Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Review Despite a love for sim-racing, I don’t always need the fancy bells and whistles to have a good time. Sometimes all I want are fast cars and pretty lights. And I think that’s the philosophy behind Hot Wheels Infinite Rush. Is it deep? No. Is it dripping with content? Absolutely not. Is it fun? Yeah, it’s okay. Milestone, the Italian developer behind the previous two Unleashed games, has opted for an open world this time around. Instead of exclusively confining the racing to pre-built tracks, players now have four islands to explore at their leisure. After a week with Infinite Rush, I think the toy-car magic is still there. The problem is that expanding the series into an open world has also introduced new, particularly grating issues. One thing you gotta give ‘em credit for: Milestone continues to be exceptionally good at making these toy cars look great. Infinite Rush is full of lighting effects that give the vehicles the type of finish you just don’t expect to see in a game geared towards kids. Cars catch the light beautifully, and reflections morph across the bodywork. The vehicle models are equally impressive whether I’m examining one in the garage or watching it rip past me during a race. And small details like decals and surface wear help distinguish a stock model from a customized version. After three games, it’s safe to say Milestone has figured out how to make these toy cars come to life. Engine Roar It isn’t just the visuals that Milestone has figured out, though. Engine audio is also excellent. Engines pop, growl, and roar in ways that make it easy to forget these are supposed to be toys. It really is impressive. Unfortunately, Infinite Rush’s music didn’t receive the same attention.
Sep 6, 2026 · via cogconnected.com
NVIDIA DLSS 5 is now officially available, but sim racing is already taking the technology beyond its initial supported games. No major racing simulator currently offers native DLSS 5 support, yet community tools and mods are already getting Neural Rendering working experimentally in titles including Automobilista 2 and Assetto Corsa. NVIDIA launched DLSS 5 on September 3, 2026, with NBA 2K27 becoming the first officially supported game. Its headline feature is 3D-Guided Neural Rendering, a new stage in the graphics pipeline designed to enhance lighting and material detail while remaining anchored to the original image produced by the game engine. For sim racers, however, the most interesting developments are currently happening outside official developer support. Community projects are finding ways to feed the information required by DLSS 5 into games that were never designed around the technology, opening the door to experiments in both modern and older racing simulators. Assetto Corsa is becoming DLSS 5 test bed Assetto Corsa is another obvious candidate for this type of experimentation. More than a decade after its original release, Custom Shaders Patch continues to extend the simulator’s graphics pipeline with rendering features that were never part of Kunos Simulazioni’s original engine. Recent CSP preview development has already introduced modern upscaling functionality, while community users are now experimenting with DLSS 5 Neural Rendering alongside those graphics modifications. The result is a particularly flexible environment for testing how NVIDIA’s new rendering model behaves in a racing simulator. As with AMS2, this should not be confused with official support. Kunos has not announced DLSS 5 for the original Assetto Corsa, and the Neural Rendering experiments currently circulating within the community depend on external components and custom configurations. Early testing also exposes some of the problems that matter specifically in racing games. Ghosting and disocclusion can become
Sep 6, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
Last updated: September 6, 2026. Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV will add 12 new cars across two free updates arriving in October and December. Six cars can already be identified from the announcement trailer, while the remaining six are still being kept secret by Polyphony Digital. Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV will add 12 new cars before the end of 2026, forming one of the largest vehicle drops the game has received as part of a major update. Polyphony Digital has confirmed that the first half of Spec IV arrives in October with six cars, followed by another six cars in December. The complete official list has not yet been published. However, the announcement trailer shown during the September 3 State of Play clearly reveals six vehicles, including the return of the V10-powered BMW M5 E60, a classic Mugen Honda touring car and two very different Vision Gran Turismo machines. | # | Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Car | Status | Release | |---|---|---|---| | 1 | BMW M5 (E60) | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 2 | Honda MUGEN MOTUL CIVIC Si Race Car ’87 | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 3 | Citroën 2CV Charleston | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 4 | Honda Stepwgn Spada | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 5 | Mazda RX-VISION GT3 EVO | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 6 | Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo | Shown in Spec IV trailer | October or December | | 7 | To be announced | Unknown | October or December | | 8 | To be announced | Unknown | October or December |
Sep 6, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
