These awesome General Motors Gravity cars were designed and made for the Extreme Gravity Competition in Irvine, California. They're crafted from the same materials as Formula One race cars.
The General Motors Extreme Gravity cars can reach screaming-fast speeds of up to 70 mph. The models shown here were conceived and created at the General Motors 5350 Design Studio. With price tags of up to $30,000 each, these motorless downhill racing vehicles are definitely a step up from the soapbox derby racers that inspired them.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Extreme Gravity Competition
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop high-performance motorless racing vehicles for extreme downhill competitions.
- General Motors Design Studio
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and construction techniques inspired by Formula One race cars for designing cutting-edge vehicles.
- Motorless Racing Vehicles
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create premium, high-speed racing vehicles for enthusiasts seeking an adrenaline-packed experience without the need for motors.
Sectors Adopting This
- Automotive Design and Engineering
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform traditional automotive design by leveraging advanced materials and technologies for building high-performance racing vehicles.
- Sports and Recreation
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce motorless racing as a thrilling new category in the sports and recreation industry, attracting enthusiasts looking for unique and exhilarating experiences.
- Extreme Sports Events
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Organize and promote extreme downhill racing competitions, showcasing cutting-edge motorless racing vehicles and attracting participants and spectators.
