The Progress of WSU EcoCAR3’s Innovation Topic

Innovation is just one of many focus areas of EcoCAR 3. Students participating in the Innovation track can contribute to meeting future energy and fuel efficiency goals through unique and creative ways. Innovation projects in EcoCAR 3 provide students with the opportunity to utilize and develop state-of-the-art technologies and methods. The innovation topic selected by the Wayne State University (WSU) EcoCAR 3 team focuses on the development of a clutch-assisted engine start for their hybrid drivetrain by controlling the slip, speed, and torque.

The engine will be started by using the electric motor and clutch, as opposed to a starter in most conventional vehicles.  Instead of a starter, an electro-hydraulic actuator will be used to receive signals from a controller in order to engage or disengage the clutch and therefore will be able to start the engine with the help of the electric motor.

The real innovation in this work, however, is the slip control.  Sebastian Briones, the electrical subteam leader, is currently working on a code that will tell the clutch to “slip” when too much torque is applied.  Slip, speed, and torque control are important when working on this innovation.

“Several control loops will be implemented to create an interactive system that can respond to any condition. Slip control is critical because it’ll prevent potential damages to the engine and electric motor,” said Sebastian.

The biggest challenge with this system is using the clutch while the vehicle is moving. Closing the clutch right away while the vehicle is in motion can damage the engine.  Achieving the slip control is necessary to overcome this challenge.  The torque distribution from the slip control will be split between the engine and the electric motor. The team will strive to achieve smooth transitions between the engine and electric motor, which will demand extensive hours of testing and calibration.

The WSU EcoCAR3 team hopes to start “Phase 1” validation and vehicle testing by the end of this month. “Phase 0,” which involves research, modeling, and simulation processes has started during summer and almost completed.

Sebastian is excited to see the potential that their innovation topic holds and is confident that it will succeed in the automotive industry,

“This system is attractive for all automakers that are shifting to produce hybrid electric vehicles. It is an efficient solution that provides all the functionalities that the automotive industry demands. The WSU EcoCAR 3 team believes that it will be accepted by potential customers that seek cutting edge technologies and innovative systems.”

To learn more about the Wayne State University EcoCAR3 team, visit them on their team page.

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Fan Profile – Gas Monkey Fans from Dewy Rose, GA – 898 Miles to Dallas, TX

A few weeks back we heard a loud scream at the front of the Gas Monkey Energy offices and a few of us ran up to see what was happening.  When we got up to the front we saw one of our fans hugging the Shorty Short VW Bus.  Apparently, it was Angela Moore’s favorite Gas Monkey Garage build and for her to see it up close was a huge thrill to say the least.

Angela’s husband, Joe, had an idea to make the approximate 900-mile journey to Gas Monkey Garage with their friends Frank and Marka Day.  In addition to being huge Gas Monkey Garage fans, they’re also massive fans of the hard rock band, Jackyl who played Gas Monkey Live the day they visited the Garage.

A big THANK YOU to the Moore’s and Day’s for driving all the way from Georgia to come visit the Garage, eat at Gas Monkey Bar N’ Grill, rock out a Gas Monkey Live and of course hug our Shorty Short VW Bus.  We love the group’s dedication and enthusiasm!!!

FAN PROFILE

Names: Joe Moore, Angela Moore, Frank Day and Marka Day

Hometown: Dewy Rose, Georgia

Favorite Monkeys: Richard Rawlings (Angela, Frank and Marka) + Aaron Kaufman (Joe)

Favorite Build: Gas Monkey Garage Rat Rod

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Yes, Aaron the Bearded Wonder is Leaving Gas Monkey Garage

Richard here. As you may have heard by now, the Bearded Wonder has decided to leave Gas Monkey Garage. I want you all to know that it was not my decision and came completely out of left field. Aaron has been a part of Gas Monkey Garage since day one, and it will be a painstaking process moving forward without his talents. It is a big hit to GMG, but please note that it would be an insult to everyone here at Gas Monkey who has been putting in the work these past few years to say that we can’t do it without him.

