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The University of Auckland Formula SAE Team Inc. |
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With only one year to complete a prototype, a group of 30 students have set out yet again to test their engineering skills in the development of an open wheel race car. Since 2004, competing regularly in the Formula SAE Australasia event, The University of Auckland Formula SAE Team has created a reputation for being a surprise package.
Formula SAE is an internationally renowned design competition in which teams from all over the globe compete. Since our first appearance in 2004, when the team bagged the FISITA Best Rookie Award after placing sixth overall, the team has consistently placed in the top ten. This year the team aims to go one step further and earn a podium finish.
With the support of the University and numerous loyal sponsors, the team strives to not only do them proud, but to cement New Zealand as a leading innovative country.
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On Monday the 16th of April, V8 Supercar driver Greg Murphy took time from his busy schedule to pay a visit to the team at our workshop.
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The Formula SAE-Australasian competition has ended for 2011 and we managed to walk away with 3 trophies and placed 5th overall. Final results can be found here.
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On the 17th and 18th of March, the team had a stall at the Superbike round at Hampton Downs. It was a successful weekend of watching some amazing racing and getting our team noticed. We brought down our 2011 and 2008 cars and had a lot of interest, especially with the 2008 car that contained a supercharged R6 engine. |
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Friday began with scrutineering at 8.30am, a check to ensure the car is safe and meets the rules. A few minor things initially stopped us from passing but this was quickly resolved. The drivers were given a treat at their morning briefing with a speech from Nick Percat, the 2011 Bathurst Champion.
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