With Nacon filing for insolvency, it was announced in May that Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown developer KT Racing will suffer job losses. The ramifications are becoming clear, as development for future Test Drive updates has slowed down with the team working at a smaller capacity. “We have to be honest here,” Community Manager AlexVII wrote in a recent Solar Club newsletter. “It’s evident that Nacon and KT are facing new challenges at the moment, and we no longer have the capacity to tackle multiple complex features at the same time.” As a result, the Online Racing Centre originally planned for next month’s Season 7 update is postponed. Instead, the next season will be a smaller update, featuring six cars including the BMW M4 GT3 EVO, Mazda RX-7 and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV. It will also introduce several quality-of-life improvements, such as improved hypercar driving physics. KT Racing is now prioritising the development of buyable houses in Season 8, a staple lifestyle element of previous Test Drive Unlimited games. “Right now we are focusing on housing to give the community the best experience possible,” Alex VII continued. “Even though the ORC is important, and as you can see, we have already started working on it, we have to focus on Season 8 and the housing development because it is one of, if not the most important features.” Discussion
Aug 24, 2026 · via traxion.gg
Düsseldorf, Germany, 24 August 2026: PXN, hardware manufacturer specializing in immersive digital sports simulation, today announces its participation at GAMESCOM 2026 (26–30 August, Cologne, Germany), where it will unveil the most comprehensive product ecosystem in its history. For the first time, PXN presents two complete, end-to-end product lines for both racing and flight simulation, each engineered to offer a clear path from absolute beginner to serious enthusiast. PXN is on a mission to make digital sports more accessible and immersive, breaking the boundaries between reality and virtuality. The company believes digital sports are not just an experience but a lifestyle for the next generation. At gamescom 2026, this vision takes physical form across a booth packed with new hardware. Visitors can find PXN in Hall 10.1, Booth C-041 (Entertainment Area). Racing Simulation: From First Lap to Podium PXN's racing simulation line is built as a complete growth ecosystem, ensuring that every sim racer, regardless of budget or experience, has a PXN product that fits their stage. The lineup spans entry-level bundles, mid-range direct-drive systems, and competition-grade Formula hardware, all debuting or available for hands-on testing at gamescom. PXN S-Series Direct-Drive Wheel Bases: S16 & S23 Competition-Grade · The Power Foundation The S16 and S23 are PXN's most powerful direct-drive wheel bases to date, delivering 16 Nm and 23 Nm of constant torque respectively. Designed for serious sim racers who demand track-grade force feedback. - High-Power Direct Drive: 16Nm/23Nm constant torque with ample headroom - Dual-Core High-Perf. Processor: Unleashing powerful computing for millisecond response - 24-Bit Magnetic Encoder: Higher precision for responsive, accurate control - Real Torque Sensor: Accurately sensing FFB for smoother control - Custom Tuning: Adjust torque, FFB, LEDs, etc, via PXN SimRacing software - Smart Temp. Control: Prevents overheating &power derating At gamescom, visitors can experience the S16
Aug 24, 2026 · via gamespress.com
PORSCHE Malaysia showcased the new all-electric Cayenne Electric in Malaysia last weekend, bringing the marque's latest electric SUV to the Petronas Sepang International Circuit alongside the Porsche ARBox Carrera Cup Asia. The Malaysian launch took place on Aug 21-23 as the Porsche one-make championship returns to Sepang for Rounds 9, 10 and 11 of its 2026 season. The new Cayenne Electric, Porsche's second fully electric SUV in Malaysia, combines performance with everyday usability. It offers a WLTP range of up to 642km and supports DC charging at up to 400kW, allowing the battery to charge from 10-80 per cent in under 16 minutes under optimal conditions. The model also features an 800-volt architecture, an oil-cooled performance electric drive system, advanced thermal management, and up to 600kW of recuperation. Turbo Packs 1,156PS At the top of the range, the Cayenne Turbo Electric delivers up to 850kW, equivalent to 1,156PS, with Launch Control. It accelerates from zero to 100kph in 2.5 seconds and has a top speed of 260kph, making it Porsche's most powerful production model to date. The technology reflects Porsche's motorsport development, including experience from Formula E. The Cayenne Electric is available for booking in Malaysia from RM609,000. Racing Returns To Sepang The launch coincides with a triple-header Porsche ARBox Carrera Cup Asia weekend, featuring two sprint races and the series' only endurance race on the 5.543km Sepang circuit. Malaysian driver Naquib Azlan competed for Team Porsche Malaysia in the PRO category, driving car No. 17. The 2026 campaign marked his first full season after transitioning from sim racing through the Porsche Esports Sprint Challenge Malaysia and Talent Pool programme. Sime Darby Auto Performance chief executive Christopher Hunter said motorsport continues to shape Porsche's innovation and performance. "Motorsport is not just part of our history. Racing has shaped who we
