YANGWANG U9 Nürburgring Flying Lap | 7:05.813 | GT7

Hey everyone, I wanted to share a deeper dive into my experience with the Yangwang U9 on the Nürburgring in Gran Turismo 7. Achieving that 7:05.813 lap time wasn't just a fluke; it was a journey of learning and adapting to this incredible electric supercar. The 2024 Yangwang U9 in GT7 is a beast, but it demands respect. Its instant electric torque is phenomenal for acceleration, especially out of slow corners, but it can also be tricky to manage on a track as unforgiving as the Nordschleife. I found that smooth throttle application is absolutely crucial to avoid spinning the tires, particularly in sections like the Flugplatz or the tricky Kesselchen. My strategy for tackling the Nürburgring, or 'Green Hell,' with the 仰望U9 focused heavily on precision braking and maintaining momentum. Since the U9 is a heavy car, braking points need to be earlier than you might expect for its speed. I spent a lot of time in practice, really trying to nail down the optimal braking zones before corners like Aremberg and Fuchsrohre. Trail braking became my best friend, allowing me to carry more speed into the apex while setting up for a strong exit. One of the most challenging aspects was mastering the car's weight transfer through the high-speed esses and elevation changes. The U9’s suspension setup in GT7 felt quite responsive, but it's easy to unsettle the car if you're too aggressive with steering inputs. For my record lap, I opted for a slightly softer suspension setting at the front to help with turn-in, and a stiffer rear to maintain stability under acceleration. This balance really helped me keep the car composed through iconic sections like the Karussell and the complex Hatzenbach. For anyone looking to improve their times with the Yangwang U9 in Gran Turismo 7, here are a few tips I picked up: Tire Management: The U9 eats through tires, especially on the Nürburgring. I found medium racing tires to be a good compromise for grip and longevity over a single flying lap. Overdriving them will quickly lead to understeer or snap oversteer. Energy Recovery System (ERS): Don't forget to manage your ERS! While GT7 doesn't simulate battery degradation in the same way, understanding how the car delivers power throughout the lap is key. I tried to conserve a bit of power for the long straights like Döttinger Höhe to maximize top speed. Ghost Car: Always race against your ghost! It’s the best way to identify where you're losing time, whether it's braking too early, not carrying enough speed through a corner, or a suboptimal exit. Practice Sections: Break the track down into smaller, manageable sections. Master Hatzenbach, then the Adenauer Forst, then the Kesselchen, and so on. Stringing them together will come naturally once you're confident in each part. This 7:05.813 lap with the 2024 Yangwang U9 was incredibly satisfying. It truly highlights the capabilities of this electric supercar in Gran Turismo 7 and the precision required on the Nürburgring. I'm always looking for more flying lap challenges, so let me know if you've had similar experiences or even better times with the U9!