Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71
Adds four new cars, three World Circuit events, and a new Whistler Scapes location.
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Project Motor Racing engine depth
New details emerge regarding the high level of complexity in the title's engine simulation.
BGF exits bf1systems
The motorsport tech firm, which serves McLaren and Porsche, has been acquired by Lagercrantz.
OpenAI Provable Security
Greg Brockman announced training for mathematically provable secure code to prevent breaches.
BeamNG.drive mobile car crusher
A new, destructive mobile car crusher vehicle has been teased for the title.
Project Motor Racing LMDh rework
A new update reworks the LMDh class and moves VR and triple-screen modes into Beta.
Heusinkveld at SimRacing Expo
Heusinkveld Engineering will showcase its hardware at the Frankfurt event.
BMW M2 Competition handling guide
New insights into setup adjustments and driving characteristics for the M2.
Ford Fiesta R5 sim experience
An immersive look at the handling and rally performance of the Fiesta R5.
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Ford Fiesta R5 sim experience
A deep dive into the handling and performance of the Fiesta R5 in WRC 8.
TGR Philippines Esports GT qualifiers begin
Toyota Motor Philippines has opened registration for its 2026 championship series.
Train Sim World 6 adds fast German route
Dovetail Games has released the fastest-ever German route for the simulator.
Le Mans Ultimate September update
The next major update focuses on bug fixes and the addition of two new tracks.
Le Mans Ultimate reverses netcode
A hotfix restores the previous network protocol following reports of unnatural car behavior.
Gran Turismo 7 update confirmed
Four new cars are scheduled for release on August 20.
iRacing Arcade console release
Publisher iRacing.com and developer Original Fire Games confirm the upcoming console launch.
One-tonne Porsche 993
A limited run of 15 ultra-lightweight modified 993s weighing just 1,082kg.
Arcade Archives Cyber Cycles
The classic title launches August 20 across multiple platforms including Switch 2.
iRacing Arcade release trailer
Official footage showcases the intense arcade experience coming to consoles.
iRacing Arcade console trailer
A new official trailer showcases the gameplay for the upcoming arcade-style experience.
iRacing Arcade official trailer
The console release date trailer provides a first look at the Original Fire Games project.
iRacing Arcade official trailer
A new trailer showcases the console version developed by Original Fire Games.
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TGR Philippines Esports GT qualifiers
Qualifiers for the 2026 championship kick off this August.
The real costs of the Road to Indy
An analysis of the financial and physical grind for drivers in USF2000 and USF Pro 2000.
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LiteLLM supply-chain attack
Malicious versions of the LiteLLM library were discovered on PyPI, highlighting risks in AI infrastructure.
Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios
A new division dedicated to developing games for brands like Hot Wheels and UNO.
Mattel Game Studios launch
A new division will develop games based on Hot Wheels and other Mattel brands.
Le Mans Ultimate leagues on hiatus
Competitive events have been paused due to a spate of persistent game bugs.
iRacing Arcade official release date
Publisher iRacing.com and developer Original Fire Games confirm the August 21 launch.
Project Motor Racing teases Lamborghini Temerario
A new road car is expected to be unveiled soon for the sim racing title.
Local LLM mobile deployment
New guides emerge on the privacy and convenience of running small language models locally on phones.
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Compact sim rig solutions for small spaces
A review of immersive racing setups designed to fold away in small apartments.
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Compact rig solutions for small spaces
A guide on immersive sim racing setups that can fold away in small apartments.
Compact sim rig builds for apartments
A guide on creating immersive racing setups in limited living spaces.
Asetek Racing introduces virtual button box
A new firmware update integrates button box functionality directly into the wheel displays.
OpenAI previews Ultrafast GPT-5.6
A new speed-optimized mode for the flagship Sol model claims response times up to 14x faster for enterprise use.
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer arrives October
A new racing game set in the Star Wars universe is slated for a fall release.
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer arrives October
A new racing game set in the Star Wars universe is slated for a fall release.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer multiplayer
Details emerge regarding the Multiplayer Tour Mode in the upcoming title.
'Road to Sepang' tournament announced
Vertex Esports is organizing an online series ahead of Formula 1's return to the Sepang International Circuit.
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MPA and ByteDance reach AI copyright pact
The deal establishes output-layer protections but leaves training-data liability to the courts.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer multiplayer preview
Early hands-on reports describe the online Multiplayer Tour as chaotic but rewarding.
iRacing Arcade launches on consoles
The title arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 21st featuring split-screen and new content.
iRacing Arcade track list revealed
The upcoming console release will feature a blend of real-world and fictional circuits.
iRacing Arcade car list detailed
Launching in December, the game will include a mix of licensed and fictional racecars.
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iRacing Arcade pricing and details
The title will retail for $24.99 and features a more approachable racing experience.
Tim Jarschel wins DTM Esports 2026
Jarschel secured the championship at the LAN final with four podiums in four races.
GT Omega attending SimRacing Expo Frankfurt
The supplier will exhibit its latest products from October 16th-18th.
Ferrari 250 GT Sperimentale joins GT7 list
The one-off prototype won the Gran Turismo Award at Pebble Beach.