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November 5, 2026 • 3 min read
How to Run Fast Pit Stops in CATCAR
Learn the controls, battery charger locations, wrench modes, and spotter radio calls you need to run clean stops in CATCAR Pit Crew.
November 5, 2026 • 3 min read
Streamers Turn CATCAR Stops Into Pure Comedy
Watch top YouTube and Twitch highlights from Jeff Favignano, Gavin Ropchan, GOWEN, and Michael Mrucz as crews battle pit fires in CATCAR Pit Crew.
November 5, 2026 • 3 min read
Why Co-Op Racing Fans Love CATCAR Pit Crew
Discover why CATCAR Pit Crew is surging in search traffic and winning over sim racing leagues looking for laid-back co-op pit lane chaos.
November 5, 2026 • 1 min read
SyncMesh Cuts Prices on Grip M2X
Earlier this week, SyncMesh rolled out price cuts across multiple items, bringing the Grip M2X Color Trio down from $178.00 USD to $146.00 USD alongside savings on DUO packs and single units.
November 5, 2026 • 3 min read
Simu Nation LMGT3 Masters Opens With ASR Prizes
Simu Nation LMGT3 Masters is open for registration on Le Mans Ultimate, featuring a $720 USD Advanced SimRacing prize pool across Pro, Silver, and Am splits.
November 5, 2026 • 2 min read
RigMetal Cuts Basic Sim Racing Cockpit Price to $299
Earlier this week, RigMetal dropped the price of its Basic Sim Racing Cockpit from $409.00 USD down to $299.00 USD, knocking nearly 27 percent off the aluminum profile chassis.
November 5, 2026 • 2 min read
Fanatec Cuts Refurbished Podium DD2 QR2 to $700
Fanatec dropped the refurbished Podium Wheel Base DD2 QR2 from $1,279.99 down to $700.00 as part of a wider markdown across 88 sim racing products.
November 5, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Adds 2003 Gen 4 Cup to Winter NASCAR Series
iRacing is adding the 2003 NASCAR Gen 4 Cup Chevrolet Monte Carlo and Ford Taurus to the 2026-27 Winter NASCAR iRacing Series starting November 11 alongside the 1987 NASCAR Legends.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Advanced SimRacing Cuts Turnkey Rig and Simucube Prices
Advanced SimRacing has lowered prices across 40 turnkey racing simulators, Simucube 3 wheelbases, and D-BOX motion systems, stacking with our 5% off code SIMRACINGNATION5.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Trak Racer Cuts Cockpit and Seat Prices by 15%
Trak Racer has cut prices by 15% across 26 cockpits, racing seats, and wheelbase mounts, dropping the TR5 simulator chassis to $509.15 USD and fiberglass bucket seats to $356.15 USD.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Conspit Cuts Carbon Formula and GT Steering Wheel Prices
FullPush has reduced prices across Conspit steering wheels and hydraulic pedals today, dropping the MAX 01, 290 GP Formula, and 300 GT wheels before stacking 5% off code SRN5.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Next Level Racing Expands F-GT Elite Cockpit Bundles
Next Level Racing has expanded its aluminum profile cockpit lineup with turnkey F-GT Elite 160 Scuderia Ferrari Edition and F-GT Elite / ERS3 Seat bundles starting at $699 USD.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
RENNSPORT Drops New CW45 Multiplayer Race Schedule
RENNSPORT has rolled out its Calendar Week 45 multiplayer schedule. Here is how to check your safety rating and register for this week's official contests in the sim or through the companion app.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
PISTA Motorsport v0.9 Adds Online Trackdays and Clase 3
PISTA Motorsport has released Update v0.9.0.0 on Steam, adding the Turismo Nacional Clase 3 car class, online multiplayer trackday servers, a cockpit collision radar, and updated tire wear physics.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
PSA: Le Mans Ultimate Bans Third-Party Rank Tracking Apps
Studio 397 has rolled out automatic rate limiting and IP bans in Le Mans Ultimate against third-party rank and results tracking apps that use Steam login tokens to scrape RaceControl.
November 4, 2026 • 1 min read
GTA VI Vibes - iRacing Reveals Season 4 Week 8 Schedule Lineup
iRacing has released its official Season 4 Week 8 competition schedule, detailing hourly series across oval, road, formula, and dirt disciplines alongside upcoming special events with GTA 6 Vibes.
November 4, 2026 • 1 min read
iRacing Starts Annual Black Friday Renewal Sale
iRacing's annual Black Friday membership sale runs through December 2, giving active and returning accounts 25% off 1-year and 2-year subscription renewals.
November 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Studioform Cuts VR Counter Balance and Strap Prices
Studioform Creative has launched earlybird discounts of 25% to 43% off VR top straps, foam pad kits, and rear counterweights for Pimax, Quest 3, and PS VR2 headsets.
