MOZA Racing Lab AI Coach
A new AI-driven coaching tool demonstrating telemetry and setup optimization.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-08-30
ddNews · sim racing news for Dirk — the iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate
Marc Marquez wins MotoGP Aragon
The Ducati rider takes victory in a tight battle against Acosta and Bezzecchi.
DLSS 5 Mod for RTX 40-series
A leaked version of DLSS 5 from NBA 2K27 is reportedly being adapted for older hardware.
Ford Racing Hypercar tests
Ford reports positive initial on-track results for its new Hypercar project.
iRacing introduces Racing Physics Islands
A new architectural approach that cuts CPU physics overhead by over 50% in large fields.
iRacing Arcade launches on consoles
A new accessible version of iRacing is now available on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5.
Adelaide MotoGP track 2027
The layout for the new era of MotoGP in Adelaide has been revealed.
GTA 6 avoids Generative AI
Rockstar Games confirmed the title will not use generative AI or launch with microtransactions.
Thermaltake expands sim ecosystem
The company showcased new immersive sim racing gear at Gamescom 2026.
Moza R5 Pro Bundle Review
Analysis of the 6 Nm Direct Drive entry-level bundle as a recommendation for beginners.
Thermaltake CAPO X and Stage 450
New chassis and power supply units were showcased alongside their sim racing lineup.
Career Mode progression details
iRacing confirms that specific content needed for the career path will not require additional purchases.
New MotoGP Handlebar Controller
A high-fidelity controller featuring Hall-effect sensors for brakes/clutch and native force feedback.
Peak Sim Racing opening in Denver
A new simulator center featuring 12 custom rigs is launching on South Broadway.
Moza launches MotoGP Handlebar with Force Feedback
The new controller is compatible with all current Moza bases and was unveiled at Gamescom.
iiyama 49-inch Panorama & OLEDs
The manufacturer is showcasing new ultra-wide and OLED options for sim racers at Gamescom.
iRacing Season 4 2026 Preview
The upcoming season brings a suite of improvements alongside new vehicles and circuits.
Random weather testing in iRacing Season 4
New per-race and per-race-day weather re-rolls are being introduced to increase unpredictability.
F1 Sim Racing India Open draws crowds
Time trials at the TXG Expo Nagaland 2026 are seeing significant attendance.
iRacing Career Mode content free of charge
All cars and tracks required for progression in the new career mode will be available at zero extra cost.
CONSPIT CPP EVO V2 Pedals
The updated hydraulic pedal formula aims for a significant leap in precision.
Aston Martin Valkyrie Hypercar coming to iRacing
The AMR-LMH Hypercar and two Caterhams are confirmed for Season 4 2026.
eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Playoffs begin
The road to the $500,000 prize starts this Tuesday at Michigan International Speedway.
WEC Budget Cap challenges
Technical chiefs from Toyota and Porsche discuss why a cost cap is difficult to implement alongside BoP.
iRacing August 2026 Development Update
The monthly blog provides a comprehensive look at current development and upcoming summer changes.
ASUS ROG Raikiri II Pro
A new 8,000-Hz controller and 2.1.2 soundbar were unveiled at Gamescom.
Samsung QD-OLEDs targeting 1,100 Hz
Samsung Display is collaborating with Capcom and CD Projekt Red on next-gen high-refresh panels.
NASCAR 26 adds driver rating edits
Players will now have the ability to manually adjust driver ratings in the upcoming title.
ASUS 560Hz RGB-QD-OLED Monitors
New 24.5-inch e-sports displays with True Black 600 are arriving in Q4 2026.
Grid and Go attending SimRacing Expo
The setup and coaching provider will be present at the Frankfurt expo from October 16th-18th.
ASUS XG Core GPU Dock
A new external graphics solution capable of supporting high-end cards like the RTX 5090.
Corsair SCUF Nemesis Pro 8K
New high-polling rate controllers launched in both wired and wireless variants.
ZOTAC Magnus One Ultra SFF PC
A compact 11.46-liter build featuring a desktop RTX 5080 and Intel Core Ultra 7.
Maverick Games' "Clutch" IP
Former Forza Horizon 5 creative director Mike Brown is developing a new racing title aiming for GOTY.
TCOMAS VIVUE AIO Cooler
A new liquid cooler featuring dual 3.5-inch IPS displays directly on the CPU block.
Nvidia DLSS 5 "Neural Rendering"
Reports suggest DLSS 5 is shifting from image reconstruction to full real-time neural rendering.
iiyama G-Master OLED
iiyama introduced a 49-inch panorama and its first OLED gaming monitor at Gamescom.
Racing Master simulation
New footage reveals a real-time simulation racing game focusing on licensed real-world vehicles and tracks.