Gas Monkey Garage is not one person, it’s not two people, it’s a team. AK helped me build GMG, and he helped build the team here, which is why I’m confident we will continue to crank out killer rides week after week. You know I like to keep the drama away from the cameras, and that’s something I’ll continue to strive for. You won’t see a degenerating team or a bunch of arguing. We are about the cars, brand and family!

To our fans, I want to say thanks for all of the continued support all these years, and keep watching because we aren’t going anywhere! Wishing nothing but good luck to Aaron and all past, current and future monkeys!

And to Aaron, I would like to sincerely express my appreciation for the 13 years you put into GMG. We worked long and hard from the bottom to the top. Not everyday was good, and we had our share of disagreements, but it has been a hell of a ride and I would not change a minute of it. Neither of us could have achieved this without the other. Thank You, Sir.

 

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Cruisin’ with the Monkey Cruise – Price Drop

If you were on the fence about going on the Cruisin’ with the Monkey cruise with Richard Rawlings and the folks from Gas Monkey Garage – well hop off and sign right up with prices starting at $595/person.

You can take it from us – Richard and team are a blast to hang with. We’ll have lots of fun on the way to Half Moon Cay, Grand Cayman, Cozumel leading up to a kick-ass party at the Gas Monkey Bar N’ Grill in Key West.

Head over to the Cruisin’ with the Monkeys to sign up: Site

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GT is on Track for Success

Year Three is in full swing, and the Georgia Tech EcoCAR 3 Team is right on track for a Year Three Competition success! At the Year Two Competition, held in Yuma, AZ and San Diego, CA, Georgia Tech showed brilliant preparation for management presentations, and vehicle performance testing, which included on road vehicle testing and energy consumption events. By successfully integrating the entire powertrain, Georgia Tech was one of the with a functioning vehicle at the Year Two Final Competition.

This year Georgia Tech’s engineers have made incredible progress! They were able to finish new anti-vibration electric motor and transfer case mounts which gives their 2016 Chevrolet Camaro a smooth ride, and they finished the battery pack cooling system. The team recently received approval to build the Energy Storage System (ESS) in their vehicle!

More students have been trained on Finite Element Analysis, or FEA, which allows you to determine how strong a part is on the computer by making a model of it and applying forces to it in software. In addition to the mechanical advances the team has had, the controls group has also been hard at work.  Additionally, the Georgia Tech controls team created a system to control the engine via controller rather than the accelerator pedal.

The combination of all of these elements and the rate this team is working makes the Georgia Tech team unstoppable!

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Hot Wheels Hi-Po Hauler – Behind the Scenes + Q&A with Artist, Tanner Leaser

McMaster Faculty Advisor Named Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors

Congratulations to McMaster University EcoCAR 3 Facuty Advisor, Dr. Ali Emadi, who has been named Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

The National Academy of Inventors recognizes those who “recognize and encourage inventors with patents issued from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, enhance the visibility of academic technology and innovation, encourage the disclosure of intellectual property, educate and mentor innovative students, and translate the inventions of its members to benefit society.” To achieve the Fellow status, individuals are nominated by their peers for exceptional contributions to innovation. Dr. Emadi is recognized for his work in transportation electrification and smart mobility.

Not only does Dr. Emadi have a significant impact on his peers, he also sets a leading example for his EcoCAR 3 team and provides students with an invaluable experience. According to Alison Bayzat, McMaster EcoCAR 3 Project Manager,”Dr. Emadi provides students on the McMaster Engineering EcoCAR 3 Team with unparalleled, cross disciplinary learning opportunities. All students that work with Dr. Emadi throughout the competition gain industry level skills that will be highly beneficial over the course of their careers.”