November 3, 2026 • 2 min read
RaceRoom Patch Fixes VR Results for Super Touring
KW Studios released RaceRoom update 0.9.9.19 to fix disappearing VR race results screens, add LAN dedicated server routing, and load 11 Alpine GT4+ esports liveries ahead of Thursday championship races.
November 3, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Patch 2 Preps Multi Pace Car Starts
iRacing deployed 2026 Season 4 Patch 2 (build 2026.11.02.01) with fixes for multiple pace car multiclass starts, new Pit Speed Widget error prompts, and triple-monitor HUD stability.
November 3, 2026 • 2 min read
eNASCAR College Series Opens Michigan Time Attack
Time Attack qualifying is open now through November 8 at Michigan International Speedway for the 2026-27 eNASCAR College iRacing Series Great Lakes Gauntlet.
November 3, 2026 • 3 min read
Dan Amor Sweeps FIA F4 Esports Opening Weekend
Dan Amor swept both opening rounds of the 2026 FIA F4 Global Esports Championship presented by MOZA on iRacing, winning at Mid-Ohio and Fuji Speedway ahead of Turn Racing teammate Henry Moore.
November 3, 2026 • 2 min read
Fanatec Cuts Ready2Race and GT Cockpit Bundle Prices
Fanatec has rolled out major earlybird bundle price drops ahead of Black Friday, cutting $335 off its ClubSport GT Cockpit Complete Bundle and up to $145 off Ready2Race GT3 direct drive packages.
November 3, 2026 • 1 min read
Why Car Makers Launch New GT3s in Sims First
Real-world GT3 and Hypercar manufacturers now share CAD data with sim studios months before real track debuts. Here is why OEMs prioritize sim racing.
November 3, 2026 • 2 min read
Why Mid-Range Direct Drive Bundles Lead the Sim Market
Three years ago, direct drive meant spending $1,500 on an industrial servo motor. Today, the 8 to 12 Nm mid-range class is where most smart racers land.
November 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Hardware Competition Will Soon Drop Active Shifter Prices
Motorized H-pattern shifters from BDH and MOZA already block missed shifts and rattle with engine RPM.
November 2, 2026 • 4 min read
Console Direct Drive Bundles Are Growing Online Leagues
Not long ago, league racing meant buying a gaming PC first. With under $500 USD console direct drive bundles and cross-play across ACC, EA Sports WRC, F1, Forza Motorsport, Rennsport, NASCAR 26, and Project Motor Racing, console and PC drivers now share the same track.
November 1, 2026 • 3 min read
Dialing RaceRoom OpenXR Settings for Locked 90 FPS
How to configure RaceRoom native OpenXR launch flags, Fixed Foveated Rendering presets, and car shadow limits for a locked 90 FPS in VR.
November 1, 2026 • 3 min read
How Assetto Corsa EVO Streams Eifel Open Roads
How Assetto Corsa EVO uses terrain streaming and LiDAR laser scans to load 1,600 square kilometers of Nürburgring Eifel roads without stutters.
November 1, 2026 • 2 min read
Choosing Your Rim Diameter for Direct Drive Wheelbases
How 280mm, 300mm, and 320mm steering wheel diameters change effective force feedback torque, counter-steering speed, and GT3 ergonomics.
November 1, 2026 • 2 min read
LibreCorsa Brings 500 Hz Sim Physics to Browsers
Earlier this week, developer KhazP launched LibreCorsa, a free open-source racing simulator that runs 500 Hz vehicle physics, active-aero 2026 open-wheelers.
November 1, 2026 • 2 min read
PISTA Motorsport Preps Public Online Trackday Servers
Argentine racing simulator PISTA Motorsport is rolling out its first online multiplayer update in two stages, starting with four public trackday servers.
November 1, 2026 • 3 min read
Pimax Launches Black Friday Price Match Guarantee
Pimax Black Friday Price Protection is live: save 2% now with code SRN, beat holiday shipping delays, and get refunded if VR prices drop lower.
October 31, 2026 • 2 min read
Thrustmaster Offers Free T598 Cable Locking Kit
A free screw-on retention clip and two-year warranty service fix power and USB-C disconnects on the T598 Direct Axial Drive base.
October 31, 2026 • 2 min read
CATCAR Pit Crew Opens Free Steam Playtest
Play the free CATCAR Pit Crew Steam playtest through Nov 2 and team up with friends for chaotic manual tire changes, fuel stops, and pit fires.
October 31, 2026 • 2 min read
Forza Creator Dan Greenawalt Retires After 27 Years
Turn 10 Studios co-founder Dan Greenawalt has retired from Microsoft after 27 years of shaping Project Gotham Racing and the Forza Motorsport franchise.
October 31, 2026 • 2 min read
Formula 1 Renews Fanatec Sim Hardware Deal
Earlier this week, Formula 1 and Corsair-backed Fanatec signed a multi-year extension for the F1 Sim Racing World Championship and new licensed wheels.
