Solely 19 of the ‘05 NISMO R34 GT-R Z-tune have been produced by Nissan’s efficiency division. Nineteen. With some mathing, that’s one in every of Z-tune R34 for each 424,315,789 people on Earth. When you occur to be one of many ridiculously few, good for you. For the remainder of us, we’ve the free Replace 1.61 from the Polyphony workforce. Along with having the ability to drive the grail-status Z-tune the ’22 Honda N-ONE RS and ’22 Nissan Qashqai Tekna 190 2wd e-Energy are additionally out there on this free replace.
Three new occasions, a brand new Lone Pine location added to Scapes, and a ’17 Lexus RC F GT3 with the “ANEST IWATA Racing 2025” livery within the Lexus Showroom are extra content material for the month. The Sophy AI racing agent can be out there to battle in opposition to on the Excessive-Pace Ring circuit.
Replace 1.61 for Gran Turismo 7 is offered as of at the moment, Wednesday, July 23 at 10:00pm PT / July 24 at 6:00am GMT / 3:00pm JST.
NEW CARS**
’22 Honda N-ONE RS
(Might be bought from Model Central / Used Vehicles)
This “sizzling” mannequin boasts the primary front-wheel drive turbo, 6-speed guide transmission combo is a kei automotive.
The N-ONE was launched as a brand new fundamental automotive that includes motifs from the unique N360, Honda’s first kei regulation passenger automotive. The primary technology was launched in 2012 and located crucial and industrial success for its charming seems to be and driveability.
In 2020, the N-ONE entered its second technology. Although the physique body was overhauled, requests from followers to not change the automotive’s seems to be led to the physique panels from the primary technology mannequin being carried over and reused. As a substitute, refined modifications have been made to the form of the grille and bumper to tastefully categorical the evolution of the mannequin.
The second-generation sports activities mannequin was dubbed the “RS,” standing for “Street Crusing.” Whereas this grade additionally existed for the primary technology, the 2nd gen. mannequin featured the primary mixture of a front-mounted turbocharged engine with front-wheel drive paired with a 6-speed guide transmission, which made it much more of a pleasure to drive.
The RS options an unique exterior design with black trim elements, however its most attention-grabbing function might be the 6-speed transmission. Designed for the fanatic, it makes use of a close-ratio gear set as within the S660. The 2nd and third gears function heavy-duty synchros, and the clutch additionally makes use of heavy-duty elements.
On the opposite facet of the coin, it additionally options many help capabilities like every other trendy guide automotive—from the height torque limiter, which reduces shift shock when instantly releasing the clutch, to automated brake maintain, which makes issues like hill begins a lot simpler.
Because of its compact measurement and light-weight weight at just below 1,000 kg, the driving really feel is way more direct than one would anticipate from a automotive of this sort. Total, it makes for a really engaging package deal which brings the enjoyment of sports activities driving nearer to house.
’05 NISMO R34 GT-R Z-tune
(Might be bought from Model Central)
The second wave GT-R finishes with the final word full tuned automotive.
In 2004, Nismo (at the moment Nissan Motorsports & Customizing) celebrated the twentieth anniversary of their founding. To mark the event, they determined to create the final word street automotive as a end result of their 20 years of expertise. The results of this ardour undertaking was the Nismo R34 GT-R Z-tune.
Nevertheless, manufacturing of the R34 mannequin Skyline GT-R, which fashioned the bottom of this undertaking, had already ceased by this time. To get round this, Nismo chosen 20 used automobiles that met a strict set of necessities and dismantled all of the our bodies so that they might be fastidiously reconstructed by hand.
Naturally, each half that was added was of the best stage, befitting of the “Z” label. At its core sits the RB26DETT Kai-Z2 engine. Beginning with the identical 2.8L setup because the up to date GT500 class GT-R race automotive, each part—from the pistons to the block to the conrods—was chosen for power and reliability. The turbochargers are IHI-made models, which had seen success within the 2004 Nürburgring 24-Hour race. In the meantime, the exhaust is constructed from titanium, rising catalyzer efficiency and exhaust stream fee.
To extend chassis rigidity, additional spot welds have been added round areas just like the door body, whereas areas extra susceptible to distortion from the warmth of welding have been strengthened with molded CFRP elements. The suspension options specifically tuned bolt-on dampers produced by SACHS, an organization with a confirmed monitor report in GT500. With a view to obtain the goal of 1.6G braking pressure on semi-slick tyres, bespoke brake elements have been developed at the side of Brembo.
The outside additionally acquired a lot of refinements centered on weight discount, cooling, and aerodynamics. Particularly, on the entrance finish, the bumper, fenders, and bonnet have been all changed with CFRP elements.
Ultimately, solely 19 automobiles have been produced, together with the prototype, however the R34 GT-R Z-tune is nearly actually Nismo’s best contribution to the second wave of GT-R fashions.
’22 Nissan Qashqai Tekna 190 2wd e-Energy
(Might be bought from Model Central)
Nissan’s Compact SUV Is Even Higher with e-Energy.
The Qashqai is a compact SUV that occupies the C-segment in Nissan’s lineup. The primary mannequin was launched in 2006, with a second-generation mannequin launched in 2013. The mannequin introduced right here is the third-generation incarnation, which debuted in 2021.
The third-gen Qashqai includes a styling overhaul to associate with its new, bigger physique. The sharp traces of the daring exterior design converge upon Nissan’s emblematic V-Movement grille. The automotive makes use of the most recent CMF-C/D3 platform, which offers improved journey consolation and dealing with.
Trying towards the powertrain, together with extra conventional gasoline engines, the Qashqai can also be out there with Nissan’s proprietary e-Energy series-hybrid system. This method makes use of the engine to energy a generator, the electrical energy from which is distributed to electrical motors that flip the wheels. What’s extra, Nissan’s electric-generating engine is the world’s first mass-produceable variable compression ratio engine. Its glorious thermal effectivity additionally gives nice enhancements in CO₂ emissions.
‘Tekna’ refers back to the mannequin grade. The Tekna gives a wealth of apparatus, with bigger wheels, ambient lighting, and a head-up show included as customary.
World Circuits (New Occasions)
The next new occasions have been added to “World Circuits”:
- Light-weight Okay-Cup: Nürburgring Nordschleife
- Japanese FF Problem 450: Alsace – Take a look at Course
- Race of Turbo Sportscars: Fuji Worldwide Speedway
Gran Turismo Sophy
The following-generation racing AI agent, ‘Gran Turismo Sophy’ is now out there on the next course. Search for the Sophy icon in ‘Fast Race’ and ‘Customized Race’ on every monitor to check your expertise in opposition to Sophy.
Excessive Pace Ring
Scapes
“Lone Pine” has been added as a featured Curation in Scapes.
Model Central: Lexus
Added a brand new base shade “ANEST IWATA Racing 2025” for the ’17 Lexus RC F GT3 on sale within the Lexus Showroom.
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