According to the McMaster EcoCAR 3 team, Dr. Emadi has been instrumental in the educational renaissance taking place at McMaster University and is extremely invested in the learning of students both academically and through real world problems that students face as future leaders.  “Dr. Emadi’s continuous support has helped us grow not only as students but as future engineers,” said Megan Wood, McMaster EcoCAR 3 Electrical Lead. She added, “His passion for our learning pushes us to achieve new heights. With his help we are able to take the theory learned in class and apply it in a unique experiential learning environment at the world class McMaster Automotive Resource Centre. The McMaster Engineering EcoCAR 3 team is lucky to have him as one of our faculty advisors.”

By taking learning outside the classroom, Dr. Emadi is giving his students the ability to apply what they have learned in class to a real world, high performance, and practical engineering problem with limited boundaries. “Dr. Emadi’s support is what enables us to succeed at the highest level,” said John Reimers, Engineering Manager. “He consistently pushes us to achieve more than what we ever thought possible and allows us to learn through real hands on engineering. The world class automotive research facility Dr. Emadi has given the team access to provides us with opportunities for advanced technical development and testing unique to McMaster. His competitive spirit and technical acumen make him an invaluable motivator and advisor to all of us.”

In addition to his role as the lead Faculty Advisor on the McMaster EcoCAR 3 program, Dr. Emadi is a professor of electrical and computer engineering, and mechanical engineering at McMaster. He is also Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Hybrid Powertrain and director of McMaster Institute for Automotive Research and Technology (MacAUTO). Dr. Emadi is the recipient of countless awards and recognitions, he is the author/co-author of over 300 journal articles and conference papers, and has over 40 U.S. patents and patents pending.

On April 6, 2017, all Fellows from 2016 will be inducted at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum in Boston, MA in honor of the Sixth Annual Conference of the National Academy of Inventors.

For more information about Dr. Ali Emadi’s recognition, read the full story here.

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Hot Wheels Hi-Po Hauler – Behind the Scenes in the Paint Booth

Introducing Samsung SDI as EcoCAR 3 Sponsor

We are proud to announce that Samsung SDI, a creative leader of technology and market on the foundation of change and innovation, has now joined the EcoCAR 3 program as a contributor-level sponsor.

Competition sponsors are essential to the efforts of the EcoCAR 3 teams throughout the entirety of the competition. Our sponsors provide support in a variety of ways. From mentorship and training to actual hardware donations, their expertise helps propel future professionals and spark creative innovation.

According to Samsung SDI, “Since establishment in 1970, Samsung SDI has continued to strive towards a creative and innovative future. With continuous efforts, Samsung SDI has been creating innovative products and cutting-edge technologies you can experience everywhere. We are an eco-friendly and clean energy solution provider. For automotive applications, we are committed to bringing customers the most creative and innovative products for electrified vehicles.”

We are excited for this new partnership and the opportunities it will bring to our students, including future employment options with this world-class organization!

Learn more about all of the EcoCAR 3 sponsors by visiting ecocar3.org/sponsors.

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Introducing Samsung as EcoCAR 3 Sponsor

We are proud to announce that Samsung SDI, a creative leader of technology and market on the foundation of change and innovation, has now joined the EcoCAR 3 program as a contributor-level sponsor.

Competition sponsors are essential to the efforts of the EcoCAR 3 teams throughout the entirety of the competition. Our sponsors provide support in a variety of ways. From mentorship and training to actual hardware donations, their expertise helps propel future professionals and spark creative innovation.

According to Samsung SDI, “Since establishment in 1970, Samsung SDI has continued to strive towards a creative and innovative future. With continuous efforts, Samsung SDI has been creating innovative products and cutting-edge technologies you can experience everywhere. We are an eco-friendly and clean energy solution provider. For automotive applications, we are committed to bringing customers the most creative and innovative products for electrified vehicles.”

We are excited for this new partnership and the opportunities it will bring to our students, including future employment options with this world-class organization!

Learn more about all of the EcoCAR 3 sponsors by visiting ecocar3.org/sponsors.