Aug 24, 2026 · via nst.com.my
Lesquin (France), August 21st 2026 – Broadcast live and hosted by Alexander Arthur (a.k.a. AlexVII), the third episode of News From The Pits gave players an in-depth look at upcoming REVOSIM hardware and future gaming titles. The showcase featured exciting announcements for MXGP 26 and Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, alongside the reveal of a new REVOSIM wheel setup and a teaser for the future of the WRC franchise. Watch the full replay of News From The Pits Episode 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQFJ0zBc97U The Latest REVOSIM Hardware Announcements This new episode highlighted the latest additions to the REVOSIM SimRacing accessory lineup. Introducing the RS Lite (3.2Nm): NACON Racing unveiled a brand-new entry point into the REVOSIM lineup: the RS Lite. Designed for sim racers looking to get into racing simulation, the RS Lite bundle will be available on nacongaming.com in late 2026 priced at €279.90 and will be the most affordable Direct Drive wheel on the market: - 3.2Nm Direct Drive Technology: Attached to the steering wheel, the Direct Drive wheel base delivers 3.2Nm of instant, smooth force feedback so players can feel every detail of the road. - High-Precision Hall Effect Pedal Set: Equipped with magnetic sensors, the pedal set provides high precision and maximum durability. The spring resistance is fully adjustable to tailor brake feel to player preferences. - REVOSIM Accessories Included: The bundle includes a desk mount as well as a phone holder that you can fix to the base to serve as a telemetry dashboard display. - Bluetooth connectivity: Equipped with built-in Bluetooth connectivity, the wheelbase enables console players to fine-tune their settings on the fly and access live Dashboard telemetry directly from their smartphone via the REVOSIM app already available on iOS and Android stores. - RS Pure Coming to Consoles: Following its launch on PC, the
Aug 23, 2026 · via gamespress.com
Lesquin (France), August 21st 2026 – Broadcast live and hosted by Alexander Arthur (a.k.a. AlexVII), the third episode of News From The Pits gave players an in-depth look at upcoming REVOSIM hardware and future gaming titles. The showcase featured exciting announcements for MXGP 26 and Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, alongside the reveal of a new REVOSIM wheel setup and a teaser for the future of the WRC franchise. Watch the full replay of News From The Pits Episode 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQFJ0zBc97U The Latest REVOSIM Hardware Announcements This new episode highlighted the latest additions to the REVOSIM SimRacing accessory lineup. Introducing the RS Lite (3.2Nm): NACON Racing unveiled a brand-new entry point into the REVOSIM lineup: the RS Lite. Designed for sim racers looking to get into racing simulation, the RS Lite bundle will be available on nacongaming.com in late 2026 priced at €279.90 and will be the most affordable Direct Drive wheel on the market: - 3.2Nm Direct Drive Technology: Attached to the steering wheel, the Direct Drive wheel base delivers 3.2Nm of instant, smooth force feedback so players can feel every detail of the road. - High-Precision Hall Effect Pedal Set: Equipped with magnetic sensors, the pedal set provides high precision and maximum durability. The spring resistance is fully adjustable to tailor brake feel to player preferences. - REVOSIM Accessories Included: The bundle includes a desk mount as well as a phone holder that you can fix to the base to serve as a telemetry dashboard display. - Bluetooth connectivity: Equipped with built-in Bluetooth connectivity, the wheelbase enables console players to fine-tune their settings on the fly and access live Dashboard telemetry directly from their smartphone via the REVOSIM app already available on iOS and Android stores. - RS Pure Coming to Consoles: Following its launch on PC, the
Aug 23, 2026 · via gamespress.com
