# Aerodynamic Race Autos The 2016 Corvette Grand Sport Features a Lightweight Design for the Track By M | Published 2016-03-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/race-auto References: [hiconsumption](http://hiconsumption.com/2016/03/2017-chevrolet-corvette-grand-sport/) & [chevrolet](http://www.chevrolet.com/) Chevrolet's 2016 Corvette Grand Sport is a [race auto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coyote-utopia) designed to be incredibly fast both on and off the track thanks to an incredibly lightweight design and [aerodynamic metallic body](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan) that naturally work to increase the vehicle's speed. The car is also fitted with a futuristic aesthetic complete with a low to the ground drive, curved shape and added embossing that redirects and pushes air behind the vehicle. Together these features amalgamate to a auto that is designed for speed as well as a [luxury lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports). Track-worthy and casual design come together in the 2016 Corvette Grand Sport model. The car features a dark charcoal grey paint complete with blue detailing and red lights along the luxe black wheels. The inside is equally as dapper with electric blue cushions and added a built-in touchscreen. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Design:** The trend towards lightweight designs in race autos presents an opportunity for manufacturers to create faster and more fuel-efficient vehicles. - **Aerodynamic Body:** The trend of incorporating aerodynamic bodies in race autos offers an opportunity for companies to improve speed and performance on the track. - **Futuristic Aesthetics:** The trend of futuristic aesthetics in race autos provides an opportunity for designers to create visually striking and innovative vehicle models. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend towards lightweight designs and aerodynamic bodies by developing advanced technologies and materials for race autos. - **Design:** Designers and manufacturers in the industry can leverage the trend of futuristic aesthetics in race autos to create unique and visually appealing vehicle models. - **Luxury:** The luxury industry can tap into the trend of lightweight and aerodynamic race autos to offer high-end, luxurious vehicles with superior speed and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rounded Hybrid Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-ray.md) - [70th Anniversary Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corvette-z06-70th-anniversary.md) - [Ultra-Sleek Electric Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monaco-race-car.md) - [Electric Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-corvette.md) - [Video Game-Like Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milano-vision-gt.md) - [Hybrid Performance Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electrified-corvette.md) - [Retrofuturism Split-Body Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traroca-v1.md) - [Track-Ready Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-black-series.md) - [Electric Hybrid Vibrant Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corvette-eray-hybrid.md)