Beginner Setup and Driving Tips for the Dirt 358 Modified
Momentum, attitude, and throttle controlโhereโs how to start fast.
Dirt oval racing in iRacing covers everything from entry-level street stocks and legends cars to winged 305s, big block modifieds, and Super Late Models. iRacing launched dirt oval racing on March 29, 2017 and has since built one of the most complete dirt simulation lineups in sim racing.
Momentum, attitude, and throttle controlโhereโs how to start fast.
The Dirt Sprint Cars in iRacing have received a major upgrade with the addition of the New Damage Model (NDM). This update, introduced in the 2023 Season 2 build, brings a new level of realism to one of dirt racingโs most popular classes, including the 360 Sprint Car. With the NDM, wheel-to-wheel contact, wall impacts,…
A visual showcase of the Dirt 358 Modified on classic dirt ovals.
The New Damage Model (NDM) has been enabled for all Dirt Sprint Cars in iRacing, bringing one of the most popular dirt racing classes closer than ever to its real-world counterpart. This update applies to the full Sprint Car lineup, including the 305, 360, and 410, and transforms how these high-powered machines respond to contact…
A visual showcase of the Big Block on classic dirt ovals.
The World of Outlaws Super Late Model is one of iRacingโs most visually striking dirt oval cars. Its wide bodywork, aggressive stance, and suspension geometry create spectacular angles on trackโlifting the left front, digging the right rear, and kicking up rooster tails of dirt. This gallery is a showcase of the carโs design, detail, and…
The World of Outlaws Super Late Model represents the peak of dirt oval racing in iRacing. With extreme horsepower, wide tires, and advanced suspension geometry, it delivers blistering speed and razor-thin margins for error. For new drivers, this car can feel intimidating, but with the right setup adjustments and driving discipline, you can harness its…
The World of Outlaws Super Late Model is the crown jewel of iRacingโs Dirt Oval program. As the most powerful and demanding car in the Late Model ladder, it challenges drivers with blistering speed, razor-thin margins for error, and a true professional racing feel. This guide covers the carโs background, what it offers racers, how…
Specs, handling notes, and what makes the Dirt Midget unique.
Simple setup advice and driving basics for new Midget racers.
Physics, tires, and geometry refreshed as part of Dirt Refresh.
The Dirt Midget officially arrives in iRacing.
A visual showcase of the Dirt Midget on dirt ovals.
The World of Outlaws Super Late Model has officially been added to iRacingโs Dirt Oval program, marking the arrival of one of the most powerful and prestigious cars in short-track dirt racing. This release introduced fans to the pinnacle of the Late Model ladder, combining blistering horsepower with razor-edge handling that demands precision and patience….
iRacing adds the Dirt Midget to its dirt oval lineup.
The Dirt Pro Late Model is one of iRacingโs most photogenic dirt cars. With wide body panels, aggressive stance, and the classic Late Model suspension hike, itโs a car that looks just as dramatic in screenshots as it feels behind the wheel. This gallery is dedicated to showcasing the Pro Late Model across different dirt…
Specs, handling, and racing style of the UMP Modified.
Tips for getting started with the UMP Modified.
A visual showcase of the UMP Modified on dirt ovals.
The Dirt Pro Late Model offers a perfect balance of power and drivability, but it still requires discipline to run consistently at the front. New drivers often struggle with car control once the track transitions from tacky to slick, where the margin for error shrinks. These beginner setup and driving tips are designed to help…