The iRacing Stock Car Pro Series rumors are setting the South American sim racing community on fire. Long considered the “hidden gem” of international touring car racing, Stock Car Brasil (now rebranded as the Stock Car Pro Series) features a field of 500-horsepower V8 monsters that routinely produce some of the closest finishes in motorsports. Recent whispers from the paddock at Interlagos suggest that iRacing has been scanning the two current heavyweights of the series: the Chevrolet Cruze and the Toyota Corolla.
The Ultimate V8 Challenge
If the iRacing Stock Car Pro Series reports are accurate, sim racers are about to experience a car unlike anything else on the service. These are not NASCAR-style stock cars; they are high-downforce, purpose-built road racers with sequential gearboxes and massive 6.8L V8 engines. One of the most anticipated features is the series’ unique “Push-to-Pass” system, which provides a significant horsepower boost for tactical overtaking. Implementing this in iRacing would require a dedicated tactical interface, adding a layer of strategic depth that fans have been craving.
The iRacing Stock Car Pro Series rumors gained major traction when several high-profile drivers—including former F1 stars Rubens Barrichello and Tony Kanaan—were seen testing specialized sim setups. Speculation suggests that iRacing is looking to expand its footprint in South America, and bringing the country’s premier championship to the service is the logical first step. The inclusion of the Chevy Cruze and Toyota Corolla would mark the first time these two rivals have faced off in a high-fidelity simulator, offering a new arena for the legendary manufacturer rivalry.
Manufacturers and Licensing
While Chevrolet has been the backbone of the series since 1979, the addition of Toyota Gazoo Racing in 2020 has revitalized the grid. The iRacing Stock Car Pro Series project is rumored to include both marques from day one, ensuring a diverse and competitive field. This “multi-make” approach is vital for the series’ identity, as the Cruze and Corolla feature distinct aerodynamic packages despite sharing the same mechanical underpinnings. For sim racers, this means a chance to choose a side in a battle that regularly sees 25 cars qualifying within half a second of each other.
When Can We Expect the Green Flag?
While iRacing has yet to drop a formal teaser, the iRacing Stock Car Pro Series is expected to be a cornerstone of an upcoming season build. With iconic tracks like Interlagos already on the service, the infrastructure for a premier Brasilian series is already in place. As the community waits for confirmation, the prospect of taking a 500HP V8 through the Senna S is the most exciting story in the world of touring car simulations. Stay tuned—the sound of Brasilian V8s is getting louder.
