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NASCAR & Oval Cars

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  SK Modified vs. Whelen Tour: The Power Gap Explained

  In the world of the “ground pounders,” many new drivers ask the same question: Why should I race the NASCAR SK Modified iRacing model when the 600-horsepower Whelen Tour Modified is available? While both cars share the same iconic, offset tube-frame chassis and wide racing slicks, they offer two completely different racing disciplines. Understanding the…

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  The Ultimate SK Modified Guide: Mastery of Minimum Speed

  Driving the NASCAR SK Modified iRacing model is a lesson in momentum. While its big brother, the Tour Modified, allows you to “point and shoot” using 600+ horsepower, the SK version requires a much more disciplined approach. With 385 HP under the hood, any scrubbed speed in the center of the corner is time you…

• SK Modified Setup School: Balancing the Offset Chassis

  In the NASCAR SK Modified iRacing garage, you are working with a machine designed for total asymmetry. With 56% of the weight already sitting on the left side of the car, your job is to fine-tune how that weight moves when the car enters the corner. Unlike heavier stock cars, the SK Modified responds to…

• Rumors: The “Ground Pounder” SK Modified Coming to iRacing

  The NASCAR SK Modified iRacing rumors are currently the hottest topic in the Northeast short-track community. For decades, the Modified has been the undisputed king of the bullrings, and sim racers are desperate for a digital version that captures the raw, open-wheel aggression of these “ground pounders.” Leaked reports suggest that iRacing is focusing on…

GT3/GT4 & Sports Cars

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  iRacing’s TCR Class Has Been Fully Updated for Season 2

  The TCR class received a full suite of updates in iRacing Season 2: new tires, engine changes, an 85-liter fuel tank, and handling improvements across the board.

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  The Free Gem: Why the CTS-V is the Best Way to GT3

  In the modern iRacing Cadillac CTS-V era, the car has transitioned from a headline premier vehicle to what many call the “ultimate hidden gem” of the free content library. While the participation numbers in the Fanatec Global Challenge may not always rival the massive GT3 grids, those who take the time to learn the CTS-V…

• The 488 GTE Legacy: Ferrari’s Enduring iRacing Legend

  The Ferrari 488 GTE iRacing legacy is defined by its role as the car that brought the most famous brand in the world to the premier sim platform. It was the “first move” in a partnership that has since grown to include the 296 GT3 and the 499P Hypercar. While the real-world GTE category has…

• Mastering the 488 GTE: The Path to Podium Perfection

  Mastering the Ferrari 488 GTE iRacing requires a driver to embrace a “finesse” approach to racing. Because the 488 is a mid-engine, turbo-charged machine, it requires a delicate touch on both the steering wheel and the pedals. To find the podium in the competitive GTE fields, you must learn to manage the turbo lag, utilize…

Dirt Oval & Off-Road Cars

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  iRacing Season 3 Brings Dirt AI and AI Heat Racing to the Sim

  iRacing Season 3 2026 adds Dirt AI and a full AI Heat Racing format, the biggest expansion of AI capabilities for dirt oval racing yet. Here is what each feature does.

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  Beginner Setup and Driving Tips for the Dirt Legends Ford ’34 Coupe

  Beginner Setup & Driving Tips The Dirt Legends Ford ’34 Coupe is a teaching tool as much as a racing car. It helps drivers learn core dirt racing principles like throttle control, steering discipline, and adapting to evolving track conditions. Setup work should focus on stability and predictability. Tire Pressures Begin with the baseline setup…

• Lucas Oil Off Road Trucks — Screenshot Gallery

  Welcome to our Lucas Oil Off Road Truck gallery. These screenshots showcase real race situations—entries over the cushion, clean landings, and the body roll you’ll learn to read for pace. We curate for variety: single‑truck portraits, side‑by‑side action, and aerial angles that make jump shapes obvious. Add yours in the comments and we’ll feature community…

• Lucas Oil Off Road Trucks — Beginner Setup & Driving Tips

  Start with baseline. Fight the urge to tune. Load the iRacing baseline and focus on markers, rhythm, and minimizing big mistakes. Once you can repeat laps within a couple tenths, you’ll know what actually needs adjusting. Braking & rotation. Pro 2 and Pro 2 Lite respond to a small trail‑brake to finish rotation. If you’re…