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We are a student-operated organization whose goal is to engineer and fabricate a small formula-style open-wheeled race car. Our current focus is on the manufacturing of FK08, our latest and greatest to go and compete in Michigan in May 2026!

We have a large engineering team, totaling nearly 50 members across 5 different subsystems that focus on designing different aspects of the car. Members gain experience in a hands-on design and manufacturing environment following industry standards which translate into the real world degrees that give the students a competitive edge in and outside of the classroom and industry!  At competition, we put our car through various trials including acceleration, skid-pad, autocross, and endurance. We also present our designs to industry experts for a scored review. In addition to the engineering aspect of the team, we also have a business case presentation that is applied to our final competition score. Our business subsystem organizes competition logistics, plans team events, obtains sponsorships, and manages business-related aspects of the team as a whole.

On Campus Contact:
Peter Szalay (Current Captain)
pssz222@uky.edu
(724) 553-2954

Mailing Address
Society of Automotive Engineers
University of Kentucky
151 Ralph G. Anderson Building
Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0503

Social Media

Need more information? Please get in touch with us!

Email us at formulakentucky@gmail.com

Like us on Facebook! @ Formula Kentucky

Subscribe to our channel! @FormulaKentucky

Follow us on IG! @FormulaKentucky

Questions? Check these drop down menus for our most frequently asked questions!

Where are you located?

We are located in the DV Terrell Building behind Funkhouser, close to the new Law Building. Our Office is on the second floor at the end of the hall.

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How can I Join the team?

Formula Kentucky is open to all majors, but you must be a full-time student at the University of Kentucky or a local college or university that does not offer FSAE to participate per competition rules. We welcome everyone from freshman to graduate students, and we encourage participation regardless of your prior knowledge. Not an engineering major? Awesome! We need help with business, marketing, sponsorship outreach, social networking, and much more. To start please contact our team captain on the team page. Provide us with your Name, major, year in school, and your email!

During the spring semester, Formula Kentucky holds weekly meetings. In Fall 2025, we are meeting Tuesdays at 7 PM in Chem-Phys 153. Each subsystem has its own separate meeting time outside of this meeting. 

How do I become a sponsor?

You can become a sponsor by donating to our page, sending us a check, or a direct bank transfer. To see our sponsor options visit our sponsorship page for more information, we are always looking for monetary and in-kind donations to fuel our latest car!