Toyota developed its FT-1 Concept for the sixth instalment in the Gran Turismo video game franchise, and rendered it real for audiences at the 2014 Detroit auto show. The FT-1 – “Future Toyota 1” – follows in the broad tire tracks of the Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo concept car revealed at the 2013 Los Angeles auto show in November. Acura also released a virtual demonstration of its coming NSX for Gran Turismo 6, prior to an ever-extending striptease leading up to the car’s on-sale date. A driver-oriented cockpit recalls the designs of recent Ferraris, replete with Ferrari Manettino-style steering wheel controls, and a digital dashboard display. In a debt of gratitude to gamers, the FT-1 will be available for download within Gran Turismo 6 starting 14 January.
Source: BBC Autos
