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RENNSPORT announces R1 Fall Season and SimRacing Expo ’26 finals path
RENNSPORT has outlined the unversioned R1 Fall Season structure, including qualifier hotlaps from August 10–16, qualifier rounds on August 21–23, the main season from September 1–29, and offline finals on October 18 at SimRacing Expo ’26 in Frankfurt.
Gran Turismo 7 teases August 2026 update with four new cars
Gran Turismo 7’s next update has been teased for next week, with four silhouetted cars shown and no detailed patch notes yet.
Project Motor Racing announces ModHub setup packs for GT3, GT4, 992 Trophy, and Aus V8
Project Motor Racing has published new ModHub setup packs curated by Jesper Pedersen and Michi Hoyer, with baseline setups for GT3, GT4, 992 Trophy, and Aus V8 available on the ModHub website and through the in-game Downloadable Content menu.
F1 25 announcement: EA Play limited-time offer live
EA announced a limited-time EA Play promotion tied to F1 25 access, plus member discounts on the 2026 Season Pack, PitCoin, and other EA digital purchases through August 18.
RaceRoom Summer Update 2026 announced for 4 August
RaceRoom has outlined its Summer 2026 update, including four new GT3 models, the DTM 2026 Car Pack, a first iteration of a new HUD, Nürburgring Nordschleife and Monza track updates, and dedicated server optimisations.
Project Motor Racing adds the free Aussie Rivals Pack
The unversioned announcement introduces the free Aussie Rivals Pack, adding the Holden Commodore VF and updating the AUS V8 class alongside Update 2.1.
Le Mans Ultimate announces US Track Pass and V1.4 changes for 28 July
Le Mans Ultimate’s 28 July release adds Pack 1 of the US Track Pass with Daytona and Laguna Seca, plus V1.4 changes to online services, protests and LiveSteward, brake thermal simulation, pit-lane flow, subscriber features, and final 2026 Alpine/Cadillac updates.
F1 25 announces 2026 Season Edition bundle and 2026 content
F1 25 has announced a 2026 Season Edition that bundles the base game with the 2026 Season Pack, adding the 2026 grid, new teams, updated driver line-ups, next-gen cars and the new MADRING circuit.
RENNSPORT updates its companion app with a redesigned interface and rebuilt foundation
RENNSPORT has rolled out an unversioned overhaul of its companion app, replacing the previous build with a faster foundation, a unified visual design, and updates to the Contest and Dash tabs.
Automobilista 2 1.6.9.91 update: MP rules fix, GT car access change, and wet-tire/AI tweaks
AMS2 1.6.9.91 is a small follow-up update with multiplayer event-setup fixes, vehicle model and cockpit corrections, DLC access enforcement for the latest 2004/2005 GT cars, and physics/AI changes focused on wet conditions, tires, and selected GT/LMP classes.
Project Motor Racing adds free PMR Test Centre via ModHub
A new free PMR Test Centre track complex is now available on all platforms via the ModHub, with six layouts, open test areas, and multiplayer/custom lobby support.
RaceRoom update: weekly events, Touring Car Series start, and sale details
RaceRoom’s latest weekly announcement outlines current sale discounts, the next Free 2 Play Weekly Race, refreshed Ranked Multiplayer schedules, the launch of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series, and DTM Esports 2026 Round 3.
Automobilista 2 v1.6.9.9 released
AMS2 v1.6.9.9 is live with new Historical Endurance Pack Pt2 content, ongoing V1.7 physics and AI work, wet-weather visual updates, AI wet-line support on selected tracks, and a small set of fixes.
RaceRoom announces Summer Sale and limited-time Touring Car Pack
RaceRoom’s Summer Sale runs from July 3 to August 3 with 50% off individual cars and tracks, alongside a limited-time Touring Car Pack and a four-round ranked Touring Car championship starting July 7.
