The Alumni
Western Formula Racing
Since 1988, WFR has cultivated some of the most exceptional engineering talent from Western University. Our alumni have gone on to excel at prestigious companies worldwide, tackling complex engineering challenges. They carry forward the expertise, dedication, and professionalism honed during their time with WFR. Highlighted here are a few of the team’s most influential alumni, whose contributions have left a lasting impact both on the team and the engineering industry.
Member 2018 - 2024
Kaneil Bajwa
2024 Team Principal · First Aerospace
Member 2020 - 2024
Carson Eccles
2024 Technical Director · Multimatic
Member 2021 - 2024
Azhar Rasiwala
2024 Electrical Director · General Dynamics Land Systems
Member 2015 - 2020
Matt Bonk-Dann
2020 Technical Director · Ontario Power Generation
Member 2016 - 2020
Bradley Wood
2020 Operation Manager · Honda Manufacturing of Canada
Member 2016 - 2019
Dean Kernaghan
Aerodynamics, Chassis, Simulation Lead 2019 · Tesla
Member 2016 - 2019
Ben Cogswell
Aerodynamics, Chassis, Simulation Lead 2019 · ATS Corporation
Member 2012 - 2017
Matt Crossan
2015 Operations Director · Mahindra Formula E
Involvement in a wide range of projects at WFR including powertrain, aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics helped develop a well-rounded approach to vehicle design