Automobilista 2 has spent years standing out for something that has also been one of its biggest contradictions: it offers an enormous variety of cars, eras, and circuits, but it still does not have a fully implemented official career mode. Reiza Studios confirmed in February 2026 that its Career Mode remains in development and that the intention is to introduce it in stages, with an initial implementation planned for the second half of 2026. Into that gap has come Zero to Apex, an application created by developer Josh — known as jozeed1 on OverTake — that is trying to do something considerably more ambitious than simply saving the results of a few races: build around Automobilista 2 a persistent, automated career and a motorsport world that evolves season after season. Its first public version appeared on July 21, 2026 and, barely a month later, the project is already on version 0.6.4, released on August 19. And that is the key to understanding what Zero to Apex really is. It is not a traditional story mode. There is no scripted campaign in which every player meets the same characters and goes through the same scenes. It is, rather, a dynamic single-player career mode that uses Automobilista 2 as the driving simulator and adds around it the professional progression system that the game still does not provide natively. The problem Zero to Apex is trying to solve Automobilista 2 allows players to create custom races and championships, but turning them into a coherent professional career requires a fair amount of work from the player. You have to choose categories, configure events, keep track of results and, with less integrated external solutions, constantly switch between the simulator and other applications. Zero to Apex was born precisely to remove that friction. Its developer explains
Aug 23, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
DirtFish Women in Motorsport co-ordinator Josie Rimmer has talked of her pride in delivering Saturday’s fifth annual Summit, with hands-on workshops designed to help empower the next generation of women in motorsport. Saturday’s packed program at DirtFish Rally School was streamed live by AT&T and bookended by an outstanding VIP event on Friday and the Parc Fermé Gala on Saturday evening. Friday was about delivering action-packed, exclusive seat time with ARA National Championship stars, DirtFish WiM Driver Aoife Raftery and Lia Block – as well as factory Defender driver Sara Price. Through Saturday, Raftery, Block, Hannah McKillop and Michelle Miller led the rally workshops, while Price had off-road covered. For those leaning more towards the circuit than the stage, DirtFish WiM Driver Michele Abbate, Amanda Sorensen and Sabre Cook delivered plenty of insight into racing success, while Girlie Lukhele demonstrated what it takes to succeed in sim racing. Evelina Hanchett and Lucy Cesnauskas led the day on the technical side of rally and race car engineering. Hollie McRae, Elana Scherr and Amber Paganelli Koniniec delivered the media workshop, and Dr Megan Roark offered advice and guidance as a Naturopathic practitioner as Dr Cheech informed with incredible wellness expertise. The Gala, which included a live and silent auction, was hosted at The Collection among Steve Rimmer’s amazing display of rally cars. Reflecting on the success of the fifth Women in Motorsport Summit, Josie said: “It’s been an honor to host these Women in Motorsport Pros here. It’s been an honor to have the sponsors on board that we do. It’s been an honor to work with AT&T to have this event live streamed globally. I feel infinitely privileged that my reality is one which allows me to amplify the voices of the women doing incredible things. “The conversations we have witnessed,
Aug 23, 2026 · via dirtfish.com
Logitech RS50 System for PS/PC Is Currently 17% Off on Amazon Australia. - Jamie Robinson - 8 hours ago - 1 min read If you've been looking at getting into sim racing, or you've been waiting for a good opportunity to upgrade your current racing wheel setup, this could be a pretty good time to take a look at the Logitech RS50. The Playstation/PC version of the RS50 is currently 17% off on Amazon Australia, making it a particularly interesting option for anyone who has been sitting on the fence about making the jump to a direct drive setup. I spent a considerable amount of time with the RS50 for my original review, and it genuinely surprised me just how much of a difference it made compared to the entry-level racing wheel setup I was coming from. This isn't one of those upgrades where you get a slightly nicer wheel and a little bit more force feedback. The difference is immediately noticeable, particularly once you get it mounted onto a proper racing rig. I've been using it across a range of racing games and it has quickly become one of those pieces of gaming hardware that I find difficult to go back from once I've experienced it. At 17% off, it's definitely worth considering if you've been thinking about upgrading.
