Maserati China-Italy Grand Tour Ends in Modena After 15,000 km Journey
After a two-month, 15,000-km journey from Shanghai, a Maserati convoy arrived in Modena to celebrate the brand's 100th anniversary with a grand finale at its historic headquarters.
- 15,000 km
- 14,400 km
- Two months
What Happened
On July 13, 2026, Maserati held the Grande Finale of its 2026 China-Italy Grand Tour at its headquarters on Viale Ciro Menotti in Modena. The convoy departed Shanghai more than two months earlier, covering 15,000 kilometers across ten distinct topographies. The journey was part of the Year of the Trident celebrations honoring the brand's 100th anniversary.
Convoy departs Shanghai, China
Convoy arrives in Modena, Italy
15,000km
The convoy traveled from Shanghai to Modena over two months.
The route retraced ancient Silk Road trading routes, passing through China's Jiangnan region, the Qinling mountains, and the Hexi Corridor before entering Central Asia. The fleet traversed Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and crossed the Caspian Sea, then continued through Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkey, Bulgaria, Bosnia, Croatia, and Slovenia before descending into Italy's Emilia plains.
Maserati's core lineup—the GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale—proved their capabilities on the journey. The GranTurismo Trofeo with its Nettuno V6 engine and adaptive suspension delivered comfort and performance. The GranCabrio's open-top experience and 'Air Scarf' neck-warming system were highlights. The Grecale SUV demonstrated versatility with its all-wheel-drive system and ample cargo space.
“At Maserati, we believe that it is people who give meaning to great experiences. This Grand Tour is a tangible example of how passion for our Brand can create authentic connections among customers, partners, media, and teams from different countries. Their arrival in Modena represents a meeting point between diverse cultures and a shared heritage of values that continues to make Maserati a global ”
The finale included a tour of the Modena factory, now a state-of-the-art center for luxury sports cars with the return of full GranTurismo and GranCabrio production. Participants visited the Officine Fuoriserie customization center, which features a bespoke paint facility. The homecoming event united Chinese owners, media, and brand partners with the global headquarters team.
Previously from Maserati S.p.A.
Maserati has been marking its 100th anniversary throughout 2026; in June, it launched a 'Trident Stars' constellation dedicated to 100 influential figures in the brand's history, and earlier in July it debuted its updated GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
- Maserati Launches 'Trident Stars' Constellation to Celebrate Logo Centenary
- New Maserati range debuts in person at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Maserati S.p.A.'s official releases.
Why this matters
The grand tour demonstrates the durability and versatility of Maserati's current lineup—GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale—across extreme terrains, reinforcing the brand's grand touring heritage. It also marks the return of GranTurismo and GranCabrio production to Modena, signaling a renewed focus on its spiritual home. For enthusiasts, it validates Maserati's commitment to blending performance with luxury.
Terms in This Story
- Grand Tour
- A long-distance, culturally immersive journey by car, historically associated with luxury and adventure.
- Trident
- Maserati's logo, inspired by the trident of Neptune from the statue in Bologna, Italy.
- Nettuno engine
- Maserati's twin-turbo V6 engine derived from Formula 1 technology, featuring a pre-chamber combustion system.
- Fuoriserie
- Maserati's bespoke customization program allowing customers to tailor exterior colors and interior details.
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