Innovation in the Fast Lane

The 2025 College STEM Racing competition, held over the Matariki weekend, brought together eight high-performing student teams for a showcase of innovation, teamwork, and speed. With four teams competing in the Development Class and four in the Professional Class, the event tested both engineering skill and strategic thinking.

Saturday’s programme included technical scrutineering and judging, followed by the Development Class Grand Prix. On Sunday, the Professional Class teams took to the track before the weekend culminated in a knockout tournament featuring top performers from both divisions.

Among fierce competition, ‘Wairua GP’ earned the Fastest Car Award, while ‘Mahi’ edged ahead of them to take out the Development Class title. In the Professional Class, ‘TF2 Fast’ lived up to their name, claiming both the Fastest Car Award and the prestigious F1 Club Champions Trophy.

Close finishes across the board made for an exciting and memorable weekend. Families, friends, and supporters gathered to cheer on the racers, turning the event into a celebration of student innovation and applied learning.

Now in its second year, the College F1 Club continues to offer a platform for students to develop STEM skills and creative confidence through high-level competition. The 2025 event has set a new benchmark, one that future teams will no doubt aim to surpass.