SpeedKore
SpeedKore Performance Group is a Grafton, Wisconsin-based manufacturer that builds aftermarket carbon fiber components for classic American muscle cars and designs bespoke, full carbon-fiber custom performance vehicles for high-net-worth and celebrity clients, selling direct via Shopify.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersGrafton, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SpeedKore does
SpeedKore Performance Group is a privately held American performance company headquartered in Grafton, Wisconsin, specializing in the manufacturing of pre-impregnated carbon fiber composite parts and the design of bespoke high-performance vehicles. The company uses aerospace-grade pre-impregnated carbon fiber cured in an autoclave, producing components that exceed OEM quality standards. Its product portfolio spans aftermarket carbon fiber components for Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Harley-Davidson, and Plymouth vehicles (offered in raw, paint-ready, and show-ready finishes), and one-off full-vehicle builds — including multiple 1970 Dodge Charger variants and platform-specific builds for notable customers such as Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Kevin Hart.
The business operates on a hybrid revenue model. The component segment is build-to-order (3–4 week lead times) sold direct-to-consumer through a Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront, with unit prices ranging from roughly $340 for bracket sets to $3,075 for rear diffusers, plus a small branded merchandise line. The custom vehicle segment is quote-based and not publicly priced, with prominent builds integrating Mopar's 1,000-horsepower Hellephant crate engines and full carbon-fiber bodies — projects that industry context suggests are worth hundreds of thousands of dollars per build. Distribution is direct and domestic-only; the company does not accept international orders, and there are no third-party resellers or distributors.
Customer concentration is bifurcated: a small number of high-profile, high-net-worth bespoke clients anchor the custom-build side, while a broader but presumably modest volume of individual consumers and modifiers purchase aftermarket components. The brand is leveraged as a marketing asset, with celebrated builds (e.g., "Evolution," 2019 SEMA Goodguys Gold Award) and celebrity associations driving organic visibility alongside targeted digital advertising on Google, Facebook, and Bing. Operational scope is limited to a single Grafton facility, and the company has no disclosed funding, headcount, or revenue figures.
SpeedKore firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SpeedKore
- Legal name
- SpeedKore Performance Group
- Website
- https://speedkore.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- SpeedKore Performance Group is a Grafton, Wisconsin-based manufacturer that builds aftermarket carbon fiber components for classic American muscle cars and designs bespoke, full carbon-fiber custom performance vehicles for high-net-worth and celebrity clients, selling direct via Shopify.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SpeedKore industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Automotive Performance Parts and Custom Vehicle Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)
- SIC
- Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies (3711), Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Automotive Exterior Trim & Appearance Components Manufacturing (Moldings/Badges/Grilles/Chrome/Cladding) (IMACAKAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Body Panels, Doors, Hoods & Closures Manufacturing (IMACAGAH)
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Where SpeedKore is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Grafton
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
SpeedKore business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Custom Bespoke Vehicle Builds: Fully bespoke custom performance vehicles built to customer specifications, featuring full carbon-fiber body work and high-performance engine integration. These are one-off projects for high-profile clients including celebrities.
- Carbon Fiber Component Sales: Sale of individual carbon fiber parts for Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Harley-Davidson, and Plymouth vehicles. Components are offered in multiple finish options: Unfinished (Raw Carbon), Paint Ready (Primer Finish), and Show Ready (Gloss or Satin Clear Coat). Build-to-order with 3-4 week lead time.
- Merchandise: SpeedKore branded merchandise including apparel and accessories sold through their e-commerce platform.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Unfinished/Raw Carbon Component |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Paint Ready (Primer Finish) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Show Ready (Gloss or Satin Clear Coat) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Front/Rear Bumpers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Performance Components |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
SpeedKore product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SpeedKore manufactures aerospace-grade pre-impregnated carbon fiber components for classic American muscle cars (Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Plymouth) and Harley-Davidson motorcycles, offered in unfinished, paint-ready, and show-ready finishes. The company also builds fully bespoke custom performance vehicles featuring complete carbon-fiber bodies integrated with high-performance powertrains, including Mopar's Hellephant crate engines up to 1,000 horsepower. Sales are conducted direct-to-consumer through their Shopify e-commerce storefront and a custom vehicle application process.
Product overview
SpeedKore is an American Performance Company that manufactures high-quality carbon fiber composite parts and builds bespoke custom performance vehicles. The product portfolio centers on pre-impregnated carbon-fiber components cured in autoclave, offered as individual aftermarket upgrade parts across vehicle-specific collections (Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Harley, Plymouth) and as complete custom vehicle builds featuring full carbon-fiber bodies integrated with powerful powertrains including Mopar's Hellephant crate engines. Components are available in three finish levels: unfinished raw carbon, paint-ready primer, and show-ready gloss or satin clear coat.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Carbon Fiber Component Parts Pre-impregnated carbon fiber automotive components including bumpers, splitters, rocker panels, diffusers, and air intakes for Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Plymouth, and Harley-Davidson vehicles, manufactured in autoclave-cured composites and offered in Unfinished (Raw Carbon), Paint Ready (Primer), or Show Ready (Gloss or Satin Clear Coat) finishes. Build-to-order with a 3-4 week lead time, sold direct to consumers via the Shopify storefront.
