How to Save FFB Settings Per Car in iRacing
iRacing Season 3 changed how per-car FFB works. Here is how to save your force feedback settings by car using the new Controls Profiles system.
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Best Sim Racing Wheels for iRacing in 2026
Finding the best sim racing wheels for iRacing can feel overwhelming with so many options on the market in 2026. Whether you are just getting started or upgrading from an old belt-driven wheel, the right wheelbase transforms how iRacing feels under your hands. In this guide, we break down every tier from budget-friendly entry points…
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Direct Drive vs Belt Drive vs Gear Drive
Choosing between direct drive vs belt drive sim racing wheelbases is one of the biggest decisions you will face when building or upgrading your rig. Each technology has distinct strengths, and your budget, experience level, and iRacing goals should guide the choice. In this guide, we break down how gear-driven, belt-driven, and direct-drive wheelbases work,…
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Direct Drive vs Belt vs Gear Drive Wheels
Every sim racing wheel uses one of three motor technologies to create force feedback: gear drive, belt drive, or direct drive. The technology inside your wheel base determines how the force feedback feels, how fast it responds, and how much detail it communicates about what the car is doing on track. Understanding these differences helps…
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Best Sim Racing Wheels for iRacing in 2026
Your wheel is the single most important piece of hardware in your sim racing setup. It is your connection to the car, and the quality of that connection directly affects how fast you can go and how much fun you have getting there. Choosing the right wheel for iRacing in 2026 means understanding the tiers,…
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How to Set Up Force Feedback in iRacing: A Coach’s Guide
Good force feedback in iRacing is not about maximum strength. Here is a coach’s breakdown of wheel settings, linear mode, and per-car tuning for better feel and faster laps.
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Real-Life GTP Pro Says iRacing’s GTPs Feel Like “Rain Tyres in the Dry”
A BMW GTP pro called iRacing’s prototypes “floaty—like rain tyres in the dry,” reigniting the realism vs. feel debate. The community praises better cold-tire behavior but wants clearer limit feedback and smoother grip progression—changes a pending tire overhaul could deliver.
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Simucube 3: Rumors and Expectations
For weeks, the sim racing world has been watching Simucube’s social media for hints of a new product, and the teasers have been cryptic but consistent. The Finnish manufacturer, known for its high-end direct drive wheelbases, has been hinting at a new generation of hardware with a “3” teaser campaign, featuring three vertical lights set…
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A Very Early Look at iRacing’s 2026 Season 1 Build: What’s Coming?
Street circuits, dirt road toys, and long-teased content are lining up for iRacing’s December update. Below is a tight, practical preview based on items either confirmed for the 2026 Season 1 build or credible enough to be in the running. We’re skipping far-off projects and sticking to what’s most realistic for December. What’s Confirmed for…
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NTMv10 Tire Model Enters Final Testing Phase
The iRacing NTMv10 tire model is entering its final round of internal testing.In the August 2025 development update, iRacing confirms that the new physics system is almost complete after more than a year of work. Developers say NTMv10 will deliver major upgrades to tire heat simulation, force feedback, and overall car feel. This project is…
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iRacing Shares First Look at NTMv10
The iRacing NTMv10 tire model has been teased in the latest development blog, giving fans an early look at what could be the sim’s most advanced tire system to date. Several screenshots reveal testing tools, contact patch heat maps, and new data visualizations used by the physics team to fine-tune the next-generation model. Executive Producer…
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A New Era for Tire Physics
The iRacing NTMv10 tire model is now officially in development. In the latest dev blog, Executive Producer Greg Hill confirms that the physics team has begun work on a completely new tire architecture. This upgrade aims to improve contact patch modeling, heat buildup, and overall handling across every car class. Hill describes the project as…