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Hi~Po Hauler – Paint & Body Behind the Scenes

Where Are They Now: Justin Brumley

From the winding country roads of West Virginia, to the major highways of the Motor City, Justin Brumley has pushed his passion for vehicles into full gear. Landing a position at one of the nation’s top automotive franchises reassured Brumley that his childhood dream of working with cars could be a reality. Though the road to a career in the auto industry was not always an easy ride.

Justin earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University in May 2014. When beginning his graduate studies in the fall, Brumley explored research assistant positions and came across the opportunity to be involved in an Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition (AVTC).

“Ever since the time I was a teenager, I would always go out and help my dad work on cars,” said Brumley on why EcoCAR3 was the right fit. “That kind of grew into my own interest and hobby of cars and racing.”

Brumley took on the role of Engineering Manager in Year One of the EcoCAR3 competition. As a leader on the team, Brumley was responsible for organizing and recruiting team members, managing tasks within the garage and preparing deliverables for final competition. Not only did he have to learn the ins and outs of competition as a first-time competitor, Brumley also quickly became a role model for other students on the team.

“Being in a leadership position on the team helped me exceed in many different areas, especially as Engineering Manager,” said Brumley. “The biggest challenge for me was getting a lot of people together and still being able to collaborate. Knowing everything while not knowing anything was kind of difficult because there are times when I wanted to specialize in certain things, but I couldn’t because I needed to know the overall picture for the team.”

Brumley emerged as the driving force behind EcoCAR3, establishing a solid foundation for team members in the final two years of competition. He received his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from WVU in May 2016 and was eager to put his vehicle experience into action.

Through his AVTC journey, Brumley’s combination of leadership and automotive expertise helped him ultimately establish a career with the specialization he was seeking. Brumley now works as a Drive Quality Specialist at General Motors, concentrating on powertrain and global propulsion systems.

“I knew I wanted to go into something hands on,” said Brumley on choosing a career. “I didn’t want to be behind the desk all day long. With this position, I’m able to get out, get on the road and actually drive the cars.”

During his time with the WVU EcoCAR3 team, Brumley gained experience working with ETAS and AVL systems, programs he now uses everyday in his career. He also spends much of his time taking advantage of General Motors’ numerous training opportunities, allowing him to gain expertise in more than just drive quality. But ultimately, it is the need for speed that drives Brumley’s automotive passion.

“The most rewarding part about going to work everyday is getting to drive cars,” Brumley admits.

Justin resides in Detroit, MI where he continues to contribute to automotive innovation and build a lasting career. Looking towards the future, Brumley hopes to continue working for General Motors and eventually specialize in chassis controls.

As he reflects on the path to his career, Brumley has a few words of advice for those also hoping to enter the industry.

“Always try to be learning and always try to expand yourself,” Brumley suggests. “Ask questions! Always ask questions.”

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Last Minute Stocking Stuffers – 30% Off All Accessories + Books

Wait!! One more day of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. Today, Gas Monkey Garage is offering 30% off all accessories and books in our online store.

Click the links below to head to our site:

Accessories

Books

Offer is good for Thursday 12/15/16 and expires at midnight CST.

Happy Shopping Y’all!

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Women Crush Wednesday – 30% Off All Ladies Merch

Last, but certainly not least. Welcome to day 7 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016.

For GMG Women Crush Wednesday, Gas Monkey Garage is offering 30% off all items listed under our Ladies section in our online store.

Click here to head to our site: Ladies Merchandise

Offer is good for Wednesday 12/14/16 and expires at midnight CST.

Happy Shopping!

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – KIDS DAY – 20% Off All Kid’s Merch

Welcome to day 6 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016.

For GMG Kids Day Tuesday, Gas Monkey Garage is offering 20% off all items listed under our Kids’s section in our online store.

Click here to head to our site: Kids Merchandise

Offer is good for Tuesday 12/13/16 and expires at midnight CST.

Happy Shopping!

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Man Crush Monday – 30% Off All Men’s T-Shirts

Welcome to day 5 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016.

For GMG Man Crush Monday, Gas Monkey Garage is offering 30% off all mens t-shirts listed at our online merchandise store.

