| The 2006 car was an evolution of the 2005 platform, with minor changes being made to the chassis and suspension. Major improvements were made to the aerodynamic package, including the addition of a full undertray. The engine package was updated with the second generation dry sump oiling system and higher compression. 2006 was the first year for the FSAE West competition in San Bernardino, California. While the car struggled in Detroit due to mechanical failures, it drove to 9th place in California, posting the fastest raw time in endurance.Elected officers were Valarie Boatman/Prem Midha as Team Leader, Nic Langford as Chief Engineer, Mike Wuest as Business Manager, and Scott Race as Secretary. The group leaders were Justin Shaw/Anthony Audo as Manufacturing Group Leader, Brian Mills as Engine Group Leader, Neil Schreiber as Drive Logistics Group Leader, Megan Hancock as Body Group Leader, Andrew D’Hooge as Aerodynamics Group Leader, Scott Race as Drivetrain Group Leader, Mike Schaefer as Data Aq. Engineer, Akinori Miyamoto as Chassis/Rear Box Engineer, Clayton James as Ergonomics Group Leader, Andy Clawson as Cooling Engineer, Nathan Averett as Electrical Group Leader.Formula SAE West Results: 9th Place Overall 3rd Place Hoodyear Best Performance Award | |
| Wheelbase | 70 in. |
| Front Track | 52.6 in. |
| Rear Track | 50.4 in. |
| Engine | 1999-2001 Yamaha R6, custom dry-sump |
| Dry Weight | 508lbs |
| Frame | 4130 Chromoly Steel Space Frame |
| Suspension | Double Wishbone Push/Pull Rod Activated |
| Brakes | Tokico 4 Piston Radial Mount (Suzuki GSX-R1000) |
| Tires | Hoosier R25A 20.5″x7″-13″ Front, 20″x7.5″-13″ Rear |