Project Motor Racing reworks Factory Driver Challenge into rotating two-week leaderboard events
Project Motor Racing has reimagined the Factory Driver Challenge as a rotating leaderboard format: one car, one circuit, one target, with events changing every two weeks and showcasing a broader spread of the sim’s car roster.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted through July 28
The latest Forza Motorsport community calendar outlines featured community-run events running from July 7 through July 28, including r/FM4 weekly races and TORA’s Hockenheim 12H registration and event dates.
RENNSPORT R1 Spring Season 2026 moves to Sebring for Round 3
RENNSPORT has announced that R1 Spring Season 2026 Round 3 will be held at Sebring International Raceway, highlighting the circuit’s bumpy surface, technical layout, and the championship’s intensifying points fight at the halfway stage.
RENNSPORT announces Touring Classics Part 1 rollout
Touring Classics Part 1 is now live, Standard Edition pricing has been cut by 50%, PS5 Deluxe owners have been force-unlocked for the expansion despite a storefront display issue, and a hotfix is planned for next week for AI and other known issues.
Project Motor Racing: GT Icons Pack available now
Project Motor Racing has released the GT Icons Pack, adding nine cars across three classes plus the Rocky Knoll circuit as paid DLC and as part of the Year 1 Season Pass.
F1 25: 2026 Season Pack June driver ratings update announced
EA has announced a Driver Ratings update for F1 25’s 2026 Season Pack, based on results from the opening races through the Monaco 2026 Grand Prix.
Automobilista 2 1.6.9.81 live with fixes, AI tweaks, and DLC track access change
AMS2 1.6.9.81 adds crash and lobby/setup fixes, AI behavior tweaks, tire/visual corrections, and ends the free trial for Hungaroring, Historical Track Pt4 layouts, and Monza 2005 DLC content.
RENNSPORT announces storefront pricing and Deluxe package changes
The Standard Edition’s permanent 50% price drop has been delayed to June 25, while Deluxe Edition discounts are being paused until new DLC and extra content are folded into the package.
Assetto Corsa EVO announces EVO SR Safety Rating system for Daily Racing Portal
Assetto Corsa EVO has outlined EVO SR, a new Safety Rating system for the Daily Racing Portal that rewards sustained close, clean racing, applies contact attribution based on impact data, scales penalties by incident severity, and uses tiered ratings from Rookie to Class A.
Automobilista 2 v1.6.9.8 adds Renault F1 content, new track DLC, and league/server options
AMS2 v1.6.9.8 is live with the Renault R25/R26-era formula content, new historic track content and Hungaroring DLC, HUD and graphics additions, V1.7 physics revisions across multiple classes, AI and multiplayer fixes, and dedicated server support for per-user vehicle overrides.
RENNSPORT R1 Spring Season 2026 heads to Le Mans for Round 2
RENNSPORT has announced that R1 Spring Season 2026 Round 2 will be held at Circuit de la Sarthe, marking the series’ first-ever visit to Le Mans.
RENNSPORT shares Community Debrief #1 after Endurance Classics Part 1
RENNSPORT published a community debrief outlining feedback gathered after Endurance Classics Part 1 and said it is using that input to reshape its development pipeline, including areas already being fixed and next steps.
RENNSPORT announces the free Coast to Coast Update for June 11
RENNSPORT says the free Coast to Coast Update goes live June 11 at 09:00 CEST, adding Laguna Seca and Sebring, a second AI iteration, and several bug fixes, with about three hours of server downtime expected.
Gran Turismo 7 confirms June 11 hypercar-themed update
Gran Turismo 7’s June 11 update is confirmed with five new cars, new race events, Extra Menu 54, a Seasonal Menu, and a new Scapes location.
Forza Motorsport: community event calendar posted through June 27
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community calendar announcement covering featured player-run events scheduled from June 11 to June 27.
F1 25 announcement: startup crash linked to latest Steam Beta client
The F1 25 team says it is investigating reports of the game closing or crashing immediately after launch on the latest Steam Beta client. Their current workaround is to opt out of Steam Beta and return to the stable Steam client.
