Lyten’s 3D Graphene Supermaterial Supercharging Motorsports
When it comes to motorsports, every gram matters and every fraction of a second counts. Enter Lyten Motorsports, a bold new venture from California-based supermaterials innovator Lyten, that’s aiming to rewrite the rulebook on racing performance. The secret weapon? A pioneering carbon-based material known as 3D Graphene, now being harnessed to craft ultra-lightweight, ultra-strong parts for racing teams across the globe.
Headquartered in Indianapolis, in the beating heart of American motorsports, Lyten Motorsports has been built in partnership with INDYCAR Experience. This isn’t just a flashy PR move. It’s the culmination of over two years of R&D and real-world track testing. The venture combines the best of Silicon Valley material science with the raw demands of racing circuits, where strength, weight, and performance are non-negotiables.
The supermaterial shaking up the track
So, what exactly is 3D Graphene, and why is it turning heads in the motorsport world?
Unlike traditional graphene, Lyten’s 3D Graphene is a tunable material that can be engineered to alter its mechanical and electrical properties. It’s carbon-based, sustainable, and offers tremendous flexibility. Think of it as carbon fibre’s smarter, stronger cousin. It’s being used to build lithium-sulfur batteries with nearly double the energy density of lithium-ion, minus the heavy reliance on mined minerals like cobalt, nickel, or graphite.
In racing, this means components can now be fabricated with unprecedented strength-to-weight ratios, all while keeping environmental impact firmly in check. As Lyten CEO Dan Cook put it: “Material science is creating a future that is lighter, stronger and safer, while reducing our impact on the planet.”
Silicon Valley tech meets Indianapolis horsepower
Lyten’s dual presence speaks volumes. R&D continues at full throttle in their San Jose HQ, but it’s in Indianapolis that design and manufacturing for motorsports takes shape. Right next to INDYCAR Experience, Lyten Motorsports has established its production facility, focused on turning cutting-edge science into practical performance gains.
They’re not messing about either. Using their proprietary 3D printing filaments and advanced adhesive systems, Lyten is already producing parts for real-world use. And it’s not stopping at printing: autoclave manufacturing is next on the docket to meet scaling demand.
Scott Jasek, CEO of INDYCAR Experience, sees the potential clearly: “Motorsports is a high-growth, technology enabled industry and challenge #1 is pushing the bounds of known materials. There is tremendous demand for that next materials innovation and Lyten has it with its 3D Graphene platform.”
From testbed to track
It’s easy to talk a big game, but Lyten is proving its credentials on the track. For over two years, the INDYCAR Experience 2-seater has been the company’s testbed, field-testing new component designs made from 3D Graphene. These trials have been instrumental in refining the material’s performance under the brutal conditions of top-tier racing.
Throughout this racing season, that same INDYCAR 2-seater, now proudly flying the Lyten colours, will continue pushing the envelope—including at the iconic Indy 500. The aim? Fast-track development cycles and showcase how the material performs when every millisecond matters.
Beyond carbon fibre
Carbon fibre revolutionised motorsports. Now Lyten’s looking to take it a step further. Their goal is to not just enhance carbon fibre parts, but also replace heavier metal components with composite alternatives that are lighter, cheaper, and just as robust. That kind of transformation isn’t just good for racing. It signals potential applications in aviation, defence, and high-performance consumer vehicles.
This crossover potential is no accident. Lyten’s materials have already caught the attention of major investors and industries. Their 3D Graphene forms the backbone of next-gen lithium-sulfur batteries, high-strength concrete, and advanced sensors used in environmental monitoring, industrial automation, and even aerospace.
Backed by serious capital and recognition
With over $425 million in equity investment, Lyten’s backers include a who’s who of industrial heavyweights: Stellantis, FedEx, Honeywell, Nokia, and Prime Movers Lab, along with European public investment groups like the EIF and Luxembourg Future Fund.
This financial muscle has enabled Lyten to accelerate R&D and scale production. The company currently boasts more than 520 patents granted or pending and was recently recognised by Time as one of the World’s Top Green Technology Companies in 2025.
That’s not just a nod to its tech, but also its sustainability mission. Lyten’s materials not only improve performance but help reduce carbon emissions and dependence on mined minerals—a combination that’s increasingly crucial in today’s ESG-conscious world.
A green revolution with serious torque
While motorsports might seem an unlikely place to drive environmental innovation, history shows otherwise. Technologies that debut on the racetrack often go on to transform consumer transport. Think ABS brakes, paddle shifters, or hybrid engines.
Now, with Lyten’s 3D Graphene parts, we might be witnessing the dawn of another pivotal shift. These materials deliver speed and safety without the sustainability trade-offs, offering racing teams a clear edge and regulators a cleaner future.
As Dan Cook highlighted: “The introduction of carbon fibre revolutionised the sport, and we believe Lyten 3D Graphene can be the next materials revolution in motorsports.”
Full throttle into the future
With a dedicated manufacturing site in Indianapolis and a deep bench of tech talent in Silicon Valley, Lyten Motorsports is uniquely placed to lead the next chapter in racing innovation. Their collaboration with INDYCAR Experience ensures they stay grounded in real-world racing needs while dreaming big on materials science.
As the racing season unfolds, expect to see more from Lyten on and off the track—not just in INDYCAR, but potentially across a host of international series hungry for that next competitive edge.
Motorsport’s future isn’t just about speed anymore. It’s about sustainability, smart materials, and strategic partnerships. And on all fronts, Lyten Motorsports is already lapping the competition.
