Weekly Challenge Discussion Thread

[jesse100190]

had a couple of mistake at Daytona went to fuel map 6 to make it to half way to pit to make it to the end.
the evo lancer did a good job at Nürburgring gp i picked it due to its fast acceleration off the starting line.
had a clean race bonus from the world rally and Japan races.
won a part for the Alphard and a zonda from the car ticket.

 

[Fuzzi0n]

Mixed week really, some were good fun at least. FR Challenge is quite easy and fun as it gets dark, at least cars of that speed suit the layout. Wasn't so keen on the Kangoo one make again due to the AI having tuned vans but they're on CS, there's no way to catch up with a stock van and the other one I have is fully tuned which meant I won by over 50 seconds. World Rally Challenge I really enjoyed because I love driving the Gr.B cars on tarmac, loved that it got dark too but I wish it was a longer race. I really didn't enjoy WTC 600 as it's one of the worst examples of the chase the rabbit stuff where one or two cars are insanely fast and the rest just slam on the brakes mid corner to slow you down as much as possible. It's also a bad example of how much the field can vary in pace, I tried a few times in either stock or lightly tuned road cars and wasn't able to win, even on a good run the AI was running low 2:10 for the last two laps. Would've needed to run under 2:08 every lap to win against the fastest field which I don't see being possible in something close to stock. As usual I switched to a quicker car and got a slow field so I ended up winning quite easily which was slightly disappointing. Daytona was good fun though, nice that it runs into the evening and it was the perfect chance to use the Genesis VGT Gr.1, that car is stupidly fast on the straights which made it a reasonably easy win, even if the 908 was running 1:29 laps towards the end. Just ran map 1 and RM/RM without too much trouble, although that car does have excessive tyre wear.

This weeks cars:

 

[ElectricNaz]

Daytona was fun!!!

2 stopped it, pitted end of lap 4 including tires (needed to short shift a bit to get it to lap 4), and then again end of lap 7 for fuel only.

Overtook the leader on the last lap, won by 0.6s (using the Peugeot 908)

 

[symustafa1996]

Decent set of races this week. Especially enjoyed the last three races, might give them another go.

Went for a stock Sileighty for the first race. Handles well, and its fun to drive at this track. This track has been growing on me a lot since its appearance in the Civic special event a couple weeks ago. Custom races here can be exhilarating.

I bought a brand new Kangoo for this race, because my other one is maxed out with modifications. I wanted to make this race interesting, and a new one wasn't expensive. All I did to it was sports brakes and pads, sport suspension, SH tires and the wing. It's a really meh car overall to drive, but I like that its in the game.

Chose the Impreza Gr.B for this race, and surprisingly its a bit of a rocket that can be challenging to drive at speed. The constant changing track altitude makes it extra squirrelly, and I love it. Maybe I'll try one of the Group B cars next.

Wanted to drive an older car for this one instead of another boring supercar. The Alpine is such a good car, especially for the price. Considering how the other 60s race car cost millions, this thing must be the best value if you want a fast, efficient race car that's not a sterile modern car. Highly recommend trying this race with this car.

Daytona was great. I haven't driven the 962 C in a while and forgot how insane it can be at full tilt. Maybe its because I lowered the aero a bit but if you don't have precise control its easy to spin out. Stayed at FM1 until I got to first, then pitted after lap 4, and went FM5 the rest of the race. Just one set of RM tires too.

Got a Stroke S part for an '04 Impreza STi, yay. Also got 5k credits for my daily ticket. Yay. But really happy with my six star car, got the Ford GT LM Test car which I have yet to own. Excited to try it in some Gr.3 races.

 

[JK_GT]

Finally we got a Kangoo one make race... Oh, wait.

 

[CTRL Garage]

Daytona was fun!!!

2 stopped it, pitted end of lap 4 including tires (needed to short shift a bit to get it to lap 4), and then again end of lap 7 for fuel only.

Overtook the leader on the last lap, won by 0.6s (using the Peugeot 908)

Yeah the 908 works well here, I did a one stop pitting on lap 6 for fuel and tyres, did FM6 and RM tyres all race long.

Spoiler: Video of a second race I did with setup

 

[ElectricNaz]

I love the world rally event that isn't limited to Gr. B cars 😂😂

Oh their faces when I showed up in my 911 and whipped out the rule book 😎

 

[smoothbore12]

Yeah the 908 works well here, I did a one stop pitting on lap 6 for fuel and tyres, did FM6 and RM tyres all race long.
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[skydragon49]

I love the world rally event that isn't limited to Gr. B cars 😂😂

Oh their faces when I showed up in my 911 and whipped out the rule book 😎

I know the feeling! Some time ago I completed it with a VW Bug (engine swapped) 😅

 

[smoothbore12]

I know the feeling! Some time ago I completed it with a VW Bug (engine swapped) 😅

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tell me am wrong now.....

 

[MIE1992]

This is the discussion thread for an article on GTPlanet:

Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges: Man With a Van​

A final set of Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges for April 2025 is becoming available to players around the world as local clocks tick into Friday morning, as five new races rotate into this special bonus mode...

