Chosun University Daejayeon Club Sweeps National College Student Homemade Car Competition

The Chosun University automotive research club 'Daejayeon' recently achieved a remarkable feat by securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places at a competition held in Yeongam.

Chosun University announced on the 4th that the university's automotive research club 'Daejayeon' won 1st and 2nd place in the unpaved road BAJA category and 3rd place in the paved road EV category at the 'National University Student Formula Self-Built Car Competition' (2023 2nd KFGP STUDENT) held recently at the Yeongam International Circuit.

Now in its second year, the 'National University Student Formula Self-Built Car Competition' was organized to promote the Yeongam Circuit F1 racetrack to university students nationwide and to revitalize the Yeongam Circuit racetrack. About 1,000 participants competed in three categories: FORMULA, EV class, and BAJA class.

The club 'Daejayeon,' named after the initials of the university automotive research club, started 37 years ago. Members design, weld, and wire the cars themselves, building vehicles from scratch and participating in competitions with them. Additionally, they provide training in commercial vehicle maintenance, welding, and driving, and also attend car exhibitions and motor festivals.

Kang Hyun-woong, president of Daejayeon, said, "The thrill of having four vehicles?two BAJA and two electric cars?lined up and ready to start for the first time is still unforgettable." He added, "It must have been very challenging to prepare for the competition, so I am grateful and proud of all the team members who worked hard." He continued, "Unlike previous competitions, it was especially meaningful to form a team together with alumni, and since the venue is an actual racing circuit, all team members were able to have a unique experience, which was great."

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