Aug 23, 2026 · via gamingaustralia.com.au
Rennsport will be playable at the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt, with more games expected to be announced ahead of the event.
Since its appearance at last year’s Expo, the sim racing title has expanded with the Endurance Classics and Touring Classics DLC packs adding new cars and tracks, along with updates improving the AI opponent behaviour and visuals.
A mystery new car manufacturer will be announced at the Expo, ahead of a new development roadmap that will reveal what to expect for the rest of the year.
Alongside the playable stand, the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt will also host the in-person final round of Rennsport’s R1 competition, where the winning team will be decided with a €10,000 prize pool at stake.
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MOZA Racing has confirmed a global Gamescom 2026 debut linked to Mercedes-Benz, one year after the two companies first announced their sim racing partnership. MOZA Racing has teased a new Mercedes-Benz sim racing product ahead of Gamescom 2026, confirming that the result of its collaboration with the German manufacturer will make its global debut at the Cologne event. The teaser was published on August 22 with the message: “MOZA Racing｜Mercedes-Benz — bringing decades of motorsport heritage into the world of simulation.” The announcement stops short of identifying the product itself. MOZA has not yet confirmed its name, specifications, price, platform compatibility or commercial release date, meaning the full details are being reserved for Gamescom, which takes place from August 26-30, 2026. Mercedes-Benz Partnership Moves Towards Its First Product MOZA’s relationship with Mercedes-Benz is not entirely new. The company announced a partnership with Mercedes-AMG at Gamescom 2025, stating at the time that the two brands were working together on future sim racing products without revealing what form the collaboration would take. The latest teaser is therefore significant because it moves that partnership towards an actual public debut. MOZA specifically describes the Gamescom appearance as a “global debut”, strongly indicating that visitors in Cologne will see the first hardware or simulation project resulting from the collaboration. For now, however, MOZA has not confirmed whether the reveal will be a steering wheel, another type of sim racing peripheral or a broader Mercedes-Benz-themed product. Until the full presentation, details beyond the official Mercedes-Benz branding remain unconfirmed. MOZA Builds a Major Gamescom 2026 Line-Up The Mercedes-Benz reveal joins an increasingly busy Gamescom programme for MOZA. The company has also teased a Ford Mustang GTD-related sim racing project and confirmed that its officially licensed MotoGP simulation hardware will receive its first detailed public showing in Cologne.
