Because of the long suspension travel there can be significant camber change. Suspension: Maximizing the contact patch of the tires with good suspension geometry is of key importance.

Left/right weight distribution will usually be 50/50. Weight Distribution: Typically the front will be lighter in front/rear weight distribution due to the rear/mid-engine configuration. After the iterations are completed, the design will be complete and optimized.īecause of the varied environments where off-road buggies can operate, knowledge of the terrain is important to ensure the vehicle will handle the demands of the surface and speed. Much of the design work is iterative, meaning re-designing areas based on new changes to another area. These six major areas of the car design work as an integrated unit and the designer must have an understanding of how changes to one area affect the others.

Superbuggy, Buggy1600, JuniorBuggy (European Autocross), SCORE classes Build Your Own Dune Buggy Knowledge Levelĭue to the scratch-built nature of off-road buggies, you should be knowledgeable in handling, chassis, suspension, powertrain, aerodynamic and safety design.