Project

VISION

Our team builds on the legacy of the past efforts while setting a new standard for the future of the Rainbow Warriors Racing Team. In the past, our FSAE teams have seen both tough setbacks and great successes. The 2018 Team performed very well, placing 2nd in efficiency and 14th overall. The next year in 2019 the Rainbow Warrior Racing Team made it to competition but were unable to compete due to a broken suspension component. From 2020 to 2024 no teams were able to attend the competition in Michigan. Finally in 2025 the team returned but did not pass tech inspection and were once again unable to compete.

This year, we’re taking a fresh start. We are the first team in nearly 8 years to rebuild the vehicle from ground up. We will be focusing on creating a reliable vehicle instead of repeatedly fixing old worn down components. Our goals are straightforward, complete a full redesign of the vehicle, pass tech inspection, compete in 2026, and score at least 400 points. We are committed to building something dependable, competitive and strong enough to hand off to next years team. This will be the start to setting the foundation for a lasting legacy for the Rainbow Warriors racing.

Previous Team Working on Chassis Development

MISSION STATEMENT

The 2025-2026 Rainbow Warrior Racing Team will design, manufacture, and test a fully functional formula-style electric vehicle to complete all events and score 400 out of 1000 possible points at the Formula SAE EV Michigan 2026 competition to achieve a top 25 placement.

SolidWorks CAD Model of Formula EV

OBJECTIVES AND SUCCESS CRITERIA

  • Vehicle is competition ready by May 2026
  • Vehicle is manufactured and shipped within our budget
  • Vehicle passes technical inspection
  • Achieve a collective score of 400 points 

POINT BREAKDOWN

Event CategoryPoint Goal
Cost55 / 100
Presentation41 / 75
Design83 / 150
Acceleration26 / 100
Skid Pad20 / 75
Autocross33 / 125
Endurance105 / 275
Efficiency39 / 100
Total402 / 1000