AccelerateATX is a STEM Racing team based in Austin, Texas. Founded two years ago by Beckett Raftus, we have quickly made a name for ourselves. In our first year competing, we secured 4th place at the 2024 STEM Racing US National Finals, and additionally took home the award for Best Pit Display. This year at the STEM Racing 2024-2025 Central United States Regional Finals, we won the Best Sponsorship and Marketing Award and were crowned the Central Regional and Texas State Champions.

While most Stem Racing teams come from one school, our team is composed of a diverse group of high schoolers from all across Austin. Three of our team members attend the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, and three are homeschooled. While we don’t all attend the same school, our drive for success, ability to think outside the box, and various skillsets complement one another, which has made us a perfect team.

This year, AccelerateATX has set our sights higher - to finish in the top 3 at the STEM Racing National Finals and have the honor of advancing to the STEM Racing World Finals later this year. AccelerateATX is determined to represent both Austin, Texas, and the United States, while also showcasing our talents on the world stage.

AccelerateATX’s journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where it takes us in the future. At the moment, we have our foot to the floor accelerating towards a great result at the 2025 STEM Racing Regionals!