Aug 23, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
From lockdown video games to pro racing driver A 21-year-old racing driver has spoken of his "unconventional" route into motor-racing - which began with computer games during the Covid-19 lockdown. Will Redford, a race winner at the GT Challenge de las Américas last month, said it was his dad that got him into the sport in the first place. He said: "My dad had always been really into racing sims and stuff like that and he bought me a subscription to a programme called iRacing and there was nothing else to do, I got right into it." After getting to grips with virtual racing he looked to get behind the wheel of a real car - getting his breakthrough in a scholarship competition. Redford, originally from Warrington, told Ian Puckey on BBC Essex's Sport Extra show that his journey in the sport has been "interesting" but "amazing". "I took a bit of an unconventional route into motorsport. I started sim racing... so playing computer games and that was during the first COVID lockdown. "Quite naively quite quickly I wanted to get into a real car not understanding how you've got to raise the money as a driver to be able to go and race." He said that he did "quite well" in a scholarship drive he won and it "spiralled" from there, joining Bourne HPP in Witham, Essex. Racing a Mercedes-AMG GT3 in Guyana last month for the team was "the biggest opportunity" in his career. "Terry Radbourne from Bourne HPP called me and asked me to race in Guyana. We went out we won that event and he hired me," he said. Radbourne is the company's CEO who began his career in Formula One and started the Witham-based company around six years ago. Bourne HPP marketing manager Luke Johnson
Aug 23, 2026 · via bbc.com
A 21-year-old racing driver has spoken of his "unconventional" route into motor-racing - which began with computer games during the Covid-19 lockdown. Will Redford, a race winner at the GT Challenge de las Américas last month, said it was his dad that got him into the sport in the first place. He said: "My dad had always been really into racing sims and stuff like that and he bought me a subscription to a programme called iRacing and there was nothing else to do, I got right into it." After getting to grips with virtual racing he looked to get behind the wheel of a real car - getting his breakthrough in a scholarship competition. Redford, originally from Warrington, told Ian Puckey on BBC Essex's Sport Extra show that his journey in the sport has been "interesting" but "amazing". "I took a bit of an unconventional route into motorsport. I started sim racing... so playing computer games and that was during the first COVID lockdown. "Quite naively quite quickly I wanted to get into a real car not understanding how you've got to raise the money as a driver to be able to go and race." He said that he did "quite well" in a scholarship drive he won and it "spiralled" from there, joining Bourne HPP in Witham, Essex. Racing a Mercedes-AMG GT3 in Guyana last month for the team was "the biggest opportunity" in his career. "Terry Radbourne from Bourne HPP called me and asked me to race in Guyana. We went out we won that event and he hired me," he said. Radbourne is the company's CEO who began his career in Formula One and started the Witham-based company around six years ago. Bourne HPP marketing manager Luke Johnson said the opportunity to race in South America
Aug 23, 2026 · via sports.yahoo.com
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Aug 23, 2026 · via youtu.be
British motoring magazine evo has published a wide-ranging interview with Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi, covering everything from the challenges of tire physics to Polyphony Digital’s relationship with Sony. It was conducted at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria, earlier this year, where Yamauchi joined Polestar as the company continued its promotional tie-in between the Polestar 5 and Gran Turismo 7. Much of the ground covered will be familiar to GTPlanet readers, but there are a few comments worth digging into, including an interesting one about the pressure Yamauchi used to face from Sony. Sony Pushback Has Eased When asked whether he has ever been told by his bosses at Sony to cut corners or that his team is taking too long to produce new games, Yamauchi gave an answer that will raise eyebrows among anyone who followed the series through the late 2000s: “Up to about Gran Turismo 5, yes. Nowadays, not so much.” Of course, Gran Turismo 5 had one of the most protracted and publicly scrutinized development cycles in the series’ history with two significant announced delays, so it’s interesting to hear Yamauchi acknowledge that corporate patience was being tested during that era. Yamauchi also repeated the now-familiar figure that a single car takes roughly eight months to complete. That covers both the graphics model and the physics work required to make it behave like the real thing, compared to roughly two hours per car back in the original Gran Turismo days. Recreating the Nürburgring Nordschleife, he said, took four years. Tires Remain the Hardest Problem On the simulation side, Yamauchi was frank about where the biggest challenge lies: tires. Components like suspension and drivetrains can be modeled with little gap between simulation and reality, but tires are a different story, with some of
