At GM, we’re known for crafting products people crave and experiences they never forget.

The first electric starter.
The first telematics system.
One of today’s most advanced assisted driving systems.

Since day one, we’ve been solving for what matters. We design incredible cars with an attention to detail that’s second to none. Our vehicles are perfectly engineered for your journey. Now, we want to know what your team is doing to redefine what it means to be an SAE CDS competition team.
In this new award presented by GM, tell us about your team’s latest innovations, how you’re putting people at the center of your program, and what you’re doing to integrate sustainability into your operations. Read the complete rule set here!

The Excellence in Technical Innovation Award will be presented to one team at each of the following competitions:
• Formula SAE IC 2026
• Formula SAE EV 2026
• Baja SAE Ohio 2026

The prize awarded to winning teams is a voucher for complementary competition registration fees, pre-paid by GM, to be used within the next two years of competition (2027 or 2028).