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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iRacing Has No Car Trial System: How to Research Before You Buy
No demos, no refunds, no trial laps. Here is exactly how to research any car before you buy it in iRacing and never make a purchase you regret.
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eNASCAR College iRacing Series Starts September 23
The eNASCAR College iRacing Series 2026-27 season kicks off September 23 at Echo Park. Registration through PlayVS is still open for eligible college students.
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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.
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The Case for a B-Class ARCA Series in iRacing
The ARCA cars in iRacing are fun to drive but the D-class environment doesn’t do them justice. Here’s why a B-class series following the real ARCA schedule, modeled on NIS, would work.
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iRacing Companion App 3.0 Is Live on iOS and Android
iRacing Companion App 3.0 is live on iOS and Android with automatic data sync, eight languages, and a rebuilt interface across several screens.
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Ailivery Builds Custom iRacing Liveries Without Photoshop
Ailivery is an AI-powered tool that builds custom iRacing liveries through a chat interface. Describe your paint scheme, refine it through conversation, and export a race-ready file without any Photoshop skills.
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How to Drive FWD Cars in iRacing
FWD cars in iRacing require different technique from rear-wheel drive. Here’s how throttle application, trail braking, and setup all shift when you switch to front-wheel drive.
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Why You Keep Spinning in iRacing
Spinning in iRacing usually comes down to which phase of the corner you are in. Learn to diagnose entry, mid-corner, and exit spins and apply the right fix for each one.
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iRacing Tri-Nations Cup 2026 Pre-Qualifying Opens August 21
The iRacing Tri-Nations Cup is back for its fifth year. Pre-qualifying at Spa-Francorchamps opens August 21, free and open to all eligible drivers from the UK, Australia, and South Africa. Top 10 per nation advance to the September 6 main event at Bathurst and Silverstone.
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iRacing Career Mode Confirmed for Season 4
iRacing Career Mode arrives in Season 4 with AI progression ladders, Save Game support, and no iRating impact. Here is every officially confirmed detail ahead of the September launch.
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Why Bass Shakers Are Sim Racing’s Most Underrated Upgrade
Bass shakers are one of the most overlooked upgrades in sim racing. Here is what they are, how they work with iRacing, what they add to the driving experience, and how to get started cheaply.
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Struggling with Racecraft in iRacing? How to Get Better at Wheel-to-Wheel Racing
Fast in practice but struggling once cars are around you? Here is the foundational guide to building real wheel-to-wheel racecraft in iRacing.
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Porsche Esports Supercup Regional Mid-Season Report
Three races down, two to go. Here is where every driver stands in the Porsche Esports Supercup Regional Championships halfway through the qualification season for Spa.
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iRacing FOV: How Monitor Distance Affects Lap Times
Most iRacing drivers run with the wrong FOV and never know it. Here is how your seating distance affects your field of view and what to do about it.
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iRacing Portimao 1000 Guide for August 14 and 15
The iRacing Portimao 1000 runs August 14 and 15. Here is what you need: car classes, minimum license, team rules, and how to find a session that works for your team.
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Does Top Speed Actually Matter for Faster Lap Times in iRacing?
Most iRacing drivers look for faster lap times in the wrong place. This guide explains why top speed is not where time is made in iRacing, and what the corners reveal instead.
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Le Mans Mistakes Most iRacers Make
The Circuit de la Sarthe has a short list of spots where laps and races are lost. Here is where iRacers go wrong at Le Mans and how to fix it.
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iRacing Knoxville Nationals 2026: Entry, Format, and Schedule
The iRacing Knoxville Nationals 2026, presented by SimpleTire, is running this week with World of Outlaws 410 Sprint Cars at Knoxville Raceway. Here is the full breakdown of entry requirements, the heat race format, the Alphabet Soup bracket, and when to catch the broadcast.
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How to Catch the Leader in iRacing Pack Racing
If your tandem keeps losing ground to the leading pack, the problem is usually strategy, not speed. Here is how to organize a cooperative push that actually works in iRacing oval racing.
