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The latest news and stories from the world of Gran Turismo

Here is why I hate touchscreens

The trend of big touchscreens in cars is a gigantic problem

The world’s most beautiful roads are in Switzerland

Here is the holy trinity of Swiss alpine roads.

The legendary Rolls-Royce incident in Sweden in 1986

That time when Rolls-Royce went well out of their way to keep a client happy

Did the Ferrari Museum go too far?

How the Ferrari Museum coerced Marek to donate his car

Downforce is dark magic

I lost my downforce virginity recently. Here's how.

A postcard from Rome and The Vatican

On March 23, we did a private tour of the Vatican.

Meet James Holm, our in-house photographer

Arguably the best automotive photographer in Scandinavia, James has been our event photographer since over a decade.

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Houston, we have a massive problem

I love flying. This particular flight though, every pilot's nightmare became my reality.

Porsche is developing a hybrid 911

It will utilize the latest hybrid technologies from the 919 Hybrid

Alfa Romeo is working on a new supercar

They are pursuing a new Alfra Romeo tipo 33

Wallypower 118 - the coolest luxury yacht in the world

Meet the luxury yacht from the movie "The Island"

Did you know? Rolex was founded in London.

The story of Rolex goes far beyond luxury watches.

The Ferrari F356 is the best Ferrari you never heard of

Over the years, the F356 became one of the most sought-after cars in the world.

Sued by Ferrari because they deserved it

Guess what? Ferrari will sue you if you use their brand in a malicious way

Mr Bond, you have what the Greeks call thrasos

Why James Bond films are so important.

The bizarre naming convention of Ferrari cars

Have you ever wondered how Ferrari determines the name for their cars?

I have no idea, I just stole the Lotus from a brat at Stureplan

The flashing blue light in the rear-view mirror approached at breakneck speed. Then I saw that the police blocked the road.

How to go from zero to owning a Ferrari in just one year

Dreaming about a Ferrari? Here is how you can make it happen in just one year.

Why the adorable Fiat 126p is the best car in the world

Forget supercars like Lamborghini and Ferrari. The best car in the world is the Fiat 126p. Bear with us and let us explain.

The best pictures from 2022 - Places 1 to 20

As every year, we select the best pictures from the season. Here are places 1 to 20.

Mister Kawasaki and the most expensive chicken wings in the world

When you have unlimited money, amazing things can happen.

Forget the Fiat 500 of the 70s - The Lancia Stratos was really cramped

Fifteen years ago, I was the king of SEGA Rally. And the fastest car in the game was the Lancia Stratos.

Here comes the Swedish banker and his disgusting Italian girlfriend

Cencio la Parolaccia - The most fun restaurant in Rome.

No good deed shall go unpunished - How a Christmas gift went horribly wrong

A Christmas gift goes horribly wrong in Stockholm, 20 years ago.

The best pictures from 2022 - Places 21 to 40

As every year, we select the best pictures from the season. Here are places 21 to 40.

The best pictures from 2022 - Places 41 to 60

As every year, we select the best pictures from the season. Here are places 41 to 60.

I hereby pronounce you dead (he said)

Mr Andersson had followed our advise and selected "Doctor" when booking flights and hotels. This became a massive problem on the return flight.

The Aventador successor is due - here is what we know.

Here is what we know about the successor to the iconic Lamborghini Aventador.

A look at the Lamborghini Sterrato

We got a glimpse of the latest Lamborghini, the off-road Huracan Sterrato.

The secret behind a great Olive Oil

A great olive oil is simple to make, but hard to find in a store.

How a brand new Ferrari got ruined by a vomiting passenger

This was the work of the Olympic heavyweight champion of in-car puking. A true masterpiece.

A postcard from the most beautiful country in the world

Here are some pictures from our last driving event in Italy, Gran Turismo Italia.

Greetings from Monaco

Our annual Gran Turismo Europa-tour ended today. As always, thousands of great pictures were taken. Here is a small selection.

They should have sent a poet. We lack words to describe how beautiful Sardinia is.

Here are the best pictures from our 2022 driving event on Sardinia.

Gran Turismo Nurburgring - here are the best pictures from our 2022 event

Our annual Nurburgring event took place at the end of May. Here are the best pictures.

Hello from Croatia and Montenegro

Our first big event of the 2022 season was our annual drive on the Adriatic coast. Here are the best pictures from our team of photographers.

A postcard from Paris and The Louvre

It is difficult to describe. We can’t find the words. Being in the most important museum in the world, that hosts Mona Lisa, all by yourself.

Postcard from St Moritz

Last week we went to St Moritz and our special event on the Olympia Bobsleigh track.

VIDEO: Happy New Year from Gran Turismo Events!

With this short film we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! Welcome to Gran Turismo and the most beautiful countries in the world in 2022.

The digital nomad’s guide to Montenegro

Looking to spend winter far away from the cold north? Here is a personal favourite of mine: Montenegro.

The best pictures from the 2021 season

As every year, we have selected the best pictures from the season.

Everything you need to know about the Riviera in under five minutes

The Riviera has been a popular destination for over a hundred years.

The best pics from Nurburgring in August

Some great shots from our event at the Nurburgring in August.

Everything we knew about the Ferrari SUV was wrong

Much of the rumours regarding the coming Ferrari SUV seems to have been wrong. Now, we have much better information.

VIDEO: Thank you for a great 2021 season

Driving on the Nürburgring, mountain passes in Switzerland and Italy, Portofino, Monaco, and Saint-Tropez. Thank you all drivers for a fantastic 2021 season and hope to see you all in 2022.

VIDEO: Say hello to the Jetson ONE

Our sister company Jetson has built a flying car that looks like a Star Wars spacecraft.