October 31, 2026 • 1 min read
Dylan Ault Leads eNASCAR College Watkins Glen Heats
One hundred university drivers battled in the Ford Mustang GT4 at Watkins Glen to lock in the 40-car Big Apple Battle final grid.
October 30, 2026 • 2 min read
MOZA Builds Force Feedback Handlebars for MotoGP Rigs
MOZA Racing is bringing motorcycle sim to standard direct drive rigs with its officially licensed 620mm MotoGP Handlebar controller.
October 30, 2026 • 2 min read
RaceRoom Adds VR Performance Mode Without Eye Tracking
RaceRoom adds native OpenXR Fixed Foveated Rendering so VR racers get higher FPS on packed grids without needing an eye-tracking headset.
October 30, 2026 • 2 min read
Factory Seat Brings Free Career Mode to LMU
Factory Seat has updated its free career mode companion app for Le Mans Ultimate to v1.3, adding team contracts, sponsor goals, and Linux support.
October 30, 2026 • 3 min read
Logitech McLaren G Challenge Opens Monza LMU Qualifier
The Winter 2026 Logitech McLaren G Challenge is live on Le Mans Ultimate, offering $100,000 USD in cash, Logitech G RS50 hardware, and a VIP McLaren F1 trip.
October 30, 2026 • 2 min read
Stopping Cold Tire Spins in Le Mans Ultimate
Leaving the pits on ice-cold Michelin slicks in Le Mans Ultimate catches out dozens of drivers every race. Here is how to build tire heat safely.
October 30, 2026 • 3 min read
FIA F4 Global Esports Season Starts This Saturday
Thirty qualifiers from Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific battle on iRacing for a $35,000 USD prize pool starting October 31.
October 30, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing VR Render Resolution for Stable Framerates
Racing in VR requires zero stutter when 30 cars enter Turn 1 together. Here is how to balance render supersampling with rock-solid framerates.
October 29, 2026 • 2 min read
Tuning iRacing FFB Smoothing Without Adding Latency
Running too much force feedback smoothing in iRacing and your wheelbase software at the same time can make the steering feel delayed.
October 29, 2026 • 3 min read
Verstappen Sim Racing Wins IMSA Esports at Watkins Glen
Enzo Bonito and Sam Kuitert use smart fuel strategy and capitalize on a late disconnect to win GTP in Round 3.
October 29, 2026 • 3 min read
MandićLab Releases 3D Printable Sim Rig Files
Download MandićLab Easyrace 3D-printable sim racing wheel, pedals, and H-pattern shifter STL files that snap together with zero metal screws.
October 29, 2026 • 2 min read
BeamNG Mod Adds Custom Twelve Speed Gearboxes
Version 0.9 of Angelov’s Customizable Powertrains lets drivers build manual, sequential, and DCT transmissions from scratch.
October 29, 2026 • 2 min read
Project Motor Racing Goes Free on PS5 This Week
PlayStation 5 racers can play the full Project Motor Racing base game for free until November 1, including all 70+ cars, 18 tracks.
October 29, 2026 • 3 min read
Alpine GT4 Nogaro Challenge Opens in RaceRoom
Enter the Alpine GT4 Nogaro Premium Challenge in RaceRoom before Nov 2 to compete for $33 USD in vRP prizes and random leaderboard draws.
October 28, 2026 • 3 min read
Why Wheelbase Torque Paywalls Frustrate Sim Racers
Locking wheelbase force feedback behind paid software keys frustrates sim racers who already bought the motor hardware.
October 28, 2026 • 3 min read
Why Built-In Ranked Racing Beats Third-Party Portals
Built-in ranked multiplayer in Le Mans Ultimate, RaceRoom, and Assetto Corsa EVO is replacing external third-party league signups for daily racers.
October 28, 2026 • 3 min read
Gran Turismo 7 Announces Eifel Cup With Fanatec Prizes
Gran Turismo 7 drivers can enter the Fanatec Gran Turismo Eifel Cup in Sport Mode from November 2 through November 16.
October 28, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing In iRacing OpenXR VR Clarity and Frame Rates
How to set up OpenXR resolution, MSAA sharpness, and steady 90 Hz frame rates in iRacing so brake markers stay clear.
October 28, 2026 • 2 min read
Asetek Initium DD10 Wheelbase Launches for $499 USD
Asetek SimSports opens orders on its 10 Nm Initium DD10 direct drive wheelbase at $499 USD with a software boost path to 14 Nm.
October 28, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Kicks Off Season 4 Week 7 Series Rotation
iRacing has rolled out its 2026 Season 4 Week 7 official series rotation alongside ongoing qualifying for the $25,000 USD World of Outlaws Pro Series.
October 28, 2026 • 3 min read
Alpine Sim Racing Opens RaceRoom Championship Registration
Enter the 2026 Alpine Sim Racing Series in RaceRoom starting at Nogaro to compete for a real-world Alpine A110 GT4 test drive and vRP prizes.
