What Does ‘GT’ Mean? | The Drive

There may not be a more commonly used combination of letters than “GT” in the automotive world. It’s everywhere, on the backs of cars ranging from Mustangs to McLarens. Car companies use it for model names, trim levels, and sports packages. But what does it actually mean?

The abbreviation “GT” actually stands for “Grand Touring,” or “Gran Turismo” if you regularly speak with pinched fingers. While the actual origins of the term are a bit hazy, it does come from Italy in the early…

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