# Compact Carbon Fiber Cars This Compact Sports Car Uses Carbon Fiber Materials For Reduced Weight By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-sports-car References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/hyundai-veloster-sema-concept/45900/) & [hyundainews](http://www.hyundainews.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/46211/hyundai-and-gurnade-inc-link-up-to-create-race-ready-veloster-concept-for-2016-sema-show1) The Gurnade Concept is a gorgeous new compact sports car that is the end result of South Korean auto company [Hyundai](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-subcompact-suv) deciding to take its famous Veloster car before upgrading its engine technology and improving some of its structural deficits. This modified compact sports car now features a brand new [carbon fiber front bar and hood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports). Elsewhere, there's a carbon fiber hatch that features a wing for extra aerodynamic performance. Not only do these features improve performance, but they also lend a strikingly sporty appearance to the vehicle. This car also has a roll-cage to protect drivers with a need for speed, while a decked-out audio system offers the soundtrack to your next drive. The true allure of a sports car lies in its combination of high-powered performance and eye-catching style, and the Gurnade Concept achieves that in phenomenal fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Carbon Fiber Materials in Cars:** Automakers can explore the use of carbon fiber materials in cars to reduce weight and improve performance. - **Compact Sports Cars:** Auto companies can design and produce more compact sports cars with improved structural deficits and engine technology. - **Aerodynamic Design in Cars:** There is an opportunity for automakers to prioritize aerodynamic design in cars for improved performance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can leverage the use of carbon fiber materials and focus on designing and producing compact sports cars. - **Materials Industry:** The materials industry can benefit from the rising demand for carbon fiber materials in the automotive industry. - **Design Industry:** The design industry can help automakers prioritize aerodynamic design in cars to improve their performance and style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Chassis Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-evanora-concept.md) - [Minimalist Restomod Speedsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sp40.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-subcompact-suv.md) - [Lighting-Wrapped Concept Coupes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-coupe.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Track-Ready Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-rn22e.md) - [Panoramic Dragster Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gac-u.md) - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Elegant Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-x-speedium.md)