Updated on August 17, 2026 • 4 min read
ACS Composite will bring a large selection of C7 and C8 Corvette aerodynamic, protection and exterior components to Corvettes at Carlisle, scheduled for August 27-29, 2026, at the Carlisle Fairgrounds in Pennsylvania.
The company will also provide on-site installation for selected products, giving Corvette owners an opportunity to have components fitted by the same team involved in developing and manufacturing them.
ACS Composite will be located on Row U, spaces 1-5, near Installation Alley.
C7 and C8 Corvette Components Available for Installation
The company’s Carlisle program covers several generations and configurations of the Corvette, including the C8 Stingray, C8 Z06, Grand Sport and E-Ray, as well as C7 Stingray, Z06 and Grand Sport models.
Available components span four primary areas: front aerodynamics, side aero, vehicle protection and rear aero.
For C8 Stingray models, ACS plans to offer products including its 1VM and 5VM front splitters, side rockers, canards, diffuser components, rear intake ports and rock guards.
Widebody C8 models including the Z06, Grand Sport and E-Ray will also be supported with dedicated splitter, canard, diffuser and protection components.
Aero Components Target More Than Appearance
Many of the products being presented at Carlisle modify areas of the Corvette where aerodynamics, road-debris exposure and exterior design intersect.
Front splitters, canards, side rockers, rear spoilers and diffuser components allow owners to modify the exterior aerodynamic package, while rock guards and undertrays focus more directly on protection.
ACS is particularly highlighting its widebody C8 rock guard system, which is designed to integrate with the wider bodywork while protecting areas exposed to debris thrown from the tires.
For owners, seeing these components installed on vehicles at Carlisle also provides an opportunity to evaluate complete combinations rather than selecting individual parts solely from online images.
C7 Corvette Owners Remain Part of the Program
Although the C8 is now the current Corvette generation, ACS is maintaining extensive support for the C7 platform.
For 2014-2019 C7 Stingray models, available upgrades include Z06-style front splitters, Zero7 side rockers, wheel rock guards, spoiler wickers, rear fascia extensions and diffuser fins.
C7 Z06 and Grand Sport owners will have access to additional Stage 2 and Stage 3 aerodynamic components and model-specific side and rear packages.
This broad coverage enables the installation operation to support both current-generation Corvette owners and the substantial existing C7 population.
On-Site Installation Connects Manufacturing With Owners
A notable part of ACS Composite’s Carlisle presence is the installation service itself.
Rather than simply displaying or selling components, the company’s installation crew will bring tools, ramps and inventory to the event and fit selected parts directly to customer vehicles.
For composite and aftermarket component manufacturers, fit and installation can be an important part of the final customer experience. Component geometry, mounting locations, fasteners and alignment all influence how an exterior part integrates with the original vehicle.
Having the manufacturer’s own team perform the installation gives owners direct access to people familiar with those details.
Visitors can also compare different configurations and discuss product combinations with the ACS team before deciding which components to install.
Corvettes at Carlisle Runs August 27-29
ACS Composite will operate from spaces U1-U5, with Gate 3 providing the most direct access to its location.
Because installation capacity is limited, the company is encouraging owners planning specific upgrades to arrange their installation before arriving at the event.
The Carlisle appearance gives ACS an opportunity to present its Corvette components outside the conventional online aftermarket environment, allowing owners to inspect the products, discuss fitment and have selected upgrades installed during the same event.
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