Electric powertrain
The powertrain group develops the electric drivetrain with an emphasis on performance, reliability, efficiency, and serviceability.
Vehicle program
Our Formula SAE Electric Car
Bronco Racing students develop an electric formula-style race car by integrating mechanical design, high- and low-voltage electrical systems, manufacturing, and vehicle testing.
Vehicle overview
The repository identifies the current car as BR-01 and lists the following vehicle targets and specifications.
- Vehicle weight
- 435 lb
- Power
- 30 kW
- 0–60 mph
- 7 seconds
Vehicle systems
Electrical systems
The electrical team integrates high- and low-voltage systems, controls, sensors, wiring, and vehicle safety functions.
Chassis
Chassis members design and build the frame around safety, stiffness, low weight, and driver packaging.
Suspension
Suspension members develop geometry and damping to produce predictable handling, grip, and useful driver feedback.
Manufacturing
Students translate designs into parts and assemblies while coordinating interfaces between each vehicle system.
Testing and integration
Vehicle-level testing gives the team evidence to find issues, refine designs, and prepare the car for Formula SAE evaluation.