SUSTAIN builds on race-winning success at Formula Student with biofuels

All petrol vehicles taking part in this year’s Formula Student competition will use SUSTAIN biofuels - thanks to a partnership between the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and fuel supplier Coryton.
The finals of the competition, which is organised by IMechE and attracts over 100 teams from universities in the UK and worldwide, will take place in July at the Silverstone race circuit.
In previous years, use of biofuels was optional, but this year it will be compulsory to reduce emissions and encourage students to gain experience using the fuels.
David Richardson, director at Coryton, said: "We're delighted to be celebrating our third year of supplying Formula Student with fuels using sustainable components.
“With the past two Formula Student winners using SUSTAIN Racing 100E fuel, we've proven the performance potential of sustainable fuels alongside their ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”
Fiona Wong, Formula Student project manager, said: "Our partnership with Coryton is an important way of allowing students to develop their experience of internal combustion vehicle technology. As engineers in industry work toward Net Zero targets, these sustainable fuels allow us to demonstrate how motorsport can contribute toward a lower-carbon future."
The Formula Student competition challenges engineering students to design, manufacture and run a single-seater race car.
Complementing their academic studies with a real-world engineering project, the competition provides opportunities for students to broaden their knowledge, practical skills and teamwork abilities.