2026 Season 2 Initial Release Notes [2026.03.09.03]
The full official release notes for iRacing’s 2026 Season 2 build, posted March 10, 2026.
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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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Here’s Everything Coming in iRacing’s Season 2 Update
iRacing just dropped the full Season 2 release notes and there’s a lot to unpack. Here’s every major thing coming in the March build.
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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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Langley Speedway | Lanier National Speedway | Long Beach | Red Bull Ring | Sebring International Raceway | USA International Speedway
Six iRacing Tracks Are Getting Visual Upgrades in Season 2
iRacing is delivering visual upgrades to Long Beach, Sebring, Red Bull Ring, and three short ovals in Season 2, with treatments ranging from 3D kerbs to full art overhauls.
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iRacing’s Oval Physics Are Getting a Rubber and Drafting Overhaul in Season 2
iRacing is updating oval rubber behavior and the NASCAR O’Reilly Series drafting model in Season 2, with CFD-based side-drafting improvements and refined rubber buildup.
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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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The Lotus 49 Is Getting Rain Capability and a New Tire Model in Season 2
The Lotus 49 gets rain capability and an updated tire model in iRacing Season 2, using a period-correct all-weather tire rather than a modern dedicated wet compound.
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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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Barber Motorsports Park Gets a Ground-Up Rebuild in iRacing
iRacing rebuilt Barber Motorsports Park from scratch using new laser scan data, capturing the track’s 2024 repave, updated runoff areas, and facility changes.
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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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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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Behind the Scenes: How iRacing Decides What to Build Next
If you’ve ever wondered how iRacing chooses content, the answer involves more than community polls or wish lists.Each new car or track passes through a process of licensing, scanning, technical feasibility, and fan demand before it makes it to your simulator.From the first handshake with a racing series to the moment a laser scanner hits…
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Should iRacing Add Officially Licensed F3, F2, Formula One, and Formula E Cars?
Would official F3, F2, F1, and Formula E cars make iRacing better—or just divide the player base? This article explores licensing hurdles, participation risks, and whether iRacing’s current open-wheel lineup already delivers a complete FIA-style ladder.
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Adelaide Street Circuit | Build Notes & Updates | Coming #soon | Lucas Oil Speedway | Miami International Autodrome | Mount Panorama Circuit (Bathurst) | Rockingham Speedway
iRacing 2026 Season 1: New Tracks and Visual Refreshes
The iRacing 2026 Season 1 build introduces a massive expansion to the track catalog. Specifically, this update features two world-class street circuits and significant visual overhauls for existing venues. These additions officially launch on December 9th, 2025. Adelaide Street Circuit Joins the Roster The legendary Adelaide Street Circuit is finally available for purchase. This two-mile…
