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The latest news and stories from the world of Gran Turismo

Here is the successor to the LaFerrari

Here's the news on the just-released hypercar from the Italian manufacturer

Here lies the body of the unknown chef

Someone gave his life to lay the foundation for all the amazing food we enjoy today.

Here is my new addiction

I have a new hobby. It's a lot of fun.

We wish you a great summer!

We wish you a great summer, and are very busy with the next season. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

The incredible horror at a motel in Texas

The most unbelievable plumber's story in the world

Why you don't mess with Italian farmers

An explosive story from La Spezia

All you need to know about Italy's history in ten minutes

Have ADHD? Look no further. We have compressed Italy's history to a less than ten minutes read. You will know everything about Italy's history and be much better informed than 95 per cent of your friends.

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The flight safety briefing you have never heard

Don't skip this one

Here is the new Lamborghini logo

Automobili Lamborghini just came out with a logo refresh

Spa-Francorchamps to ban senior drivers in 2025

Are you 55 years or older? Then you might not be able to drive on Spa-Francorchamps.

Was this Ferrari 288 GTO Enzo's apology to Niki Lauda?

The secret deal between Lauda & Ferrari

How it all started: Gran Turismo Polonia

20 years ago - Gran Turismo Events was born.

The true cost of owning a Ferrari

Objects in the mirror can be closer than they appear

Here are the top 60 pictures from the 2023 season

Here are our favourite pictures from the 2023 season.

The astonishing stats from the 2023 season

The total kilometres driven on all road trip events came in at 357 670 kilometres.

Here are our new rental cars for 2024

Out goes 2023 and in comes the 2024 season, and with it a plethora of new supercars available to rent from us.

Merry Christmas from Gran Turismo - Celebrating 20 years in 2024

The next season marks an anniversary for us, we have now been organising events for over 20 years.

Lotus vs Airplane - Who would win?

Back in 2015, we raced a sportscar against an aeroplane on an airstrip in Sweden.

A night in The British Museum

We spent an evening in the most important museum in the world. Here's how it went.

The absolute horror to ride in a Formula One car

That time Peter got brutalised by a Formula One car on Yas Marina circuit

50 000 kilometres in 2023 - Here is the fast fleet of Gran Turismo

We do as we teach. Over 50 000 kilometres with our fleet of supercars in 2023.

No pulse: How Saab Turbo inspired a medical revolution

The human body is fantastic, but it has it's weak points. A team of doctors decided to make it better.

Why we absolutely hate Dolphins

They are some of the meanest and nastiest mammals that have ever existed

Here are the most common reasons for road rage and how to avoid it

Please admit it. There have been times when you have wanted to murder someone next to you in traffic.

Do NOT wear Hawaii shirts at Lamborghini events

How not to dress at an elegant event invited by Lamborghini

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.

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.

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Our favourite roads, hotels, restaurants and places to visit

Hotel Splendid

An excellent hotel at Lago Maggiore. Four-star but feels like five.

Officine Bocelli

Andrea Bocelli's family restaurant and café in the village of Lajatico in Tuscany.

Sofitel Warsaw Victoria

A five star hotel in the centre of Warsaw.

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