Week 21 • 18 May - 24 May 2026
This week: 55 updates
Gran Turismo 7 will add additional Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) and Le Mans Daytona h (LMDh) vehicles on 11 June 2026, according to Traxion.gg. The update expands the game's motorsport roster with more LMH and LMDh cars.
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Project Motor Racing's virtual reality system missed its intended launch date, delaying release. Six months later, a work‑in‑progress version was evaluated at the SimRacing Expo in Charlotte, providing early impressions of the platform's potential despite its unfinished state.
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Polyphony announced that Gran Turismo 7 will receive a Hypercar Update on Thursday, June 11. The update adds four current WEC Hypercar-class prototypes and the official WEC safety car to the game, coinciding with the opening day of the GT World Series 2026 Milan round.
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The second round of the 2026 Skip Barber Formula iRacing Series returned to WeatherTech Raceway at Laguna Seca, the first event there since 2022. Martin Kadlečík claimed one race victory while Matt Caruana won the other, each topping the podium.
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At the SimRacing Expo Charlotte, attendees tested iRacing Arcade’s work‑in‑progress local splitscreen feature, which is slated for a summer launch. The demonstration allowed visitors to experience the multiplayer mode and provided developers with feedback ahead of the upcoming release.
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Sim racing physics expert Aristotelis Vasilakos discussed his involvement with Project Motor Racing, indicating that a significant plan is underway. The interview was published on Traxion.gg under the title “The Future of Project Motor Racing with ‘Aris’.”
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VPG Sim unveiled its Mission Sim steering wheel at the SimRacing Expo in Charlotte, showcasing an aluminium‑and‑carbon‑fibre chassis and premium switches and buttons. The product’s presentation attracted attention, with the wheel’s cover being broken during the exhibition.
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Trak Racer announced its SimRacing Expo Charlotte lineup, featuring a new motorcycle simulator, a partnership with Hot Wheels, and additional Formula 1 collaborations. The extensive product range aims to broaden the event’s offerings for sim racing enthusiasts and attract broader automotive interest.
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Simagic has announced its Zeus Series steering wheel lineup, detailing specifications and pricing for three models. The company also presented the new Magic Dash 4, a magnetic dashboard unit designed to integrate with the wheels, offering customizable displays for sim racing enthusiasts.
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Since its launch last week, Forza Horizon 6 has been played by more than six million gamers, according to Traxion.gg. The milestone reflects the title’s rapid adoption during its opening week, marking a significant early player base for the new installment in the franchise.
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The Gran Turismo World Series begins its 2026 season with its first live event, debuting in Italy at Milan’s historic Teatro Lirico Giorgio Gaber. The weekend’s program features the Manufacturers Cup followed by the Nations Cup, both scheduled for Saturday.
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At the SimRacing Expo in Charlotte, SIMAGIC officially unveiled the complete Zeus steering‑wheel lineup. The launch was reported on the Sim Racing Setups website, which posted the announcement under the title “SIMAGIC Launch Zeus Steering Wheels” and provided a link to the product guide.
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Boosted Media outlines recommended sim racing equipment for Forza Horizon 6, noting the game attracts both casual players seeking open‑world speed and hardcore sim racers looking for realistic handling. The guide lists peripherals and setups suited to each audience, helping users choose appropriate gear.
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The 2026 Skip Barber Formula iRacing Series holds its second event on Thursday night, featuring two 15‑minute races at WeatherTech Raceway at Laguna Seca. Hot Lap Qualifying via Time Attack ran from May 15 to May 17, qualifying twenty drivers for the competition.
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KartSim announced the Pro Middle East & Asia Software pack for rFactor 2, a downloadable content bundle that introduces ten laser‑scanned circuits and fourteen new kart models, expanding the simulation’s track library and kart selection for players focusing on Middle Eastern and Asian motorsport venues.
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Traxion.gg provides step‑by‑step instructions for finishing the ‘Ohtani Region’ Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6 and includes a walkthrough of the current Festival Playlist. The article outlines each clue location, required actions, and rewards, helping players complete the event efficiently.
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Traxion.GG published a guide titled “How to join a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 on PC,” explaining the steps players can follow to join a convoy with friends in the game. The article provides instructions specific to the PC version.
