Formula Student

The students are to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation. The intended sales market is the non-professional weekend autocross or sprint racer. Teams can state a proposed market size and corresponding manufacturing volume/production run targets. The team must demonstrate the logic behind their assumption/proposal and must be able to demonstrate that it can support a viable business model for both parties.

The car must be low in cost, easy to maintain, and reliable, with high performance in terms of its acceleration, braking, and handling qualities.

Each team will go through the following rigorous testing process of their car:
Static Events:
Design, Cost & Presentation Judging - High scoring part of competition
Technical & Safety Scrutineering
Tilt Test
Brake & Noise Test
Dynamic Events:
Skid Pan (Figure of 8)
Sprint
Acceleration
Endurance & Fuel Economy

Please note that our judges are all industry specialists who volunteer their time, along with the qualified marshals.