How Fixed Tires Work in iRacing IMSA GT3 Races
Fixed tire races in iRacing’s IMSA GT3 series lock your tire selection and setup before the pit lane opens. If you come from open format, the way you approach each stint changes significantly.
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Night Racing Is Coming to iRacing for the First Time
iRacing’s new physically-based lighting engine enables night racing on fully lit tracks for the first time. The August 2026 development update confirms the project is nearing completion.
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iRacing Career Mode Enters Final Polish with 7 Distinct Paths
iRacing Career Mode is in final polish with seven distinct paths spanning grassroots to elite racing, all included free with standard membership and no extra purchases required.
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Run Crew Chief on a Second PC for iRacing VR
Running Crew Chief and overlay apps on your iRacing PC cuts into VR frame rates. Here is how to offload them to a second PC using iracing-teleport.
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How to Display GT3 Tire Data on a Second Screen in iRacing
GT3 cars in iRacing record tire temperatures, pressures, and wear every lap. Here is how to route that data to a second screen using SimHub and a GT3 DDU layout, so you can read it at a glance during any race.
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How to Learn a New iRacing Track Faster
Practice sessions on a new iRacing circuit should follow a structure, not just add laps. Here is a repeatable process for building braking references, fixing problem sections, and adding speed without random guessing.
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iRacing Confirms Track Reverb and Driver Gear for Season 4
iRacing has confirmed Track Reverb audio, new driver gear, and a physics overhaul for an undisclosed oval car for Season 4. Here is what the developer has officially committed to for the September build.
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iRacing Crandon Championship 2026 Qualifying Open Now
The iRacing Crandon Championship presented by Trak Racer is live this week, with qualifying open through August 30 in the Lucas Oil Pro 4 Off-Road Truck at Crandon International Raceway.
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What a 6000-iRating Sportscar Coach Learned About Going Fast in iRacing
Getting faster in iRacing takes more than seat time. Here’s what experienced sportscar drivers and coaches consistently teach about going fast in iRacing.
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How to Set Up Six Bass Shakers in Your Sim Rig
A six-unit bass shaker setup gives you separate feedback zones for braking, lateral G-force, and road texture in iRacing. Here is what you need, where to mount each shaker, and how to configure SimHub for a full six-zone rig.
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Open Setup Racing in iRacing for New Drivers
Learn how iRacing open setup racing works, why the setup gap is smaller than it feels, and three adjustments new drivers can make without a setup sheet.
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Best VR Headsets for PC Sim Racing Right Now
The right VR headset for sim racing depends on your GPU and budget. Here are the five best options, from the Pimax Dream Air to the Meta Quest 3, ranked by what they do best.
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iRacing Gen 7 Superspeedway Package: How the New Aero Works
NASCAR’s Gen 7 superspeedway aero package debuts August 29 at Daytona, but iRacing hasn’t updated yet. Here’s what changed, how it will affect driving, and when to expect the sim update.
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Garrett Manes Wins First Career eNASCAR Race at Daytona in Triple Overtime
Garrett Manes drove from 34th to first at Daytona International Speedway to claim his first career eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Championship Series win, setting a chaotic 10-driver playoff field.
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Trail Braking and Brake Bias in iRacing
Trail braking in iRacing isn’t about braking later. It’s about what you do with the pedal after turn-in. This guide covers the technique, how it connects to brake bias, common mistakes, and how to practice it safely.
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iRacing Subscription Price Increase Takes Effect August 18
iRacing has raised subscription prices for only the second time since its 2008 launch. New monthly and annual rates took effect on August 18, 2026.
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The Best Cars to Build Good Habits in iRacing
Picking the right iRacing beginner car sets the foundation for everything that comes after. Here is what the community consistently recommends by discipline and why.
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iRacing Arcade Console Launch Hits PS5 and Xbox This Friday
iRacing Arcade arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 21 for $24.99, bringing four new cars and five new circuits. PC players get the same update free.
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How to Use Public Practice in iRacing
iRacing public practice is one of the most underused tools on the platform. This guide covers everything you need to know, from finding sessions to making the most of your time on track.
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2026 Sim Racing Hardware Spec Sheet for iRacing
A reference spec sheet for sim racing hardware compatible with iRacing in 2026. Covers wheelbases, pedals, cockpits, shifters, and display and PC considerations across all budget tiers, with compatibility data, verified specs, and notes on ecosystem lock-in and the used market.
