Carbon fibre is widely known for its exceptional strength and lightweight properties, making it the go-to choice when it comes to building high-performance vehicles. Hypetex, a British company specializing in innovative paint-replacement technology for advanced materials, has been collaborating with Formula 1 teams to explore lightweight solutions. Recently, they partnered with Briggs Automotive Company (BAC) to create a one-of-a-kind version of the already-incredible Mono R, utilising Hypetex coloured carbon fibre to eliminate the need for traditional paint coatings.

The BAC Mono R boasts an impressive 343 bhp and a total weight of just 555 kg, resulting in an exceptional power-to-weight ratio of 618 bhp-per-tonne. It can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in under 2.5 seconds. By bypassing the need for paint, the car’s exterior is lighter than its painted counterpart, enhancing its overall performance.

The car’s body is crafted using Hypetex’s titanium carbon fibre twill, and is finished with a crystallized lacquer, preserving the striking carbon fibre weave pattern. According to Hypetex, traditional paint typically adds 138 grams per square meter, while their technology adds just 17 grams for the same area, resulting in an impressive 8x weight saving. This breakthrough technology not only reduces weight but also opens up exciting possibilities for bold designs and innovative finishing options in the world of high-performance automotive engineering.