Formula SAE Electric

Location
Michigan International Speedway
Brooklyn, MI 12626
Details
Registration Fee: 2,900.00
Registration Limit: 100
Registration Closes: Sunday, November 30, 2025 11:59 PM
Round 2 - Virtual Presentations

Teams advancing will be assigned a presentation date/time between 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time on Friday, May 1, 2026

  • Watch FSAE mobile app for announcements on Presenter Requirements.
  • Assigned time slots will be under Series Resources ~1 week after announcement of teams advancing to Round 2
Spectator Rules for Formula SAE

Welcome, Spectators!

A spectator is anyone attending the event who is not:

  • A volunteer with event operating responsibilities, or
  • A member of a team with official credentials.

Event volunteers and team members are usually easy to identify by their t-shirts, uniforms, or badges.

Spectators are required to park in the MIS Fan Zone located outside of the Michigan International Speedway oval.

  • After being directed to parking, Spectators will use the Pedestrian Tunnel to gain access into the infield.
  • Spectators need to report to Garage 1 (on the left) to register and receive a spectator wristband.
  • All children under age 18 MUST be accompanied by a legal guardian.

Where You Can Go
Spectators are welcome to enjoy the competitions from designated spectator areas and other public areas you’re allowed to access. These include:

  • Spectator areas outside the course
  • Team paddocks
  • Parking lots, food vendor areas, restrooms, and connecting walkways/paths

Where You Cannot Go
For your safety and the safety of participants, spectators are not allowed in:

  • Technical inspection areas, practice/testing sites
  • Static Judging event areas
  • Dynamic event areas, such as track or practice areas
  • Areas marked with “Restricted Access” or “No Access” signs

Additional rules:

  • Do not sit or stand on barriers or fences
  • Closed-toe shoes are required
  • No pets allowed onsite
  • Unauthorized entry into restricted areas may result in ejection from the event

Drone Policy
Use of drones is strictly prohibited unless officially contracted with SAE International.
Drones will be confiscated by MIS officials.

Safety Enforcement
If a spectator enters an unauthorized area, the event may pause immediately until the area is cleared.

Student Team Members:
Even students not part of the active event crew are considered spectators and must follow all rules. No exceptions.

Photography
All photos must be taken from designated spectator areas. Photographers who enter restricted areas may be asked to leave.

No Exceptions
Spectator rules are strict. Anyone not following the guidelines may be asked to return to the spectator area or leave the site entirely.

Sponsors & Equipment Suppliers

Companies may become involved in Collegiate Competition Events at the competitor's level by registering as an Equipment Supplier.

Please email Brandie Sberna for details and pricing of becoming an Equipment Supplier.

3DXTECH

3DXTECH is offering a 15% discount to SAE collegiate teams on our full line of high-performance 3D printing materials and additive manufacturing solutions. Products include carbon fiber and glass fiber reinforced filaments, high-temperature polymers such as PEEK and PEKK, ESD-safe materials, and engineering-grade composites designed for demanding automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. Our materials are trusted by engineers and manufacturers who require strength, reliability, and consistent performance.

Discount Offer: 15% discount on our website using Promo Code SAETEAM15
Discount Amount: 15%

Additional Information: 3DXTECH is a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance 3D printing materials engineered for demanding industrial, aerospace, automotive, and defense applications. Known for material innovation and consistent quality, 3DXTECH develops advanced polymers and composite materials that help manufacturers move from prototyping to production with confidence. Beyond materials, our team works directly with collegiate engineering teams to help identify the best material and manufacturing solutions for their specific applications and project goals. Whether you are optimizing lightweight components, improving heat resistance, or increasing part durability, 3DXTECH is committed to partnering with SAE teams to help bring innovative designs to life.

ANSYS Part of Synopsys

Items Available:
• Ansys Academic Research Mechanical and CFD (25 tasks)
• Ansys Academic Research EM (5 tasks)
• Ansys Academic Research HF (5 tasks)
• Ansys GRANTA Research Selector (5 tasks)
• Ansys Academic Research HPC (per core) up to 32 cores

Discount Offer: Free

Discount Amount: 100%

Additional Information: Software shall be used in the design and development of student team vehicle/planes in exchange for marketing and promotion of Ansys software via logo on the vehicle, inclusion on the team website and social media pages. Interested teams can apply by submitting this application form. Need additional details, please contact [email protected].

Explore Ansys Innovation Courses to get started with Ansys tools and the Learning Forum for technical support.

Autodesk

Items Available: Autodesk® Fusion™ is a 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE tool. Fusion enables students to work together in an integrated design, engineering, and manufacturing platform. It connects the entire product development process in a single cloud-based platform that works on both Mac and PC. A modern collaboration environment allows access to your design data virtually anywhere.

Discount Offer: Free

Discount Amount: 100%

Additional Information: to download Fusion for free, visit autode.sk/SAE .

DS Solidworks Corp.
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Items Available: SolidWorks Suite of Programs, 3DEXPERIENCE Cloud Products
Discount Offer: Free
Discount Amount: 100%
Additional Information: www.solidworks.com/StudentSponsorship

Fibre Glast Developments Corp.

Items Available: Fibre Glast is offering a 10% discount off retail price on all products ranging from carbon fiber, fiberglass, Kevlar, resins, vacuum bagging materials, pumps and equipment, additives, gel coats and all the supplies and tools you could need! Our high quality products provide consistent materials each time you order.

Discount Offer: Discount total retail order using Promo Code FGDSAE10. Offer excludes: Wypall Wipes, Duratec, Racks, Work Stations, Gloves, Sunrez, Sika, Huntsman, Loctite, ALEXIT BladeRep and Bergolin products.

Discount Amount:10%

Additional Information: For over 65 years, Fibre Glast has specialized in the distribution of fiberglass and other composite materials. We have served tens of thousands of customers with aerospace, automotive, marine, power generation, prototyping, modeling, and a myriad of other applications by only supplying high quality materials, never seconds, or close-outs. Fibre Glast is offering a 10% discount off retail price on all items in our extensive inventory to SAE participants.

Contact us at [email protected] or 800-821-3283 and one of our expert staff will be happy to assist you! Check out fibreglast.com to view our huge selection of composite materials, resins, and more!

Onshape by PTC

Items Available:

• Onshape Education Enterprise Sponsorship
• Creo & Mathcad Team Sponsorship

Discount Offer: Free

Discount Amount: 100%

Additional Information: Onshape is a professional-grade, cloud-native CAD & PDM system that allows teams to design and collaborate with each other in real time on any device. We are excited to support student teams through our sponsorship program with a free Education Enterprise plan which, in addition to CAD and PDM, includes FEA Simulation, Release Management Workflows, and Administrative Control.

Creo is a fully integrated 3D CAD solution that allows engineers to seamlessly conceptualize, design, analyze, and validate the products that the world relies on. The free team sponsorship license includes features such as Generative Design, Simulation Live, Rendering, Kinematic Analysis and MBD.