2023-2024: close but no dice.
PM-24 at Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds
PM-24 was an evolution of PM-23. Featuring redesigned sidepods, pedal box, suspension, and new pneumatic shifting capabilities. While the car had extensive testing, a mechanical failure led to a DNF in Endurance. Ultimately, PM-24 clinched a 2nd place finish in Design Finals with an overall finish of 27th at FSAE Michigan.
2022-2023: almost there.
PM-23 at Michigan International Speedway
The PM-23 is one of our most ambitious designs to date. With newly designed side pods, an optimized undertray, improved pedal geometry, and modified rear suspension kinematics and chassis geometry, the PM-23 looked very promising going into competition. These improvements saw the car easily make it into design finals. While a mechanical failure during the endurance event caused us to DNF, we scored very well in many other categories. 4th in Acceleration, 7th in Design, 12th in Autocross and 13th in Skidpad. Ultimately, PM-23 finished 29th overall at FSAE Michigan.
2021-2022: Top 10 Finisher.
PM-22 next to the North Carolina State University Bell Tower.
PM-22 was designed with the goal of improving on the already impressive performance of WM-21 while also integrating an engine swap to the Kawasaki ZX-6R 636. This car was also the first to feature 4-element DRS, side wings, and the Drexler limited slip differential. These improvements led PM-22 to finish 9th overall and 6th overall at May and June FSAE Michigan respectively.
2021-2022: The EV Emerges.
WM-22E next to the North Carolina State University Bell Tower.
Competing for the first time, we’re proud to announce WM-22E. This EV passed mechanical and accumulator technical inspection. With a chain driven inboard rear motor drivetrain and a custom battery pack, the first competition for this car was a solid foundation for the future.
2019-2021: Lighting Struck Twice.
WM-21 outside of our garage.
Some details about WM-21 include a change to 16 in. tires and OZ Magnesium wheels, shim-adjustable suspension, 4-2-1 exhaust system with a 2 in. secondary, and a 3 element rear wing with DRS. All improvements led to a top 5 finish in both FSAE Nevada and FSAE Michigan.
2018-2019: Built to last?
WM-19 racing at Michigan International Speedway.
WM-19 was an evolution of the WM-18 car, but with a focus on reliability and weight-reduction. Big changes include the shift to a single radiator, MoTeC L180 integration, rear wing DRS, and a custom steering wheel with a screen, integrated shift lights, and driver controls. Its reliability-oriented design led it to a top 10 finish at FSAE Lincoln. However, it only finished 50th overall at FSAE Michigan.
2017-2018: Houston… We Have Liftoff.
WM-18 racing at Michigan International Speedway.
WM-18 had many major design changes that led to performance gains in all areas. Notably, it had a new center fed intake system that reduced weight and increased power significantly. At FSAE Lincoln, this car achieved 2nd place in Acceleration. Overall, WM-18 was 27th overall and 67th overall at FSAE Lincoln and FSAE Michigan respectively.
2016-2017: End Of An Era.
WM-17 at Michigan International Speedway.
The WM-17 car produced approximately 80 hp and 40 ft-lbs of torque while weighing 452 lbs. This led to an 11th place overall result in FSAE Lincoln and a 56th overall at FSAE Michigan.
2015-2016: Modest Gains.
WM-16 at Michigan International Speedway.
The WM-16 car finished 48th overall at FSAE Michigan.
2014-2015: Wang. Big Wang.
WM-15 at Michigan International Speedway.
WM-15 finished 67th overall at FSAE Michigan.
2013-2014: Monochromatic.
WM-14 at Michigan International Speedway.
WM-14 finished 67th overall at FSAE Michigan.