The CARS Late Model Stock makes its official debut in iRacing’s 2022 Season 3 build (June 2022), delivering one of the most authentic grassroots stock cars ever brought to the sim.
A True Short Track Machine
Powered by a naturally aspirated 400+ horsepower V8, the Late Model Stock combines raw acceleration with durable performance for side-by-side short track racing. With a tube-frame chassis, four-speed manual transmission, and race-bred suspension, it captures the essence of late model stock cars seen at weekly bullrings across the southeastern United States.
Built for Realism
The iRacing model is built from detailed CAD data and track-side scanning of real CARS Tour machines. This includes:
- Accurate suspension geometry for realistic corner entry and exit behavior.
- Modern tire data that rewards smooth inputs and punishes overdriving.
- Detailed visual model that mirrors the bodywork seen at short tracks nationwide.
Grassroots Connection
The Late Model Stock is the car of choice in the CARS Tour, one of the most competitive short track series in America. Dozens of NASCAR stars have cut their teeth in cars like these before moving to the national stage, making it a vital piece of the stock car development ladder.
The addition of the CARS Late Model Stock gives iRacers a direct connection to grassroots oval racing, where skill, patience, and strategy define champions.
