# Epochal Lightweight Supercars The 'T.50s Niki Lauda' Marks a New Golden Age in Track Automobiles By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2021-02-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-supercar References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/automotive/gordon-murray-t-50s-niki-lauda/) & [gordonmurrayautomotive](https://gordonmurrayautomotive.com/cars/t50s) Every once in a while, a vehicle will emerge that looks like it's poised to completely redefine its entire class and market segment, and that is precisely the case with the 'T.50s Niki Lauda,' a lightweight supercar that has a combination of rip-roaring speed, [exhilarating aerodynamics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-f1-concept) and magnificent design that has be seen or driven to be believed. Named after the legendary Austrian [Formula One](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-british-supercar) driver Niki Lauda, this epochal and unbelievably lightweight supercar weighs in at only 852 kilograms, a weight that is truly ridiculously low. In terms of power, this vehicle is capable of churning out a mind-blowing 725 horsepower, with a downforce of 1,500 kilograms. Unlike regular Formula One cars, this lightweight supercar is designed to be enjoyed on the track without the need for a dedicated pit crew, which is why it is designed with user ease-of-use in mind, something that's exemplified by its handy single-screen display that shows everything from speed to g-force and tire pressure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Supercars:** The trend of constructing lightweight supercars with high-performance specifications to provide a thrilling experience. - **Track-optimized Supercars:** The trend of creating supercars specifically designed for the track, without requiring a dedicated pit crew. - **User-friendly Supercars:** The trend of designing user-friendly features in high-performance supercars such as a single-screen display providing important information to the driver. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore the development and introduction of a new line of lightweight, track-optimized supercars with user-friendly features. - **Motor Racing Industry:** The motor racing industry can evaluate the improvements brought to the industry by the development of lightweight supercars that can be enjoyed on the track without pit crews. - **Luxury Car Industry:** The luxury car industry can focus on creating high-performance supercars with the added feature of user-friendly design to provide a better driving experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight High-Performance Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-highperformance-supercar.md) - [Audaciously Powerful Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hypercars.md) - [Track-Focused Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project24.md) - [Audacious Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-supercars.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Reimagined Open-Top Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opentop-supercar.md) - [Remastered Iconic Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remastered-iconic-supercar.md) - [Riproaring British Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-british-supercar.md) - [Sleek Racing-Inspired Super Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-mc20.md)