Click here to head to our site: Men’s T-Shirts

Offer is good for 12/12/16 and expires at midnight on Monday CST.

Happy Shopping!

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – GMG HOLIDAY WEEKEND – Promo Code: GMGHOLIDAY

Welcome to days 3 and 4 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. For GMG Holiday Weekend, Gas Monkey Garage is offering 25% off your entire order at our online merchandise store.

Click on the picture below and use the promo code GMGHOLIDAY at checkout.

Offer is good for 12/10/16 and 12/11/16 and expires at midnight on Sunday CST.

Happy Shopping!

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Announcing the Year Three Winter Workshop

The EcoCAR 3 Year 3 Winter Workshop will be co-sponsored by NXP and dSPACE, Inc. and hosted by NXP in Austin, TX from February 1 – 4, 2017. The Winter Workshop is an important time for EcoCAR students to take stock of their progress and gain more knowledge and skills that will help them tackle the rest of the year heading into May’s competition.

At the workshop, students will receive details for the upcoming Year 3 Competition, as well as next year’s Year 4 Over the Road Event, which will put students’ vehicles to the ultimate test: real-world driving.

The workshop will offer sessions led by project management experts and engineering professionals. Students will participate in significant hands-on ADAS training by MathWorks and NXP, Vehicle and Component Test Development training from Bosch, as well as Vehicle Systems Communication and Operation training with GM,  just to name a few.

We look forward to seeing the students and sponsors at the Winter Workshop and hearing all of the teams’ progress.

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Warm Up Your Weekend

Welcome to day 2 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. For Warm Up Your Weekend Friday, all Hoodies and Blankets will be 20% off. Click on the pictures below…

Click on the pictures of sales items below…

Ugly Christmas Sweater

Winged Logo Hoodie

Blood Sweat and Beers Hoodie

2004 Raglan Hoodie

Gas Monkey Throw Blanket

Offer is good for the entire day of 12/9/16 and Day 1 expires at midnight CST. Happy Shopping!

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Gas Monkey Mannequin Challenge

I’m sure by now you’ve heard of the Mannequin Challenge, and you’re probably wondering why we haven’t posted one already. Well, here at Gas Monkey, we don’t half ass anything.

The Gas Monkey Garage crew and Gas Monkey Energy crew joined forces to make one badass Mannequin Challenge video. We weren’t going to do the challenge unless we were going to do it up BIG!

Well, here goes nothing!

Also featured: a bunch of excited GMG fans, Don Yount of Yount Motorsports, NHRA Pro Stock driver Alex Laughlin, BMX Biker Morgan Wade, The Film Crew from Pilgrim Films, Jason Cook and Sam Bryce from Texas Motorworx, two of Dallas’ Bravest in the Mercedes-Benz SLS, Sean Pettiford, Dewaine Phipps, Steve Goniwiecha, Andrew + Angela Duncan and other great friends.

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GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Warm Up Your Weekend

Welcome to day 2 of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. For Warm Up Your Weekend Friday, all Hoodies and Blankets will be 20% off. Click on the pictures below…

Click on the pictures of sales items below…

Ugly Christmas Sweater

Winged Logo Hoodie

Blood Sweat and Beers Hoodie

2004 Raglan Hoodie

Gas Monkey Throw Blanket

Offer is good for the entire day of 12/9/16 and Day 1 expires at midnight CST. Happy Shopping!

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Side Projects: Tony Cano and a 1972 Chevy Nova

Merch Sale: GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Throwback Thursday

Welcome to day one of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. For Throwback Thursday, all vintage Gas Monkey Garage merchandise will be 20% off.

Click on the pictures of sales items below…

Side Monkey Tee

White Car Tee

BSB Hoodie

Distressed Work Shirt

Ladies Pink Burnout V-neck

Kids Onesie (Black)

Offer is good for the entire day of 12/8/16 and Day 1 expires at midnight CST. Happy Shopping!

