Carbon Fiber Hood For AIT Racing R1 Series and Chevrolet Cobalt and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Performance Carbon Fiber Hoods

Dramatically lower front-end chassis weight and enhance engine bay heat extraction with high-performance Carbon Fiber Hoods. Engineered for track environments and aggressive street builds, these lightweight composite hoods drop standard factory weight while integrating functional cooling elements. Whether you are building an import icon or a custom sport compact, a premium carbon fiber hood radically alters your vehicle's aerodynamics and front profile.

AIT Racing R1 Style Hood. Source: CARiD.com / AIT Racing® SI06BMR1SCFH - R1 Style Functional Cooling Carbon ...

Lancer Evolution Vented Hood. Source: T1 Motorsports / Seibon DV-Style Carbon Fiber Hood - 2008-2015 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X

Featured Applications & Series

1. AIT Racing R1 Series Carbon Fiber Hoods

The R1 Series by AIT Racing is legendary in the sport compact community for its aggressive, multi-vented styling. It is engineered to maximize under-hood heat dissipation on highly modified or forced-induction builds.

• Aesthetic Layout: Features an integrated central ram-air style scoop complemented by deep dual-sided multi-slat heat extractor louvers to pull hot air away from the engine.

• Premium Architecture: Constructed using standard 2x2 twill weave carbon fiber bonded to a smooth fiberglass inner skeletal framework for optimized rigidity.

2. Chevrolet Cobalt Carbon Fiber Hoods

An essential upgrade for the Cobalt SS (Supercharged/Turbocharged) and base platforms looking to shed front-end weight and prevent thermal soaking in the engine bay.

• Fitment Options: Available in OEM-style flat profiles for a stealthy look, or aggressive vented versions modeled after racing specs to relieve under-hood pressure.

• Structural Advantage: Replaces the heavy factory stamped-steel hood with an ultra-light composite structure, drastically improving front-to-rear weight distribution.

3. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Carbon Fiber Hoods

Tailored specifically to match the rally-bred heritage of the Evo platform (including Evo VIII, IX, and X chassis configurations).

• Aerodynamic Geometry: Retains or aggressively accentuates the iconic center heat extraction duct and dual side vents to maintain high-velocity airflow through the radiator and intercooler.

• Track-Grade Build: Vacuum-infused pre-preg carbon fiber construction options ensure minimal resin pool buildup, yielding an ultra-lightweight panel with incredible tensile strength.

Core Product Features:

• Genuine 2x2 Twill Carbon Fiber: Woven from real 3K carbon filaments to deliver an immaculate, uniform weave matrix with an optimal strength-to-weight ratio.

• UV-Stabilized High-Gloss Clear Coat: Sealed with a premium weather-resistant clear coat layer that actively resists yellowing, hazing, or thermal cracking under intense engine heat.

• Functional Heat Extraction: Open mesh-lined cooling slats prevent hot air stagnation, reducing engine bay temperatures and mitigating high-speed under-hood lift.

• Steel Reinforced Latch Interface: Integrated with a heavy-duty skeletal frame and a pre-installed steel latch mechanism to ensure a secure interface with the factory hood release.

Technical Specifications:

• Product Type: Lightweight Performance Carbon Fiber Replacement Hood

• Material Construction: Real Carbon Fiber Outer Layer bonded to an FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) Inner Frame

• Surface Finish: High-Gloss Clear Mirror Finish with UV Inhibitors

• Mounting Interface: Utilizes factory hinge alignment layout and stock gas strut/prop rod points.

• Safety Requirement: While these units attach to the factory latch mechanism, hood pins are strictly required for all aftermarket carbon fiber hoods to ensure absolute safety at highway and track speeds.