- CAT17x
- CAT16x
- CAT15x
- CAT14x
- CAT13e
- XALOC
- CAT12e
- CAT11e
- CAT10e
- CAT09e
- CAT08e
- CAT07e
- CAT06e
- CAT05e
- CAT04
- CAT03
- CAT02
- CAT01
Our seventeenth car came to life with a complete overhaul of its geometry and monocoque. Aiming to raise our game to the next level, it stands as one of our most revolutionary designs.
The CAT17x introduces several new components compared to its predecessor, including a fully modular monocoque design, an improved aerodynamic package, further fine‑tuning of our low‑level control algorithms, and an advanced, visually striking roll‑heave decoupled suspension system.
Weight
214 kg
Top Speed
137,13 Km/h
Power
140 Kw
Acceleration
3,4 s
Our sixteenth contender marks the third generation of fusion cars, capable of competing in both Electric and Driverless Vehicle categories.
The CAT16x features several improvements with respect to its predecessor, such as a lower center of gravity, a new wheel assembly, robust electronic systems, a redesigned aerodynamic package and the implementation of Torque Vectoring algorithms that will allow it to reach greater lateral accelerations.
Weight
219 Kg
Top Speed
137,13 Km/h
Power
140 Kw
Acceleration
3,5 s
5th Place | 2024
Trackdrive
1st Place | 2024
Overall DV
1st Place | 2024
Driverles Autocross
6th Place | 2024
Bussines Plan
The CAT15x represents the evolution of the team’s first fusion single seater, and marked the second season with a car capable of competing in both manual and autonomous categories.
The fifteenth single seater of BCN eMotorsport incorporated a newly designed battery at the back of the car, paired with an optimized monocoque laminate, both reducing the overall weight in comparison with its predecessor. On top of that, optimized cooling jackets and improved autonomous systems.
The summer competitions demonstrated the car’s proficiency in both modalities, and marked historic achievements for the team. Taking part in FSI, FSS and FSG, the CAT15x won events in both electric and driverless categories such as the AutoX EV and Skidpad DV in our home competition, and consolidated itself as the fastest electric and autonomous Formula Student car in Spain.
Weight
224 Kg
Top Speed
137,13 Km/h
Max Torque
58,2 Nm
Acceleration
3,8 s
15th Place | 2023
AutoX
2nd Place | 2023
Overall DV
1st Place | 2023
AutoX
4th Place | 2023
Bussines Plan
Perhaps the most influential and transcending car of the team’s history is the CAT14x, the first fusion car of BCN eMotorsport. Not only did it commemorate the team’s 15 years since its foundation but it also established the confluence between manual and autonomous driving in a single car.
Underneath the gorgeous livery laid a new monocoque geometry that enabled the incorporation of all the additional systems of the autonomous mode. On top of that, a self-developed Processing Unit was implemented and a newly designed upright was fabricated with additive manufacturing.
Competing in FS Czech Republic, FS Germany and FS Spain, the CAT14x consolidated the union between ETSEIB Motorsport and Driverless UPC, producing an electric single seater able to compete in both manual and autonomous modalities. A groundbreaking achievement that has paved the way for the future of BCN eMotorsport.
Weight
226 Kg
Top Speed
137,13 Km/h
Max Torque
58,2 Nm
Nº of Motors
4
4th Place | 2022
Bussines Plan
10th Place | 2022
Acceleration
7th Place | 2023
Overall
10th Place | 2022
Engineering Design
The CAT13e was conceived as an evolution of its predecessor with the aim of improving reliability without sacrificing raw speed. The car incorporated an enhanced Traction Control system and a revamped Torque Vectoring algorithm, along with Regenerative Braking that allowed a reduction in weight on the Powertrain of the car.
Initially intended to race during the summer of 2020, its fabrication was entirely halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with many months of testing in 2021, the team could extract the full potential that the CAT13e offered.
Although the 2020 competitions were ultimately canceled, the prototype competed in 2021, participating at FSN 2021, FSA 2021, FSS 2021, and FSG 2021, achieving a 1st place in FSS’s Skidpad and securing numerous podiums along the way. Additionally, the CAT13e achieved an outstanding 7th place in FSG’s AutoX, crowning it as the fastest car in the history of the team and in all of Spain up to date.