October 27, 2026 • 2 min read
Tuning iRacing Differential Preload for Corner Entry
Struggling with the rear end snapping loose when trail braking into slow corners on iRacing? Here is how to dial your differential preload.
October 27, 2026 • 2 min read
Bleu Mercure Masters Fuel Strategy for Glen GTD Win
How Vasilios Beletsiotis and Thibaud Prevot used fuel-saving through drafting to win GTD at Watkins Glen in IMSA Esports.
October 27, 2026 • 2 min read
Le Mans Ultimate Breaks Steam Player Record During 24H
Studio 397’s endurance sim reaches 11,941 concurrent players during its official 24 Hours of Le Mans Special Event.
October 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Finding Competitive Baseline Setups for Weekly Races
Stuck in setup rabbit holes instead of practicing your braking points? Starting with a verified baseline car setup lets you focus on driving line.
October 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Why Qualifying Consistency Beats Raw One Lap Pace
In open time attacks and short esports qualifying sessions, one off-track 1x can ruin your grid spot. Here is how top qualifiers manage risk.
October 26, 2026 • 2 min read
How Modern Sims Model Wet Track Drying Lines
Dynamic rain is no longer just a visual shader in modern racing sims. Here is how today’s physics engines calculate standing water and drying racing lines.
October 25, 2026 • 2 min read
Eliminating Pedal Plate Flex on Heavy Brakes
If your pedal plate or steering upright flexes under heavy braking, your muscle memory cannot build a consistent reference. Here is how to stiffen it.
October 25, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Store Adds Upfront VAT Pricing for Racers
International drivers can now see both base and tax-inclusive car and track totals while browsing the store.
October 24, 2026 • 2 min read
Rennsport Preps Hotfix for Hypercar DLC Disconnects
Developers trace online race drops and crashes in Update 1.2.18 to a client-side connection bug across PC and consoles.
October 24, 2026 • 2 min read
Smoothing Throttle Application Out of Slow Corners
Mashing full throttle at corner apex breaks the rear end loose and ruins top speed down the next straight. Here is how to squeeze the gas.
October 24, 2026 • 2 min read
Fifty Two Teams Battle Watkins Glen in IMSA Esports
Twenty GTP prototypes and thirty-two GTD cars take on Watkins Glen for Round 3 of the championship.
October 24, 2026 • 2 min read
MOZA Ford Mustang GTD Wheel Packs 3 Inch Display
MOZA Racing has launched its officially licensed Ford Mustang GTD steering wheel for $429 USD, combining a 330mm D-shaped microfiber grip.
October 24, 2026 • 2 min read
RaceRoom Historic Update Sparks Pack Pricing Debate
RaceRoom’s October Historic Update delivered great force feedback, native OpenXR VR, and 1990s Super Touring cars.
October 23, 2026 • 5 min read
Julian Swanson Takes Third in American Formula Opener
Julian Swanson kicked off his American Formula Sim Series campaign with a third-place podium finish in Round 1 of the Exhibition Series at Watkins Glen International. Fighting among 25 drivers in the 550-horsepower Dallara SF23 on iRacing, the 17-year-old Calgary driver crossed the finish line fourth on track before being promoted to third when a driver ahead exceeded the series incident limit on the final lap.
October 23, 2026 • 2 min read
Protecting Suede Rims From Sweat and Wear
Over time, sweaty palms turn luxurious suede steering wheels into hard, shiny leather. Here is how to clean and protect your rim fabric.
October 23, 2026 • 2 min read
BeamNG Utah Overlanding Mod Adds Fifteen Rated Trails
The Utah Overlanding Trails 1.0 Beta mod for BeamNG.drive transforms the standard Utah map with 15 color-coded off-road trails, 10 campsites.
October 23, 2026 • 2 min read
Why AI Neural Rendering Blurs Sim and Real Broadcasts
Viral neural-rendered Assetto Corsa clips have fooled motorsport fans all week, signaling a major shift in how future sim racing broadcasts will look.
October 23, 2026 • 2 min read
eNASCAR College Time Attack Hits Watkins Glen
Time Attack qualifying is open at Watkins Glen International in the Ford Mustang GT4, with the top 100 advancing toward the $60,000 scholarship broadcast.
October 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Automobilista 2 Cuts Sim and DLC Prices
Reiza Studios drops the base game to $11.99 alongside 70% off major endurance and historic track packs on Steam.
October 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Why FIA Coaching Changes Grassroots Driver Development
The FIA and Track Titan partnership proves automated telemetry analysis is becoming the new entry ladder for motorsport.
October 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Gran Turismo 7 Reaches Playable Lap on PC
A custom build of the experimental KyTyPS5 emulator boots the PlayStation 5 version of GT7 into actual on-track driving.
October 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Next Level Racing Launches F-GT Shift Cockpit
Tool-free quick-release joints switch between Formula, GT, and Hybrid driving postures in under five seconds.
October 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Setting True Eye Level Across Triple Displays
Mounting your screens too high or tilting them down distorts track gradients like uphill crests. Here is how to line up your natural horizon line.
