# Sleek Aerodynamic Automobiles The Phantom Concept Has Inner & Outer Beauty By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-concept References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/phantom-concept-car-takes-aerodynamics-to-its-limits/) & [productdesignforums](http://www.productdesignforums.com/index.php?showtopic=10939) Speed is important on any [supercar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenomeno) and finding ways to attain that speed without hindering the design and weight of the vehicle is vital. The Phantom concept design by Michal Lipinski looks as though it epitomizes that importance for the need for speed without sacrificing the aesthetics of the car. The Phantom is slim and sleek the entire way through with round edges galore to capture that [aerodynamic mode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan). It’s made with lightweight material and carries a maximum of three passengers (one front seat, the driver sits in the middle like a race car driver). The beautiful Phantom concept truly masters the aerodynamic/lightweight mode for [maximum speed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hypercar-prototype) while still maintaining an astounding image. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Aerodynamic Automobiles:** Designing vehicles with sleek and aerodynamic shapes to enhance speed without compromising aesthetics. - **Lightweight Materials:** Exploring innovative lightweight materials to reduce the weight of vehicles and improve speed. - **Centralized Seating:** Introducing central seating arrangements to enhance driver experience and improve aerodynamics. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to incorporate aerodynamic designs and lightweight materials into their production processes. - **Materials Science:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in materials science for developing new lightweight materials suitable for automobile manufacturing. - **Automotive Design:** Opportunity for innovative automotive designers to explore centralized seating arrangements for improved aerodynamics and driver experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealth Racer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-f1-concept.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [All-Chassis Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-evanora-concept.md) - [Contoured Limousine-Like Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saab-aerostream.md) - [Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-concept-vehicle.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Minimalist Luxury Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-concept.md) - [Electric Performance Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vision-gt.md) - [Streamlined Digital EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infiniti-vision-qe-concept.md)