Dymag’s Role in Creating a Game-Changing Supercar – The BAC Mono
What is the BAC Mono?
Brainchild of British lightweight sports car firm Briggs Automotive Company, the BAC Mono was created to realise the founding brothers’ vision of producing a road-going vehicle which would deliver a pure and authentic driving experience, made possible by using cutting-edge racing technology.
Whilst other track focussed cars were built around a two-seat design, BAC determined that any car carrying a passenger has compromised performance. As the ‘Mono’ name suggests, their car is a single seater. A Road-legal, track-capable supercar to be more precise.
The Best of British Automotive Engineering
To achieve their revolutionary concept, BAC recognised early on the need for a supply chain and partnership strategy that would unite the finest engineering firms in the automotive sector. As a British manufacturer, BAC was committed to leveraging home-grown talent.
Of the 100 suppliers responsible for around 1,250 bespoke components in every vehicle, 95% were UK-based. Among these, Dymag was a key partner selected by BAC to realise their ambitions for superlight, high-performance wheels.
Weight Loss – Where it counts most
BAC design engineers knew that super lightweight wheels would play a crucial role in the Mono’s overall performance.
This is because reducing unsprung mass and rotational inertia delivers greater outright performance benefits than weight savings anywhere else on a vehicle. A lighter rotating mass requires less energy to accelerate and brake, while the lower gyroscopic effect allows ultra-rapid changes of direction, improving handling and responsiveness.
Using Dymag’s patented Carbon Fibre BOXSTROM™ barrels as part of a hybrid wheel solution achieved a weight saving of around 40% compared to forged aluminium. Additionally, the BX-E barrels also delivered class-leading strength and safety, thanks to a unique and innovative design that increases stiffness while safeguarding the wheel’s primary load-carrying path from impact damage.
Out-Performing the Rest
Launched in the UK at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Dymag equipped BAC Mono supercar smashed the hill climb record by over a second faster than anyone else.
The Mono (and the higher-performance limited-edition ‘R’ version) continued to break numerous performance records, achieving production car lap records at multiple race circuits, setting rear-wheel-drive acceleration records, and winning multiple CotY accolades.
A Significant Milestone for Dymag BOXSTROM™
Dymag’s collaboration with BAC marked a significant milestone in the story of Dymag’s patented BOXSTROM™ Carbon Hybrid Composite wheels, with BAC being the first OEM partner to offer this groundbreaking technology on their cars. Since the initial BAC collaboration, BOXSTROM™ wheels have been specified for special projects by some of the world’s leading sports and supercar manufacturers.
In addition to the BX-E (Elite) version, Dymag have also launched the BX-F. Retaining all the performance and safety features of the original, the BX-F features a new and unique flange technology, allowing for a far greater range of centrepiece integrations. This opens up BOXSTROM™ technology to tuners and aftermarket performance wheel brands, enabling them to incorporate Dymag carbon rims into their designs and offer their own carbon hybrid ranges.
50 Years of Performance Momentum
This year marks a significant milestone for Dymag as we celebrate our 50th anniversary. For half a century, Dymag has been at the forefront of wheel innovation, producing high-performance wheels that combine cutting-edge technology with unparalleled craftsmanship. From our pioneering days to our current status as industry leaders, we remain dedicated to delivering the best in strength, lightweight design, and superior performance. Join us in celebrating 50 years of Performance Momentum.