October 21, 2026 • 2 min read
RaceRoom Overhauls Force Feedback in Historic Update
Alongside the release of the 1995 Spa circuit and Super Touring cars on October 20, KW Studios rolled out a major physics and force feedback update in RaceRoom Racing Experience.
October 21, 2026 • 4 min read
Fanatec Eifel Trophy Round 2 (iRacing) Opens Official
New in the Sim Racing Nation Competition Directory: Fanatec Eifel Trophy Round 2 (iRacing) on iRacing is now open with Fanatec CSL Cockpit, Podium GT3 Wheel & Store Vouchers on the line.
October 20, 2026 • 5 min read
Fanatec Formula V2 vs New Red Bull V3 Wheel
Following our coverage of the new Oracle Red Bull Racing hardware, here is a direct breakdown of what actually changed between the 270 mm Fanatec Formula V2 and the new 290 mm ClubSport Formula V3 Red Bull wheel.
October 20, 2026 • 2 min read
Trak Racer Plans Entry Level Fanatec Wheel Bundle
Trak Racer confirmed plans at the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt to launch an affordable entry-level direct drive wheel, round rim, and two-pedal bundle in 2027 powered by Fanatec QR2 Lite technology.
October 20, 2026 • 2 min read
Alpine Sim Racing Series Moves to RaceRoom
Alpine Esports announced that the 2026 Alpine Sim Racing Series is moving to RaceRoom Racing Experience from October through December, awarding the champion a real-world Alpine A110 GT4 track test.
October 20, 2026 • 2 min read
Using Delta Bars to Spot Driving Mistakes
Watching your live delta bar turn red or green while entering a corner distracts you from your apex. Here is the right way to read split times.
October 20, 2026 • 3 min read
Sim Racing Expo 2026 Recap From Frankfurt
The 2026 Sim Racing Expo in Frankfurt wrapped up after a huge weekend of active pedal launches, new steering wheels, and the first public laps in Assetto Corsa EVO Free Roam.
October 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Setting Direct Drive Force Feedback in iRacing 2026
Setting your iRacing force feedback too high makes the wheel go numb in fast corners. Here is how to set Wheel Force and Auto FFB properly.
October 18, 2026 • 3 min read
Steven Wilson Wins Third eNASCAR iRacing Title
Steven Wilson captured his record-setting third eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series championship and $100,000 top prize live at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte.
October 18, 2026 • 3 min read
Le Mans Ultimate Preps 24 Hour Special Event
Studio 397 is gearing up for its 24 Hours of Le Mans Special Event week starting October 20 in Le Mans Ultimate, featuring 62-car splits across Hypercar, LMP2, and LMGT3.
October 18, 2026 • 4 min read
Tuning Brake Migration in Le Mans Ultimate
Locking the inside front tire into slow hairpins in Le Mans Ultimate Hypercars? Here is how Brake Migration works in the garage and on the steering wheel.
October 18, 2026 • 3 min read
How Sub $600 Pedals Reshape the Sim Hardware Market
From Simucube and Simagic active pedals to Fanatec's $599 Podium Pedals, fierce hardware competition is driving flagship brake technology into mid-range budgets.
October 18, 2026 • 3 min read
Heusinkveld Shows One SC Wheel and DisplayDash
Dutch hardware maker Heusinkveld brought two standout pieces of gear to the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo: the €849 One SC steering wheel built for Simucube 3 and the €389 production DisplayDash.
October 18, 2026 • 3 min read
Fanatec Reveals Red Bull Formula Cockpit and Wheel
At the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, Fanatec announced a home version of the Oracle Red Bull Racing ClubSport Formula Cockpit for 2027 alongside the new ClubSport Formula V3 Red Bull wheel arriving mid-November.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
Rennsport Reveals Four Car Hypercar Expansion Pack
Rennsport unveiled its new Hypercar Expansion Pack at the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, adding four top-class endurance prototypes, reworked hybrid physics, and native SimHub support.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO Free Roam Drops December 9
Live from the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, Kunos Simulazioni announced that Assetto Corsa EVO Free Roam launches on December 9, 2026 with 30-player multiplayer lobbies.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Tests Multiple Pace Cars This Weekend
iRacing is running a special iTested multiclass series to stress-test multiple pace cars leading separate GTP, LMP2, and GT3 grids with independent green flags.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
GSI Debuts Updated X-29+ Steering Wheel in Frankfurt
At the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo, Gomez Sim Industries (GSI) revealed the X-29+, upgrading its 290mm wheel with CEMS V4 paddles, thumb rotaries, and an integrated LED RPM strip.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
Fanatec Teases ClubSport Pedals V4 Prototype in Frankfurt
At the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, Fanatec displayed an early prototype of the ClubSport Pedals V4, slated for a 2027 release with Podium-inspired adjustability and all-metal construction.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
Fanatec Shows Off Project Obsidian Wheel in Frankfurt
At the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, Fanatec revealed Project Obsidian, a 2027 ClubSport-level prototype steering wheel featuring a 5-inch 720p black-glass screen and native SimHub support.
