The Volkswagen Jetta TDI is one of iRacing’s original touring cars, included free with all memberships since 2012.iRacing Released: November 19, 2012Manufacturer: VolkswagenClass: Touring CarDrive Type: FWD
The Volkswagen Jetta TDI iRacing legacy is defined as the ultimate “character” car of the touring ranks. Even as modern TCR cars have taken over the spotlight, the Jetta remains a legendary favorite, widely regarded by the community as the most “honest” teacher on the service. It represents a time when Volkswagen and iRacing collaborated…
Mastering the Volkswagen Jetta TDI iRacing is a lesson in patience and “short-shifting.” Because the Jetta is a front-wheel-drive, turbocharged diesel machine, it does not behave like the high-revving sports cars most drivers are used to. To find the podium in a Jetta TDI Cup event, you must learn to manage the massive low-end torque,…
The Volkswagen Jetta TDI iRacing launch in May 2011 brought a fresh, torque-heavy flavor to the road racing community. As the Season 2 update went live, the Jetta immediately carved out a niche as the “torque monster” of the lower-class tiers. The reception was overwhelmingly positive, with drivers noting the car’s stability and its unique…
In February 2011, iRacing officially announced that the Volkswagen Jetta TDI iRacing would join the service as part of the Season 2 build. This announcement was a major win for touring car enthusiasts, confirming a partnership with Volkswagen of America to recreate the 2010 spec-series champion. The Jetta TDI Cup is designed as a “bridge”…
The Volkswagen Jetta TDI iRacing rumors are sparking curiosity across the service as drivers look for something beyond the standard gasoline-powered grid. While most sim racers are used to high-revving engines, whispers from the development labs suggest that iRacing is finalizing a deal to bring the unique SCCA Pro Racing Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup to…