The new partnership with Gran Turismo kicked off with Round 2 of the 2025 Gran Turismo World Series in Berlin, where DUNLOP will serve as the official tire supplier. In addition, players of Gran Turismo 7 can expect to see the brand featured in future updates, bringing even more real-world motorsport elements into the game.

Official Statements

Hiroshi Hamada, Senior Executive Officer at Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.:

“We at DUNLOP are truly honoured to be part of Gran Turismo, a title that continues to captivate motorsports fans around the world. Gran Turismo is pioneering new possibilities in motorsports by bridging the real and virtual worlds. Its outstanding technological capabilities, passion, and meticulous attention to detail deeply resonate with our own manufacturing philosophy, and we see great value in this partnership.

“For over a century, DUNLOP has been actively involved in motorsports, building a strong track record across racing scenes worldwide. By combining our accumulated experience with cutting-edge simulation technologies, we are driving the development of high-performance and sustainable tyres. Through this partnership, we aim to further enhance the value of the DUNLOP brand and contribute to the future of motorsports.”

Kazunori Yamauchi, Gran Turismo Series Producer:

“We are very excited to welcome DUNLOP to the Gran Turismo family. As a company with a significant legacy in automotive and motorsport history, DUNLOP continues to demonstrate innovation and competitiveness in the industry. We look forward to a productive collaboration to engage a new generation of enthusiasts with racing and DUNLOP tyres through the Gran Turismo World Series and franchise.”

DUNLOP Named Official Tire Partner of Gran Turismo World Series and Gran Turismo 7

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