F1 25 confirms no Co-op Career in the 2026 Season Pack
Codemasters says Co-op Career will not be included in F1 25’s 2026 Season Pack, with development focused instead on 2026 rules, handling changes, a new circuit, and new teams.
Le Mans Ultimate adds 2026 season visuals, car updates, and free ADESS AD25
This announcement delivers a 2026 season refresh for Le Mans Ultimate, including updated event dressing and full-season WEC liveries, 2026-spec changes for existing WEC cars, the free ADESS AD25 LMP3, and Polish localisation.
F1 25 announces 2026 Season Edition and Season Pack
EA has announced the F1 25: 2026 Season Edition and a separate 2026 Season Pack for existing owners, adding 2026 rules and regulations, the new Overtake mode, Audi and Cadillac in My Team, and the new MADRING circuit restricted to 2026 cars.
F1 25 announcement: new in-game takeover and key art for the 2026 Season Pack
F1 25 now shows a new in-game takeover and refreshed key art tied to the launch of the purchasable 2026 Season Pack from June 3, 2026.
F1 25 announces 2026 Season Pack feature set
Codemasters has outlined the F1 25 2026 Season Pack, highlighting new rules, re-engineered cars, a new track, and a refreshed grid with new teams.
Gran Turismo 7 announces June 11 “Hypercar Update”
Gran Turismo 7 has announced a June 11 “Hypercar Update” adding four current WEC Hypercar-class prototypes plus the official WEC safety car.
Project Motor Racing announces GT Icons Pack for June 23
Project Motor Racing has announced the GT Icons Pack for June 23, adding nine cars across three late-1960s/early-1970s classes plus the Rocky Knoll circuit.
F1 25 announces 2026 Season Pack for June 3
EA says the 2026 Season Pack arrives June 3, adding the 2026 F1 grid changes, new cars, the Madrid-based MADRING circuit, and updated driver line-ups.
RENNSPORT announces Endurance Classics Part 1 and May 21 content drop
RENNSPORT has announced Endurance Classics Part 1 for May 21, opened the DLC for wishlisting, and confirmed a content update featuring the Kuala Lumpur Street Circuit, the Hyundai N Vision 74, free liveries, and broader base game stability improvements.
F1 25 announces 2026 Season Pack cover stars
Codemasters has announced the F1 25: 2026 Season Pack cover stars: Lewis Hamilton, Gabriel Bortoleto, and Valtteri Bottas.
RaceRoom announces Nürburgring 2.4H Special Event for May 23
RaceRoom has opened details for its Nürburgring 2.4H special event: a 144-minute GT3 race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife on May 23, with registration opening May 22 and split assignment based on Driver Ranking.
Assetto Corsa Rally announces FIA Esports Global Rally Tour qualifier details
We’re tracking a new official FIA Esports competition in Assetto Corsa Rally, including entry rules, the qualifying format, and the first announced official car-and-stage combo.
RENNSPORT outlines pricing changes, staggered discounts, and May DLC plans
RENNSPORT says its targeted May release will center on the Deluxe Edition at €38.49, with included paid content through September, staggered storefront discounts, a first upgraded AI iteration in the May DLC, and a new post-release Community Debrief process.
Le Mans Ultimate joins the Logitech McLaren G Challenge summer season
Le Mans Ultimate has been added to the Logitech McLaren G Challenge, with qualifying available through in-game Daily Races and prize eligibility tied to participation and registration.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for May 4–17
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community schedule covering ongoing weekly events and dated races, registrations, and series rounds running through May 17.
RENNSPORT outlines May DLC targets, visual updates, and longer-term content plans
RENNSPORT shared a transparency-focused announcement covering stability priorities, visual refinements and free liveries targeted for May, plus a roadmap of tracks, cars, and seasonal updates planned after that release.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for Apr 27–May 2
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community calendar covering ongoing league-hosted sessions and scheduled events through May 2, including FTC Academy, Wacky Races, TORA, Late Night Racing, r/FM4, and 1 Hour of Racing activities.
