# Motorsports-Inspired Footwear Collections K-Swiss and McLaren Racing Launch Collaborative Footwear By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-05-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorsports-inspired-footwear-collection References: [kswiss](https://kswiss.com/pages/mclaren-x-k-swiss) [K-Swiss](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bricks-wood) and [McLaren Racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-mclaren) have released their latest collaborative motorsports-inspired footwear collection for the Miami Grand Prix. Rob Langstaff, International Brand President of K-Swiss, spoke about the collaboration, saying: "This is the first time ever McLaren Racing Shoes with K Swiss have been available for retail. Partnering with both McLaren and [ADDICT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cola-addict-eau-de-parfum) is an enormous opportunity and a step towards reimagining." The collaborative footwear collection consists of sneakers, sandals, and others. The footwear collection is based on the Si-18 Ultrashot, the Classic VN, the Slide Sandal, and the Tubes Sport style in men's and women's sizing. Furthermore, the footwear collection is designed according to McLaren Racing's team colors in the Miami Grand Prix. The standout footwear in the collection is the Tubes Sport X McLaren sneakers, which come in two colorways: silver and orange or orange and blue. It also contains the brand's patented Tubes cushioning technology and durable soles. Image Credit: K-Swiss ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Motorsports-inspired Footwear:** The trend of motorsports-inspired footwear can create opportunities for collaborations between sports brands, fashion companies, and automotive manufacturers. - **Team-color-themed Collections:** The trend of team-color-themed collections can boost fan engagement and loyalty for sports-related brands, particularly in the automotive and fashion industries. - **Patented Footwear Technologies:** The trend of patented footwear technologies can provide opportunities for innovation and product differentiation for sports and fashion brands alike. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sports Brands:** Sports brands can leverage the trend of motorsports-inspired footwear to create innovative products that cater to the needs of sports enthusiasts and automotive enthusiasts alike. - **Fashion Companies:** Fashion companies can tap into the trend of team-color-themed collections to create unique and fashionable products that resonate with sports fans and automotive enthusiasts. - **Automotive Manufacturers:** Automotive manufacturers can partner with sports and fashion brands to develop collaboration products that showcase their team colors and enhance their brand image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage-Inspired Racecar Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-mclaren.md) - [Vintage Co-Branded Racing Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-5.md) - [Unique Motorsport Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-petronas.md) - [Inclusive Culture-Honoring Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bricks-wood.md) - [Striking Motorsport-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/las-vegas-grand-prix.md) - [High-Performance Racewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-petronas-f1.md) - [Racing-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assc-and-goodyear.md) - [Racer-Collaborative Blue Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-sneaker-1.md) - [Film-Inspired Shoe Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcat-og.md)