Aug 22, 2026 · via gtplanet.net
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Aug 22, 2026 · via youtube.com
Will Power 'Living Childhood Dream' Ahead Of INDYCAR Freedom 250 In Washington, D.C. Will Power is living his childhood dream. A kid from Toowoomba, Australia — "a small town" with a population less than 200,000 people — Power would envision the life he's currently experiencing. The Formula 2 car stored in his family's garage from his father, Bob's racing days, was a token of what it meant to breakthrough in the racing world. Power's done more than breakthrough. He's competed in INDYCAR for 19 seasons, winning 43 races and two championships. Yet he's still awestruck at the chance to drive in the first-ever INDYCAR race in Washington, D.C. "When I look back at it, I tell people, ‘I’m living my childhood dream' because when I was a kid my brother and myself used to play racing," Power said, speaking with Will Buxton during Friday's episode of SPEED on FOX. "Getting to go to the White House, or meeting the President — for a boy from Toowoomba, a small town in Australia — that is incredible." Power and his competitors tested out the course for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. during Saturday morning's practice. The roadcourse begins across from The Capitol on 3rd Street. Drivers take a left on Pennsylvania Avenue, where pit road sits. The race continues on Constitution Avenue, then the Washington Monument enters the backdrop. Before the practice, Power had only experienced the race via sim. "The track is cool, just based on the sim," Power said on SPEED on FOX. "Seven's proper tight," Buxton said, chuckling. "It's going to be fun." Power's feel for the Freedom 250 will certainly improve ahead of Sunday's race, with coverage on FOX set to begin at 11:30 a.m. ET on Sunday with the green flag scheduled for 1:13
Aug 22, 2026 · via foxsports.com
Launching on 2nd September, Season 7 will primarily feature a Japanese car theme, a region that was previously underrepresented, with six new cars joining the roster. Among the new cars coming to Season 6 are the previously confirmed Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV, marking the manufacturer’s Solar Crown debut. The Skyline R34 will be earned by reaching Level 15 of the Solar Pass, while the Lancer Evolution will be a Level 50 reward. These are joined by the newly announced Mazda RX-7 FD3S, which will be available to buy from the dealership, and the Nissan 370Z Nismo, unlockable as a Level 1 Solar Pass Reward. Like Mitusbishi, this will mark Mazda’s first appearance in Solar Crown. Rounding out the new cars in Season 6 are the BMW M3 GT3 EVO and the custom Volkswagen Bettle Buggy Holiday Edition. Both are exclusive to the online store. Alongside the new cars, Season 7 will introduce several quality-of-life improvements, including a new tab for live events, making it easier to access the daily and season challenges and claim rewards. Additionally, spoilers will be removable from select cars, including the Lotus Exige, Mazda RX-7, Nissan Skyline R34, Nissan Skyline R35, Mitsubishi Evo IV and Audi TT RS. Tyre grip will also be improved for hypercars to make the physics “more consistent”, as demonstrated in the presentation with a drive in the Koenigsegg Agera RS. A pit lane will also be added to Hong Kong Island’s racetrack alongside 3D modelled speed cameras and checkpoints. After its September launch, a mid-season update will add the ability to change rim sizes and new third-person chase cameras. A “big partnership” is also teased, with more to be revealed in October’s Solar Club letter. Season 7 was originally set to introduce the Official Racing Centre,
Aug 22, 2026 · via traxion.gg