October 18, 2026 • 2 min read
SimUltimate Reveals Toolless SU-GT2 Racing Cockpit
SimUltimate debuted its SU-GT2 racing cockpit at the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, featuring heavy-duty toolless cam locks for instant pedal and wheel deck adjustments.
October 17, 2026 • 2 min read
Pimax Demos Crystal Super at Frankfurt Expo
Pimax brought its new Crystal Super and Crystal Light VR headsets to the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo for public demo laps.
October 17, 2026 • 2 min read
RaceRoom Announces Massive Historic Touring Car Update
KW Studios revealed RaceRoom's Historic Update 2026 at the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, launching October 20 with two new 1990s Super Touring cars, classic tracks, and 99-car Spa grids.
October 17, 2026 • 2 min read
BeamNG.drive Launches on PlayStation 5 This Monday
BeamNG.drive makes its console debut on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro on Monday, October 19 for $24.99 USD alongside the major PC v0.40 update.
October 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Fanatec Launches Podium Pedals Sport for $599
Fanatec has officially launched the Podium Pedals Sport at the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt for $599.99, pairing a forged aluminum 200 kg load-cell brake with GT pedal plates.
October 16, 2026 • 1 min read
Ascher Racing Unveils AURA GT Wheel Range
Ascher Racing revealed its new AURA GT button hub and four modular steering wheel rims at the 2026 SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt.
October 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Sim Lab Debuts GTSL Ultimate Steering Wheel
Sim-Lab unveiled the new GTSL Ultimate steering wheel at the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt, combining carbon fiber construction with a bright telemetry display and RGB controls.
October 16, 2026 • 1 min read
Recaro Joins Team Manthey at Frankfurt Sim Expo
Recaro has teamed up with Nürburgring legends Team Manthey at SimRacing Expo Frankfurt to showcase motorsport-grade bucket seats and ergonomics built for endurance sim rigs.
October 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Asetek Unveils GT Nova Wheel With OLED Screen
Asetek SimSports revealed the $299.99 GT Nova steering wheel at SimRacing Expo Frankfurt, featuring a built-in OLED screen for adjusting RaceHub wheelbase settings on the fly ahead of its March 2027 launch.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Simucube Launches Cheaper ActivePedal Sport Model
Simucube revealed the new ActivePedal Sport right before the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo, offering 100 kg of motorized brake force at its lowest price yet.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Simagic Launches P Active Force Feedback Pedals
Simagic just launched its new P-Active motorized pedal for $999, letting you change pedal feel in software and bolt it right onto existing P1000 or P2000 pedal sets.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Simagic Reveals Official KTM X Bow Wheel
Simagic partnered with KTM to reveal an official KTM X-Bow GT2 steering wheel with a built-in dash screen, carbon fiber front plate, and rubber grips.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Moza Brings PS5 Wheelbases to Frankfurt Expo
Moza Racing is bringing its new PlayStation 5 direct drive wheelbases, active pedals, and a MotoGP motorcycle handlebar controller to the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Rennsport Adds Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH Hypercar
Rennsport confirmed that the Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH hypercar is coming to the sim, and visitors at the Frankfurt Expo can drive it first this weekend.
October 14, 2026 • 2 min read
Simagic Reveals Aston Martin Valkyrie Steering Wheel
Simagic teamed up with Aston Martin to release a $799 replica of the Valkyrie hypercar wheel, featuring a 5-inch color touchscreen and carbon fiber front plate.
October 13, 2026 • 2 min read
Playseat Reveals Evolution 2 Racing Cockpit
Playseat has pulled back the curtain on the Evolution 2, redesigning its iconic chassis with enhanced wheelbase stiffness and expandable peripheral mounts.
October 12, 2026 • 2 min read
Brian McRae Leads American Formula Sim Series
IMSA veteran and Gradient Racing partner manager Brian McRae has been named Series Director for the American Formula Sim Series on iRacing.
October 12, 2026 • 2 min read
Downshift 69 Details Big December iRacing Updates
iRacing president Tony Gardner joined the Downshift podcast to outline upcoming additions for December, including the Lamborghini Temerario GT3, new tracks, and studios updates.
October 12, 2026 • 2 min read
Motorsport Manager 2 Officially Revealed for PC
Playsport Games has officially revealed Motorsport Manager 2 for PC on Steam, featuring reactive rival AI, localized dynamic weather, and motorbike championships.
October 12, 2026 • 2 min read
Simagic Teases Active Pedals Before Frankfurt Expo
Simagic has teased The Next Lap global launch event for October 14, previewing a motorized active pedal system ahead of the Frankfurt SimRacing Expo. By replacing passive rubber elastomers and mechanical springs with linear motors, drivers can switch resistance curves and feel authentic ABS hydraulic pulsation without ever turning wrenches under the rig.
