EU AI Act Enforcement
The European Union begins enforcing sweeping regulations on AI companies and technologies.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-08-25
ddNews · sim racing news for Dirk — the iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate
Simagic TB-Neo Pricing
The handbrake launches at $139 with a 100kg load cell.
Ford's LMDh Hypercar revealed
The new Le Mans entry features a naturally aspirated 9,000-RPM V8 with Mustang DNA.
Road Kings Truck Sim
Saber's new simulation title is slated for a March 2027 release on PC and consoles.
Rennsport 'Kings of the Ring' update
September release expected to bring new cars, a track, and critical AI/FFB improvements.
F1 Sim Racing India Open in Kohima
The event will take place on August 28-29, featuring a prize pool of 2 crore INR.
GT tire physics challenges
Kazunori Yamauchi reveals that tire simulation remains the hardest unsolved problem for Polyphony Digital.
MOZA Racing Gamescom 2026 Preview
The brand will showcase new licensed wheels from Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Ford, alongside a MotoGP simulator and AI coaching.
BeamNG.drive PS5 Pro compatibility
Teasers showcase the implementation of PSSR upscaling for the Pro console.
Max Verstappen "Max vs 100"
Red Bull announces a massive 101-driver karting event at Silverstone on September 16.
MOZA teases Porsche-inspired wheel
A new wheel based on the 911 GT3 RS is expected to be revealed at Gamescom 2026.
F1 Sim Racing India Open in Kohima
Nagaland will host a round of the 2026 open at the Tech X Gaming Expo.
Simagic TB-Neo Handbrake
A new budget-friendly load cell handbrake with optional haptic and hydraulic upgrades.
Multiverse Computing 4-Bit Healing
A new technique claims to beat full-precision models, improving small model efficiency.
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Michelin WEC Partnership
Michelin will remain the official Hypercar and LMGT3 tyre supplier until the end of 2032.
US and EU diverge on AI regulation
A comparative look at the differing regulatory approaches to AI technology categories.
Simucube at SimRacing Expo
The manufacturer will showcase its latest hardware in Frankfurt from October 16-18.
Sim-Lab confirms Expo appearance
The Dutch rig manufacturer will be exhibiting at the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt.
Professional F1 rig breakdown
A technical look at a compact setup featuring Playseat Formula Instinct and MOZA active pedals.
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WEC Austin entry list
Ricky Taylor joins Jota Cadillac as the series returns from its two-month break.
Bus Simulator 27 trailer
The upcoming title introduces a four-player co-op mode set in Felicia Bay.
iiyama G-Master at Gamescom
The monitor manufacturer will present new sim-racing displays and esports hardware.
EU AI Act Standard EN 18286:2026
The first European standard to support the implementation of the AI Act has been published.
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F1 Sim Racing India Open
The Mumbai Falcons are bringing the Kohima round to the Tech X Gaming Expo on August 28-29.
Clutch moves to Focus Entertainment
The open-world racer has parted ways with Amazon and will be playable at Gamescom.
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F1R Sim Racing India Open
The Mumbai Falcons will host the Kohima round of the competition on August 28-29.
Maverick Games' CLUTCH preview
new details emerge on the open-world racing game featuring a French Riviera map.
Universal MOTO sim rig
A new hardware invention designed to work across various consoles and games.
Universal MOTO sim rig guide
A new technical approach to building motorcycle simulators compatible with any console or game.
Michelin Hypercar deal extended
The FIA and ACO confirmed Michelin as the exclusive Hypercar tire supplier through 2032.
INR 2 crore prize pool for F1R Open
Mumbai Falcons confirms a massive purse for the upcoming Kohima event.
iRacing Arcade available for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S
The third-person arcade racing title from iRacing Studios and Original Fire Games is officially out.
Ox Alpha AI model emerges
a new high-performing model with video input capabilities is topping benchmarks.
FRONTIER Act AI containment
US lawmakers are pushing for new legislation regarding the containment of frontier AI models.
This Week in iRacing
The schedule for August 25th to August 31st, 2026, is now available.
