Giti Tire Powers Volkswagen ID. Buzz in Historic Guinness World Record EV Tour

Join Volkswagen ID. Buzz World Tour as Giti Tire powers a Guinness World Record attempt across 75 countries and 80,000 km in a zero-emission EV.

It’s 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 Giti Tire 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:

Day Number	Location / Route	Highlights
Day 0	Farewell to Hanover	Official send-off with VWCV management, showcasing the ID. Buzz on GitiSynergy H₂ OE tires.
Day 1	Official Tour Launch	Start of the world record journey – public attention on VW ID. Buzz and Giti Tire partnership.
Day 2	First country stop	First opportunity to display the ID. Buzz and its Giti-equipped resilience in cross-border travel.
Day 3	First ferry crossing	Demonstrating multi-modal adaptability; Giti tires supporting diverse terrains and travel modes.
Day 4	Song Festival	Engaging local culture while reinforcing Volkswagen’s global mobility vision with Giti support.
Day 5	Leaving the Baltics	Endurance testing on mixed roads – early proof point for Giti R&D durability.
Day 6	To the Channel	Transition through Europe; showcasing efficient long-haul performance of GitiSynergy H2 tires.
Day 7	Shakespeare’s Home	Cultural stop paired with brand storytelling around VW and Giti’s innovative partnership.
Day 8	Dublin	Urban driving conditions – demonstrating quiet comfort and EV synergy of Giti OE tires.
Day 9	London	High-visibility stop in a major capital – joint recognition of VW innovation and Giti technology.
Day 10	Tour d’Éifel	Challenging roads – highlighting Giti’s handling and performance pedigree in motorsport regions.
Day 11	Crossing Iberia	Long-distance test – emphasizing fuel efficiency & endurance of Giti EV-focused tire technology.
Day 12	Extreme weather	Tires tested in harsh conditions – showcasing resilience and wet performance R&D.
Day 13	Vatican State	Symbolic stop – reinforcing global recognition of VW & Giti’s sustainability-focused collaboration.
Day 14	Crossing the Alps	Mountain roads – traction and braking performance of Giti tires under stress.
Day 15	Austria → Balkans	Cross-regional expansion – proof of tire adaptability in varied landscapes.
Day 16	Rivers & mountains	Scenic terrains – real-world test data feeding back into Giti development cycle.
Day 17	Balkan mountains	Harsh inclines/descents – durability validation for future Giti EV tire designs.
Day 18	Bulgaria → Romania	Cross-country transitions – multi-surface endurance validation.
Day 19	Bulgaria → Turkey	Entry into Asia – marking Giti’s global R&D footprint in action.
Day 20	Europe → Asia	Symbolic continent crossing – VW and Giti partnership bridging worlds.
Day 21	Ankara → Georgia	Long-haul endurance segment – reinforcing the resilience theme of the world tour.
Days 22–23	Tiflis (Georgia)	Regional engagements – opportunities for brand presence and awareness of Giti-VW partnership.
Day 25	Armenia	Rugged landscapes – Giti tire endurance showcased under demanding roads.
Days 49–52	Aktau → Beyneu → Aral Sea → Osh	Harsh Central Asian routes – real-world EV tire testing across deserts and rough tracks.
Days 53–54	Aral Sea → Osh	Endurance over extreme distances – reinforcing R&D loop with field data.
Day 55	Osh → Gulcha	Mountain pass – traction and sidewall strength testing in real conditions.
Day 56 (Part 1)	Gulcha → Chinese border	Frontier crossing – symbolic step into China, a key Giti Tire market.
Days 56–58	Kaxgar region	High-altitude driving – Giti endurance proven in Chinese terrain.
Day 59	Kaxgar → Kuqa	Desert transitions – low rolling resistance benefits highlighted.
Days 60–61	Kuqa → Kumul	Harsh conditions – testing wear and durability over long distances.
Days 62–63	Kumul → Guazhou	Transition to urban roads – quietness and efficiency validation.
Days 64–65	Guazhou → Peking	Approaching capital – strong visibility of Giti OE positioning with VW.
Day 66	Peking	High-profile engagement in China – Giti’s role in VW’s EV success highlighted.
Days 67–69	Peking (continued)	Ongoing presence – media exposure of Giti-VW partnership, reinforcing global innovation message.

About the World Record Attempt

The ID. Buzz World Tour is an epic, Guinness World Record–seeking adventure that sees the fully electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz—adorned with GitiSynergy H2 tires—embark on a journey spanning approximately 75 countries across continents including Europe, Central Asia, Asia, Oceania, Latin America, and North America.

The footprints laid out on this expedition are powered by Giti Tire 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’s a vivid showcase of Giti’s resilience, endurance, and advanced EV tire technology under real-world, long-distance, multi-terrain conditions.

Developed with cutting-edge compounds and design—such as low rolling resistance, AA-rated EU tire efficiency, wet and dry braking performance, and robust wear characteristics—these tires epitomize the depth of Giti’s 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.

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