Weight
204 Kg
Top Speed
121,43 Km/h
Max. Torque
58,2 Nm
Nº of Motors
4
1st Place | 2021
Acceleration
7th Place | 2021
AutoX
1st Place | 2021
Skidpad
2nd Place | 2021
Cost Analysis
Driverless UPC was created in 2018, becoming the first Spanish team to develop a Formula Student car capable of competing in the autonomous electric category. This is none other than the CAT12d, or as it is commonly known, Xaloc.
With the inclusion of the ETSETB in the project, Xaloc incorporated cutting edge technology such as a LiDAR sensor for the perception of its surroundings, two IMUs to establish its location on track and an MPC for the calculation of its optimal trajectory around the circuit.
In 2019, the Xaloc competed in FS Czech, FS Germany and FS Spain, managing an incredible feat in finishing all dynamic events in its first year of competition, something truly remarkable and within reach of so few teams.
Next year COVID struck but in 2021, major improvements were done both mechanically and in the embedded software, making the Xaloc (or CAT13d), capable of reaching speeds of up to 50 km/h autonomously. During that season, the team managed to finish in 7th place in the most prestigious competition at Formula Student Germany.
Being one of the most influential cars in the history of the team since its beginnings in 2007, it is evident that Xaloc was a revolutionary invention and left a mark for the future of BCN eMotorsport. On top of that, it served as a solid baseline for the future of autonomous technology that our current cars use.
1st Place | 2021
Acceleration
7th Place | 2021
AutoX
1st Place | 2021
Skidpad
2nd Place | 2021
Cost Analysis
The CAT12e implemented one of the most disruptive innovations following the transition to electric powertrain – the introduction of 4 Wheel Drive. This meant that the powertrain would no longer feature a single motor at the back of the car but instead a motor on each of the wheel assemblies. On this note, this allowed the team to implement Torque Vectoring, ensuring optimal torque distribution to each wheel.
Combined with a redesigned two-stage planetary transmission and improved cooling systems and ergonomics, the CAT12e became a fierce contender.
Despite some issues that prevented the team from participating in the first competitions, the team showed its endurance and never gave up. This determination led to an impressive 8th place in our home competition, at Formula Student Spain.
8th Place | 2019
Overall
3rd Place | 2019
Business Plan
CAT11e became an evolution of the almighty CAT10e, a solid base to work on. A substantial weight reduction was achieved by a better use of the carbon fiber and the implementation of topological optimizations.
Regarding the dynamics of the car, the team managed to find a specific suspension configuration for each of the dynamic events, and together with a DRS system, improved the specific demands of the car each time it was on track.
This allowed CAT11e to win events such as the Skidpad in Formula Student Czech Republic, where the team also secured a first place in the Cost event. The Business Plan was successful that year, with a win in Formula Student Spain and an appearance in Formula Student Germany’s Finals.
2nd Place | 2018
Business Plan
5th Place | 2018
Business Plan
8th Place | 2018
Overall
Improving on the sensational CAT09e was a big challenge, but CAT10e managed to do just that. ETSEIB Motorsport trusted a similar design path than its predecessor, but improving in key areas to maximize performance on track.
Mechanically, a new aerodynamic package was conceived to increase downforce, a new monocoque was manufactured to improve rigidity and a refined steering system was made to help the driver and minimize its efforts while driving.
Electrically, an optimized motor-inverter configuration was established to increase the powertrain’s efficiency and a new Battery Management System was developed.
All of these improvements truly made the difference on track. CAT10e finished inside the Top 10 in the main Formula Student Competitions (9th place in FS Austria, 7th place in FS Germany and 9th Place in FS Spain), historic results for the team. It is worthy to mention the 1st place in Cost analysis in FSA and FSG and 2nd place in FSS and a further 3rd place in the Business Plan in the Catalan competition. Last but not least, the team also obtained the special prize in the German competition for best prepared car for Scrutineering.
Overall, these results established CAT10e as the greatest single seater that the team has ever produced.
1st Place | 2017
Cost Analysis
3rd Place | 2017
Business Plan
7th Place | 2017
Overall
1st Place | 2017
Cost Analysis
The ninth car of ETSEIB Motorsport featured a new monocoque with optimized torsional rigidity and reduced weight, helped by a rigorous study of the carbon fiber properties. It also incorporated a redesigned aerodynamic package that maximized downforce on track.
CAT09e was the most efficient and reliable single seater of ETSEIB Motorsport until then, a car that also featured a new configuration of battery cells and an enhanced data acquisition system.
