Get Ready for the Ultimate Simulation Challenge!

Background & Motivation

For over a decade, VI-grade has been at the forefront of empowering Formula SAE and Formula Student teams with cutting-edge vehicle dynamics simulation tools.

The Virtual Formula competition provides students with a hands-on opportunity to optimize race car performance using professional motorsport simulation software. Additionally, this year’s the competition will be region-focused, with the first edition dedicated to EMEA teams. This change aligns the competition’s schedule with real-world Formula SAE and Formula Student events, ensuring better synchronization and relevance for participating teams.

Why Participate?

• Learn from the Best – Gain hands-on experience with VI-Motorsport, a state-of-the-art simulation tool used by professional racing engineers.
• Enhance Your Skills – Develop and optimize your own race car model, refining performance for real-world engineering applications.
• Compete at a Global Level – Test your skills against top Formula Student and SAE teams from across EMEA.
• Win Recognition – The competition winner will be announced at VI-grade’s Zero Prototypes Summit, a prestigious industry event attended by top automotive and motorsport professionals.

Competition Overview & Rules

The Virtual Formula 2025 consists of two main phases:

1. Model Preparation & Scrutineering

• Teams will develop and refine their VI-CarRealTime vehicle models using VI-Motorsport.
• Vehicle models will undergo validation through offline dynamic events, including:
  • Skidpad
  • Acceleration
  • Autocross
• Teams must submit documentation detailing the modifications made to the standard baseline model provided by VI-grade.

2. Lap Time Attack

• Qualified teams will compete on a brand-new Virtual Formula racetrack.
• Teams will be allowed a final tuning session before submitting their best lap time.
• The fastest lap time will determine the winning team.

Competition Class

==> Please note that the 2025 Virtual Formula will feature a single class: Electric Vehicle (EV).

Key Dates to Remember (EMEA Edition)

• 📅 Feb. 17th – Mar. 2nd → Registration period EXTENDED TO Mar. 14th
• 📅 Mar. 3rd – Apr. 6th → Phase 1: Model Preparation
• 📅 Apr. 7th – Apr. 13th → VI-grade Scrutineering
• 📅 Apr. 14th – May 4th → Phase 2: Lap Time Attack
• 🏆 May 15th → Winner announcement at VI-grade's 2025 Zero Prototypes Summit

Ready to Compete?

Register now and put your engineering skills to the test in the Virtual Formula 2025 – EMEA Edition!