On October 23, the Tongji University Formula Racing Team held a grand launch event for its 2026 season race cars at the Jiading Campus. Three vehicles were unveiled: the electric race car DRe26, the autonomous race car DRd26, and the TR26. As the 10th-generation, four-motor-driven electric race car from the team, the DRe26 took center stage, featuring significant iterative upgrades in overall efficiency and stability.
As a long-trusted electrical connectivity partner for the Tongji DIAN Racing team, WAGO once again provided robust technical support, safeguarding the "neural network" of the DRe26.
Four-Motor Drive: Electrical Connectivity as a Lifeline
The DRe26 utilizes a four-motor drive architecture. Behind every technical breakthrough—from the high-voltage battery system and lightweight vehicle design to aerodynamic optimization—lies the necessity for stable and reliable electrical connections. During high-speed racing, intense vibrations, a complex electromagnetic environment, and the demand for extremely high power transmission place rigorous stress on every connection point.
WAGO’s terminal blocks feature a proprietary cage-clamp spring connection technology. This ensures that wires remain firmly secured even under extreme vibration, guaranteeing stable and reliable power and signal transmission. Furthermore, the terminal blocks’ excellent resistance to electromagnetic interference provides a solid foundation for the precise control of the race car’s electrical systems.
Complex Systems, Flexible Adaptation
The electrical system of the DRe26 encompasses various modules, including motor controls for the powertrain, battery management, sensor arrays, and electronic control units—all involving a diverse range of wire gauges and a high density of connection points.
WAGO terminal blocks are compatible with a wide variety of wire sizes, offering flexible connectivity solutions for complex electrical systems. Whether for high-voltage power circuits or low-voltage signal lines, they handle the requirements with ease. The connection process is simple and efficient, allowing the team’s engineers to rapidly assemble and debug the electrical systems during the high-pressure preparation phase, significantly boosting operational efficiency. Nine Years Together: From the Racetrack to the Future
Since 2017, WAGO terminal blocks have served as the trusted electrical connection solution for the Tongji DIAN Racing team. Over the past nine years, WAGO has witnessed the team’s evolution, supporting generations of Tongji students as they chase their dreams on the racetrack.
WAGO understands that reliable electrical connections are the cornerstone of racing performance. Whether in the high-speed intensity of the track or the rigorous, iterative testing in the laboratory, WAGO terminal blocks ensure seamless electrical connectivity—allowing engineers to focus their energy entirely on technical innovation.
With the DRe26 ready to take on the wind, the call to action for the 2026 season has sounded. Empowered by WAGO terminal blocks, what new chapter will this four-motor-driven race car—a machine forged from the team’s collective wisdom and dedication—write on the track? Let’s wait and see.
WAGO Connections: The Path to Safety. From the racetrack to the future, WAGO stands alongside those who strive for excellence.
Post time: Nov-09-2026