Gran Turismo 7 announces April 23 content update and maintenance window
Gran Turismo 7’s next update is set for April 23, adding three cars: the Renault Twingo, Porsche 964 Turbo S, and Yangwang U9. Server maintenance is scheduled for 06:00–08:00 UTC, with limited access during downtime.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for April 20–26
We’ve got the latest Forza Motorsport community calendar: ongoing weekly events continue, with featured community races scheduled from April 23 through April 26 across Grand Oak, Hakone, Bathurst, Le Mans Old Mulsanne, Suzuka, and Mugello.
RENNSPORT shifts to self-publishing and moves its next update target to May
RENNSPORT says it is taking platform operations and digital infrastructure in-house, which has pushed its previously planned end-of-March release window to a May target while backend and storefront handovers are completed.
Gran Turismo 7 teases a three-car update for next week
Gran Turismo 7’s next update is slated for next week, with three cars teased by Kazunori Yamauchi; no new track is indicated in the teaser.
RaceRoom announces DTM Esports Pack and 2026 championship format
RaceRoom has released the DTM Esports Pack, bundling 6 GT3 cars and all 2026 championship tracks, and outlined that the 2026 DTM Esports Championship will run through Ranked Multiplayer with split-based matchmaking and points for all participants.
RaceRoom announces Imola 2 Hours Special Event
RaceRoom has opened details for a new April 25 Special Event at Imola, featuring multi-class racing with LMDh and GT3 over a 2-hour race distance.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for April 13–19
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community calendar announcement covering ongoing league sessions and scheduled events through April 19, including MX-5, touring car, rotary, and stock-car-style races.
Project Motor Racing details expanded throttle response model
The developers outlined the throttle response model introduced in Update 2.0 and expanded in 2.0.0.2, with a more accurate non-linear mapping from throttle input to torque output and rollout across several car classes.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for April 6–12
We’ve got this week’s official Forza Motorsport community calendar, covering ongoing league sessions and featured events running from April 7 through April 12.
Le Mans Ultimate announces GMR Sim-to-Sim Challenge around the Genesis GMR-001
Le Mans Ultimate has announced a time-limited online competition tied to the Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar, running 31 March to 7 April in Silver Daily Races at Spa-Francorchamps, with five leaderboard winners earning a Genesis Magma Racing workshop and simulator visit.
Automobilista 2 1.6.9.5 adds F-Edge, F-Hybrid Gen1, and league-facing multiplayer fixes
AMS2 1.6.9.5 is live with two new base-game formula classes, initial V1.7 physics revisions across a long list of classes, high-downforce configurations for several formula categories, multiplayer result/lap-count fixes, AI updates, HUD and visual tweaks, and pit-box/layout changes at multiple tracks.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for March 30–April 4
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community calendar announcement covering ongoing weekly events and scheduled races from March 31 through April 4.
RaceRoom expands free-to-play content with 3 tracks and weekly free races
RaceRoom has added Laguna Seca, Twin Ring Motegi, and Mantorp Park to its permanent free-to-play track lineup, alongside the already free Alpine A110 Cup. The sim also says these tracks will rotate through daily ranked races with the A110 Cup, and a new weekly free-to-play multiplayer race will run every Wednesday.
Assetto Corsa Rally: Community Q&A #2 recording published
The developers have published the full recording of Community Q&A #2, including discussion of upcoming updates and new details on the next two cars and locations.
Le Mans Ultimate announces V1.3 with final ELMS Pack 3 content and league-facing updates
LMU’s unversioned V1.3 announcement adds the Duqueine D09 and Barcelona 2025 non-chicane layout, new Silverstone and Paul Ricard layouts, 44-car ELMS grids at Imola/Spa/Portimão, Logitech TRUEFORCE and haptics support, UI/performance work, and a rewritten broadcast overlay.
