Jelco van der Vliet| Chief Chassis

j.vandervliet@forze-delft.nl| +31 6 82009914

As a Mechanical Engineering student at TU Delft with a passion for motorsport, technology, and interdisciplinary projects, I am proud to serve as the Chief Chassis at Forze Hydrogen Racing Team 19. This role enables me to combine my technical expertise with my love for motorsport to advance the development of the Forze IX.

In my position as Chief Chassis, I am responsible for the chassis, bodywork, and suspension of the car, ensuring every component is designed, built, and tested to endure the demanding conditions of racing. Leading a team of engineers with diverse skills, I oversee structural optimization, weight reduction, and durability while collaborating with other technical departments to ensure seamless integration


What I find most rewarding about this role is the chance to turn innovative engineering concepts into a high-performance chassis that allows the team to showcase the potential of hydrogen technology. Together with a passionate and skilled team, I am driven to push the limits of sustainable engineering and to prove that hydrogen can play a leading role in the future of motorsport and mobility.