The McLaren Ultimate Vision is a new virtual hypercar developed for the upcoming Playstation 4 game Gran Turismo Sport. Being set entirely in a virtual world, the designers have free reign as to the design and mechanics of the car. Heavy influences from LMP1 abound, with some single seater proportions also present. Heavy use of advanced aero elements are key to the overall finished look, that screams race car.
Perhaps the most unusual aspect to the McLaren Ultimate Vision is the drivers seating position. There is no sitting in this racer, instead the driver is positioned in a prone position, laying on their stomach. Looking forwards, with arms stretched outwards to the steering wheel, it all sounds rather awkward. McLaren are calling it the “motorcycle” driving position.