Project Motor Racing outlines new ECU telemetry widget in Update 2.0
Project Motor Racing has detailed the new ECU Widget arriving with Update 2.0, including live telemetry views for loads, drivetrain power, differential locking, and fuel data, plus notes on availability by car and HUD setup.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for March 23–29
The latest Forza Motorsport community calendar outlines community-run events scheduled through March 29, including ongoing weekly races and one-off league rounds hosted by multiple groups.
Forza Motorsport community calendar posted for March 16–22
We’ve got this week’s official community calendar for Forza Motorsport, covering ongoing community sessions plus featured events from March 17 through March 22 across Brands Hatch, Catalunya, Indianapolis GP, Mugello, Laguna Seca, and Bathurst.
Forza Motorsport community calendar updated through March 14
We’ve got a new Forza Motorsport community calendar announcement covering ongoing league activity and scheduled races from March 10-14, including events at Suzuka, Brands Hatch, Sebring, Daytona Sports Car, and a 12H Sebring endurance race.
Gran Turismo 7 announces an update for next week with three teased cars
An out-of-cycle Gran Turismo 7 update has been announced for next week, with Kazunori Yamauchi teasing three covered vehicles. No official contents beyond the teaser have been confirmed yet.
Project Motor Racing explains new License Points system for Ranked Online
Project Motor Racing outlined how License Points work in Ranked Online alongside update 1.7.0.0, including starting balances, recovery, entry thresholds, protest handling, and a planned telemetry-driven expansion after the April Championships.
Project Motor Racing adds free Ford Falcon V8 DLC
A free Ford Falcon V8 Supercar (2013) is now available on all platforms alongside Update 1.7.0.0 for Project Motor Racing.
Project Motor Racing explains GT3 tyre temperature HUD behavior after 1.6.0.1
An official Project Motor Racing post explains that GT3 cars now use a new tyre model in 1.6.0.1, with the HUD’s tyre colour indicator sampling closer to the surface while the numeric value shows core temperature.
Forza Motorsport announces Daily Racers Tour
A new Career Tour focused on everyday performance cars has been announced, spanning four series and a Challenge Hub unlock.
Project Motor Racing announcement: brake-bias and LMDh handling changes
Project Motor Racing’s latest announcement says update 1.6.0.0 changes brake balance behavior in LMDh, GT3, GT4, and 992 Cup, with older custom setups needing review, and adds broader LMDh tyre, engine, and braking refinements.
Forza Motorsport: Daily Racers Tour returns, Hyundai reward challenge live
Forza Motorsport’s February 5 announcement brings back the Daily Racers Tour in Career, adds a Sebring-in-Hyundai reward challenge for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5N, and spotlights two Featured Multiplayer series.
Automobilista 2 outlines its 2026 roadmap
Reiza has shared a 2026 development preview for Automobilista 2, outlining planned gameplay, multiplayer, rules, modding, HUD, simulation, and content additions, while stressing that timings and individual items may still change.
Forza Motorsport: Featured Multiplayer rotates in IndyCar, GT3, Daytona, P1, Formula Mazda and more
This week’s Forza Motorsport update is an announcement of Featured Multiplayer series changes, led by the 2025 Chevrolet IndyCar and 2025 Honda IndyCar joining the IndyCar Series.
Forza Motorsport: Featured Multiplayer series update for January 22
The latest Forza Motorsport weekly announcement refreshes the current Featured Multiplayer lineup, highlighting active and upcoming series across sports cars, GT2, NASCAR, prototypes, MX-5s, multi-class, AWD, and Grand Prix rivals.
Automobilista 2 v1.6.9.3 update live
AMS2 v1.6.9.3 adds another round of minor fixes and adjustments across graphics, VR, audio, physics, AI, vehicles, and tracks, with a few venue capacity changes.
Forza Motorsport: featured multiplayer rotation for January 15
This week’s Forza Motorsport announcement outlines the current Featured Multiplayer series lineup, including sports cars, open-wheel, GT3, prototypes, junior spec racing, and additional spec/class playlists.
Automobilista 2 1.6.9.2 adds AI, TAA, and DLC access fixes
AMS2 v1.6.9.2 is live with TAA improvements, oval and multiclass AI updates, minor physics and vehicle fixes, and a change that restricts certain bonus/DLC content to eligible DLC owners or bundles.
