CMST Tesla Model 3 Highland Carbon Fibre Body Kit
The CMST Model 3 Highland kit is a carbon-fibre aero package built specifically for the 2024-onward Tesla Model 3 facelift (the car Tesla and the Australian market call "Highland"). It is CMST's second-generation aero kit for the Highland, and it covers the car front to rear: a front lip with bumper canards, a streamlined bonnet, side skirts with fender camera-housing trims, a rear lip with wrap-corners, and a low-profile dual-layer wing. Every piece is moulded in carbon fibre, and buyers can fit the whole kit or pick individual parts.
One fitment point matters before anything else: this kit is cut for the refreshed 2024 Model 3 only. The pre-facelift 2017–2023 Model 3 has different front and rear bumpers, so the lips, canards and skirts will not line up on the older car. If your Model 3 is the earlier shape, this is not the kit for it.
- Vehicle: Tesla Model 3 "Highland" (2024 facelift)
- Fitment: 2024-onward Model 3 Highland only — not the 2017–2023 pre-facelift car (bumpers differ)
- Material: Dry carbon fibre (prepreg, autoclave-cured) with a UV-stable clearcoat
- Key pieces: Front lip + 4-piece canards, bonnet, side skirts + 4-piece fender camera trims, rear lip + wrap-corners, dual-layer rear wing
- Finish: Exposed twill carbon weave under gloss clear; OEM-style or bullhorn mirror caps and a clear bonnet are optional
What the CMST Highland kit actually is
This is a complete bolt-on aero set for one specific car. Rather than a single bumper or spoiler, CMST designed the pieces to work together around the Highland's revised body lines — the slimmer headlights, the smoother nose and the reshaped tail. Because it is the brand's second-generation Highland kit, the panel gaps and mounting points have been refined over the first version, which is the sort of detail that decides whether carbon sits flush or fights the factory panels.
The full carbon-fibre parts list is: front lip (B-style), front bumper canards (4-piece set), rear lip (B-style), rear lip end-corners or wrap-corners (2-piece set), side skirts (B-style, 2-piece set), a dual-layer rear wing (A-style), a bonnet (A-style), and fender camera-housing trim covers (4-piece set). You can browse the matching pieces in the CMST body kit range for Tesla and assemble the look you want.
Piece by piece
Front lip and bumper canards
The front lip is the B-style design, a carbon splitter that runs along the lower edge of the Highland's front bumper. Its job is aerodynamic as much as visual: a front lip helps manage airflow under the nose and reduces front-axle lift at speed, which steadies the car's front end on the motorway. Above it sit the canards — a four-piece set, two each side — that add a sharper, more purposeful look to the front corners while helping direct air around the wheel openings. Fitted together they give the smooth Highland nose a more aggressive stance without changing the factory lights or grille. The matching parts live in the CMST front lip collection for Tesla.
Bonnet (A-style, with a clear option)
The A-style carbon bonnet is a styled replacement for the factory steel bonnet. It follows the Highland's body lines with a more sculpted, vented profile, and because it is carbon rather than steel it is lighter while keeping the rigidity a bonnet needs. Saving mass over the front axle is a genuine benefit — it is weight removed from the highest, most forward point of the car — though we won't quote a specific kilogram figure, as the real saving depends on the exact panel and hardware. CMST also offers a clear (transparent) bonnet version if you want to show the structure beneath. Compare the options in the CMST carbon bonnet range for Tesla.
Side skirts and fender camera trims
The B-style side skirts are a two-piece set that runs along the sills between the wheel arches. Visually they lower the car's profile and tie the front lip to the rear; aerodynamically they smooth airflow along the flanks and reduce the air spilling under the car from the sides. The four-piece fender camera-housing trims are the cosmetic companion — carbon surrounds for the side repeater and fender camera housings, so the small details on the front guards match the rest of the weave. These trims are purely decorative covers; they sit around the housings and do not block the cameras. The skirt pieces are in the CMST side skirts collection for Tesla.
Rear lip and wrap-corners
At the back, the B-style rear lip adds definition to the lower bumper, and the two-piece end-corners (wrap-corners) finish the outer edges where the bumper meets the rear quarters. Together they give the tail more depth and a layered, three-dimensional look while tidying airflow off the rear of the car. It is a restrained treatment rather than a bulky diffuser, in keeping with the Highland's clean lines.
Dual-layer rear wing
The A-style rear wing is the kit's signature restraint. Instead of an oversized GT wing, CMST chose a low-profile dual-layer ("double-deck") design that sits close to the bootlid. A subtle wing like this adds modest rear downforce and helps high-speed stability without the large drag penalty a tall wing brings — which matters more on an EV than on a petrol car, because lower drag directly helps efficiency. The shape keeps the Highland looking factory-subtle from a distance but adds intent up close. See the wing options in the CMST rear wing collection for Tesla.
