Visiting M Baja Racing: University of Michigan's 2024 Baja SAE Team!

Episode 69 · June 11th, 2024 · 6 mins 42 secs

About this Episode

In this episode, we sit down with Linnia Lindbloom, a senior member of the University of Michigan Baja team, to discuss their recent driver training, upcoming competitions, and the intensive process of building their race cars. Linnia shares valuable insights on the team dynamics, the challenges and excitement of Baja SAE events, and what it takes to be a successful member of this engineering team. e also catch up with new senior member David Grover at Baja SAE Williamsport.

Topics Covered:

Driver training and selection process
Upcoming Baja SAE competitions and favorite events
The journey of designing and manufacturing a new race car
Team dynamics and the importance of teamwork
Support from the University of Michigan and College of Engineering
Recruiting new team members and passing down knowledge
Competing against rival teams and valuable lessons learned

Tune in for a fascinating look into the world of Baja SAE and the dedication required to excel in these competitions. Whether you're an engineering student, a Baja enthusiast, or curious about the behind-the-scenes efforts of a race car team, this episode is packed with insights and stories that you won't want to miss.