Our Cars

UCM25

Revealing on the 23rd of October

Specifications

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UCM24

In 2024, the team focused on refining and developing the already successful 2WD electric platform. The result was UCM24 - a highly optimised 157 kg car, making it one of the lightest cars in FSAE history. The car took 1st in Efficiency and also received the Harry Watson Award for excellence in engineering, recognising its innovative monocoque and inverter housing design. Despite strong performance, a DNF in Autocross due to reliability issues led to a 6th Overall finish.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
157kg kerb weight
Peak power output of 60kW
Powered by 2 AMK electric motors and air-cooled inverters

UCM23

In 2023, the team set out to completely redefine the vehicle platform with a radical focus on weight reduction, simplicity, and reliability. This marked the transition to a 2WD AMK powertrain setup, cutting over 100 kg from the previous generation and delivering a 179 kg car. The new RWD platform proved to be very reliable, securing 3rd in Endurance, 3rd in Skid Pad, 2nd in Efficiency and 1st Overall.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
Specialised Torque Vectoring System
179kg kerb weight
Peak power output of 40kW
Powered by 2 AMK electric motors

UCM21

UCM21 brings an all-new improved aerodynamic and vehicle dynamics package, with an enhanced focus on performance. Built upon the learning, development and legacy of 10 years of UC Motorsport. Following a challenging couple of years and an extended concept development period.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
Peak power output of 128kW limited to 80kW for FSAE

UCM19

In 2019 the team focused on evolving the 4WD EV car with the goal of producing a lighter, more reliable competitive vehicle. This evolution and the teams hard work paid off, with UCM19 placing 2nd in Endurance, 2nd in Acceleration, 3rd in Engineering Design, 2nd in Autocross and 3rd overall.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
Specialised torque vectoring system
256kg kerb weight
Peak power output of 128kW, but limited to 80kW for FSAE
Powered by 4 AMK electric motors, individually controlled and drive the wheels through a custom designed and built single stage reduction planetary gearbox

UCM18-C

UCM 18C was one of two cars that UCM produced in 2018. The was a reliable package that was able to complete all the dynamic events.

Specifications

3/4 Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis with rear sub-frame
Triumph Daytona 675R engine running on 98ron
Engine Power: 51kW
234Kg kerb weight
10inch OZ racing magnesium wheels
6 speed sequential gearbox with paddle shift on steering wheel

UCM18-E

UCM 18E was the second of two vehicles that UCM produced in 2018. This was the second evolution in UCM’s electric cars. UCM18-E became UCM’s first electric car to complete the endurance event, earning it 2nd place as well as gaining 3rd in autocross and 4th place overall in the electric class.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
Powered by 4 AMK electric motors, individually controlled and drive the wheels through a custom designed and built single stage reduction planetary gearbox
Producing 80kw (competition limited) and 924Nm of wheel torque.
256kg kerb weight.
10 inch diameter, 2 piece carbon fibre and aluminium wheels

UCM16

UCM 16 was the first electric built by the team. It was also the first 4 wheel drive electric car to be built in New Zealand. The car has since been converted to virtual reality simulator for driver training and promotional purposes.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
Powered by 4 AMK electric motors, individually controlled and drive the wheels through a custom designed and built single stage reduction planetary gearbox
Producing 80kw (competition limited) and 924Nm of wheel torque.
260kg kerb weight.
10 inch diameter, 2 piece carbon fibre and aluminium wheels

UCM15

UCM15 was an evolution of the 2014 car with a few major design overhauls. The car and team performed flawlessly at the competition, walking away with 3rd place overall in only the third year of competing.

Specifications

Carbon Fibre Monocoque chassis
450cc Husqvarna single cylinder with Garrett turbocharger running on E85 fuel
Engine Power: 44kW
Mass: 204kg wet (without driver)
5 speed sequential gearbox with paddle shift on steering wheel

UCM14

In 2014 UCM returned with a radically different and technically advanced car, which was widely admired and respected by the competition due to the advancements made by a second-year team. However, reliability issues held the car back from completing all dynamic events earning it 16th place.