VIDEO: Gran Turismo Italia on Passo Tonale

A short clip from our annual Gran Turismo Italia supercar tour.

Here is the route for Gran Turismo Polonia 2022

In 2022, we are starting in the coastal summer capital of Poland, Sopot.

The worst road trip ever made (that we know of)

How bad can a road trip get? Let's join the Kowalski family on a car trip that would be a week, but whose consequences would last for over ten years.

The best pics from Gran Turismo Adriatica in July

The best pictures from our annual supercar tour on the Adriatic coast in 2022.

VIDEO: Interview with Mitja Borkert - who designed the Huracan STO

Welcome to an in-depth guide around the Huracan STO with the man who designed it - Mitja Borkert.

Test Drive: The crazy Lamborghini Huracan STO

We drive the new and crazy Lamborghini Huracan STO. A race car for the road, with outrageous styling and a driving sensation to match.

VIDEO: We drive the new Huracan STO sideways at Vallelunga

From our exclusive test of the new Lamborghini Huracan STO yesterday on the Vallelunga circuit near Rome.

40 pictures that always make us smile

Whenever I stumble upon a great picture scrolling through the archives, it never fails to make me smile. Oh, what a wonderful moment that was. A cherished memory from long ago that instantly gets refreshed in the mind.

The entire 2021 season is now fully booked

Spa-Francorchamps, Europa, Nurburgring, Italia, and now also our Toscana event in October. All are fully booked.

Congratulations - The Famous Vespa turns 75 years this year

The ever-charming scooter was born when the patent was filed on April 23, 1946, in post-war Italy.

Say HELLO to the new Ferrari 296 GTB

Earlier today, Ferrari introduced their new hybrid supercar.

A postcard from the Riviera

Last week we had the great pleasure of doing our first event of the 2021 season - Gran Turismo Riviera.

Gran Turismo Polonia confirmed for 1-7 of July

We have good news. While restrictions are being lifted quite aggressively in Poland, we are pleased to re-confirm the event taking place 1-7 of July.

Ten myths from the world of luxury and travel that are simply not true

All the expensive cars, private jets and luxury hotels. Swiss numbered bank accounts and Russian caviar. Here are our top twelve misunderstandings from the world of luxury and travel.

Did you know? There is a race track on a rooftop in Turin

There is a race track on an old factory rooftop in Turin. Another secret spot in Italy few know about. 

Celebrate with us on the Riviera with a Ferrari F8 Spider

It is now 100 per cent sure that the season will start with our Riviera tour on the 8th of June.

The best secret spots in Italy few tourists will ever find

Here we go. The best spots that only the locals know about.

Gran Turismo Riviera confirmed for June

In a recent TV speech, the Italian prime minister Mario Draghi declared the country to start opening on the 26 of April.

The greatest April Fools' joke ever

Say hello to a small radio station in Colorado Springs. The Olympic heavyweight gold champions of April Fools. 

Digital Green Certificates are happening

Europe is slowly gearing up for the summer tourist season. A part of the solution is something called Digital Green Certificate.

Sardinia is our new destination for 2022

Beautiful scenery, crystal clear water and our favourite road in the world? You bet. Welcome to Sardinia in 2022.

Happy Birthday to Lamborghini Countach - 50 years old this week

Did you know? The iconic Lamborghini Countach was presented to the world in Geneva on the 11th of March 1971.

Why you should spend your next winter in Italy

Can you work from anywhere in the world? Then you might have entertained the idea of spending a winter at a much warmer place than northern Europe.

Here is all we know about the coming Ferrari 812 GTO

More details have been leaked about the new Ferrari GTO.

The secret behind a great cup of coffee (no one has told you about)

You think coffee is all about the beans and the machine? Think again.

Six things you may not know about Ferrari

Consider yourself a Ferrari fan? Here are six things you may not know about the most famous car brand in the world.

Nine highly unethical tips for the psychopath traveller

Are you a person of low moral fibre? Here some highly unethical tips for you. Things that will make your vacation better, or potentially send you to prison.

My nine most important advice for an excellent road trip in Europe

Planning a road trip this summer? Here are my nine best advice for a fantastic experience.

The new McLaren Artura hybrid car has no reverse gear

Instead, the car has a very clever solution drive backwards.

The epic story behind the Ferrari and Lamborghini rivalry

The year is 1963. Ferruccio Lamborghini, a successful tractor manufacturer, is unhappy with his Ferrari.

The five reasons we absolutely love Portofino

Our favourite spot on the Italian Riviera - Portofino.

The 52 different types of Police in Italy

Did you know that there are 52 different types of police in Italy?

What it’s like driving a supercar in Italian traffic

Driving a Ferrari or Lamborghini in Italy? Here is what to expect.

The most important beauty contest in the world - Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este

All you need to know about the most important beauty contest in the world. Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.

Here are the top twelve roads in Europe with a Ferrari or Lamborghini supercar

We are obsessed with great roads, hotels and restaurants. Here are our favourite roads for a Ferrari, Lamborghini or any other supercar.

Is pizza really from Italy?

Some people believe that pizza was invented in the United States, in a town called Mystic in Connecticut.

Is THIS what Ferrari is going to present on the 22 of April?

Ferrari has started inviting their VIP clients to a presentation on the 22 of April. This is what we think they are going to show.

Here are the four very different types of supercar owners

At a recent supercar launch in the middle east, I had an extremely interesting discussion with a marketing manager of an Italian supercar brand.

Here are the best pictures from 2020

It is that time of the year again. The time when we browse through thousands of pictures taken from the previous season, and select the very best.

12 things to do in Italy for the hardcore Ferrari fan

Love Ferrari? Here are twelve things to do and visit on your next trip to Italy.

22 things you should know about Monaco

Welcome to Monaco, an absurd variant of Disneyland for the rich.

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