iRacing Is Collaborating with Microsoft Research on AI Driver Coaching
iRacing is building AI driver coaching natively into the sim through a Microsoft Research collaboration using a Large Action Model, currently in the integration phase.
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iRacing’s New Graphics Engine ‘Spark’ Is On Schedule
iRacing’s Spark graphics engine has completed its vertical slice milestone and is now in production, with night lighting identified as the next priority and described as transformative.
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How to Get Out of Rookies (Without Cheating Yourself)
Getting out of iRacing Rookies isn’t about pit-starts or SR farming—it’s about clean pace. This guide gives you a weekly plan, qualifying habits, Lap-1 survival strategy, and simple drills so you promote naturally and arrive competitive in D/C/B.
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iRacing Season 2 Is Bringing Big HUD Upgrades
iRacing Season 2 introduces HUD Layout Profiles, a Visual Spotter for single-monitor users, a Throttle/Brake Timeline, and new Session Rules and Session Info widgets.
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iRacing’s GTE and TCR Classes Are Getting a Major Physics Overhaul in Season 2
iRacing is rebuilding the GTE and TCR classes from the ground up in Season 2, with all five GTE cars updated and the entire TCR lineup rebuilt with new physics and full rain capability.
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St. Petersburg Grand Prix Is Joining iRacing in Season 2
St. Petersburg Grand Prix is coming to iRacing in Season 2, bringing the iconic IndyCar street circuit to the sim just after its real-world season opener.
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RAM Truck Is Coming to iRacing’s Craftsman Truck Series
The RAM Truck is joining iRacing’s Craftsman Truck Series in Season 2, potentially completing a four-manufacturer NASCAR Truck grid for the first time in 14 years.
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NASCAR’s San Diego Street Circuit Is Targeted for iRacing in June
iRacing is targeting a June 2026 Season 3 release for the NASCAR San Diego street circuit at Naval Base Coronado, a brand-new event on the 2026 NASCAR Cup schedule.
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Audi RS3 LMS Gen2 TCR Is Coming to iRacing
The Audi RS3 LMS Gen2 TCR is joining iRacing in Season 2, replacing the Gen1 in the Legacy category and arriving alongside a class-wide physics rebuild.
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The 2026 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Gets a Refreshed Body Style in iRacing
iRacing has updated the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 to its 2026 NASCAR Cup spec, with a new hood, grille, and rocker panels matching the real car’s carbon performance package.
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iRacing’s February 2026 Development Update: Everything Announced
iRacing’s Season 2 development update covers new cars, new tracks, class-wide physics overhauls for GTE and TCR, major HUD upgrades, and previews of what’s coming later in 2026.
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iRacers Love to Hate Rain: A Survival (and Speed) Guide for Wet Races
Rain in iRacing has split the community — some see it as a test of skill, others as SR’s worst enemy. This guide explains why wet races feel unpredictable, how to survive them, and how to finally make rain racing click at tracks like Red Bull Ring.
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Endurance Racing for Beginners: How to Run Your First Team Event in iRacing
New to endurance racing in iRacing? Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to setting up your team, performing driver swaps, managing pit stops, and understanding fair share rules — everything you need to finish your first endurance race with confidence.
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Why You Hate Safety Rating (And How To Make It Work For You)
Safety Rating feels unfair when other people wreck into you. Here’s how to flip the script: treat SR as a defensive driving score, change your lap-one choices, and use longer races to rank up fast.
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The Most Wanted Content in iRacing
As iRacing’s 2026 Season 1 build approaches, the community has spoken loudly about what it wants next.Every forum thread, poll, and Reddit post seems to orbit the same dream list — more street circuits, more short tracks, and long-awaited car updates. The iRacing Wishlist 2026 has taken shape from months of community chatter, developer hints,…
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How iRacing Safety Rating Works: No-Fault Incidents, Promotions & Fast-Track Strategies
iRacing’s Safety Rating can be confusing. This guide breaks down how iRacing Safety Rating works, what the numbers mean, and how to rank up faster by racing smarter.
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Is iRacing Beginner Friendly?
If you’re thinking about jumping into iRacing but worry you’ll just get smoked by pros, you’re not alone. Many newcomers ask whether iRacing is beginner friendly, especially if their experience comes from games like Forza Motorsport or Gran Turismo 7. The good news is that iRacing is built with new drivers in mind, and its…
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iRacing Safety Car: Should Endurance Racing Have Cautions?
The iRacing safety car debate is a polarizing topic. For some, the “hot lap” nature of endurance racing is a pure test of stamina. For others, the lack of a Full Course Yellow (FCY) is a missed strategic opportunity. Road courses currently remain a dash where a single mistake often ends your race. Many drivers…
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The Perfect Sim Racing Driving Position
Getting your sim racing driving position right can completely transform your performance. It affects comfort, control, and consistency — and it’s one of the easiest ways to feel more connected to your car. A simple reference image that’s been circulating online highlights how to position your seat, pedals, and wheel for optimal ergonomics. These angles…
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The Future of iRacing: New Graphics, Career Mode, and 2026 Roadmap
The iRacing 2026 Roadmap represents a transformative period for the simulation as the development team overcomes long-standing legacy technology barriers. While Season 1 delivered significant updates like the Widget Editor and new street circuits, the future holds even deeper advancements. Specifically, iRacing is focusing on a new rendering engine, a dedicated career mode, and an…
