The Team
United in passion.
Driven by curiosity.
PROVE fosters a welcoming community where a diverse group of Cal Poly students collaboratively tackle meaningful, real-world challenges and develop practical skills through experiential learning.
Leadership
Sub-teams
Five interdependent engineering groups, working together to ship a complete vehicle from concept to manufacturing to testing.
High Voltage
Learn more →Designs and integrates the vehicles' battery packs, cooling systems, motors, and charging systems — making sure every electrical system is adequately powered.
Low Voltage
Learn more →Builds the vehicle control, safety, and data collection systems. Members get hands-on experience in circuit design, programming, and integrating sensors and hardware.
Mechanical
Learn more →Designs and integrates the suspension, steering, brakes, chassis, and battery mounting structures. CAD modeling, FEA, and design for manufacturability.
Aeroshell
Learn more →Designs, manufactures, and integrates the geometrically complex carbon fiber panels that form the exterior body — balancing aerodynamics and aesthetics.
Business
Learn more →Sponsorship acquisition, marketing, finance, and operations — keeping the team funded, visible, and running smoothly.
Executive Board
Learn more →Officers overseeing recruitment, safety, finance, and events — coordinating the team's day-to-day operations and culture.