October 12, 2026 • 2 min read
SIMRIG Belt Module Adds Active Harness Feedback
SIMRIG has introduced its dedicated Belt Module, delivering up to 30 kg of active tension per strap driven by live telemetry data.
October 11, 2026 • 2 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO Lets Drivers Explore On Foot
Assetto Corsa EVO will allow sim racers to unbuckle their harness, exit their vehicle, and explore open-world environments on foot.
October 10, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing ACC GT3 Tire Pressures for Long Stints
In Assetto Corsa Competizione, missing your hot pressure window by half a PSI completely destroys lateral grip. Here is how to nail your target window.
October 10, 2026 • 2 min read
Gran Turismo 7 Sees Big Player Surge
Gran Turismo 7 is enjoying a massive wave of active players, prompting Polyphony to roll out new tracks, dynamic rain, and classic touring cars.
October 10, 2026 • 2 min read
Thrustmaster Unveils T GT III Direct Drive Wheel
Thrustmaster has pulled back the curtain on the T-GT III, combining 10 Nm direct drive motor response with dual-platform console compatibility.
October 10, 2026 • 2 min read
Open Sim Time Attacks With Prizes
Whether you are hunting for bragging rights or competing for prizes, active events have open registrations
October 9, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing BeamNG Gravel Rally Suspension for Fast Stages
BeamNG softbody physics punishes stiff circuit setups on gravel stages. Here is how to tune your rally dampers to absorb massive jumps and ruts.
October 9, 2026 • 2 min read
Porsche Supercup Attacks Interlagos in Round 4
The Porsche Esports Supercup heads to Interlagos for Round 4, where the Senna S and Curva do Sol will decide the mid-season points fight.
October 8, 2026 • 2 min read
Stop Your Car from Spinning When You Lift
Letting off the gas shouldn't send you spinning into the grass. Here is how to keep your back tires planted when you turn into fast corners.
October 7, 2026 • 2 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO Drops Free Roam Trailer
Kunos Simulazioni dropped an in-depth look at Assetto Corsa EVO Free Roam mode, showcasing open-road physics across the Eifel ahead of Sim Racing Expo 2026.
October 6, 2026 • 4 min read
Avery Miller Qualifies for Campeonato NA Finals
Avery Miller topped the Campeonato NA qualifiers to lock in his spot at the live finals in Panama on October 17.
October 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Gran Turismo 7 Confirms Rain at Sugo
Polyphony Digital showcased the first full wet lap around Sportsland Sugo for Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV, featuring standing puddles and changing grip.
October 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Asetek Launches Dual Mode Shifter and Handbrake
Asetek SimSports just dropped its Dual Mode Shifter and Load Cell Handbrake, bringing magnetic gate covers and force-based rally braking to sim rigs.
October 5, 2026 • 2 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO and Rally Bundle Hits Steam
Steam launched the official Assetto Corsa EVO & Rally Bundle, combining laser-scanned circuits and 3D rally stages with an extra 20% discount.
October 5, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Teams Up With DTM for GT3 Series
iRacing and DTM have partnered to launch the all-new iRacing DTM Series, featuring eight 55-minute GT3 rounds synced with the real-world calendar.
October 5, 2026 • 2 min read
Le Mans Ultimate Unlocks Hybrid Energy Modes
Studio 397 pushed manual hybrid deployment mapping to Le Mans Ultimate, letting Hypercar drivers harvest and boost battery power on track.
October 3, 2026 • 3 min read
Trail Braking Secrets for Tighter Corner Exits
Jumping off the brake pedal instantly snaps weight off the front tires, inducing corner-entry understeer. Here is how to bleed brake pressure smoothly.
October 3, 2026 • 2 min read
Automobilista 2 Reworks Historic Endurance Physics
Reiza Studios updates classic prototype physics across Automobilista 2, delivering authentic vintage handling without artificial cushions.
October 3, 2026 • 1 min read
Logitech Expands PRO Racing Wheel Ecosystem
Logitech G expands its direct drive lineup with the RS Series, giving PRO wheel owners modular quick releases and customizable wheel rims.
October 2, 2026 • 1 min read
RaceRoom Overhauls Tire Audio and Scrub Dynamics
KW Studios rolled out a massive audio and tire scrub physics update for RaceRoom, turning auditory cues into precise slip angle feedback.
October 2, 2026 • 1 min read
Fanatec ClubSport DD Plus Delivers 18Nm Force
Fanatec rolled out the ClubSport DD+ with 18Nm of direct drive power, FullForce high-frequency haptic telemetry, and native PlayStation 5 support.
October 2, 2026 • 1 min read
Automobilista 2 Adds Panoz GTR-1 Machine
Automobilista 2 receives the legendary front-engine Panoz Esperante GTR-1 alongside comprehensive multi-class AI behavior upgrades.
October 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Managing Force Feedback Clipping in Fast Corners
More force feedback power does not mean more feel if your wheelbase is clipping. Here is how to give yourself some headroom.