- Custom Vehicle Builds Fully bespoke performance vehicles featuring full carbon-fiber body fabrication, custom SpeedKore frames, and integration with high-performance powertrains including Mopar's 700 to 1,000 horsepower Hellephant crate engines. Engagements begin with a Custom Vehicle Application and are quoted individually; showcase builds include the 'Hellucination' (1968 Dodge Charger, designed with Ralph Gilles), 'Hellraiser' (1970 Dodge Charger built for Kevin Hart), 'Evolution' (1970 Dodge Charger, 2019 Goodguys Gold Award winner), 'Tantrum' (1970 Dodge Charger), 'Ghost' (1970 Dodge Charger, 700 HP), 'Hellacious' (1969 Dodge Charger), Robert Downey Jr's 1974 BMW (E9) CS 3.0, and Chris Evans' 1967 'Captain America' Chevrolet Camaro.
- SpeedKore Branded Merchandise Branded apparel and accessories sold direct to consumers through the company's e-commerce platform.
Quantifiable outcome
- Goodguys Gold Award at 2019 SEMA Show for 'Evolution' - world's most advanced 1970 Dodge Charger
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use SpeedKore
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
SpeedKore technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
SpeedKore partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- ShopifycoreSpeedKore uses Shopify to power their online e-commerce storefront at speedkoreperformance.myshopify.com. Shopify handles the online store functionality, payment processing, and customer data management. Shopify's cookies and tracking technologies are used for site analytics and marketing purposes.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
SpeedKore competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Ringbrothers: Wisconsin-based, high-end custom muscle car and Pro-Touring builder producing one-off show-quality vehicles with carbon-fiber and modern powertrain integration. Closest direct analog to SpeedKore in terms of build philosophy, celebrity client base, and SEMA presence.
- Classic Recreations: Builds continuation and restomod Shelby GT500CRs and other classic muscle cars with modern performance. Competes for the same high-end classic muscle car buyer as SpeedKore with similarly priced bespoke offerings.
- Revology Cars: Manufactures licensed replica muscle cars (Mustang, Camaro, Bronco) with modern drivetrains and build quality. Comparable as a low-volume, premium-priced manufacturer of classically-styled performance vehicles.
- Anderson Composites: Manufactures aftermarket carbon-fiber body panels, hoods, and aero components for muscle cars and trucks. Directly competes with SpeedKore's e-commerce carbon-fiber component catalog at lower price points.
- Seibon Carbon: Aftermarket carbon-fiber hoods, trunks, and body components for a wide range of performance vehicles. Competes in the same carbon-fiber component category as SpeedKore's Shopify storefront.
- Vorsteiner: Premium aftermarket carbon-fiber aerodynamics and performance parts for luxury and exotic vehicles. Comparable as a premium carbon-fiber component brand serving the enthusiast/collector buyer.
Broad incumbents
- Roush Performance: Established Ford performance vehicle builder with a much broader product portfolio (Mustang-based vehicles, crate engines, branded parts). A larger, more diversified incumbent in the custom American performance vehicle space.
- Shelby American: Iconic American muscle car and supercar (GT500, GT350) builder with brand licensing and a global parts catalog. Operates in the same collector/performance space as SpeedKore but at substantially larger scale.
- Magna International: Global Tier-1 automotive supplier with extensive carbon-fiber composite manufacturing capabilities. Relevant as a scaled incumbent that could compete for low-volume OEM composite programs and high-end component supply.
- Plasan: Manufacturer of carbon-fiber composite components for automotive and defense applications. Operates SpeedKore's process class (autoclave pre-preg) at industrial scale, representing the upper-bound competitive threat in composites.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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SpeedKore leadership team
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SpeedKore funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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SpeedKore M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about SpeedKore
What does SpeedKore do?
SpeedKore manufactures aerospace-grade pre-impregnated carbon fiber components for classic American muscle cars (Dodge, Chevrolet, Ford, Plymouth) and Harley-Davidson motorcycles, offered in unfinished, paint-ready, and show-ready finishes. The company also builds fully bespoke custom performance vehicles featuring complete carbon-fiber bodies integrated with high-performance powertrains, including Mopar's Hellephant crate engines up to 1,000 horsepower. Sales are conducted direct-to-consumer through their Shopify e-commerce storefront and a custom vehicle application process.
Is SpeedKore a public or private company?
SpeedKore is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was SpeedKore founded?
SpeedKore was founded in 2015. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is SpeedKore based?
SpeedKore is headquartered in Grafton, United States, in the North America region.
How does SpeedKore make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Custom Bespoke Vehicle Builds are the primary driver. The others are carbon Fiber Component Sales and merchandise.
Who are SpeedKore's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Ringbrothers, Classic Recreations, Revology Cars, Anderson Composites, Seibon Carbon and Vorsteiner. Broad incumbents are Roush Performance, Shelby American, Magna International and Plasan.
Does SpeedKore have an API?
No public API is recorded for SpeedKore.
What industry is SpeedKore in?
SpeedKore's product category is Automotive Performance Parts and Custom Vehicle Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAKAE, Automotive Exterior Trim & Appearance Components Manufacturing (Moldings/Badges/Grilles/Chrome/Cladding), with a secondary code of IMACAGAH, Body Panels, Doors, Hoods & Closures Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 336991 and its SIC code is 3714.