Why dry carbon, not the factory plastic
The factory bumpers and lower trims on the Model 3 are PP (polypropylene) — a flexible, inexpensive moulded plastic that is relatively heavy for its strength and has no weave to show. CMST's kit is dry carbon fibre, made by laying pre-impregnated ("prepreg") carbon sheets into a mould and curing them under heat and pressure in an autoclave. The result is light, stiff, and shows a true carbon weave rather than a printed pattern. Dry carbon is the same family of material used for structural parts on supercars, which is why it holds its shape and finish better than a budget glass-fibre copy.
The trade-off is care. The clearcoat over the weave protects the carbon from UV, but like any exposed carbon part it benefits from being kept out of harsh sun where possible and washed with regular car shampoo rather than aggressive solvents. An occasional coat of wax or a paint sealant keeps the clear bright and slows any yellowing over years of Australian sun. Treated like good paint, a quality carbon part stays sharp for a long time.
Personalisation options
CMST built the Highland kit so owners can tailor it. The front can be optioned as the bumper with the front-lip version, you can choose OEM-style mirror caps or the more distinctive bullhorn-style caps, and the bonnet comes in the standard carbon or the clear/transparent version. Because the pieces are sold individually as well as together, you can start with, say, the front lip and wing and add the bonnet or skirts later. Mixing pieces is expected rather than discouraged — browse the full CMST catalogue to plan a staged build.
Fitment, finish and EV efficiency notes
The single most important fitment fact is the model year: these parts are cut to the 2024 Highland's bumpers and panels, not the 2017–2023 car. Within the Highland range, the kit is bolt-on/tape-on aero rather than a structural conversion, so it does not require cutting the body. Even so, carbon aero rewards careful fitment — checking gaps, test-fitting before final mounting, and making sure the lip and skirt edges sit evenly. Any painted parts (such as the bumper if you option a painted version, or mirror caps colour-matched to the body) should be matched to your car's exact paint code by a professional, because Tesla's colours shift in different light.
On the efficiency side, treat the aero as a general principle, not a range promise: cleaner airflow and a low-drag wing help an EV hold its efficiency at higher speeds, but we won't put a kilometre figure on it because real-world range depends on speed, temperature, tyres and how the car is driven. If you want the same carbon look elsewhere on the car, the broader Tesla body kit collection covers complementary parts.
Frequently asked questions
Will this kit fit my pre-2024 Model 3?
No. The CMST Highland kit is designed for the 2024-onward Model 3 facelift only. The earlier 2017–2023 Model 3 has different front and rear bumpers, so the front lip, canards, side skirts and rear lip will not align correctly. Check that your car is the refreshed Highland model before ordering.
How do I care for dry carbon parts in the Australian sun?
The parts have a UV-stable clearcoat, but treat them like good paint. Wash with regular car shampoo, avoid harsh solvents and abrasive pads, and apply a wax or paint sealant occasionally. Where practical, keep the car out of constant direct sun. This keeps the clearcoat bright and slows any long-term yellowing of exposed carbon.
Do the pieces bolt on, or do they need adhesive?
The Highland kit is a bolt-on and tape-on aero set rather than a structural conversion, so it does not require cutting the body. Most pieces mount with a combination of fixings and high-strength automotive tape, depending on the part. We recommend professional fitment so gaps are even and everything is mounted securely.
Can I buy individual pieces instead of the whole kit?
Yes. Every piece — front lip, canards, bonnet, side skirts, rear lip, wrap-corners, fender camera trims and the dual-layer wing — is available individually as well as part of the full kit. Many owners start with the front lip and wing and add the bonnet or skirts later, which makes a staged build straightforward.
Will the fender camera trims affect Autopilot or the cameras?
No. The four-piece fender camera-housing trims are cosmetic carbon surrounds that sit around the side repeater and fender camera housings. They do not cover the camera lenses or block the sensors, so they do not interfere with Autopilot or the car's camera operation. They simply bring the small details on the front guards into the same carbon finish as the rest of the kit.
Do I need professional fitment?
We strongly recommend it. Carbon aero is precise work — even gaps, correct tape preparation and clean alignment make the difference between a factory-grade result and one that looks off. A workshop experienced with Tesla panels and carbon parts will also colour-match any painted components to your exact paint code.
Ready to build your Highland's look? Explore the full CMST carbon-fibre body kit range for the Tesla Model 3 at AME Motorsport, pick the pieces that suit your car, and our Australian team can help you plan fitment.