October 1, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing Brake Bias to Stop Corner Spins
Locking the rears on corner entry is terrifying. Locking the fronts and missing the apex is slow. Here is how to dial brake bias dynamically.
October 1, 2026 • 1 min read
Weekly Open Shootouts With Real Hardware Prizes
Looking to turn fast sectors into hardware upgrades or cash payouts? Here is this week’s lineup of open entry prize challenges across major sims.
September 30, 2026 • 2 min read
Finding the Peak Tire Slip Angle Window
Steering harder doesn’t make the car turn faster once you exceed peak slip angle. Here is how to feel the grip peak before you shred your fronts.
September 30, 2026 • 1 min read
Le Mans Ultimate Updates Spa and GT3 Balance
Endurance racers get a rebuilt Spa-Francorchamps alongside updated LMGT3 balance of performance and wet tire dissipation rates.
September 29, 2026 • 2 min read
iRacing Season 4 Adds Valkyrie and Physics Threads
iRacing dropped its Season 4 build with the Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH and a massive engine overhaul called Physics Islands to curb CPU bottlenecks.
September 29, 2026 • 1 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO Adds Hotstints and Pitstops
Assetto Corsa EVO hits Version 0.9 with global special events, hotstint leaderboards, and the long-awaited arrival of mandatory pit stop rules.
September 28, 2026 • 2 min read
Endurance Race Management: Multi-Class Traffic at Night
Surviving multi-class endurance racing isn’t about setting purple sectors at 3 AM. It’s about avoiding impatient drivers starting to tire out and take greater risks.
September 27, 2026 • 2 min read
Reading MoTeC Throttle Traces and Tire Slip Angles
A practical trackside guide to reading MoTeC brake pressure, throttle application, and tire slip angle channels to find lap time in any sim.
September 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Dialing Direct Drive Filters to Stop Wheel Grain
Wheelbase companies love flexing 25 Nm numbers, but if your slew rate is sluggish and your filters are muddy, you’re just wrestling a heavy tractor.
September 25, 2026 • 2 min read
Trail Braking: Apex Rotation Without Snapping
There is nothing more humbling than watching someone carry zero steering lock into an apex while your front tires scream in agony. Here is how to fix it.
September 23, 2026 • 2 min read
Assetto Corsa EVO Confirms Eifel Free Roam
Assetto Corsa EVO Update 0.10 brings Eifel Free Roam with laser-scanned Nordschleife public roads, AI traffic, and multiplayer cruising.
September 21, 2026 • 2 min read
From the Sim to Single-Seaters
People still think sim racing is just screen time until grassroots drivers hop into real wings-and-slicks machinery and match front-runner pace on day one.
September 20, 2026 • 2 min read
Why the Britcar 24 Hour Sim Broadcast Unraveled
SRN Esports entered into a surprise when they realized they just slid their BMW GT4 into the top split broadcast through iRacing at Silverstone.
September 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Physical Conditioning for Sim to Real
Sim seat time sharpens your reactions, but real race cockpits demand physical grit. Here is how sim drivers prep for real G-forces and cockpit heat.
September 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Do Active Pedals Make You Faster
We’ve all had that panic moment into Turn 1 at Monza. Here’s the real talk on whether active pedals fix your braking or just look cool on your rig.
September 13, 2026 • 4 min read
It Started With A Track Day
Taking sim racers onto the track in Calgary with Rookie Racing.
September 5, 2026 • 4 min read
Scorpio and RaceGen Sign Timothy Friis Larsen
RaceGen and Scorpio Motorsport announce the signing of 17-year-old Norwegian 3x iRacing Super Formula champion Timothy Friis Larsen for a GB4 single-seater development program.
May 4, 2026 • 2 min read
Green Hell Grit: Nürburgring 24 Hours
Missing the broadcast split by 18 iRating points was tough, but surviving 24 hours of Nordschleife madness with Matthew Meilleur and the squad was pure racing.
March 2, 2026 • 4 min read
Kevin Foster Takes Team Canada to the World Final
When an opening-lap crash sent Kevin Foster to the back of the grid in Valencia, Team Canada looked finished. Instead, he mounted one of the wildest comeback charges in FIA Motorsport Games history.
February 12, 2026 • 4 min read
The Thomas 250: How Texas Speed and Sim Racing Nation Rallied for Tatum
When a ten-year-old kid is stuck in a hospital bed, the days can feel endless. But Texas Speed and Sim Racing Nation found a way to bring pure fun, roaring engines, and huge smiles straight to his room with a special event called the Thomas 250.
May 4, 2025 • 4 min read
Dedication Over Dollars: How Patrick Mason Challenged Sim Racing Norms
How Mississauga's Patrick Mason proved dedication trumps dollars, qualifying for the Porsche eSports Sprint Challenge Canada within one month on iRacing and racing for SRN Esports in the Toyota Gazoo GR Cup.
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