Sauber Motorsport, Motorsport enterprise in Hinwil, Switzerland
Sauber Motorsport is an enterprise in Hinwil, Switzerland, housing workshops, laboratories, offices, and a wind tunnel across several thousand square meters. The facilities spread over multiple buildings where designers, engineers, and mechanics collaborate on racing cars for international competitions.
Peter Sauber founded the company in 1970 and began with hillclimb events before developing sports cars in the late 1980s. The team entered Formula One in 1993 and later adopted partnership agreements with larger car manufacturers.
The name reflects a Swiss German root emphasizing cleanliness and exactness, qualities often tied to the country's technical craftsmanship. Staff members follow strict engineering protocols to prepare cars that compete in front of audiences around the world.
The site lies near the A53 motorway with signs directing traffic toward Hinwil; parking is available only by prior arrangement. Visits are generally possible only through scheduled appointments, as the location serves as an active working center.
All components of a racing car are produced on site, from digital drawing to finished carbon fiber part, without sending elements to other locations. The wind tunnel is one of only a few such facilities in Switzerland and runs regularly to refine aerodynamic performance.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
