Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is Formula SAE? We’re a nonprofit student-run organization where, every year, we design and build a formula-style race car and compete across the country against other collegiate teams.

• Where are you located? We have our own shop about 2 miles away from campus that we share with other ME organizations.

• What department/college are you a part of? We are part of the Mechanical Engineering Department and CECAS as a whole. We have members in various colleges from Business to Chemical Engineering and are improving our relationship with the Automotive Engineering Department/ICAR.

• How much time do you spend working every week? General members typically spend around 4 hours per week, while leads average about 8 hours. Our general rule of thumb is, "You get out what you put in" meaning the more engaged and involved you are, the more you'll learn.

• Who drives? We run driver trials every year and pick the four fastest members of the team. The only prerequisite is that they must have been a contributing member for at least a year before they can try out.

• How many competitions do you have? We have 5 competitions which are: Michelin LPG, Formula South, Barnesville, Pittsburgh, and our biggest competition is Michigan every May.