What Are Great Speed Skills?

Great Speed Skills are a type of skill chain in Forza Horizon 6 that rewards you for maintaining very high speeds over a short period. Specifically, you need to stay between 145 mph and 160 mph (233–257 km/h) for a few uninterrupted seconds. This makes them a bit tricky if you’re in the wrong car or stuck in slower lobbies.

They are especially important if you’re completing the Horizon Play Festival Playlist challenge, which asks for three Great Speed Skills in Horizon Racing. Without the right approach, you can spend hours without triggering them.

Step-by-Step Guide to Earn Great Speed Skills

1. Avoid Low Performance Classes

Not all cars can hit the necessary speeds. Avoid B-Class, C-Class, or Rally lobbies, because these cars simply can’t sustain the straight-line velocity required. Stick to A, S1, S2, or R-Class vehicles for reliable results.

2. Matchmake for Fast Lobbies

Your matchmaking choice matters. If you end up in a lobby filled with slower cars, you’ll struggle to stay within the required speed range. Re-queue your online matchmaking until you land in a fast lobby where higher-tier road cars dominate.

3. Use Pre-Race Wait Times Wisely

Even while waiting for your online race to load, you can drive around the open world and trigger Great Speed Skills. This counts toward your active playlist challenge, so don’t waste those moments just idling.

4. Target Long Straights

Great Speed Skills are easiest on stretches of road where you can maintain top speed without interruptions. In Forza Horizon 6’s Japan map, look for long highways, such as the main highway leading out of Tokyo or roads inspired by the C1 loop. Avoid twisty sections where you have to brake frequently.

5. Control Your Velocity

It’s tempting to just floor the gas, but going past 160 mph will trigger Awesome Speed or Ultimate Speed Skills, which won’t count toward a “Great Speed” objective. Keep a close eye on your speedometer and make small adjustments to stay in the target zone.

6. Feather the Throttle

If you’re using automatic transmission, lightly feather the accelerator or occasionally lift off to hover between 145–155 mph. This steady control gives the game enough time to register the Great Speed Skill. Sudden surges or drops can ruin your streak.

Final Tips

• Choose cars with strong top-end acceleration but manageable handling—cars like supercars or tuned S1/S2 road vehicles work best.
• Avoid traffic and tight corners; you want a clean, straight stretch to maximize your speed.
• Practice patience—these skills often trigger after a few seconds of precise speed control, so don’t panic if it doesn’t happen immediately.

Mastering Great Speed Skills is all about precision and timing, not just raw speed. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll not only complete playlist challenges faster but also gain a satisfying flow in open-world racing.