21st Annual AETC Online

Andy Randolph - ECR (Earnhardt Childress Racing) Engines

Dr. Randolph received his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University in 1985. During a 25 year career at General Motors and in NASCAR, Dr. Randolph’s work has ranged from fundamental engine research to mass-production engine development, from Wankel rotaries to Pro Stock drag engines. He is a strong advocate of applying scientific principles to engine development, and is widely regarded internationally as one of the foremost combustion experts in the world. He has contributed to five NASCAR Cup championships with three different teams. As Engine Technical Director for Earnhardt Childress Racing, he leads a development team that defines the engine architecture for the Chevy engines supplied by ECR to NASCAR and a variety of other racing series.

Dr. Randolph has authored over 20 refereed technical publications and received five oral presentation awards from the Society of Automotive Engineers.