Kyle Larson on Owen's iRacing surge
Larson details how his son's recovery from a back injury involved months of sim racing before a real-world career jump.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-10-06
ddNews · sim racing news for Dirk — the iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate
WEC 2027 Manufacturer Updates
New details on teams and drivers for the 2027 World Endurance Championship season.
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Arrow McLaren & Chevrolet Extension
The partnership is locked in through the critical 2028 engine shift.
eNASCAR iRacing Championship Finale
The season concludes October 13th at the NASCAR Hall of Fame with a $100,000 prize.
DTM Finale at Hockenheim
High tension as Thomas Preining faces pressure heading into the season finale.
Assetto Corsa EVO Free Roam Showcase
A new look at the highly anticipated free roam feature, including the Lamborghini Temerario, arrives October 7th.
Forza Horizon 6 Series 6
Adds seven new vehicles and themed 7-Eleven content.
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2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC
New performance testing reveals the capabilities of the latest SC variant.
Asetek Dual Mode Shifter & Handbrake
New load cell handbrake and shifter launch today, October 6, 2026.
Forza Horizon 6 Series 6 Update
New update introduces 11 new cars, a 7-Eleven collaboration, and Car Pass details.
Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass
Complete list of DLC vehicles for PC, Xbox, and PS5 has been updated.
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Alonso Returning to Dakar
Fernando Alonso is reportedly planning a return to the Dakar Rally in an Aston Martin.
DTM Road-to-DTM Funding
The ADAC quadruples funding for winners to combat declining starter fields in support series.
LMU Season 13 Online Championships
The new competitive season is now live for Le Mans Ultimate players.
iRacing Arcade Shift
Development has been fully handed over to iRacing from Original Fire Games, resulting in staff reductions at the contractor.
Ford's Racing Strategy
Ford is evaluating a potential return to IndyCar alongside its F1 and Le Mans commitments.
George Russell facing engine penalty
a DNF in Malaysia may force an early power unit change for the Mercedes driver.
FIA WRC27 Power Advantage
planned turbo restrictor changes will give new WRC27 and Rally2-Kit cars a performance edge.
Winward-Mercedes IMSA History
Winward Racing achieves the first title hat-trick in IMSA since 2014.
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German Intelligence Chief Arrested
Former BND head August Hanning is under suspicion of espionage.
Playseat 30th Anniversary
The pioneer of the racing cockpit category celebrates three decades of innovation.
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FIFA Heroes Announcement
A new official FIFA arcade successor developed by Solace following the split from EA.
This Week in iRacing
The official guide for the week of October 6th to 12th is now available for members.
eNASCAR College iRacing Series
Time Attack results are in for the Queen City Crown at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
IMSA Petit Le Mans
Corvette Racing secures the 2026 Manufacturer Championship after a grueling 10-hour endurance race.
2026 Porsche 911 GT3
Updated pricing and specifications for the latest model year are now available.
Forza Horizon 6 Patch Notes
A new update introduces additional cars, engine swaps, and gameplay tweaks.
Red Bull Sim Racing Skills Challenge
Hexagon and Oracle Red Bull launch a global competition linking sim racing to digital manufacturing careers.
Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Release
A new $749.99 release is confirmed for December 2026.
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NASCAR 26 Gameplay Trailer
iRacing Studios reveals the first look at the most authentic NASCAR experience across all four national series.
Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Release
A new high-end release for GT7 is confirmed for December 2026 with a $749.99 price tag.
Windows 11 26H2 Performance Boost
A new Low Latency Profile and reduced RAM usage may benefit high-end sim racing setups.
Oliver Bearman Tire Dispute
The Haas driver expresses frustration over being forced onto slicks against his will in Bahrain.
BeamNG.drive coming to PS5
The physics-heavy sandbox simulator is officially launching on consoles in two weeks.
Valve Steam Frame VR Setup
Essential configuration steps for the new headset, including IPD lens wheel and PC VR optimization.
Porsche Esports Supercup
Florian Lebigre and Mitchell deJong secure wins during a rain-impacted event at Suzuka.
Stages Smart Bike
A new, lighter smart bike using belt drive technology to maintain high inertia is now available.
Forza Horizon 6 Ban Controversy
An investigation into the "Itasha" livery ban controversy affecting the community since summer 2026.
iRacing DTM Series at Hockenheimring
The premier German road racing championship arrives in iRacing with global race starts this week.
Nacon Revolution 5 Unlimited
The first officially licensed PS5 controller with a built-in screen for adjusting driving game settings.
Audi R26 Special Design
Audi unveils a spectacular new look for the R26 for the Singapore Grand Prix.
Teardown Rally Mode
The destruction simulator is adding a free multiplayer rally racing update.
Slicks vs. Intermediates Analysis
A technical look at the difficult tire decisions during the Bahrain GP.
MOZA Truck Driving Simulator
MOZA is launching a specialized simulator focusing on truck driving to diversify the sim racing market.
NASCAR 26 Review
iRacing Studios' new stock car simulator is praised for its authenticity and appeal to European enthusiasts.
F1 Software Failure
Drivers report "unacceptable" software glitches during the Bahrain GP.
Morbidelli to WorldSBK
Franco Morbidelli will move from MotoGP to the Superbike World Championship with Ducati in 2027.
Toyota's WEC "Short Fill" Strategy
Alexander Wurz explains how a photographer helped the team secure the Fuji victory via a precise fuel stop.
NASCAR 26 Review
Early impressions suggest iRacing Studios has hit the mark with a simulator that appeals even to European racing fans.
Honda HRC Leadership Change
Keiichi Yasuda takes over as HRC boss, overseeing the Formula 1 project with Aston Martin.
Kimi Antonelli Title Race
Despite being close to the championship, Mercedes' Sepang update has raised internal doubts.
Thrustmaster TGT III
A new official steering wheel designed specifically for Gran Turismo 7 on PS5 and PS4.
Thrustmaster TGT III
A new officially licensed steering wheel for Gran Turismo 7 is unveiled as part of a renewed partnership with Polyphony Digital.
NASCAR 26 Monetization Concerns
Steam Season Pass listings hint at an October DLC, raising questions about the game's pricing strategy.
TGR PH Esports GT Championship
Toyota Motor Philippines prepares for the 2026 National Finals at the SMX Convention Center.
MOZA MotoGP Handlebar Set
An officially licensed MotoGP sim racing handlebar is targeting a December 2026 launch.
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Playseat 30th Anniversary
The racing cockpit pioneer celebrates three decades of innovation in simulation hardware.
Capcom REX Project
The RE Engine is being evolved into a production platform using AI for code, testing, and debugging.