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Moza Racing Joins Gran Turismo World Series, Plans PlayStation-Compatible Wheel for GT7
Polyphony Digital has announced that Moza Racing will become an official peripheral partner of the Gran Turismo World Series (GTWS). The deal includes a new steering wheel that will be natively supported in Gran Turismo 7 (GT7) and will run on PlayStation consoles.
Founded in 2012 by automotive engineers and simulation enthusiasts, Moza Racing has built a full ecosystem of direct‑drive wheel bases, steering wheels, force‑feedback pedals, and motion systems. Until now the company’s products have been available only for PC, with a limited foray into Xbox in 2023. The new wheel will be the first Moza device designed for PlayStation.
The partnership was sparked by Gran Turismo producer Kazunori Yamauchi, who first encountered Moza through its camera‑stabilisation gimbals. Yamauchi noted that the same precise motor‑control technology used in gimbals is also employed in steering wheels, which led him to evaluate Moza’s development capabilities. He said he was excited to see a wheel that would be “optimal in the eyes of Gran Turismo.” Moza CEO and founder Chenyong Guan described the partnership as an “exciting milestone” for a company that aims to make professional‑grade sim racing more accessible.
While the announcement does not yet include a release date or technical specifications, it does suggest that the device will be more than a simple compatibility patch, as it is being developed “in collaboration with Gran Turismo.” The wheel will be PlayStation‑compatible and will integrate directly with GT7’s force‑feedback system.
Fanatec, the current official peripheral partner of GTWS, continues to supply the GT DD Pro and GT DD Extreme wheels to the championship. The new Moza wheel introduces a direct competitor to Fanatec’s lineup, potentially giving GTWS competitors a choice of hardware. If the Moza wheel proves successful, it could become a viable option for World Series participants.
Moza’s existing product range includes the R5 Pro and R16 Ultra wheel bases, the SR‑P Lite2 pedals, and the active pedal mBooster. The company’s website lists a full catalog of wheel bases, wheels, and pedals, and the brand is a subsidiary of Gudsen Technology.
Gran Turismo 7, released in 2022 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, is the current platform for the GTWS. The series offers a competitive racing environment for players worldwide and is supported by a dedicated community and live events.
The partnership is expected to culminate in a product reveal, possibly timed with a World Series live event. Until then, fans and competitors can anticipate further details from both Polyphony Digital and Moza Racing.
In summary, Moza Racing’s entry into the Gran Turismo ecosystem marks the first time the company will produce a PlayStation‑compatible steering wheel. The collaboration expands the hardware options available to GTWS participants and introduces competition to Fanatec’s current partnership. The next steps will involve a formal product launch and the integration of the new wheel into GT7’s native support.
Founded in 2012 by automotive engineers and simulation enthusiasts, Moza Racing has built a full ecosystem of direct‑drive wheel bases, steering wheels, force‑feedback pedals, and motion systems. Until now the company’s products have been available only for PC, with a limited foray into Xbox in 2023. The new wheel will be the first Moza device designed for PlayStation.
The partnership was sparked by Gran Turismo producer Kazunori Yamauchi, who first encountered Moza through its camera‑stabilisation gimbals. Yamauchi noted that the same precise motor‑control technology used in gimbals is also employed in steering wheels, which led him to evaluate Moza’s development capabilities. He said he was excited to see a wheel that would be “optimal in the eyes of Gran Turismo.” Moza CEO and founder Chenyong Guan described the partnership as an “exciting milestone” for a company that aims to make professional‑grade sim racing more accessible.
While the announcement does not yet include a release date or technical specifications, it does suggest that the device will be more than a simple compatibility patch, as it is being developed “in collaboration with Gran Turismo.” The wheel will be PlayStation‑compatible and will integrate directly with GT7’s force‑feedback system.
Fanatec, the current official peripheral partner of GTWS, continues to supply the GT DD Pro and GT DD Extreme wheels to the championship. The new Moza wheel introduces a direct competitor to Fanatec’s lineup, potentially giving GTWS competitors a choice of hardware. If the Moza wheel proves successful, it could become a viable option for World Series participants.
Moza’s existing product range includes the R5 Pro and R16 Ultra wheel bases, the SR‑P Lite2 pedals, and the active pedal mBooster. The company’s website lists a full catalog of wheel bases, wheels, and pedals, and the brand is a subsidiary of Gudsen Technology.
Gran Turismo 7, released in 2022 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, is the current platform for the GTWS. The series offers a competitive racing environment for players worldwide and is supported by a dedicated community and live events.
The partnership is expected to culminate in a product reveal, possibly timed with a World Series live event. Until then, fans and competitors can anticipate further details from both Polyphony Digital and Moza Racing.
In summary, Moza Racing’s entry into the Gran Turismo ecosystem marks the first time the company will produce a PlayStation‑compatible steering wheel. The collaboration expands the hardware options available to GTWS participants and introduces competition to Fanatec’s current partnership. The next steps will involve a formal product launch and the integration of the new wheel into GT7’s native support.
