The Gran Turismo World Series (GTWS) 2025 – Manufacturers Cup Online Qualifiers are kicking off from Wednesday, April 2 to Saturday, April 19, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most competitive online events in the series yet.
What Are the Online Qualifiers?
The Manufacturers Cup is one of the flagship events of the GTWS, and the Online Qualifiers are the gateway to the Live Events. Players from across three regions will battle it out over six championship-style rounds, driving Gr.3 cars at some of the most iconic circuits in GT7. At the end of the qualifiers, the top-ranked GT1 League drivers from each region will secure a place on the grid representing their chosen manufacturer in the next phase of the World Series.
Entry Slots and Race Access
Each round includes multiple entry slots to accommodate time zones and schedules. You can enter up to 15 minutes before each race’s start time.
GT1 League (BST):
• Slot 1: 18:00
• Slot 2: 20:00
• Slot 3: 22:00
GT2 & GT3 Leagues (BST):
• Morning: 9:00 to 13:00 (Slots 1–5)
• Evening: 18:00 to 22:00 (Slots 6–10)
Remember, only your last race of the round counts for points, so choose your slot and timing wisely.
Points Ranking Rewards
In-game credit rewards will be given based on your final placement in the rankings. For example, GT1 League players finishing in the top five percent regionally will receive 5,000,000 credits. Additional credit rewards are available based on manufacturer performance and local area rankings, with lower but still valuable rewards given to those who place within the top 25 or 75 percent. GT2 and GT3 League players will earn similar rewards on a slightly smaller scale. These will be distributed at the end of the season and can be claimed within Sport Mode.
Race Schedule and Tracks
Full race details and slot times are available on the official Gran Turismo site: GTWS 2025 Championship Page
Final Thoughts
While everything looks well-structured on paper, the recent Balance of Performance (BoP) changes have completely shaken up the competitive landscape. Some cars that dominated last season may no longer be viable, while underdogs could suddenly become top-tier choices. Because of this, we really don’t know what to expect going into the qualifiers. With uncertainty in the air and everything on the line, the 2025 Manufacturers Cup qualifiers are wide open.
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