Welcome to the SAE Carolina Section

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50th Anniversary of Baja SAE Carolina

The SAE Carolina Section hosted the 50th Anniversary of the Baja SAE Carolina event. This competition challenges engineering students to design and build an off-road vehicle that will survive the severe punishment of rough terrain.

We just want to say thanks to every sponsor and volunteer!

Our Mission

Connect and empower engineers and technical experts in the aerospace, automotive, and commercial vehicle industries across the Carolinas, while also providing support to cultivate the next generation of talent.

Follow us to learn about our upcoming events and opportunities!

At the Baja SAE Carolina event this weekend? Be sure to take a picture in front of our banner located at the sponsor tent, and tag us like a few members of our board! #sae #baja #societyofautomotiveengineers #bajacarolina

Facility Tour!

Join the SAE Carolina section for a tour of UNC Charlotte's Kulwicki Motorsports Laboratory and the new BATT CAVE facility on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 3-5pm.

There are a limited number of spots available for the tour. Cost is

** ONLY 6 SPOTS REMAIN. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! **

Join Us! For a private tour of the Sullenberger Aviation Museum in Charlotte, NC.

Friday, June 27, 2025 from 1:45 - 4:00pm ($25 per participant)

Spots are limited... Register today at www.saec

Join Us! For a private tour of the Sullenberger Aviation Museum in Charlotte, NC.

Friday, June 27, 2025 from 1:45 - 4:00pm ($25 per participant)

Spots are limited... Register today at www.saecarolina.org/events

#SullenbergerAviationMuseum #Aviati

Headed to @highperformanceexpo next week? Catch us at Booth 749! Meet our team, check out a Baja competitor car, and learn how you can get involved, sponsor, or support the Baja SAE Carolina event this Fall

#saebaja #hpxexpo

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