2016 was an historic year as the team won its first ever competition in Formula Student Czech, winning the Efficiency event, obtaining second places in Engineering Design and AutoX and securing third places in Skidpad and Endurance along the way. The Business Plan was also won in Formula SAE Italy, adding to a hugely successful year. Undoubtedly, CAT09e became the best car produced by the team up to date, and set the foundations for another remarkable car, the CAT10e.
1st Place | 2016
Fuel
9th Place | 2016
Endurance
1st Place | 2016
Overall
1st Place | 2016
Bussines Plan
The CAT08e marked a turning point for ETSEIB Motorsport as it became the first car in the team’s history to incorporate a full carbon fiber monocoque, also being pioneers in the state. This was translated into a massive weight reduction as a whole.
A new Powertrain and lower sized tyres made the CAT08e as the most efficient and powerful up to date.
In 2015, ETSEIB Motorsport competed in Formula Student Spain and for the eight season in a row, in Formula Student Germany, consolidating itself as the best electric Formula Student team in Spain.
3rd Place | 2015
Business Plan
13th Place | 2015
Overall
The CAT07e followed the design path of its predecessor, and would be the last car with a steel tubular subchassis. A new transmission was mounted that reduced a massive 60% of its previous weight while increasing its reliability. A carbon fiber steering wheel was manufactured and new pedals were designed.
It competed in FS Germany, FS Czech and FS Spain, obtaining a 3rd place overall in the Czech competition after winning the Business Plan and the Cost Analysis.
5th Place | 2024
Trackdrive
1st Place | 2023
Overall DV
1st Place | 2023
Engineering Design EV
6th Place | 2024
Bussines Plan
Our sixth car, the CAT06e, embraced the biggest visual change up to date, with a new complete aerodynamic package that elevated the team’s ambition but also increased its performance on track. It was the second car to feature a carbon fiber monocoque manufactured in-house and also featured self-developed inverters.
The car competed in Formula Student Germany, winning the Cost & Manufacturing event, Formula Student Spain, winning the Efficiency event and Formula Student Italy, becoming the car with most trophies in a single season up to date.
1st Place | 2013
Cost Analysis
3rd Place | 2013
Cost Analysis
9th Place | 2013
Overall
5th Place | 2013
Bussines Plan
The 2011/2012 season was a turning point for ETSEIB Motorsport, as the team would design and manufacture the first ever Formula Student electric car in Spain. The CAT05e kicked off the electric journey and featured an “e” that stood for “electric”, a trademark for the years to follow.
Apart from the obvious powertrain change, the car also featured a 20 kg weight reduction and optimized chassis. The team competed in FSG securing a 2nd place in the Cost Analysis and also in FSS and FSAE Italy, with 11th and 9th places in the Overall Classification, respectively.
2nd Place | 2012
Cost Analysis
13th Place | 2012
Overall
1st Place | 2023
Skidpad
2nd Place | 2012
Cost Analysis
The CAT04 marked the end of the combustion era for ETSEIB Motorsport, as the team would move to electric powertrain the following year. This car was heavily redesigned from its predecessor, and it obtained a substantial weight reduction of 20 kgs.
For the first time, the team competed in Formula Student Austria and secured the first event victory at the Cost Analysis. CAT04 also competed in Formula Student Germany finishing 21st place overall and finally, in Formula Student Spain with very satisfactory results.
The CAT03 is the third of four combustion cars that the team has produced. A car that featured a big increase in the torsional rigidity of the chassis with the use of steel pipes and a new suspension system.
Despite the issues shown in the previous season, the team decided to use the same technology and they concentrated the efforts in analyzing the problem sources and solving them for future generations. In 2010, the team attended three competitions, FS Germany, FSAE Italy and FS Spain.
Now the CAT02. It was the second generation of CATs that presented new developments in terms of chassis. They managed to improve the honeycomb aluminum plates that formed the basis of the self-supporting structure, and its design was also changed to be more streamlined. They managed to reduce the weight of the car until achieving a weight of 250 kg.
The team competed in Italy and Germany. In those events, the team achieved great results, including placing 2nd in the Style Award in Germany and 3rd in the Cost Analysis in Italy.
We begin ‘The Garage’ of the team with with our very first car, the CAT01.
A team of 13 engineering students kicked off the project in 2007, and just one year later, manufactured the CAT01, with which they would compete in FSUK and FSG that year.
An immense achievement that laid the foundations for the ambitious but fulfilling project that we all know and love.
