Baja SAE

Engineered to conquer the toughest terrain.

About the Program

The Baja SAE builds vehicles that can withstand the most punishing conditions imaginable. Each year, we design and fabricate an all-terrain racing vehicle from the ground up. Our engineers output robust chassis, capable suspension, and optimized powertrain designs. The result is an unstopable vehicle that showcases the excellence of Aggie engineers.

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Our Mission

Baja provides a path for self-motivated engineering students to extend their learning in a practical manner. This unique experience enables them to excel in their future careers.

Sub-Teams

Electrical
Chassis
Powertrain
Suspension

The Competition

400 ptsEndurance
150 ptsDesign Presentation
100 ptsCost Report
75 ptsAcceleration
75 ptsManeuverability
75 ptsHill Climb / Sled Pull
75 ptsSuspension
50 ptsSales Presentation

Team Legacy

2024-2025

First podium placement in program history

31st overall in Maryland with an impressive 3rd place in the acceleration event marking the first podium placement.

2023-2024

Outstanding performance in design presentation

18th overall in Williamsport with strong scores including 4th place in the design event.

2022-2023

Top 40 in all three static events

Placed 44th overall in Oregon with solid performance in the design, cost, and sales events

2021-2022

Returning strong to standard competition

27th overall in Tennessee which was aided by high achievement in static events

2020-2021

Top 10 Overall in Virtual & Validation Events

Placed 8th overall out of 156 teams in the Virtual Knowledge Event and 3rd among all non-capstone projects at Texas A&M.

2019-2020

Pioneered 4WD Design & Top 20 Virtual Finish

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the team pivoted to a 4WD vehicle and secured a team-record 16th place in the virtual competition.

2018-2019

Strong Showing in Static Events

Placed 52nd overall in California, with impressive results including 9th in Cost Report and 16th in Sales Presentation.

2017-2018

Inaugural Year Success

In its first-ever competition, the team placed 33rd overall in Kansas, highlighted by a 7th place finish in the Maneuverability event.