# Racing-Inspired Timepieces Laurent Ferrier Releases the Ultra-Sleek Sport Auto Watch By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-02-03 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sport-auto References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/laurent-ferrier-sport-auto) & [laurentferrier.ch](https://laurentferrier.ch/collections/timepieces/products/sport-auto-blue) Swiss watch manufacturer Laurent Ferrier has released the Sport Auto, a new [sports watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronograph-air-1) that remixes the Nautilus to deliver an opulent yet understated piece perfect for classy dressers. According to the company, the new timepiece was inspired by [auto racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-mille-rm-3001-le-mans-classic), which is why it features a 41.5mm tonneau-shaped middle case that gives the impression it is flowing into the bracelet construction. In addition, both the case and bracelet are made from grade 5 titanium, a material associated with [luxury automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autodromo-x-mobil-1-group-b-pegasus-edition). Other notable features of the Sport Auto include an opalescent finish dial in an eye-catching blue gradient colorway, and 18K white gold indices with matching 18k white gold hour, minute, and second hands. Powering the watch is Laurent Ferrier's in-house LF270.01 automatic with a micro-rotor winding system. Image Credit: Laurent Ferrier ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Sports Watches:** Manufacturers are remixing classic designs with modern technology to attract new audiences. - **Automotive-inspired Timepieces:** The use of materials and design elements borrowed from luxury autos is gaining popularity in watchmaking. - **Micro-rotor Winding Systems:** Watchmakers are exploring new ways to improve the efficiency and accuracy of automatic movements. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Watchmaking:** Innovations in materials and design are creating opportunities for watchmakers to reach new markets and increase customer engagement. - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Collaborations with luxury watch brands can help automotive manufacturers extend their brands to new product categories. - **Microtechnology:** Advancements in micro-rotor winding systems have the potential to impact a wide range of industries beyond watchmaking. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sports Car-Branded Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martins-formula-one-team.md) - [Demure Iridescent Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-girard-perregeaux-x-astonmartin-laureato-chronograph-hero.md) - [Racing-Focused Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilots-watch-performance-chronograph-41.md) - [Racing-Inspired Chronographic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-time-collection.md) - [Ultra-Sophisticated Chronograph Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronograph-watch1.md) - [Bespoke Automobile Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-amg-petronas.md) - [Anniversary Sport Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laureato-fifty.md) - [Opulent Branded Automotive Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autodromo-x-mobil-1-group-b-pegasus-edition.md) - [Luxe Chronograph Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-anniversary-chronograph.md)