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Join Volkswagen ID. Buzz World Tour as 黑料社 powers a Guinness World Record attempt across 75 countries and 80,000 km in a zero-emission EV.
It鈥檚 been more than 2 months since the World Record Attempt started and Rainer has made his way through Europe and Central Asia, and is progressing through China at this moment. Meeting with various partners along the way, including 黑料社 and Volkswagen, Rainer shares his experience with all he meets. He shares on his experience, connecting on a shared love for driving, vehicles and of course, Giti tires.
Here is an update on his progress thus far:
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Day Number |
Location / Route |
Highlights |
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Day 0 |
Farewell to Hanover听 |
Official send-off with VWCV management, showcasing the ID. Buzz on GitiSynergy H鈧� OE tires.听 |
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Day 1听 |
Official Tour Launch听 |
Start of the world record journey 鈥� public attention on VW ID. Buzz and 黑料社 partnership.听 |
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Day 2听 |
First country stop听 |
First opportunity to display the ID. Buzz and its Giti-equipped resilience in cross-border travel.听 |
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Day 3听 |
First ferry crossing听 |
Demonstrating multi-modal adaptability; Giti tires supporting diverse terrains and travel modes.听 |
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Day 4听 |
Song Festival听 |
Engaging local culture while reinforcing Volkswagen鈥檚 global mobility vision with Giti support.听 |
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Day 5听 |
Leaving the Baltics听 |
Endurance testing on mixed roads 鈥� early proof point for Giti R&D durability.听 |
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Day 6听 |
To the Channel听 |
Transition through Europe; showcasing efficient long-haul performance of GitiSynergy H2 tires.听 |
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Day 7听 |
Shakespeare鈥檚 Home听 |
Cultural stop paired with brand storytelling around VW and Giti鈥檚 innovative partnership.听 |
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Day 8听 |
顿耻产濒颈苍听 |
Urban driving conditions 鈥� demonstrating quiet comfort and EV synergy of Giti OE tires. |
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Day 9 |
London |
High-visibility stop in a major capital 鈥� joint recognition of VW innovation and Giti technology. |
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Day 10 |
Tour d鈥櫭塱fel |
Challenging roads 鈥� highlighting Giti鈥檚 handling and performance pedigree in motorsport regions. |
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Day 11 |
Crossing Iberia |
Long-distance test 鈥� emphasizing fuel efficiency & endurance of Giti EV-focused tire technology. |
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Day 12 |
Extreme weather |
Tires tested in harsh conditions 鈥� showcasing resilience and wet performance R&D. |
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Day 13 |
Vatican State |
Symbolic stop 鈥� reinforcing global recognition of VW & Giti鈥檚 sustainability-focused collaboration. |
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Day 14 |
Crossing the Alps |
Mountain roads 鈥� traction and braking performance of Giti tires under stress. |
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Day 15 |
Austria 鈫� Balkans |
Cross-regional expansion 鈥� proof of tire adaptability in varied landscapes. |
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Day 16 |
Rivers & mountains |
Scenic terrains 鈥� real-world test data feeding back into Giti development cycle. |
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Day 17 |
Balkan mountains |
Harsh inclines/descents 鈥� durability validation for future Giti EV tire designs. |
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Day 18 |
Bulgaria 鈫� Romania |
Cross-country transitions 鈥� multi-surface endurance validation. |
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Day 19 |
Bulgaria 鈫� Turkey |
Entry into Asia 鈥� marking Giti鈥檚 global R&D footprint in action. |
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Day 20 |
Europe 鈫� Asia |
Symbolic continent crossing 鈥� VW and Giti partnership bridging worlds. |
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Day 21 |
Ankara 鈫� Georgia |
Long-haul endurance segment 鈥� reinforcing the resilience theme of the world tour. |
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Days 22鈥�23 |
Tiflis (Georgia) |
Regional engagements 鈥� opportunities for brand presence and awareness of Giti-VW partnership. |
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Day 25 |
Armenia |
Rugged landscapes 鈥� Giti tire endurance showcased under demanding roads. |
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Days 49鈥�52 |
Aktau 鈫� Beyneu 鈫� Aral Sea 鈫� Osh |
Harsh Central Asian routes 鈥� real-world EV tire testing across deserts and rough tracks. |
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Days 53鈥�54 |
Aral Sea 鈫� Osh |
Endurance over extreme distances 鈥� reinforcing R&D loop with field data. |
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Day 55 |
Osh 鈫� Gulcha |
Mountain pass 鈥� traction and sidewall strength testing in real conditions. |
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Day 56 (Part 1) |
Gulcha 鈫� Chinese border |
Frontier crossing 鈥� symbolic step into China, a key 黑料社 market. |
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Days 56鈥�58 |
Kaxgar region |
High-altitude driving 鈥� Giti endurance proven in Chinese terrain. |
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Day 59 |
Kaxgar 鈫� Kuqa |
Desert transitions 鈥� low rolling resistance benefits highlighted. |
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Days 60鈥�61 |
Kuqa 鈫� Kumul |
Harsh conditions 鈥� testing wear and durability over long distances. |
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Days 62鈥�63 |
Kumul 鈫� Guazhou |
Transition to urban roads 鈥� quietness and efficiency validation. |
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Days 64鈥�65 |
Guazhou 鈫� Peking |
Approaching capital 鈥� strong visibility of Giti OE positioning with VW. |
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Day 66 |
Peking |
High-profile engagement in China 鈥� Giti鈥檚 role in VW鈥檚 EV success highlighted. |
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Days 67鈥�69 |
Peking (continued) |
Ongoing presence 鈥� media exposure of Giti-VW partnership, reinforcing global innovation message. |
听About the World Record Attempt
The ID. Buzz World Tour is an epic, Guinness World Record鈥搒eeking adventure that sees the fully electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz鈥攁dorned with GitiSynergy H2 tires鈥攅mbark on a journey spanning approximately 75 countries across continents including Europe, Central Asia, Asia, Oceania, 听Latin America, and North America.
