In 2011, Team Octane Racing made history by building COEP Technological University’s first ever Formula Student car. This remarkable vehicle, powered by a Maruti 800 engine, made its debut on the tracks of SUPRA 2011, where it not only demonstrated our engineering capabilities but was also awarded the Best CAE award.
Building on the experience from the 2011’s car, Team Octane Racing unveiled its new and improved car in 2012, driven by the Maruti 800 engine. This car reflected significant improvements and engineering advancements, securing a 2nd place in Engineering Design at SUPRA 2012.
Falcon 1 marked the beginning of Team Octane Racing's Falcon series, embodying improved designs and the culmination of the past few years of the experience in Formula Student engineering. With rules changing before its development, the car featured a KTM 390 engine, replacing the earlier Maruti 800. Implementing the lessons learned from previous cars, Falcon 1 soared to new heights, securing overall 2nd place at SUPRA 2014.
As the second car in the Falcon series, Falcon 2 had aluminium rims and enhanced vehicle dynamics, which increased its agility on the track. Equipped with Hoosier tires for improved grip, This marvellous vehicle excelled in various competitions, securing First place in Autocross at FS India 2015 and 1st in Engineering Design at SUPRA 2015.
Falcon 3 showcased significant advancements with enhanced specifications and a finely tuned engine. It was the first time the team integrated carbon fiber components and solenoid shifters, alongside a focus on Data Acquisition (DAQ). These innovations helped Falcon 3 secure 2nd place in both CAE and Business Presentation at SUPRA 2016, reflecting Team Octane Racing's dedication to pushing the boundaries of engineering.
Falcon 3.1, an evolution in the Falcon series, featured a finely tuned engine and a sophisticated aero kit, including aerodynamic wings. As the best-looking car by Octane Racing to date, it achieved 4th overall at Formula Bharat 2017 and secured 2nd place in efficiency, highlighting its blend of performance and design.
In the relentless pursuit of power, Team Octane Racing took the already potent KTM 390 engine in Falcon 3 and turbocharged it, pushing performance to new extremes. This daring enhancement, combined with a custom Impact Attenuator (IA), a Quaife-type differential, and a bevel gear steering system, led to a dominant performance at SUPRA 2018. Falcon 4 earned 1st place in Innovation, 2nd in CAE, and 2nd in Endurance, showcasing its exceptional engineering and advanced design.
Falcon 5, the final combustion vehicle by Team Octane Racing, represented the culmination of years of expertise in combustion vehicle technology. Equipped with a finely tuned turbocharged KTM 390 engine, Falcon 5 became one of the team's most successful cars, securing 2nd place overall at Formula Bharat 2019. It dominated the competition with 1st place finishes in Skidpad and Autocross, and 2nd in Endurance, leaving a lasting legacy as the pinnacle of combustion engineering for Team Octane Racing.
Alpha Alectrona marked Team Octane Racing's bold transition to electric vehicles. As the team’s first electric car, it secured 2nd overall at Formula Bharat 2020 and 1st in Cost and Manufacturing. Utilizing carbon fiber for structural benefits in the cockpit floor, unlike its competitors, Alpha Alectrona also excelled at Formula Green 2020, finishing 2nd overall and winning 1st in Statics, laying a strong foundation for electric racing’s future.
Alectrona 2.0 represents two years of dedicated design and testing by Team Octane Racing Electric. Building on its predecessor's success, this vehicle featured an upgraded accumulator with better cells, significantly enhancing performance and reducing weight. Having a clutch-type custom Limited Slip Differential (LSD), Alectrona 2.0 excelled at Formula Bharat 2022, it earned 2nd place in Cost and Manufacturing, showcasing the team's commitment to continuous improvement.
Alectrona 2.1 brought significant improvements the Data Acquisition System (DAQ). Despite a crash just days before Formula Imperial 2022, the team’s resilience shone through. With a newly crafted nosecone and impact attenuator (IA), Alectrona 2.1 clinched 1st overall, winning 7 out of 8 awards, showcasing Team Octane Racing Electric’s ability to overcome challenges and excel under pressure.
Alectrona 2.5 marked a significant step forward for Team Octane Racing Electric, featuring a mechanically redesigned accumulator and becoming the first EV from the team to compete in Formula Bharat dynamics. Alectrona 2.5 excelled at Formula Bharat 2023, securing 2nd place in Autocross, Skidpad, and Acceleration, and finishing 4th overall in the EV category. This performance underscored its refined engineering and competitive edge.
Alectrona 3.0 represents the latest evolution in Team Octane Racing Electric’s journey, embodying the most refined Alectrona to date. Featuring a complete redesign with enhanced vehicle dynamics, a full-fledged DAQ and telemetry system, a custom BMS, and a redesigned chassis, this cutting-edge machine secured 1st place in Cost and Manufacturing and 4th overall in the EV class at Formula Bharat 2024, showcasing its advanced engineering and continuous improvements.