Enterprise Agentic AI adoption
Deloitte reports only 15% of US organizations have scaled multi-agent AI orchestration.
OpenAI brings GPT-5.6 to AWS Kiro
The new model family is now integrated into Amazon's spec-driven development environment.
iRacing Arcade launches on consoles
A new arcade-style experience is now available for PlayStation and Xbox.
Fanatec "Gear Up" discounts
Price cuts are active in Europe for the CSL DD, GT DD Pro, and Elite Pedals V2 until August 30.
iRacing Arcade launches on consoles
The accessible arcade-style experience is now available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Assetto Corsa EVO adds three new cars
Update 0.9 officially introduces the Audi R8 duo and the Mazda RX-7 Spirit R Type A.
PXN reveals W FC and W FS Formula wheels
New hardware featuring 4.3-inch displays was unveiled ahead of Gamescom 2026.
PXN Direct Drive bases
New S16 and S23 DD bases will be showcased at Gamescom 2026.
Huzaro Speed 9.1 monitor stand
The stand is rated as a top 2026 pick for supporting screens up to 55 inches.
Bass shaker recommendations 2026
The Dayton Audio BST-1 is highlighted as the top pick for versatile cockpit integration.
2026 Bass Shaker Rankings
the Dayton Audio BST-1 is rated as the top pick for versatility and SimHub integration.
OpenAI IPO targets $1 trillion valuation
Sam Altman admits his AI disruption timeline was inaccurate amid massive IPO goals.
OpenAI targets $1 Trillion IPO
CEO Sam Altman discusses the company's valuation and disruption timeline.
Singapore mandates AI safety legislation
the city-state is moving from voluntary governance to binding law for AI and social media.
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AG.AL wins Esports World Cup 2026
The team claimed the $7M Club Championship in Paris after a decisive Trackmania victory.
Trak Racer presents Crandon Championship
A special event focusing on off-road racing is scheduled for this week.
Global Regulatory Brief on Frontier AI
New August 2026 reports detail emerging risks and regulatory shifts in AI concentration.
Moza and Next Level Racing launches
Moza introduced a MotoGP home station, while Next Level Racing released RC F and RC E seats.
Sim racing keyboard/mouse trays
the Next Level Racing F-GT Pro Direct is rated as the top choice for 2026.
Assetto Corsa EVO V0.9 car list
The update adds the Mazda RX-7 FD Spirit R, Audi R8 LMS GT2, and Audi R8 V10 Performance.
PXN showcases new ecosystems at Gamescom
the manufacturer is presenting complete line-ups for both racing and flight simulation.
BMW M4 G82 simulation details
New technical insights into the performance and handling of the M4 G82 in sim racing.
Roblox scales autonomous SDLC
a technical deep dive into engineering autonomous software development from prompt to production.
Thomson Reuters proprietary LLM
A new LLM built on Chinese open-source models is powering CoCounsel Legal.
Nacon launches REVOSIM RS Lite
A new €280 direct drive wheel enters the market alongside news on the future of WRC.
ETS 2 Coaches DLC gameplay
SCS Software has released new details regarding the upcoming coach bus expansion.
TDU Solar Crown development continues
KT Racing confirms commitment to the title with a focus on Season 8 housing features.
Research on LLM data efficiency
New studies compare child language acquisition to AI to find ways to create more efficient models.
ATS Road Trip car customization
New previews showcase the depth of vehicle customization in the Road Trip mode.
Esports World Cup 2026 concludes
The foundation reports the largest-ever EWC has successfully finished in Paris.
Esports World Cup 2026 concludes
The largest-ever EWC event has finished its run in Paris.
AI Agent Containment Failures
Analysis of cybersecurity flaws in frontier labs following a Hugging Face incident.
GTA 6 to feature real-world inspired tracks
Leaks suggest racetracks based on Le Mans and the Nürburgring will be included.
iRacing Overtaking Strategy
A new guide emphasizes "winning the exit" over late braking to maintain momentum.
Rennsport at SimRacing Expo Frankfurt
The event will host a dedicated booth and the final round of the R1 competition in October.