Fellow Motorist: Kenneth Ho, race car driver, entrepreneur, and member of the Shane Ang Racing team Kenneth Ho, 36, a professional race car driver and entrepreneur, talks us through how he got into the sport as an adult and what it takes to become successful as a race car driver. This Fellow Motorist story is part of a series featuring the racing drivers from the Motorist-supported Shane Ang Racing team, a group of Singapore's best drivers who battle it out on track in some of Asia's toughest motorsport competitions. How long have you been a motorist? Less than one year. I'm only 18. Haha, I'm kidding. More like 18 years of driving experience after getting my licence at 18. What do you like and dislike about being a motorist in Singapore? Apart from having ownership of a car, there's nothing to like. All the things I like, such as car meet locations, local motorsports, and car modifications, are slowly being killed off. Whereas for the things I dislike, I could probably write an essay on, like perpetual traffic jams, lack of parking lots, high cost of ownership, et cetera. What would be your ultimate dream car? Pagani Zonda F, manual. How did the ideas for Mini Me Racing and Dorifto come about, from concept to reality? My boss, Shane, asked me, "Can this be done? Can that be done?" And I said yes. How long have you been racing, and how did you get started? I have been racing for only five years. I always dreamed of being a racer since I was a kid, watching Michael Schumacher in his Ferrari years, but I never had the chance. My parents refused when I asked for a go-kart – that was when I was in primary school. F1 drivers usually start
Sep 6, 2026 · via motorist.sg
GTPlanet readers can now save 5% on sim racing cockpits, wheel stands, seats, and flight simulator gear by shopping through our link to the official Next Level Racing store and entering the code GTPLANET at checkout. The discount applies to full-price products across most of the range. Like our Fanatec coupon code, this is an ongoing arrangement rather than a flash sale, and there’s no set end date. As an affiliate partner of Next Level Racing, we earn a commission on purchases made through the links in this article or with the GTPLANET code at no extra cost to you, so everybody wins. Who Is Next Level Racing? If you’ve ever looked at hard-mounting a wheel instead of clamping it to a desk, you’ve probably run into Next Level Racing. The company is based on Australia’s Gold Coast and has been building cockpits and wheel stands for well over a decade. We first reviewed their original Wheel Stand back in 2014, and later put the F1GT cockpit through its paces in 2017. The company has come a long way since then and now produces a wide range of products, from a $179 folding wheel stand to $2,999 motion platforms, with FIA-licensed rigs, a PlayStation-licensed cockpit, ventilated and haptic seats, and a full line of flight sim hardware in between. For Gran Turismo fans, Hyundai’s new N Racing Simulator is built on the company’s GTElite Lite cockpit with a Logitech RS50 wheel, and Hyundai says it has been selected as the official rig for the Gran Turismo 7 event at the 2026 Asian Games. Next Level Racing also supplied the GTElite cockpits for the Hyundai N-Virtual Cup final last year. How Much You Actually Save Here’s how the math works out on the products most GTPlanet readers will be looking at,
Sep 5, 2026 · via gtplanet.net
Assetto Corsa Rally has teased the three new cars coming with Early Access Update 0.6, with the latest video appearing to reveal a Peugeot 206 WRC, Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 and an early Audi Quattro rally car. The short teaser was published by the official Assetto Corsa account on September 4, combining engine sounds from all three upcoming cars with carefully selected shots of their bodywork. Supernova Games Studios has not formally announced the model names yet. However, the visual and audio clues strongly point towards three very different generations of four-wheel-drive rally machinery. Peugeot 206 WRC appears to be heading to Assetto Corsa Rally The easiest car to identify appears to be the Peugeot 206 WRC. Its distinctive bonnet vents can be seen in the teaser, matching the car Peugeot used at the highest level of international rallying between 1999 and 2003. The 206 WRC became one of the defining rally cars of its era, helping Peugeot secure three consecutive manufacturers’ titles and carrying Marcus Grönholm to the 2000 and 2002 drivers’ championships. Its appearance would also add another important late-1990s and early-2000s World Rally Car to Assetto Corsa Rally’s expanding historical roster. Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 also teased The second car appears to be the Volkswagen Polo GTI R5, Volkswagen Motorsport’s customer rally car introduced in 2018. The Polo would give Assetto Corsa Rally another modern four-wheel-drive machine to run alongside cars such as the Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 and Hyundai i20. Unlike the 206, the Polo represents the customer-focused R5 generation that preceded today’s Rally2 terminology, providing a noticeably different driving and technical profile from the older World Rally Car. The third car appears to be an early Audi Quattro The final car is accompanied by the unmistakable sound of an Audi five-cylinder engine and appears to
Sep 5, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
