This thesis aims to develop a thermal management strategy for a Formula Student vehicle, focusing on controlling the cooling system auxiliaries, specifically pumps and fans. The work is divided into two main stages. First, a thermal model of the existing cooling system is developed in MATLAB Simulink, based on the architecture of the Oxford University Racing 2023 single-seater. The model is then simulated to assess its dynamic behavior and responsiveness. The model’s response is analyzed under different external and operating conditions. Simulations are conducted to establish a reference condition. A maximum cooling scenario is simulated, where the cooling system auxiliaries operate at full power.