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Cadillac CTS-V | iRacing Cars | Sports Car

Setup School: Taming the CTS-V’s 3,200lb Bulk

The Cadillac CTS-V iRacing experience reached its competitive peak with the creation of the Global Challenge series. This unique multi-class environment brought together two of the most disparate machines on the service: the thunderous, rear-wheel-drive Cadillac CTS-V and the nimble, front-wheel-drive Kia Optima. The resulting “grid of contrasts” became a staple of the road racing…

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McLaren MP4-12C GT3

About: McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Based on the groundbreaking McLaren MP4-12C road car, the McLaren MP4-12C GT3 marries Formula 1 and innovative road-car technology to create a state-of-the-art racing sports car. The McLaren MP4-12C GT3 utilizes the same carbon MonoCell chassis as the 12C road car, along its 3.8 liter McLaren V8 twin turbo M838T engine, albeit detuned to 500…

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McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Tech Specs: McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Details: McLaren MP4-12C GT3 Constructor: McLaren Automotive Chassis: carbon MonoCell Engine manufacturer:McLaren M838T Engine type: V8 90 deg, DOHC, spark-ignition 4-stroke Fuel type: petrol (gasoline) Fuel system: indirect injection Bore: 93 mm / 3.66 in Stroke: 69.9 mm / 2.75 in Charge system: twin, intercooled turbochargers Valves per cylinder: 4 Valves timing: dual VVT (Variable…

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McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Screenshots: McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Check out these screenshots of iRacing.com’s virtual McLaren MP4-12C GT3. [divider] Screenshots

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McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Video: McLaren MP4-12C GT3

Check out this video of iRacing’s virtual McLaren MP4-12C. Enjoy! Video created by iRacing member, Alex Horn.

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V8 Supercars

Video: Ford V8 Super Car – 2012

Check out our latest upgrade to the Ford Falcon V8 Supercar engine sounds.

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V8 Supercars

About: Ford V8 Super Car – 2012

The Ford Falcon is one of the twin staples of the hugely popular Australian V8 Supercar Series. Together with arch rival Holden Commodores, the Ford Falcons contest what many believe to be the world’s most competitive and compelling sedan championship. The series is contested on the road courses and street circuits of Australia and New…

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V8 Supercars

Tech Specs: Ford V8 Super Car – 2012

Minimum Weight (less driver) 1355 kg. (2987 lbs.) Engine Size Five liters (305 cubic inches) Engine Design V8, push rod, two valves per cylinder Compression Ratio 10.5:1 HP 635 Fuel E-85 RPM Limit 7,500 RPM Transmission 6 speed Hollinger Top Speed 306 kph (190 mph)

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BMW Z4 GT3

iRacing and BMW partnership brings three cars to service

Here’s a look at the three cars iRacing will be bringing to the service. A little more light has been shed on the license iRacing has made with the BMW cars. Steve Myers posted that the GT3 car would run in the same class with the McLaren, the GT2 car would run in the same class…

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Kia Optima GX

Kia Optima GX Launch: A New Era of FWD Racing

The Kia Optima GX iRacing launch in August 2012 was a watershed moment for the sim racing road community. As the build went live, the “Optima” immediately became a polarizing but popular addition. It was the first time iRacing members were forced to deal with “torque steer” and the unique weight transfer of a FWD…

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Kia Optima GX

Official: Kia Optima GX Confirmed for 2012 Release

In June 2012, iRacing officially announced that the Kia Optima GX iRacing would join the service for the Season 3 build. This landmark announcement confirmed a deep partnership with Kia Motors America and Kinetic Motorsports to bring the 2012 Pirelli World Challenge specification to the digital track. The Kia Optima is a statement car—a machine…

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Honda HSV-010

iRacing.com to Build Digital Honda for New Super GT Series

by David Phillips on May 10th, 2012 on inRacingNews.com iRacing.com has bolstered its commitment to its Asian market with the announcement of new partnerships with Japan’s Super GT Series and the Honda Motor Company. Beginning in 2013, the Japanese Super GT Series will join NASCAR, GRAND-AM, IZOD IndyCar and the Australian V8 Supercar Championship in…

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Cadillac CTS-V | iRacing Cars | Sports Car

Cadillac CTS-V Launch: Heavyweight GT Performance

The Cadillac CTS-V iRacing launch in May 2012 marked a historic moment for the service, as it was the first time a high-performance GT race car was added to the base package for every member. This “gift” from Cadillac allowed over 30,000 sim racers to immediately experience the raw power of the Katech-built V8 and…

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Kia Optima GX

Rumors: Kia’s Turbocharged Optima Heading to iRacing

The Kia Optima GX iRacing rumors are currently the spark for a heated debate in the road racing community. For years, the service has been dominated by rear-wheel-drive machinery, but whispers from the iRacing headquarters suggest that a radical shift toward front-wheel-drive (FWD) performance is coming. The rumors point toward a partnership with Kia Motors…

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iRacing Cars | RUF RT 12R | Sports Car

Rumors: iRacing Partnering with RUF Automobile

The RUF RT 12R iRacing rumors are currently dominating every sim racing forum on the web. For years, iRacing members have pleaded for a rear-engine, flat-six machine to compete with the service’s growing GT field. However, with Porsche’s exclusive licensing deal with Electronic Arts remaining a “Great Wall” for other developers, iRacing has reportedly found…

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Cadillac CTS-V | iRacing Cars | Sports Car

Official: Cadillac CTS-V Racecar Announced for Spring 2012

The Cadillac CTS-V iRacing official announcement has arrived, confirming a major partnership between the world’s premier simulation service and Cadillac. Scheduled for release in May 2012, the Cadillac CTS-V Racecar is set to become a permanent fixture of the iRacing base content package, making it free for all members from the moment it launches. This…

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Cadillac CTS-V | iRacing Cars | Sports Car

Rumors: Cadillac Bringing the CTS-V Coupe to iRacing

The Cadillac CTS-V iRacing rumors are officially taking flight, signaling a massive shift for the service’s GT racing portfolio. While iRacing has spent years perfecting its open-wheel and stock car lineups, the sports car community has been clamoring for more modern, production-based race cars. Recent reports suggest that iRacing has secured a licensing deal with…

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Ford Mustang FR500S

Setup School: Taming the Live-Axle Beast

The Ford Mustang FR500S iRacing setup screen is where you confront the unique mechanical character of an “old school” pony car. Unlike modern GT machinery with independent rear suspension, the FR500S utilizes a classic live-axle rear end. This means that adjustments to one side of the rear suspension often affect the other, and your primary…

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Pontiac Solstice

Mastering the Solstice: The Secret to Momentum Racing

Mastering the Pontiac Solstice iRacing is the single most important skill a road racer can develop. Because the Solstice is a low-power, high-weight-transfer machine, it is the ultimate “momentum car.” Every time you touch the brakes or scrub the tires, you are losing speed that the 177hp Ecotec engine cannot easily regain. To find the…

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Ford Mustang FR500S

Mastering the Mustang: Early Braking and V8 Torque

Mastering the Ford Mustang FR500S iRacing experience is a masterclass in managing momentum and weight transfer. Unlike the lightweight Mazda MX-5, the Mustang is a 3,160-pound “heavyweight” that relies on its 4.6L V8 torque and mechanical grip. To excel in the Mustang Challenge or the Production Car Challenge, you must move beyond aggressive driving and…

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