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Following recent comments from Xbox CEO, Traxion.gg confirms that the PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 6 remains on schedule for a 2026 release, with no changes announced to the originally planned launch timeframe as of the latest update.
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RaceRoom has debuted a side‑draft update and introduced online championships, marking another step in its ongoing refinement of the multiplayer experience. The news article, titled “RaceRoom debuts side‑draft update and online championships,” was first published on Traxion.GG.
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Project Motor Racing announced that its GT Icons Pack downloadable content will launch at the SimRacing Expo in Charlotte. The DLC adds nine historic race cars and a new United States track to the game, expanding the title’s vehicle roster and circuit selection.
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Rennsport released its first 2026 update for the trouble racing simulation, adding the Endurance Classics downloadable content and improving AI behavior, and introducing a raft of additional enhancements aimed at overall performance, stability and user experience.
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A new set of Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges titled “Cone of Silence” launches Friday, May 22, as the console clock passes midnight. The update adds fresh objectives for players to complete during the weekly challenge rotation, continuing the game’s regular content schedule.
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GTPlanet reports that this week’s new Online Time Trial in Gran Turismo 7 features the Monza Lisa circuit, continuing the series’ Italian-themed events. Players can compete online, aiming for best times on the historic track.
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Straight4 Studios will release the GT Icons Pack DLC for Project Motor Racing on June 23. The add‑on includes nine historic cars divided into three classes, representing models from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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Kunos Simulazioni and 505 Games have begun unveiling vehicles for Assetto Corsa Evo’s upcoming Version 0.7 update. The initial reveal features the 2018 track‑only Porsche 935/19, confirming its addition to the game’s roster of officially licensed cars.
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Straight4 Studios has deployed Project Motor Racing Update V2.0.0.4, which enhances the game's physics and handling characteristics, refines AI opponent behavior, implements multiple bug fixes, and expands compatibility by adding support for a broader range of input devices.
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Chinese sim racing peripheral maker Simagic announced a new lineup of three high‑end steering wheels, the Zeus Series, set to launch on May 22, 2026. The wheels incorporate a modular telemetry dashboard, offering customizable data display for users.
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The iRacing Weekly Tune‑in outlines the broadcast schedule for May 20‑27 2026, highlighting official iRacing eSports series and selected community events available on the platform’s official channels. Viewers can tune in to watch races, competitions, and special community‑organized content throughout the week.
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Bobby Zalenski achieved his 19th career victory in the eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Championship Series during the season‑opening Coca‑Cola 160 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Tuesday night. The caution‑free race marked a win for the ERA eSports Team.
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The partnership between Next Level Racing® and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has expanded throughout 2025, building on the initial 2023 collaboration. The alliance delivers accessible, cutting‑edge simulation technology, offering world‑class sim racing experiences and official licensed products that showcase motorsport’s future.
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Maverick Games has posted a new image of its narrative‑driven open‑world driving title, developed by former Forza Horizon staff. The teaser highlights upcoming music features and hints at multiplayer modes, indicating the project is progressing through successive reveals.
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The 2018 Porsche 935, modeled after the classic 935/78 “Moby Dick” car, is scheduled for inclusion in Assetto Corsa EVO’s V0.7 Early Access build. The addition will appear in the game’s upcoming update, expanding the title’s vehicle roster.
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Codemasters announced that F1 25 will receive a 2026 Season Pack expansion instead of a new annual sequel. The expansion, priced at £24.99 or $29.99, is scheduled for release in June, according to the announcement posted on Traxion.gg.
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Project Motor Racing has released its latest update, which revises the LMDh class powertrain dynamics and modifies the braking system while also introducing suspension improvements. The changes aim to enhance vehicle handling and performance within the simulation.
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Traxion.GG published a sponsored guide explaining how to create Assetto Corsa EVO servers through AssettoHosting.com. The service offers live, 24/7 support, a custom Server Manager, and access to sixteen global server locations, enabling continuous operation for users.
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Former Call of Duty professional and current RAFA Racing Club driver Ian ‘Crimsix’ Porter will attend the SimRacing Expo Charlotte, bringing two RAFA racecars to the event. The announcement was posted on Traxion.GG, confirming his participation at the Charlotte exhibition.
