Is your carbon fiber real?

All of our products are made from genuine carbon fiber, not hydro-dipped or vinyl wrapped. We source high-quality materials for each piece, and every product is constructed using industry-standard methods including dry carbon for specific high-performance applications. No corners are cut. No filler materials.

Absolutely not. None of our products are drop shipped. Every item is manufactured at our dedicated facility and shipped to our Chicago-based warehouse, where it undergoes a full inspection and quality control process before being delivered to you. We also offer a selection of custom designs created in-house that are exclusive to Insignist Motorsports — ensuring you're not just getting generic parts passed from one supplier to another.

What’s the difference between dry carbon and regular carbon fiber? Why is dry carbon more expensive?

Dry carbon fiber is lighter, stronger, and significantly more expensive to produce than wet (gloss) carbon. While wet carbon is layered with resin and cured with a gel coat for aesthetics, dry carbon is cured under vacuum pressure in an autoclave — the same process used for Formula 1, aerospace, and race-spec builds. This makes it the premium choice for anyone who prioritizes performance, weight savings, and structural integrity.

Is everything on your site in stock?

All of our products are always available to order, a lot are in stock and others are crafted to order, entering production shortly after your purchase. Because we’re a growing business, we balance warehouse space and customer demand, so some orders may take a little longer to fulfill. That said, we maintain an 'In-Stock & Ready-to-Ship' section, clearly displayed on our homepage and in the navigation menu. You can filter by BMW model and instantly view parts ready to ship from Chicago. We’re transparent with our customers, and you can always check your order status by emailing insignist.com@gmail.com or using the Contact Us page. We typically respond within 24–48 hours.

Yes! We want you to have your item as soon as possible. Items listed in our Chicago warehouse under 'In Stock – Ready to Ship' usually ship within 1–3 business days. If it's crafted to order, it enters our tracked production queue and ships when ready. You can always request updates as your order progresses.

Do you ship to Norway?

Yes! We are a VOEC-registered seller, which means Norwegian customers pay 25% VAT at checkout and avoid surprise fees on delivery.👉 Please note: VOEC applies only to items priced under 3,000 NOK per unit (excluding shipping). Our checkout system currently collects VAT on all items, even those above this threshold. If your order includes a product over 3,000 NOK, we will fully refund the VAT within 24–48 hours to comply with Norwegian regulations. This ensures you only pay what’s required and keeps the process seamless for you.We know this is a small extra step, and we truly appreciate your understanding. It’s part of our commitment to transparency and making your experience as smooth as possible.If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at insignist.com@gmail.com or through our Contact Us page and we’ll be happy to help!

Why Carbon Fiber? What's the Hype?

September 10, 2025

Why Carbon Fiber? What’s the Hype?

When you’re into cars, there’s one material that always pops up in the conversation: carbon fiber. It’s the ultimate upgrade; sleek, lightweight, and performance-driven. But what’s the hype really about, and why do so many enthusiasts swear by it?

1. Weight Reduction That Matters

Carbon fiber is incredibly strong for its weight. Compared to steel or even aluminum, it can cut down pounds off your build. Less weight means quicker acceleration, sharper handling, and even better fuel efficiency.

On a BMW G20, for example, swapping in a carbon hood is more than just looks. You’re shaving off serious weight right from the nose of the car. That shift improves balance, response, and makes the car feel tighter overall.

2. Aerodynamics = Performance

It’s not just about being lighter. Carbon fiber parts are shaped to make the air work with you, not against you. Take a carbon fiber front lip for the G20: the ride height is already decent, but once you add a carbon fiber front lip, you’re channeling air smoother and generating more downforce. BTW, our IMS Performance Style Carbon Fiber Front Lip for BMW G20 does exactly that plus, it looks great.

That means stability at higher speeds since the car doesn’t just look planted, it is planted. Spoilers, diffusers, and splitters all follow the same principle: let the car cut through the air cleaner, and you feel the grip in the corners.

3. Aesthetics You Can’t Ignore

Now let’s be honest, even if you don’t care about downforce numbers or weight savings, carbon fiber just looks damn good. It all adds that “F1” DNA to your car.

And that’s the beauty of it: some people mod for performance, some for style. Carbon fiber hits both. At the end of the day, being an enthusiast is subjective because it’s about what looks good to you.

4. The Versatility Factor

Carbon isn’t locked to one part. Whether it’s:

- Front lips to shape airflow,

- Diffusers to balance the rear,

- Mirror caps for subtle details, or

- Full hoods for weight and wow factor…

Every piece can be swapped in without a full rebuild. It’s modular so you can start small, or go all in.

Final Word

Carbon fiber has the rare combo of function + form. It makes your car lighter, sharper, and more stable while also looking like it belongs on a race track. That’s why the hype isn’t going anywhere.

If you’re ready to step into carbon for your own build, check out our BMW G20 collection or G80 M3 upgrades .

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