When it comes to the weekly challenges, I usually stick to doing events I haven’t completed yet, but this Kangoo one-make sounds like it could be real fun, especially given that the car itself is very affordable. I already had one that I was planning to leave as-stock, but now I’ll likely get a second to modify. (Though I don’t think I’ll invest too many credits into engine tuning, in case it gets an engine swap. I especially imagine the SR20DET would be very appropriate!)

 

[CTRL Garage]

When it comes to the weekly challenges, I usually stick to doing events I haven’t completed yet, but this Kangoo one-make sounds like it could be real fun, especially given that the car itself is very affordable. I already had one that I was planning to leave as-stock, but now I’ll likely get a second to modify. (Though I don’t think I’ll invest too many credits into engine tuning, in case it gets an engine swap. I especially imagine the SR20DET would be very appropriate!)

Just so you’re aware a fully upgraded Kangoo is overkill for this race and a kangoo with only mods from sports upgrades isn’t fast enough

 

[NevilleNobody]

The Kangoo race is surprisingly fun, I had racing hards on mine so it just flew around the track. The final challenge is a miserable experience, lordy I hate that Daytona track, no idea why but I cannot get on the exits there at all, i find them so slippery and the AI cars FIRE out of corners like they are on rails, i tis such an annoying experience.

There's too many kooky tacks in these weekly challenges, would like to see more straight up regular tracks.

 

[RACECAR]

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Its about that time.

Japanese FR Challenge 450: Lexus LC 500. Been abit but once again, stock setup with Racing hards. Easy come, Easy go.
World Rally Challenge: Honda NSX GR.B. Had no idea I could've used a Detuned GR.3 car prior but still won so whateves.
World Touring Car 600: Honda Civic Type R Touring car. Didn't say I couldn't use it, that and its funny just whipping by Porsches and Astons in this.
Gr.1 Prototype Series: Toyota TS050. Got this from a Ticket recently and figured I might as well use it. Didn't even have to fuel save to reach lap 6 before pitting so this seems slightly OP as a choice for this race.
Renault Kangoo One-Make: Given the short nature of the track, Not even the horsepower advantage of the AI was enough to stop me. In reality (depending the state of your kangoo), you only need to brake in 5 of the 11 corners as most can just be done with a slight lift off the throttle.

 

[coryclifford]

Kangoo, SH tire, Sport suspension, medium turbo, sport air filter and muffler. Worked. 4th gear is a bit long but still, worked.

 

[2cam16]

Decent week.
Daytona was weird. I used the Mazda VGT a year ago and pretty handily won it. Decided to use the same car but I guess after all the updates it kinda nerfed my set-up. I was slipping and sliding in corners. Really weird. Nevertheless I was able to wrangle it. Took the lead on the 8th lap after I pitted and Mikhail pitted. Then I ran out of fuel after the last turn but won by 7 seconds.
Seen here after I piroutted in one of the turns.
Daytona Road Course_ (6) by 2cam16, on Flickr
WTC600 in one of my go-to 600's, stock Lexus LC on RH. It was a good race as on lap 4, the green Lambo started rubber-banding and set the FL. Had to step it up and I set the FL on the final and won by around 5 seconds or so.
Nürburgring GP_ (5) by 2cam16, on Flickr
Alsace was easily won in the Gr. B Dirtfish Subie.
Alsace - Village_ (4) by 2cam16, on Flickr
I just used my swapped Hi Ace for Tokyo and obliterated all by a mile. lol
Tokyo Expressway - Central Clockwise_ (6) by 2cam16, on Flickr
The Kangoo race was too easy in my 107hp on SS. I might retry it after powering it down a bit.
Brands Hatch Grand Prix Circuit_ (10) by 2cam16, on Flickr
Got the Mazda RX Vision with the ticket. Haven't owned this car yet so a keeper.

 

[GTvsForza]

The WTC race gave me a struggle, but finally got it.

• Japanese FR Challenge - GR86 🔰
• Kangoo One-Make - 🚫
• WRC - Impreza Rally Car 🔰
• WTC600 - FT-1 🚫
• Gr 1 Prototypes - Genesis X Gran Racer 🚫

Rewards:

• ECU for AMG GT Black Series from 4⭐️ daily
• Titanium Rods for GT '17 from 6⭐️ Part
• Aston Martin One-77 from 6⭐️ Car

 

[jrbabbitt]

Good morning race fans....today I bring the results of my weekly races and the prerequisite photos...
Gr.1 Prototype at Daytona 🚫
With a proper tune and RH tyres and running at FM6 I won this easy with one pitstop on lap 8 for fuel only. Passing my teammate on turn 3.

WTC600 at Nurburgring 🚫
Was in my new Shelby Daytona and removed the SC to get PP down to 600 for an easy win. AI tends to park on the apex only when you are close behind...

World Rally at Alsace Village🔰
Stayed in the Daytona and reinstalled the SC.

Kangoo at Brands Hatch🔰

Japanese FF at Tokyo🔰
With a tuned Toyota 2000GT.

 

[Vitesh Patel]

The Daytona event is one of my favourites in the game.