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Forza Horizon 6 launched on Steam, attracting more than 270,000 players and becoming the platform’s global top‑selling title. The release was reported by Traxion.GG, which highlighted the game’s strong initial performance and its leading sales position among all Steam titles.
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Wreckfest 2’s latest update adds advanced ragdoll physics, introduces three new cars, and includes a new U.S.-based environment featuring three tracks. The patch also brings car‑tuning options, expanding customization for players. The announcement was published on Traxion.GG.
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Traxion.gg released a full interview with Playground Games, the studio developing Forza Horizon 6. The interview, available as both video and podcast, answers community questions about the upcoming title. It is published on the Traxion Control Podcast series.
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The development team behind Forza Horizon 6 said recreating Japan required extensive research and dedication, noting they are “always our own worst critics.” They emphasized the amount of “blood and sweat” and passion invested in accurately portraying the region within the open‑world racing game.
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GTPlanet’s preview titled “Italian Job” examines the first round of the 2026 Gran Turismo World Series, noting a longer‑than‑usual offseason and a last‑minute reshuffle of the calendar before the championship finally gets underway this weekend.
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The Sim Racing Setups site reports the official reveal of the F1 2026 Season Pack DLC, announcing that details about its contents are now available. The post invites readers to view the full article for a breakdown of the DLC’s features and pricing.
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The Simucube 3 Sport and Pro wheelbases provide the most refined force‑feedback available, according to a six‑month daily‑use review. Their premium price and closed ecosystem limit appeal, making them a niche recommendation despite being among the most interesting and impressive options tested.
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The 2026 eNASCAR Coca‑Cola iRacing Championship Series preview notes that the $500,000 prize path began with the February Qualifying Series. Thousands entered, but only thirty drivers qualified to sign with official teams for the Coca‑Cola 160 race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
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This Week in iRacing provides members with a daily and hourly schedule of races tailored to their license level, plus special series that run at set times. Anyone with the appropriate credentials can join these events for a more meaningful sim‑racing experience.
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iRacing’s Special Event calendar this week showcases the World 600, featuring a range of disciplines including stock cars, sports cars, open‑wheel formula cars and sprint cars. Events span pavement and dirt tracks and support solo competition or team racing with friends.
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The iRacing DTM Series introduces Germany’s premier road‑racing championship to the platform, holding events at Zandvoort on Thursday evenings. Start times are set for 8 PM in AEDT, CET, ET and PT zones, allowing global participants to join the simple‑structured races.
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KT Racing, formerly known as Kylotonn, will experience staff reductions as its parent company Nacon undergoes a judicial reorganisation linked to insolvency. The downsizing is part of Nacon’s restructuring plan, affecting the Test Drive Unlimited development team.
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Rennsport announces its first 2026 update and accompanying downloadable content, scheduled for release on 21 May. The announcement suggests the series is returning to active development. The news was officially published on the Traxion.GG website.
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EA announced it will give a first look at the F1 25 2026 Season Expansion Pack on 20 May. The announcement was posted on Traxion.GG, indicating the upcoming release for fans will be detailed later this week.
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Aristotelis Vasilakos, former Head of Vehicle and Handling R&D at Kunos Simulazioni, has joined Straight4 Studios as Chief Creative Officer. Vasilakos spent over eight years developing titles such as NetKar Pro, Assetto Corsa and Assetto Corsa Competizione before leaving Kunos.
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Forza Horizon 6 has already surpassed the all‑time Steam player record set by its predecessor, achieving this milestone prior to the launch of the Standard Edition. The achievement was reported by Traxion.gg, highlighting the game's strong pre‑release performance on the Steam platform.
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GT7’s daily races have been updated for the new week, introducing three fresh events that are live now and will continue through next Monday. Players can compete in the ‘Wrong Way ‘Round the Ring’ challenge and other new race formats as part of the rotating schedule.
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Boosted Media’s detailed review finds the Simucube 3 Sport and Pro wheelbases provide the most refined force‑feedback available, but their premium price and closed ecosystem limit their appeal. After six months of daily testing, the reviewer deems them among the most interesting and impressive options.
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Fanatec released the updated ClubSport Formula V3 wheel, the first major revision in years, priced at $349. GTPlanet offers a discount code providing 5% off the purchase, reducing the cost for customers interested in the new Formula wheel.
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