MOZA’s European store is now listing the R16 Ultra Direct Drive wheelbase with estimated dispatch in mid-September 2026, giving European buyers a clearer availability window for the company’s latest 16 Nm base. The MOZA R16 Ultra is currently priced at €549 in Europe. MOZA does not specify an exact shipping day, and the mid-September estimate should be treated as a current store availability window rather than a newly announced release date. The R16 Ultra delivers 16 Nm of sustained Direct Drive torque and introduces a new high-density flat-wire motor designed to provide lower cogging and smoother force feedback than the previous R16 generation. It also uses a 21-bit magnetic encoder with 2,097,152 positions, a 600 MHz processor and MOZA’s NexGen Force Feedback Algorithm U1. The aluminium housing measures 206 × 140 × 135 mm and supports bottom, front and side mounting. MOZA has also added dual RGB light strips capable of displaying telemetry-related effects, while dedicated ports allow compatible pedals, dashboards, shifters, handbrakes and an emergency stop switch to connect directly to the wheelbase. The R16 Ultra is officially supported on PC and can also be used on Xbox when paired with the licensed MOZA ESX Steering Wheel. PlayStation compatibility is not currently listed. Availability varies by region. While the European store currently estimates dispatch for mid-September 2026, MOZA’s US store already lists the R16 Ultra at $529 with dispatch within three business days. European buyers interested in the new wheelbase can check the latest pricing and availability through the official MOZA R16 Ultra product page. See you on the track! This website uses affiliate links which may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
Sep 5, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
Updated September 5, 2026: Fanatec has released App v1.5.4.1, a dedicated hotfix for the CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro that addresses force feedback loss, rapid oscillations and unexpected wheelbase shutdowns following Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71. Fanatec has released a new hotfix for stability problems affecting some Gran Turismo DD Pro wheelbases following Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71. The problems emerged after the August 20 update, which introduced substantial force feedback changes and officially enabled FullForce effects on the PlayStation-compatible Gran Turismo DD Pro. Users subsequently reported wheelbase disconnections, complete loss of force feedback and abnormal steering behaviour. In more serious cases, drivers described the wheel suddenly oscillating or applying strong forces before the base shut down or required a restart. Fanatec initially investigated the reports alongside Polyphony Digital and issued temporary guidance advising affected users to reduce the FullForce strength setting. The company has now followed that investigation with a dedicated software and firmware hotfix. Fanatec App v1.5.4.1 targets GT7 1.71 problems Fanatec App v1.5.4.1 was released on September 3, 2026 and is specifically described by Fanatec as a hotfix for the CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro. According to the official Fanatec v1.5.4.1 release notes, the update addresses several stability problems that appeared following Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.71. Fanatec lists three specific GT7-related issues as fixed: - Force feedback loss - Rapid wheel oscillation - Unexpected wheelbase shutdowns The same hotfix also addresses heavy oscillations that could occur when returning to driving after leaving menus in selected PC titles, including RaceRoom Racing Experience, rFactor 2 and BeamNG.drive. This means the previous situation has changed significantly: there is now an official Fanatec-side fix specifically targeting the GT7 1.71 stability problems. Does the Fanatec hotfix completely solve the problem? Fanatec’s official changelog describes the GT7 stability
Sep 5, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
Global headwear and lifestyle brand New Era has partnered with Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz to introduce Team Fifty5, a new collection of apparel and headwear inspired by the racer’s personal brand and fan community. The range features a mix of New Era’s signature headwear styles alongside hoodies and T-shirts, offered in a color palette that includes outdoor green, off-white, white, faded blue, and red. Several pieces incorporate embroidered and woven accents featuring a red chili pepper motif, a nod to Sainz’s nickname and a recognizable symbol within the Team Fifty5 community. Among the standout pieces is a specially designed yellow 9FORTY cap, created for supporters attending the Team Fifty5 Grandstand during Sainz’s home Grand Prix in Madrid. The cap draws inspiration from one of the driver’s favorite colors while also reflecting the yellow element of the Spanish national flag. The headwear lineup includes New Era’s popular 9TWENTY and 9FORTY A-Frame silhouettes. Complementing the caps is a selection of casual apparel, including oversized and relaxed-fit hoodies and T-shirts, as well as slim-fit and cropped T-shirt options designed for women. Carlos Sainz, Founder, Atlassian Williams F1 Team driver and Team Fifty5, said "Team Fifty5 is part of who I am since the beginning of my career. Together with my personal team and with my fans, we have built a community of shared experiences and values, and it's time to expand it, at the track and beyond. With this collection, we wanted to create something that feels authentic to that identity but can be worn every day. New Era understands the connection between sport, culture, and personal style, and I'm proud of what we have created together." Patrik Soderstrom, Vice President, Europe, Middle East and Africa, New Era, shared, "Team Fifty5 represents a natural meeting point between elite motorsport and contemporary lifestyle.
