Fresh rumors are spreading through the sim-racing community that the iRacing Lucas Oil Off Road track has been scanned. Posts on community forums claim iRacing staff were recently seen collecting data at the Lucas Oil Speedway complex in Wheatland, Missouri. While iRacing has not made an official announcement, the timing lines up with the studio’s promise to expand its off-road racing program.
Why the Rumor Feels Plausible
iRacing developers have often said that more dirt-road and off-road tracks are on the way. In past interviews, studio leaders mentioned “multiple new dirt venues in active development.” Because Lucas Oil Off Road has hosted major short-course events, it would fit perfectly alongside existing dirt venues like Crandon and Wild West.
Additionally, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has talked publicly about wanting more grassroots dirt content in iRacing. That comment fuels speculation that iRacing Lucas Oil Off Road might already be in production.
What to Expect If It’s Real
If the rumor proves true, racers can expect a fast, high-banked dirt circuit with jumps, deep ruts, and wide corners built for trucks and buggies. The layout at Wheatland combines long straights with heavy braking zones, creating plenty of side-by-side action. It would likely appear in the Dirt Road category, supporting both rallycross and off-road truck series.
For fans of dirt racing, this addition would fill a big gap in iRacing’s lineup.
At the moment, only a few short-course tracks are available, and none carry the Lucas Oil name.
Why It Matters
The Lucas Oil Off Road Raceway is one of the most recognizable short-course venues in North America. Adding it to iRacing would not only expand the dirt roster but also strengthen relationships with major off-road organizations. It would bring new life to Pro Truck and Buggy series, giving players a track built for tight, physical racing.
Until iRacing confirms anything, these details remain rumor. Still, the signs point toward a major dirt update on the horizon.
