Carrera eyeglasses

Carrera is a historic eyewear brand established in 1956 by Wilhelm Anger, initially inspired by the Carrera Panamericana auto race. The brand became famous for developing Optyl, a durable and heat-molded plastic material that revolutionized the optics industry. Over the decades, it evolved from sports goggles and racing helmets into a premier lifestyle brand known for its bold, aviator-style aesthetics.

In 1996, the brand was acquired by the Safilo Group, an Italian giant in the luxury and designer eyewear market. Today, Carrera remains one of Safilo's most prominent proprietary brands. While the brand's design and heritage are rooted in Austria and Italy, production takes place across Safilo's global manufacturing network, which includes large-scale facilities in China and high-end workshops in Italy. The brand continues to be a leader in the global eyewear market, blending heritage sports design with modern fashion trends.