and Information Systems, Dr. Ria Maria Theresa, Sp.KJ., MH, also provided support when sending the team off to Jember University on October 21, 2025. She expressed her pride and hope that the students would perform at their best in this national event.
"We truly appreciate the enthusiasm and hard work of the students who have fought their way to the final round of the KMHE. This is proof that UPNVJ students not only excel academically but are also capable of innovating in the field of environmentally friendly technology. We hope the participants can deliver the best results and uphold UPNVJ's good name," said Ria in her welcoming speech to the Reksa Team, held at UPNVJ's Soedirman Plaza.
Through participation in KMHE, UPNVJ students are expected to hone their technical, collaborative, and creative skills, as well as broaden their knowledge of sustainable energy. The university also provides full support as a commitment to strengthening the Independent Learning Campus (MBKM) program, particularly in student research and innovation.
The 2025 KMHE event at the University of Jember will bring together hundreds of young innovators from various regions to compete in designing the best energy-efficient vehicles, while also becoming a momentum for collaboration between universities in building a culture of sustainable research in Indonesia.