Lyten has announced the launch of Lyten Motorsports in partnership with INDYCAR Experience. The new venture aims to apply Lyten’s 3D Graphene technology to motorsports parts manufacturing, with operations based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company has been testing its materials on the INDYCAR Experience 2-seat vehicle for over two years.
The company’s 3D Graphene is a carbon-based material that can be customized for different performance applications, affecting properties such as strength, weight, conductivity, and permeability. Lyten Motorsports is currently producing 3D printed parts using proprietary filaments and adhesives, with plans to expand into autoclave manufacturing. The facility in Indianapolis is co-located with INDYCAR Experience headquarters.
“Material science is creating a future that is lighter, stronger and safer, while reducing our impact on the planet,” said Dan Cook, Lyten Co-Founder and CEO. “Motorsports sit at the apex of materials innovation, where small improvements make the difference in speed and safety. The introduction of carbon fiber revolutionized the sport, and we believe Lyten 3D Graphene can be the next materials revolution in motorsports.”
Beyond motorsports applications, Lyten is developing lithium-sulfur batteries that approach twice the energy density of lithium-ion batteries while eliminating 85% of mined minerals. The company reports its technology eliminates the need for nickel, cobalt, and graphite in battery production. Lyten plans to develop parts for various U.S. and international racing series.
Founded in 2015, Lyten has secured more than $425 million in equity investment from companies including Stellantis, FedEx, Honeywell, and Nokia. The company holds over 520 patents granted or pending and manufactures its 3D Graphene material, lithium-sulfur batteries, and other products in San Jose, California. Lyten was recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Energy Companies and named to Time’s lists of top green technology companies.