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Merch Sale: GMG 7 Days of Xmas 2016 – Throwback Thursdays

Welcome to day one of Gas Monkey Garage’s 7 Days of Xmas 2016. For Throwback Thursday, all vintage Gas Monkey Garage merchandise will be 20% off.

Click on the pictures of sales items below…

Side Monkey Tee

White Car Tee

BSB Hoodie

Distressed Work Shirt

Ladies Pink Burnout V-neck

Kids Onesie (Black)

Offer is good for the entire day of 12/8/16 and Day 1 expires at midnight CST. Happy Shopping!

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Side Projects – Tony Cano and a 1972 Chevy Nova

Watch Episode #2 of Crushin’ with Mike Coy – Jason Aker’s Golf Ball Gets Flattened

We fired up our Baileigh Industrial Press once again to crush another item around the garage.  In episode #2, Mike Coy flattens, fellow Gas Monkey, Jason Aker’s golf ball that was signed by famous golfer, Jordan Spieth.   As you can imagine, Jason wasn’t too happy the next day.

We’re just getting started with these early episodes, more destruction to come.

Be Sure to follow Mike Coy and Jason Aker on Instagram:

Mike: Click Here

Jason: Click Here

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Holiday Gift Idea – Signed Gas Monkey Garage + CB Jeep Ferrari F40 Poster

Fan Profile – Gas Monkey Fans from Mar del Plata, Argentina – 5,500 Miles from Dallas, TX

Dario De Francesco, his dad Ruben and friends Raul and Jorge made the trip to Dallas, TX after the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association) trade show in Las Vegas.  As with many other Fast N’ Loud fans from other countries, they needed to see Gas Monkey Garage in person.  Thank goodness for Google Translate, because Dario and friends spoke very little English.

They’re all big fans of Richard Rawlings and they love how he wheels and deals in each show.  Dario said that American Muscle Cars, like Mustangs and Camaros, have huge followings in Argentina.  His friends and family, in their hometown of Mar del Plata in the Buenos Aires Province, also love Fast N’ Loud and they’re appreciative of how much they all learn as Aaron and the Monkeys execute complex builds.

We’re so happy to host fans from South America and continue to see how far Gas Monkey Garage fans are willing to travel to come see us.

Muchas Gracias to Mario and all of our fans in Argentina.

FAN PROFILE

Names: Dario De Francesco, Ruben De Francesco, Raul Beniro, Jorge Abelleina

Hometown: Mar del Plata, Argentina

Favorite Monkeys: Richard Rawlings + Aaron Kaufman

Favorite Build: Gas Monkey Garage Ford GT

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CSULA EcoCAR 3 Introduces Clean Transportation to Local Students

Written By: Jennifer Bulnes

Recently the Cal State Los Angeles EcoCAR 3 team welcomed over 600 students to their campus. The CSULA EcoCAR 3 team organized six individual sessions that focused on encouraging STEM and higher education for 6^th -9^th graders while demonstrating real world experiences related to the team’s participation in EcoCAR 3.

Sessions hosted by the team included lab tours, where students had the opportunity of gaining a first look at the team’s progress in converting their 2016 Chevrolet Camaro.

During the garage tours, students learned about the different components and organizational structure that make up the CSULA EcoCAR 3 team.

Students also saw the team’s trophies and awards, and had a chance to look under the hood to see the team’s unique innovative approach at turning their Camaro into a hybrid electric vehicle. 

The CSULA team conducted workshops to demonstrate the aspects and challenges that any of the 16 universities might experience while participating in an Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition. Similar to EcoCAR 3, the students worked in teams with other students to build a mini electric car or a mini solar powered car.

All teams had the same amount of time to complete a specific project with the same instructions provided.

Workshops taught these 6-9^th graders various lessons related to the CSULA EcoCAR 3 team’s day-to-day tasks.

The team looks forward to meeting more future STEM leaders. STEM Learners Today, STEM Leaders Tomorrow.

Follow the team on Facebook and Twitter for more updates!

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