Andretti Global’s Kyle Kirkwood set the fastest time during Saturday morning’s first practice session for the NTT IndyCar Series Washington Grand Prix—the Freedom 250. Operating on a damp track that dried rapidly, the street-course specialist posted a best lap of 57.374s in Group 1 to lead overall. The first session on the new 1.7-mile circuit around the National Mall was delayed by 15 minutes as damp track conditions required initial installation laps on wet tyres. As the driving line cleared, teams quickly switched to primary slick compounds before fitting soft tyres during the split-group segments. Following discussions on the event’s political backdrop, drivers encountered a technical layout where mistakes carried immediate penalties. Will Power clipped the exit wall at Turn 2, damaging his Andretti entry, while McLaren’s Christian Lundgaard spun into the Turn 6 barrier but avoided terminal damage. Álex Palou topped the Group 2 segment with a 57.612s lap, ending up 2nd overall behind Kirkwood. Dennis Hauger, David Malukas, and Marcus Ericsson rounded out the top five positions. IndyCar track action continues on Saturday afternoon with Practice 2, followed by Qualifying later in the day. Broadcast guide: Where to watch in the United States - United States (Eastern Time / ET) - Broadcaster: FOX / Peacock - Practice 2: Saturday, August 22 – 13:00 ET - Qualifying: Saturday, August 22 – 17:00 ET - Race: Sunday, August 23 – 13:00 ET Frequently asked questions (FAQ) 1. Who set the fastest lap in Practice 1 for the Washington GP? Kyle Kirkwood topped the session with a lap time of 57.374s driving for Andretti Global. 2. What caused the delay at the start of Practice 1? Damp track conditions following morning rainfall delayed the green flag by 15 minutes. 3. What is the layout of the Washington street circuit? The track
Aug 22, 2026 · via grandepremio.com
Fanatec has acknowledged wheelbase freezes affecting some Gran Turismo 7 users following Update 1.71, which also enabled FullForce support on the GT DD Pro. Fanatec is investigating a new issue affecting some wheelbases after Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71, released on August 20. The update introduced several force feedback changes and officially enabled FullForce effects on the Gran Turismo DD Pro, but users began reporting freezes, shutdowns and abnormal steering behaviour shortly after installing it. Reports on Fanatec’s official forum describe bases suddenly losing force feedback, shutting down during a race or, in some cases, pulling sharply to one side before requiring a restart. The problem does not appear to affect every user, but Fanatec has confirmed that the freezes are being investigated following the latest GT7 update. Fanatec and Polyphony Digital Are Investigating Fanatec representative Maurice Böschen confirmed that the company is in contact with the Gran Turismo 7 development team to determine where the fix will need to be made. Fanatec is currently assessing whether the issue can be addressed through its own software or firmware, or whether Polyphony Digital will need to release a new GT7 patch. Update 1.71 made several changes specifically affecting steering hardware. According to the official Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71 patch notes, Polyphony Digital adjusted force feedback torque strength and friction, understeer vibration, throttle and brake input characteristics, and introduced revised Auto Setup parameters for the GT DD Pro, GT DD Extreme and Podium wheelbases. The update also enabled FullForce feedback effects on the GT DD Pro. Fanatec describes FullForce as an additional high-frequency feedback layer designed to communicate finer details from the car and track through compatible Direct Drive wheelbases. More information on the technology is available through Fanatec’s official FullForce documentation. No Confirmed Fix Yet At the time of writing,
Aug 22, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
There’s soon to be a sim racing replica of the Ford Mustang GTD’s steering wheel.
Created by Moza Racing, a teaser image showcases the (mostly) round device, with seemingly blue stitching inspired by Ford Racing’s colours.
There’s a centring stripe at the stop, and the proud galloping feral horse logo and GTD moniker (not used on the actual car’s input) on the central hub. What can’t be seen currently is how the on-wheel buttons are replicated or the shift paddle design.
This is from the quickest production Mustang ever, a derivation of the muscle car designed to lower track times, more specifically at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
The Chinese manufacturer has been aggressively expanding into branded equipment relating to real-world vehicles.
Last year at Gamescom, it showcased a round Porsche 911 GT3-aping prototype and has produced a Mission R device. It also confirmed a partnership with Mercedes-AMG at that same event, although 12 months later it’s not been seen.
The Ford Mustang GTD wheel will be showcased at this year’s Cologne event, starting on Wednesday 26th August 2026, where it will also debut a MotoGP-endorsed motorcycle simulator.
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