A Suggestion for Brazilian Automotive Culture
As a Brazilian Forza player, I would like to see a dedicated Brazil-themed update that showcases our automotive culture, circuits, and vehicles. Brazil has a rich motorsport history and unique car culture that would make for a good addition to the Forza universe.
A Note on Ambition
I recognize that this suggestion is extremely optimistic given the number of circuits, cars, and events proposed. A complete Brazil update of this scale would be a significant undertaking. However, even a smaller selection of these elements would be meaningful to Brazilian players and those interested in exploring different automotive cultures.
A more realistic approach might be to start with one circuit (Interlagos), a selection of the most iconic Brazilian cars, and a special event series. This could later be expanded in future updates if well-received by the community.
Some of the cars mentioned below have already been submitted to the Car Voting - FM - Official Forza Community Forums section on the Forza Forums, such as the Stock Car silhouette cars (Tracker, Eclipse Cross), Copa Truck, and Turismo Nacional-spec Citroën C3. If you’re interested in any of these additions, I encourage you to search for them in the Car Voting category and vote!
Here is my vision for what a Brazil update could include:
Brazilian Circuits
Interlagos (Autódromo José Carlos Pace)
The main venue of Brazilian motorsports, Interlagos is a 4.309 km circuit located in São Paulo. With its counterclockwise layout, challenging elevation changes, and sections like the “Senna S,” this track has hosted Formula 1 races since 1973. All possible layouts of this circuit would be valuable additions.
Rio Street Circuit from FM7
The fictional Rio circuit from Forza Motorsport 7 with its beach views and mountain backdrop could return with all layouts:
- Full Circuit (6.16 km)
- National Circuit (4.57 km)
- Coast Loop (2.13 km)
- Mountain Circuit (1.63 km)
- Mini Circuit (1.09 km)
Anhembi Street Circuit
This real-world street circuit in São Paulo has hosted both IndyCar and Formula E. The IndyCar layout (4.081 km) and Formula E configuration (2.933 km) would be interesting additions, with racing through the Sambadrome offering a unique experience.
Brazilian Cars
Stock Car 2025 SUVs
The Stock Car series is changing to SUVs 500hp, 2.1L turbo engine in 2025 after 45 years:
- Chevrolet Tracker Stock Car (2025-present)
- Toyota Corolla Cross Stock Car (2025-present)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Stock Car (2025-present)
Copa Truck
These 1,250hp trucks compete in a popular Brazilian racing series:
- Mercedes-Benz Actros (2020-present)
- Volkswagen Constellation (2020-present)
- Iveco Stralis (2020-present)
- Volvo FH (2020-present)
- Scania R (2020-present)
Turismo Nacional
Our touring car championship features everyday cars converted for racing:
- Chevrolet New Onix (2020-present) / Onix Plus (2020-present) - Brazil’s best-selling cars
- Peugeot 208 (2020-present) - French design adapted for Brazilian market
- Fiat Argo (2017-present) / Cronos (2018-present) - Italian-designed but built for Brazilian roads
- Volkswagen Polo (2018-present) / Virtus (2018-present) - German engineering with Brazilian adaptations
- Renault Sandero (2014-present) / Stepway (2014-present) / Kwid (2017-present) - Affordable options
- Nissan Versa (2020-present) - Japanese reliability with Brazilian modifications
- Citroën C3 (2022-present) - French crossover adapted for Brazil
- Hyundai HB20 (2012-present) / HB20S (2013-present) - Designed specifically for Brazil
- Toyota Etios (2012-2021) / Yaris (2018-present) - Japanese quality with Brazilian tuning
- Honda Fit (2003-2021) / City (2015-present) - Practical but capable of performance
Gold Classic
Our classic racing series features notable vintage cars:
Premium Class:
- General Motors Omega (1992-1998) - Brazilian luxury sedan
- General Motors Opala (1968-1992) - First GM passenger car produced in Brazil
- Volkswagen Puma (1967-1995) - Brazilian sports car with VW mechanicals
- Willys Interlagos (1962-1966) - First Brazilian sports car, based on Alpine A108
- Ford Maverick (1973-1979) - American muscle car produced in Brazil
- Mercedes-Benz 500SEC (1981-1991) - Luxury import with racing history in Brazil
Super Classic Class:
- Aldee-VW (early 1990s) - Brazilian prototype
- Volkswagen Puma GTB (1974-1995) - Brazilian sports car
- Volkswagen Fusca (1959-1986, 1993-1996) - Brazilian version of the Beetle
Turismo Light Class:
- Volkswagen Voyage (1981-1995) - Sedan version of the Gol
- Volkswagen Gol G1 (1980-1994) - The “square” Gol, an iconic Brazilian car
- Volkswagen Passat (1974-1988) - Brazilian version of the B1/B2
- General Motors Chevette (1973-1993) - Over 1.6 million sold in Brazil
