# Laser-Beaming Cars The Audi R8 LMX Has Awesome Laser-Beam Headlights By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-05-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-r8-lmx References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/most-powerful-audi-r8-lasers/32001/) & [audi-mediaservices](https://www.audi-mediaservices.com/publish/ms/content/en/public/pressemitteilungen/2014/05/09/audi_r8_lmx.html) The all-new [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt) R8 LMX is not only the most powerful Audi R8, but it is the world's first production car to be equipped with laser lighting. The [laser high-beams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laserabc-laser-show-projector) are activated when the car reaches speeds above 60 km/h and assist the regular LED headlamps in illuminating the path ahead. The camera also includes a sensor system that detects the presence of other road users and adjusts its light pattern accordingly to prevent glare and distraction. Bad-ass lasers aside, the Audi R8 LMX can go from zero to 62 mph in only 3.4 seconds and can hit a top speed just short of 200 mph thanks to its 570-horsepower engine. The engine is hooked up to a seven-speed transmission and an all-wheel-drive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Laser Lighting in Cars:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to incorporate laser lighting technology in their vehicles, improving visibility and safety on the road. - **Sensor Systems for Headlights:** Potential for developing sensor systems that detect other road users and adjust the light pattern accordingly to prevent glare and distraction. - **High-speed and High-power Cars:** Market potential for high-performance cars with powerful engines, offering exhilarating speed and performance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Automakers can explore integrating laser lighting technology and sensor systems in their vehicles to enhance safety and performance. - **Lighting Technology:** Opportunity for lighting technology companies to develop and supply laser lighting systems for automotive applications. - **Sports Car Manufacturing:** Sports car manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for high-speed and high-power cars with advanced engine technology and all-wheel drive capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [All-Electric Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-luxury-car.md) - [Powerful All-Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-a6-avant.md) - [Sophisticated High-Range EV Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-audi-a6-etron.md) - [Long-Range Laser Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumitwin-dl700.md) - [Beastly Luxury Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q4-55-etron.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Autonomous Driving Headlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-driving-marker-lights.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md)