I really hope GT Sophy comes to Daytona soon, would love to run longer races ✨

 

[Akers]

Some tricky challenges this week, but after a few attempts, wins were achieved across the board on hard difficulty…

Japanese FR Challenge 450: Toyota 2000GT, just Aero and SS tyres added, for a relatively easy win. @PD it’s been fun, but can we have a different track next week please?
Renault Kangoo One-Make: Kangoo (obvs) stand CM tyres, but some other upgrades. Uneventful.
World Rally Challenge: Ford Focus Gr.B RS tyres. Not a track I race often, but I do enjoy it. Initially tried with homebrew Rally Specials, firth with the Lancia Delta Integrale, then the Ford Focus RS, but nether could get the job done in my hands. Tried again with the Audi Quattro, but failed to win. The Focus finally getting it done.
World Touring Car 600: Porsche Cayman Gr4 road car, stock but for SS tyres and power restrictor and weight reduction. The WTC600 races can be tough, but I can rely on the Cayman.
Gr.1 Prototype Series: Hyundai N2025 VGT, RM tyres. I’m not really into the high performance race cars and events. Tried with the Mazda LM55 Gr.1, but couldn’t keep up. Swapped to the Hyundai, without realising it wasn’t a GR.1. I’m not normally a fan of EV’s but this one’s decent. Plenty of power to keep up, but did require some power management to 1-stop for a reasonably straight forward win.

Parts Roulette netted me a set of Carbon brakes for a Mazda MX5, which I’ll never use. Why can’t we sell unwanted parts?!?
Car Roulette gave me the Tomahawk VGT X in prototype carbon. Not a car I’d buy, so nice receive it as a gift, enroute to collecting them all.

 

[A1an]

My Weekly Challenges, All new cars for me except the Tomahawk and Kangoo, Rewards from the tickets.

 

[Greycap]

BLEEP that BLEEPing BLEEP they call Daytona. Lost the CRB somewhere, no idea where as there were no hits anywhere, probably exited the chicane a BLEEPing half a hair width too wide. If it's BLEEPing tarmac it should be track. No penalties though.

And then there's this. Why the BLEEP do I have to put up with an AI on a whole different second than others?

 

[RACECAR]

 

[2cam16]

Had some fun with the Kangoo race on a second look. This time I bought a new one and just modded it to 95hp and aero/SS. Nice close race and won only on the last lap by less than two seconds.

 

[SSfox]

The ticket of the week gave me Peugeot VGT

I didn't even bothered try the car since it doesn't have interior model. The second car after the Aston Martin VGT so far i encountered that isn't fully modeled.

 

[Wilsonson]

I had quite some troubles at Daytona.

I always do all WTC 700, 800, 900 and Gr. 1 Prototype Series races with their respective cars (Gr. 4 through 1) only. For a challenge but also to force me to become a better driver.

This was my progression at Daytona. I more or less randomly chose the GR010 first. Then the Peugeot because it fared well in my first race and finally the R92CP which I like anyways. I was hesitant first because it's a group C and not a prototype but since this race features it and even VGTs I thought it was fair game.

I would have won if I had not gone way wide through turn 2 (or is it 4 if we count the little chicane?) one time and lost 5 seconds.

At least I was rewarded with a Veneno which I already owned and sold for roughly 2.3 million.

 

[jrbabbitt]

I had quite some troubles at Daytona.

I always do all WTC 700, 800, 900 and Gr. 1 Prototype Series races with their respective cars (Gr. 4 through 1) only. For a challenge but also to force me to become a better driver.

This was my progression at Daytona. I more or less randomly chose the GR010 first. Then the Peugeot because it fared well in my first race and finally the R92CP which I like anyways. I was hesitant first because it's a group C and not a prototype but since this race features it and even VGTs I thought it was fair game.

have you tried the fuel-saving method? i used the Toyota GR010 tuned it up and put RH tyres on it and as race started i pushed my fuel management to FM6 and wound up pitting around laps 7-8 (depending if i catch slipstream) and all i do is fuel up to complete the remaining laps, my tyres are still good for the race so no change on tyres and i was winning in 20+ seconds of P2

 

[Wilsonson]

I had won already before (in the SF I believe), therefore I won't go back now. But thanks for the tip.

 

[coryclifford]

Okay, not bragging but…
Daytona has always been a problem for me. I can get around just fine but I swear the computer throws some tricks.

Buddy said, Mazda LM55 GR. 1
Nope.
So I slapped the medium turbo on it, used a couple fuel map actions here and there, short shifts a bit. Pit stop once.

Finally, after all these years.
I play on Hard level, and etc.

/brag mode off

 

[Draggon]

Okay, not bragging but…
Daytona has always been a problem for me. I can get around just fine but I swear the computer throws some tricks.

Buddy said, Mazda LM55 GR. 1
Nope.
So I slapped the medium turbo on it, used a couple fuel map actions here and there, short shifts a bit. Pit stop once.

Finally, after all these years.
I play on Hard level, and etc.

/brag mode off

That LM55 is pretty awesome, my go-to car for this event and Grand Valley.