# 70s-Style Motorsports Timepieces These Seiko Prospex Speedtimers Come in Three Styles By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-05-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-speedtimers References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/watches/seiko-solar-speedtimer-chronograph-classic-motorsports/) & [seikoboutique](https://www.seikoboutique.co.uk/product-category/prospex/prospex-speedtimer/)  These [Seiko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedometer) Prospex Speedtimers timepieces are a series of [70s motorsports-inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaer-r1-rally-chronograph) accessories perfect for helping a wearer to keep time in a decidedly stylish way. The watches feature a 41.4mm stainless steel case and are powered by a caliber V192 [solar-powered movement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astron-gps-solar), which is rated to provide up to six-months of use when fully charged from the sun's rays. The various models each pay homage to a different aspect of 70s motorsports culture, which is conveyed with their names that include the Grand Touring, Circuit Race and Racing Sports. The Seiko Prospex Speedtimers timepieces have a 13mm thickness and a water resistance to 100-meters with either stainless steel or perforated calfskin leather straps. Priced ranging from £590 to £620, the watches are available now with shipments slated to start in June. Image Credit: Seiko ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Reviving 70s-inspired designs brings nostalgia-driven appeal to modern accessories. - **Solar-powered Technology:** Integrating solar-powered movements in luxury timepieces offers sustainable and long-lasting functionality. - **Motorsports-themed Accessories:** Creating products that pay homage to motorsports culture captivates enthusiasts and broadens market appeal. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watches:** High-end watches with unique historical designs cater to collectors and fashion-forward consumers. - **Sustainable Technology:** Solar-powered components in consumer electronics emphasize eco-friendly and sustainable innovations. - **Motorsports Merchandise:** Expanding product lines to include motorsports-inspired accessories builds brand loyalty among fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Classic Car-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedometer.md) - [Racing Partnership Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-speedtimer-x-datsun-240z-collection.md) - [Chromatic Astronaut-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-speedtimer-ssc947.md) - [Purplish Tokyo Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-speedtimer.md) - [Glowing Nighttime-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-black-series.md) - [Racing GMT Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-sports-supercars-gmt.md) - [Racing-Inspired Chronographic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-time-collection.md) - [Anniversary Mechanical Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-145th-anniversary.md) - [Everyday Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-1968-heritage-divers-gmt-spb519.md)