The popular driving simulator "Gran Turismo SPORT" from Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Today, May 22, 2020, Ver. 1.59 update was released, adding the "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT" to the list of available cars!
In addition, a total of seven rounds have been added to the four GT League race events!
The next generation rotary racing car "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT" has been added!
The newly added car is the "Mazda RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT", a racing car modified from the "RX-VISION" concept car presented by Mazda at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
The RX-VISION was designed to be the most beautiful FR sports car based on Mazda's "KODO - Soul of Motion" theme and while retaining the beauty of the RX-VISION, it is more aggressive as a racing car. The vehicle class is Gr.
The vehicle class is Gr. 3 class, and is equipped with a 4-rotor engine in a lightweight body.
It follows the engine concept of the 787B, which won the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, and combines it with modern SKYACTIVE technology to achieve unprecedented driving performance.
Time Attack Event to Commemorate Mazda's 100th Anniversary!
Since its foundation on January 30, 1920, Mazda has developed innovative technologies such as the rotary engine and SKYACTIVE.
To commemorate Mazda's 100th anniversary in 2020, the "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT" has been added.
In addition to the addition of the "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT", this update also adds a time trial event in Sports Mode using the same car.
The course used is Spa-Francorchamps! As it is a popular course, many drivers are expected to take on the challenge.
At the end of the event, the top three drivers in the world ranking by lap time will be awarded and Mazda will also provide them with a nice commemorative gift!
The event will run from Friday, May 22, 2020 around 3:00 p.m. to Friday, June 5, 2020 at 11:59 p.m., so you can take part right now!
| MAZDA 100th Anniversary RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT Time Trial Challenge | |
| Holding period | Fridady, May 22, 2020 around 15:00 - Friday, June 5, 2020 23:59 *The challenge will begin after the maintenance associated with the patch release is released. |
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| Vehicles to be used | MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT |
| Course to be used | Spa-Francorchamps All cars will be used the same settings and regulations. |
| How to participate | From the top screen of Gran Turismo SPORT, select "Sports > Time Trial". Select the MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT time trial from the list of events currently being held, and make your entry. To participate in this time trial challenge, you will need to agree to the terms and conditions of participation (on the game's rules agreement screen). Please read and agree to the terms and conditions before participating. The Terms of Participation can also be found on the MAZDA 100th Anniversary Special Project page on the Mazda Official Website. |
| Prizes | Awards will be given to the 1st to 3rd places in the world time ranking at the end of the event period. Mazda will also provide a wonderful commemorative gift. |
Reverie Design Contest will also be held! This one ends on June 19.
In addition to the Time Attack event, there will also be a Reverie Design Contest.
The judges will be the Mazda Design Team that created the "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT"!
You can enter the contest by sharing your reverie using the "MAZDA RX-VISION GT3 CONCEPT" in-game, or by tagging "#rxvcontest" in the social posting function of the Gran Turismo SPORT community on Twitter. The contest will be open to the public.
The contest will run until 23:59 on Friday, June 19, 2020. Post your rebelies and help celebrate Mazda's 100th anniversary!
For more information on the updates and event details, please check the official Gran Turismo SPORT website!