GTSA Times

In our new instalment of Meet The Team, we get introduced to a team that has been competing in many facets of the Sim Racing scene for a number of years, and recently decided to find some solace in Gran Turismo 7. We introduce the Sim Associated Motorsport team. Sim Associated Motorsport (SAM) , also known as  SA Motorsport Racing Team , was born in 2019 from the shared passion of a dedicated group of sim racing enthusiasts.  This dynamic team has rapidly carved out a niche in the competitive world of sim racing, showcasing their prowess across a variety of racing titles. Recently, SAM has made significant strides in the  Gran Turismo 7  and  Gran Turismo South Africa  arenas, further solidifying their reputation. From its humble beginnings, SAM has grown exponentially, now boasting a roster of  28 talented members .  These drivers are not just names on a list; they are well-known figures in the sim racing community, celebrated for their exception...

  The Gran Turismo South Africa (GTSA) season is reaching its thrilling climax as the final races are being run. Last night, the GTSA Wild Card race took place, featuring the best seven drivers from both the Nations and Manufacturers leagues.  These elite racers battled it out to determine the top five who would gain entry to the Showdown Finale next week. Race 1  was a short sprint in the Mazda MX-5 Touring Car around the infamous Tsukuba circuit in Japan. With the added challenge of unpredictable weather, drivers had to navigate the track and traffic with style and grace.  Those who qualified at the front had a clear advantage, while others fought fiercely in the mid-pack. In the end,   SeriousSam_ZA   emerged victorious, with   D-man371D-man   and   CAV-R_Hollywood   rounding off the podium in second and third place, respectively. Race 2  saw drivers taking on Sardegna Track C in a choice of GR.4 monsters.  This fast-paced a...

  BREAKING: Gran Turismo Fans Rejoice! After Years of Frustration, a Game-Changing Solution Has Arrived! Kazunori Yamauchi's Oversight Finally Addressed! For far too long, Gran Turismo enthusiasts have been plagued by a glaring issue: the inability to track their Driver and Safety ratings, or compare themselves to fellow drivers in their region. Despite countless pleas, the iconic racing series' creator, Kazunori Yamauchi, has left this crucial feature in the dust. But Today Marks a New Era! A brilliant enthusiast has taken matters into their own hands, unveiling  dg-edge.com/   - a revolutionary system that brings transparency and competition to Gran Turismo 7! This isn't just a patch; it's a full-throttle solution. The Wait is Over! Say goodbye to the dark ages of stats tracking. dg-edge.com/  is LIVE, and accessible NOW through the Gran Turismo South Africa Website. Dive into the SPORT MODE section and discover your standing - locally and globally! Get Ready ...

  In our latest instalment of the Meet the Team series, we would like to introduce you to a team that does not say much, because most of their talking is done on track. The 9 Boys racing team, active from 2019 to 2023, was a group of sim-racers who bonded over their shared passion for racing and camaraderie.  They aimed to create a family-like environment where members could support each other and grow their skills together.  This team participated in various competitions, including Gran Turismo South Africa, which is a prominent sim-racing league in the region. Their primary goals were to have fun and improve their racing talents. By competing in events like Gran Turismo South Africa, they were able to challenge themselves, learn from each other, and enhance their abilities in a supportive and enjoyable setting. As of 2024, the team had rebranded, remaining with the same driver roster, as well as core values within the team, but a refocus of drivers obligations to h...

  This past Thursday saw the final race of the Gran Turismo Nations League season and saw an end to the full general season for both leagues, including the Manufacturers League. As such, we are scheduled to witness the Wildcard showdown of which 7 drivers from each respective league will battle against each other to make the final group of 5 drivers to join the other top 5 drivers of each league in the Showdown Finale! BUT!?!?!?! There has been no announcement of final points, track details and settings, and drivers announced who will be taking part in this race. . . Chatting with the admins, they've said, "We have the drivers right where we want them. They're waiting in anticipation, and thats bound to get them anxious and excited to see the results of the season." Maybe this is some smart form of marketing, or a crude joke by the GTSA Admins, one thing is for sure, there has been alot of calls by the community waiting on the results, and trying to speculate who is t...

  The Final Showdown: Gran Turismo South Africa Drivers Face Tokyo’s Ultimate Challenge! In a dramatic climax to the season, the Gran Turismo South Africa drivers took on the  Tokyo Expressway  in the Nation Cup Final last night. The streets were alive with the roar of engines and the flash of headlights as drivers navigated the  treacherous weather conditions  in their sleek Redbull X2014 Junior cars. The high-speed circuit, notorious for its  twists and turns , became a battlefield. Some drivers emerged victorious, while others were left  battered and bruised  from relentless contact with the walls. The dizzying speeds and sharp maneuvers left many grappling with  vertigo , a testament to the sheer intensity of the race. This electrifying event was a stark contrast to the  lawn mowing  spectacle at Goodwood Circuit by their Manufacturers league counterparts just a week earlier. The Tokyo Expressway race was a thrilling end to a se...