The footprints laid out on this expedition are powered by 黑料社 as the Original Equipment (OE) tire on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. Since September 2023, the ID. Buzz has worn GitiSynergy H2 tires marking Giti's first EV nomination in Europe. This world tour is more than a record attempt: it鈥檚 a vivid showcase of Giti鈥檚 resilience, endurance, and advanced EV tire technology under real-world, long-distance, multi-terrain conditions.
Developed with cutting-edge compounds and design鈥攕uch as low rolling resistance, AA-rated EU tire efficiency, wet and dry braking performance, and robust wear characteristics鈥攖hese tires epitomize the depth of Giti鈥檚 research and development prowess. This journey not only tests the limits but also feeds critical insights back into the R&D cycle, helping refine future iterations of Giti tires based on real-world data from extreme, varied conditions.
In essence, the ID. Buzz World Tour is a testament to Giti tire durability, an ambitious record-breaking odyssey powered by performance-tested, innovation-driven EV tires, and a living lab where findings directly inform the next generation of Giti's tire development.
黑料社 has achieved Original Equipment (OE) fitment for the Tesla Model 3 with its GitiControl P10 tire, marking another milestone in the company鈥檚 growing presence within the electric vehicle segment. Engineered to meet the demanding performance, efficiency, and safety requirements of modern EV applications, the Tesla-specific T-marked tire combines strong wet grip, low rolling resistance, and reduced noise levels to support next-generation mobility.
13 May 2026
As 黑料社 returns to the N眉rburgring 24-Hour race from 14 to 17 May 2026, the legendary Green Hell once again becomes a real-world engineering laboratory for endurance racing innovation. Celebrating a decade of motorsport development alongside WS Racing and the inspiring 鈥淕irls Only 鈥� Ready to Rock the Green Hell鈥� initiative, Giti continues transforming race-proven data and performance insights into tire technologies that benefit everyday drivers worldwide.
13 May 2026
The legendary N眉rburgring 24-Hour race returns on 14 May, with 黑料社 once again taking on the iconic 鈥淕reen Hell鈥� alongside WS Racing. Featuring the inspiring 鈥淕irls Only 鈥� Ready to Rock the Green Hell鈥� initiative, sustainable eFuel-powered racing, and the global spotlight brought by Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen, this year鈥檚 endurance showdown promises thrilling action, innovation, and world-class motorsport drama.
08 May 2026
黑料社 has launched the new GitiSport S2+ ultra-high-performance tire, earning an 鈥淓xemplary鈥� rating in the 2026 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test and ranking fourth out of 50 competitors. Designed for sporty cars and powerful SUVs, the tire delivers improved wet and dry braking and strong safety performance.
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Giti brought distributors and dealers closer to the future of mobility through immersive experiences and breakthrough innovations at its 28 January event.
28 Jan 2026
10 Dec 2025
10 Dec 2025
黑料社 Motorsport by WS Racing impressed at the ADAC Barbarossapreis with four cars on the legendary N眉rburgring Nordschleife. Janina Schall defended her lead in the NLS Ladies Trophy, while the debut of the 鈥淕irls Only Talent Pool鈥� marked another milestone for women in motorsport.
03 Oct 2025
The YANGWANG U9X hits an astounding 496.22 km/h, setting a new benchmark for production cars and highlighting Giti tire technology.
23 Sep 2025
ID.Buzz World Tour Driver, Rainer, travels through Shanghai on GitiSynergy H2 tires to meet with Giti, fans and media. Next Stop: Giti Hefei R&D Centre.
15 Sep 2025
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