Sim Doctor Tuning Handbook

Gran Turismo Setup Secrets

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Toe Angle

The alignment of your vehicle's tires plays an important role in maintaining control and stability, with factors such as turning radius and tire slip angles. Specifically, the angle at which the tires are set concerning the direction of travel is referred to as the toe angle. When the tires are angled inward, it's termed toe-in, while an outward pointing angle is known as toe-out.

Should you opt for a configuration where the front tires are set to toe-in and the rear tires to toe-out, you will generally experience characteristics associated with oversteer. Conversely, reversing this setup, with front tires toe-out and rear tires toe-in, tends to induce understeer tendencies. 

Utilizing toe-out settings for the front tires can enhance the responsiveness of your vehicle during corner entry, allowing for sharper turn-ins. When the rear tires are configured with toe-in, you'll notice improved stability, particularly when accelerating out of corners. However, it's essential to exercise caution, as extreme toe-in or toe-out settings can lead to increased driving resistance.