Forza Motorsport adds Logitech McLaren G Challenge Bonus Stage
A new Featured Rivals event is live in Forza Motorsport as part of the Logitech McLaren G Challenge Bonus Stage, with sweepstakes eligibility tied to Discord sign-up.
Forza Motorsport: weekly event rotation and Winter Camo suit announced
This week’s Forza Motorsport announcement adds a Winter Camo racing suit challenge and rotates in several featured series, including Daytona Sports Car, NASCAR, Forza GT2, Forza P1, Lamborghini, Ferrari FXX Spec, and Vintage Le Mans Prototype.
F1 25 Season 5 starts with two Scenario Races and a refreshed Podium Pass
Season 5 runs from January 7 to March 3 across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, adding two Scenario Races, new reward liveries, and a refreshed 50-level Podium Pass.
Forza Motorsport: Nemesis Tour returns and January multiplayer rotates in
The January 1 Forza Motorsport update post brings back the Nemesis Tour in Career, adds a Yas Marina challenge reward, and refreshes Featured Multiplayer with January event rotations.
Automobilista 2 updated to V1.6.9.1
Automobilista 2 V1.6.9.1 adds immediate fixes and improvements across auto-fuelling, UI/HUD, physics, AI, and vehicle-specific display and livery updates.
Automobilista 2 1.6.9 hotfixes deployed (build 3136)
Reiza pushed minor AMS2 1.6.9 hotfixes without changing the version number; the latest build remains 3136 and focuses on HUD fixes, new-content adjustments, and AI behavior updates.
Assetto Corsa Competizione: 2025 Liveries Pack released on PC
The free 2025 Season update is live for Assetto Corsa Competizione on PC via Steam, adding the official 2025 GT World Series championship liveries.
F1 25 announcement: Steam Awards VR nomination
F1 25 has been nominated for Steam’s "VR Game of the Year" award, and voting is now open via Steam.
Forza Motorsport: Forza Year in Review 2025 announcement
A year-end Forza post highlights favorite 2025 news and celebrates community-created photos, liveries, and other player creativity across the Forza ecosystem.
Forza Motorsport announces returning Nemesis Tour from January 1
Forza Motorsport has announced the Nemesis Tour will return on January 1, with the Daily Racers Tour and Italian Challengers Tour also planned for the following months.
Forza Motorsport: Featured Multiplayer rotation for December 11
This week’s Forza Motorsport announcement updates the Featured Multiplayer lineup with NASCAR, Forza GT2, Forza Proto-H, Ginetta Junior Spec, Formula 60s, Forza AUS, ABCS Multi-Class, and FWD series.
iRacing announces 2026 Season 1 Initial Release
iRacing’s 2026 Season 1 initial release adds two new cars, two new paved tracks, new dirt road configs, major Sim UI updates, vehicle and track model changes, more AI support, and additional app languages ahead of the season start on December 16 at 0000 UTC.
Forza Motorsport: Logitech McLaren G Challenge Qualifier #3 goes live
Qualifier #3 for the Logitech McLaren G Challenge is now live in Forza Motorsport as a Featured Rivals event at Maple Valley in the McLaren P1 GTR.
Assetto Corsa Rally adds first Steam Deck Playable status
Assetto Corsa Rally is now officially labeled Playable on Steam Deck, with further Deck optimization planned over the coming weeks.
Assetto Corsa Rally shares five beginner driving tips
An official beginner-focused announcement covers pace notes, finishing consistently, using assists early, starting in slower cars, and treating damage and mistakes as part of rally learning.
F1 25 confirms a paid 2026 expansion and a reworked series return in 2027
EA SPORTS says F1 25 will cover both the 2025 and 2026 FIA Formula One World Championships via a paid expansion, adding 2026 cars, regulations, teams, and drivers. It also confirms the next full series entry will arrive in 2027 with a refreshed experience.