Toto Wolff values Mercedes F1 at $12bn
The team principal estimates the team's value based on US sports-style valuations rather than book value.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-10-20
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Cadillac MAC-26 upgrades
Cadillac is bringing technical updates and a special livery for the Austin home race.
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Corsair launches PureVector
New high-performance gear claims up to a 33% reduction in aiming and correction time.
eNASCAR College iRacing: Watkins Glen open
Time trials are now live for the Big Apple Battle round of the 2026-27 season.
FIA mandates strict separation of F1 teams
To prevent budget cap evasion, F1 projects must now be completely isolated from other corporate ventures.
MOZA Racing's largest showcase at Expo
The manufacturer presented its latest hardware developments at the SimRacing Expo 2026.
Expo 2026 highlights
A review of the most notable consumer kit and high-end rigs showcased in Frankfurt.
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OpenAI accelerates fundraising
The company is racing to secure investor commitments to potentially value the ChatGPT maker at over $1.4 trillion.
American Truck Simulator V1.62 Beta
Adds new Road Trip tourist boards and updated Goodyear Tires Pack liveries.
2026 Wheel Rankings
Current recommendations highlight the MOZA R3 for budget Direct Drive and the R5 for higher force.
WEC LMGT3 Scoring Change
The FIA World Endurance Championship will introduce a revised scoring format for teams starting in 2027.
ReVamp Playtest starts on Discord
To prevent cloning risks, the initial test phase will be restricted to Discord before a January public launch.
David Toth wins eNASCAR Truck
Toth took a dominant victory in the eNASCAR Euro Show Race in Frankfurt.
Mercedes High-Tech Race Suits
Mercedes debuted new, highly breathable race suits in Singapore.
Nepal Sim Racing National Championship
The event has successfully boosted motorsport participation in Nepal.
F1 return to Hockenheim
Track officials have detailed concrete plans and hopes for bringing Formula 1 back to the circuit.
MotoGP 2027 Seat Changes
Diogo Moreira secures a Honda factory seat for the 2027 season.
Ferrari Austin Update
Ferrari has finalized its fourth and final season update package for the US Grand Prix.
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F1 2026 AI power deployment issues
New regulations have introduced AI-controlled power deployment that is occasionally causing visible malfunctions during races.
Mercedes F1 Aero Tech
Technical analysis explains why Mercedes lacks a rotating rear wing and potential plans for 2027.
Assetto Corsa EVO's 1:1 Eifel Map
The upcoming release will feature a meticulously accurate scale map of the German Eifel region and Nürburgring surroundings.
BeamNG.drive 0.40 Update
Major release introducing a PS5 port, local split-screen, and the new Percheron truck.
Alpine Sim Racing Series returns
The series returns to RaceRoom for 2026 featuring A110 Cup and GT4+ competitions.
Danny Lee's Free Sim Racing Course
A comprehensive 34-video roadmap covering telemetry, braking, and racing lines.
Budget VR Guide 2026
Analysis of the best entry-level VR options under $400, including the Quest 3S and PSVR2.
This Week in iRacing
The schedule for October 20th to October 26th, 2026, is now available.
F1 27 and AI Simulation
Discussions emerge on how the next Codemasters title will handle the complex AI-controlled power deployment of 2026 F1 cars.
Assetto Corsa Rally development
Game Director Irvin Zonca provides insights into the upcoming rally-focused sim.
F1 27 AI Integration
Discussions emerge on whether the next F1 game should simulate the AI-driven power deployment of the 2026 regulations.
F1 AI integration debate
Discussion on whether future F1 games should replicate the 2026 regulation's AI-driven driver controls.
NASCAR 26 Review
Early feedback suggests the new title brings an iRacing-like experience to consoles.
F1 27 AI speculation
Discussions emerge on whether the next Codemasters title will simulate the AI-driven power deployment of real 2026 F1 cars.
F1 27 AI Simulation
Discussions emerge on whether the next F1 game should simulate the complex AI-controlled power deployment of the 2026 regulations.
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DLSS features ported to Radeon GPUs
A solo project has successfully enabled full DLSS functionality for RDNA2-4 hardware.
Alpine Sim Racing Series returns
The series moves to RaceRoom, offering a GT4 test drive prize.
RaceRoom Historic Update 2026
A major update on October 20th overhauls the user interface and force feedback.
BeamNG.drive launches on PS5
The physics-heavy simulator officially arrives on PlayStation 5 today.
Bortoleto learns from Verstappen
The F1 rookie admits to seeking sim racing advice from Max Verstappen during gaming sessions.
BeamNG.drive hits PS5
The console port launches October 19th with a lower price point than typical console releases.
BeamNG PS5 Guide
Top tips have been released to help new console players optimize their experience.
SimRacing Expo Frankfurt 2027
The event is confirmed to return earlier than usual in September 2027.
BeamNG.drive V0.40 update
New key features are arriving alongside the PS5 launch.
PXN reveals ETS2 dedicated wheel
The Chinese brand is expanding its lineup with a wheel specifically for Euro Truck Simulator 2.
SimRacing Expo Frankfurt 2026
The event reports record visitor numbers for its most recent edition.
Le Mans Ultimate media drop
New official game footage and images have been released for the WEC sim.
WEC 2027 manufacturer updates
New details emerge regarding teams and drivers for the 2027 World Endurance Championship.
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Max Verstappen's 2027 goal
The F1 champion has set a specific target for GT racing in 2027.
FIA partners with Track Titan
The FIA is providing AI-powered coaching tools and subscriptions to national sim racing programs.
LMGT3 points system change for 2027
Manufacturer title points will now combine both entries, ending the option to nominate separate single-car teams.
SDS iRacing League results
Ricardo Michalewski takes victory in a chaotic, rain-affected race at Interlagos.
Tommi Hallman wins FIA European Shootout
Hallman advances to the live finals in Shanghai this December.
Porsche Coanda retains Rennsport R1 title
The team secured the 2026 championship at the SimRacing Expo LAN final.
Trak Racer enters budget wheel market
A new wheel and pedal combo based on Fanatec hardware is expected in 2027.