- Fiat Uno (1984-2013) - Small car that changed the Brazilian market
GT Class:
- Volkswagen Puma GTE (1970-1980) - Sports coupe
- Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia TC (1970-1975) - Brazilian-designed variant
- Farus TS (1977-1979) - Rare Brazilian sports car
- Porsche 914 (1969-1976) - German mid-engine sports car with Brazilian racing history
- Bianco S (1976-1979) - Brazilian sports car with Fiat engine
Turismo Super Class:
- General Motors Chevette 2.0 (1980s) - Racing version
- Volkswagen Passat TS/LSE (1974-1988) - Performance versions
- Volkswagen Gol GTI (1988-1994) - Brazilian hot hatch
- Fiat 147 Racing (1978-1981) - Brazilian sports version of the 127
Gold Speed Class:
- Volkswagen Fusca 1600 (1970s-1986) - Performance Beetle
- Volkswagen 1600 TL (1970-1975) - Known as “Saboneteira” (soap dish) or “Zé do Caixão” (Coffin Joe)
Brazilian Street Cars
These are common cars that are often modified in Brazil:
- Volkswagen Gol G1 (1980-1994) - The iconic “square” generation
- Volkswagen Gol G5 (2008-2012) - Modern generation
- Fiat Uno Mille (1990-2013) - First “popular” car
- Fiat Uno Way (2008-2021) - Crossover-styled version
- General Motors Chevette (1973-1993) - Brazilian icon
- Hyundai HB20 (2012-present) - Current popular model
- General Motors Corsa (1994-2001) - First 1.0L with electronic injection
- Volkswagen Saveiro (1982-present) - Small pickup
- Fiat Strada (1998-present) - Best-selling compact pickup
Career Events
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Gold Classic Series
Racing vintage cars on shorter tracks, concluding at Interlagos. -
Turismo Nacional Series
Production-based touring cars across four Brazilian tracks. -
Copa Truck Series
Racing trucks on challenging circuits. -
Stock Car 2025 Series
The premier event featuring Brazil’s new Stock Car SUVs on all available Brazilian tracks, with the finale at Interlagos. -
Brazilian Open Class
A series exclusively for Brazilian street cars in various performance categories (D, C, B, A, and S classes based on the PI system). This would allow players to race modified versions of popular Brazilian models. -
Senna Rivals Mode
Using Senna’s iconic cars already available in the game to attempt to beat his lap times around Brazilian circuits.
Additional Historical Cars
Brazilian Endurance Racing
- Sigma P1 (2014-present) - A Brazilian prototype inspired by the LMP1 concept from Le Mans, developed by engineers Evandro Flesch and Pedro Fetter. This car competes in the Brazilian Endurance Championship.
Formula 1 Championship Cars
- Lotus 72D (1972) - The car Emerson Fittipaldi drove to become Brazil’s first F1 World Champion
- McLaren M23 (1974) - Emerson Fittipaldi’s second championship-winning car
- Brabham BT49 (1981) - Nelson Piquet’s first championship car, featuring ground effect aerodynamics
- Brabham BT52 (1983) - Nelson Piquet’s second championship car, the first turbo-powered F1 champion
- Williams FW11 (1987) - Nelson Piquet’s third championship-winning car with Honda power
- McLaren MP4/6 (1991) - Ayrton Senna’s third championship car, the last successful V12 in F1
Indianapolis 500 Winners
- Penske PC-22 (1993) - The car Emerson Fittipaldi drove to victory in the 1993 Indianapolis 500
- Dallara DW12 Chevrolet (2013) - Tony Kanaan’s KV Racing Technology car that won the 2013 Indianapolis 500
- Dallara IR-01 (2001, 2002) - Hélio Castroneves’ first two Indy 500 winning cars
- Dallara IR-05 (2009) - Hélio Castroneves’ third Indy 500 winning car
- Dallara DW12 (2021) - Hélio Castroneves’ fourth Indy 500 winning car
Copersucar-Fittipaldi
The first and only fully Brazilian F1 team, founded by Emerson and Wilson Fittipaldi in 1975. The FD01 (1975) or F5A (1977) would be notable additions representing Brazilian motorsport history.
Brazilian Car Culture
What makes Brazilian car culture distinctive is the “jeitinho brasileiro” (Brazilian way) of modifying cars. Common modifications include:
- Matte black or white wraps
- Lowered suspension
- Custom LED lighting
- Engine modifications
- Custom wheels
A Brazil update could include body kits and visual options inspired by Brazilian tuning culture.
Why Brazil Deserves This Update
Brazil has a significant automotive community and a rich motorsport heritage that deserves recognition in the Forza universe. From Formula 1 champions like Ayrton Senna and Nelson Piquet to our domestic racing series and car culture, Brazil offers a perspective that would enrich the Forza experience.
I hope the Forza team considers bringing at least part of this vision to life. It would be meaningful to Brazilian players and introduce the global Forza community to our automotive culture.
What do you think about a Brazil-themed update?