| Saturday, January 18th, 2025 |
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Happy December and January!
As we close out 2024 and gear up for an exciting new year, we’re thrilled to share the latest updates, achievements, and upcoming plans with our community. From manufacturing milestones to new leadership transitions, this newsletter highlights the incredible work of our team and the support from our sponsors and partners. Let’s dive into what’s been happening and what lies ahead for Dallas Formula Racing!
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 | The car at 2024 Michigan Competition with driver Grant Mitchell
Photo Credit - Rachel Soetarman |
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VR3Chassis Tubes are here! |
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Testing out the pipes.
Photo Credit - Safaa Siddiqui |
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We are excited to announce that both the IC and EV competition teams have successfully completed the process of ordering all the chassis tubes with the invaluable support of VR3 Engineering. Their expertise and precision have been instrumental in ensuring that we kick off the manufacturing phase with confidence.
With the chassis tubes on their way, our teams are diving into the manufacturing process this semester, marking a significant step forward in preparing for the upcoming competitions in May and June. This collaboration sets the stage for another exciting season, and we can’t wait to see the results of everyone’s hard work on the track.
A huge thank you to VR3 Engineering for helping us lay the groundwork for success!
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Manufacturing UpdatesWhat we recently have been cooking in the shop! |
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New Upright
Photo Credit - Garret Castilleja |
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We are thrilled to announce that the manufacturing phase has officially begun, starting with the fabrication of the chassis. This marks a significant milestone in our journey towards building a competition-ready vehicle. The chassis serves as the backbone of our design, and meticulous attention is being paid to ensure precision, durability, and compliance with competition regulations.
The manufacturing team has been working closely with the design and engineering teams to finalize every detail. Advanced tools and techniques are being employed to achieve the highest quality standards. As the chassis comes together, the team is also preparing to initiate production on other key components. Stay tuned for progress updates and sneak peeks as we bring our designs to life! |
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Engineering Gala HighlightsYou should have been there! |
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Photo Credit - Cristobal Santamaria |
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Thank you for joining us at the Engineering Gala! It was an unforgettable evening where we celebrated our team’s achievements and connected with the broader engineering community.
Here are some pictures to commemorate the moment: |
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Photo Credit - Cristobal Santamaria |
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Your presence and support mean the world to us. We look forward to more opportunities to celebrate our shared passion for innovation and engineering. |
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New Officer TransitionsThe future demands different! |
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Left to Right: Abby Ayala, Safaa Siddiqui, Shereef Kamal
At Engineering Gala
Photo Credit - Cristobal Santamaria |
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As we gear up for the challenges and opportunities of 2025, we are excited to introduce our new leadership team. Their vision and expertise will guide us as we strive for excellence in every aspect of our operations: |
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| My name is Safaa Siddiqui, I am the SAE Chapter President of Dallas Formula Racing this year! I joined the team during my freshman year, and was previously involved with treasury + suspension (tires especially!). It's been amazing to be able to see the team grow to where it is today, I can't wait to continue to push this team to the success it's always worked for and showcase our talent and ambition for all! -Safaa Siddiqui |
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During the past few years the team has demonstrated an incredible amount of growth - from placing 29th overall and completing all dynamic events for the first time in its history, to an increased member base, faculty support, and more competition teams - it is no secret the team has a strong foundation to move forward and I cannot wait to keep this momentum going to push us to new heights!
Therefore, my goals for 2025 + forward include: Grow the competition teams and provide them with the resources and opportunities to place #1 in Texas overall consistently Increased + proper quality member retention + knowledge capabilities including documentation through beginner programs with hands on experience and programs (such as driver development through karts, etc.) Push the SAE chapter to continue to grow to new heights including creating sustainable demographics
The past few years have shown us we can reach great heights that the team once only dreamed of. I cannot wait to work with everyone and push the bounds of what we can achieve this new year!
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| Hey everyone! I am Abby Ayala, and I am the Chief Engineer for the Internal Combustion team for Dallas Formula Racing. I previously worked in Treasury as well as highly involved in suspension these last semesters. I have joined the team since freshman year, and it's incredible to see how much we have all grown and experienced.
- Abby Ayala |
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I'm excited to see the team's full capabilities and see our success to be the #1 in Texas. The incredible amount of engagement from all the active members working on projects amazes me how much we have grown. We have received such incredible resources, that I aim to push the team to utilize and showcase our capabilities to their full extent. My goals for 2025 include: Be #1 in Texas Standardized design process Optimize Vehicle Performance
This fresh start not only allows us to design a more competitive vehicle but also equips every team member with very valuable skills and knowledge that will drive innovation and collaboration. With this strong foundation, we are confident in our ability to achieve excellence in the 2025 season and beyond. |
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| Hello everyone my name is Shereef Kamel and I am the Electric Vehicle Chief Engineer. Since I joined the team freshman year I have worked on the brakes as well as packaging, thermals and manufacturing. These last few semesters has been very fun and I have learned a lot, I can’t wait to continue the tradition and compete this summer!
- Shereef Kamel |
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I am very excited to show the work our team has been doing for the last 2.5 years by completing our inaugural EV competition vehicle. This team has worked hard on all new designs and grown tremendously through all of it. The growing support we receive from faculty and industry has given us the tools and lessons to be better engineers. I intend to take what we have done and elevate it to a higher level in this next year.
My goals for 2025 include
Competing in FSAE Electric this June Design of a new platform for the next vehicle Push for EV specific new member engagement
Our fundamentals we learned in the previous years has set us up for continued growth and success.
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Kickoff MeetingYou should join! |
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Mark your calendars! We’re excited to kick off the 2025 season with an all-team meeting. This is a crucial opportunity to align our goals, set priorities, and lay the foundation for a successful year ahead. Date: February 6, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: ECSW 1.315
The agenda will include: A review of 2024 achievements and lessons learned. An overview of our goals and milestones for 2025. Updates from each subteam, highlighting their plans and key focus areas. Opportunities for team members to ask questions and provide input.
Your attendance is essential to ensure we start the year on the right track. Let’s make 2025 our best year yet! |
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Subteams ShoutoutComposites and Business |
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Our team wouldn’t be where it is without the relentless effort and dedication of our subteams. This month, we’d like to highlight the incredible work of two teams who have gone above and beyond:
Composites Team:
The Composites Team has been putting in countless hours sanding and refining parts to perfection. Despite facing continuous challenges with room availability, they’ve remained steadfast and resourceful, ensuring that progress never halts. Your persistence and commitment to quality are truly commendable. Hang in there, Composites Team – your hard work is the foundation for our vehicle’s success!
Business Team:
Over the last two weeks, the Business Team has been tirelessly working on the Request for Proposal (RFP) prompts for both the IC and EV projects. Their efforts are critical to securing the resources and partnerships that will propel us forward. Your dedication to delivering high-quality proposals under tight deadlines is inspiring. Thank you for driving the team’s success from behind the scenes!
Let’s give a big round of applause to these teams for their exceptional efforts. Keep up the fantastic work! |
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Sponsor ShoutoutLily Bearings |
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We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Lily Bearing for their generous support of the IC and EV steering subteams. Lily Bearing has provided us with high-quality deep groove ball bearings, which are essential components for the steering column mounting blocks. These bearings play a critical role in ensuring smooth and precise rotation of the column tubes within the mounting blocks, directly contributing to the performance and reliability of our vehicles. The support from Lily Bearing has brought us one step closer to achieving our goal of building competition-ready vehicles. Partnerships like these are what enable us to innovate and excel. Thank you, Lily Bearing, for your belief in our team and for helping us drive forward! |
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Thank you for reading, see you next month! |
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