Sep 5, 2026 · via indianretailer.com
September 2026 offers sim racers several opportunities to compete for real prizes, ranging from cash and hardware to $60,000 in scholarships and even a real Toyota Supra. Some competitions are still accepting qualifiers during the opening days of September, while others already have their championship grids locked and are now entering their most important races of the season. The requirements vary significantly. Some events are completely free and open internationally, others require an existing iRacing subscription or university eligibility, and the Toyota Supra competition requires qualifying in person in the United States. | Competition | Platform | September Date | Prize | Entry Status | |---|---|---|---|---| | Toyota Supra Competition | Sim Racing Naperville | Qualifying ends Sep 6 | Real Toyota Supra worth approx. $60,000 | Still qualifying | | FIA Esports European Hill Climb Cup | RaceRoom | Qualifying ends Sep 7 | Final qualification + Next Level Racing hardware prize | Open | | Virtual Esport LMU League 1 | Le Mans Ultimate | Sep 13 | €400 cash | Check current registration | | eNASCAR College iRacing Series | iRacing | Time Attack Sep 15-20 | $60,000 season scholarship pool | Registration open for eligible students | | Porsche Esports Supercup | iRacing | Sep 19 / Sep 26 | $30,000 championship prize pool | 32 drivers already qualified | | eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series | iRacing | Sep 15 / Sep 22 | Part of $500,000 championship programme | Professional championship grid closed | Win a real Toyota Supra through sim racing The most unusual prize available this month comes from Sim Racing Naperville, which is running a driving competition where the overall winner receives a real Toyota Supra with an approximate advertised value of $60,000. Unlike a conventional giveaway, this is a skill-based competition.
Sep 5, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
The 2026 Porsche Esports Supercup World Championship will begin on September 19 at Spa-Francorchamps, bringing together 32 of the world’s fastest iRacing competitors for a five-round battle with $30,000 in prize money and a potential route into real-world Porsche motorsport. Following months of national qualifiers, Global Open Qualifiers and Regional Championships, Porsche and iRacing have now confirmed the complete World Championship field. The five-round championship runs from September 19 through October 24 and visits Spa-Francorchamps, Silverstone, Suzuka, Interlagos and Monza. The overall champion will receive $10,000, but the most significant addition for 2026 goes beyond the cash prize. Porsche Motorsport will select candidates from the World Championship for a Talent Shoot-Out that could ultimately lead to a supported real-world racing programme in 2027. 32 drivers have qualified for the Porsche Esports Supercup World Championship The new PESC format divided qualification into four regions: Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Middle East & Africa.Each Regional Championship consisted of five races, with the top eight drivers from each region advancing to the 32-driver World Championship grid. Xander Reed won the Americas championship, Patrick Kessel topped Middle East & Africa, Charlie Collins won Europe and Dayne Warren dominated Asia-Pacific. Warren’s regional campaign was particularly impressive. He completed the five-round Asia-Pacific championship with a perfect 300 points, five pole positions and five victories, despite competing against defending Porsche Esports Supercup World Champion Cooper Webster. Several established PESC names have also returned to the global championship. Webster will attempt to defend his title, while 2022 champion Diogo Pinto is back on the grid. Sebastian Job, already a two-time PESC champion, has another opportunity to become a three-time winner. Other notable qualifiers include Luke McKeown, Mitchell deJong, Gustavo Ariel, Alejandro Sánchez, Florian Lebigre and Charlie Collins. Porsche Esports Supercup 2026 World Championship calendar The championship consists of five
Sep 5, 2026 · via boxthislap.org
News summary - Hélio Castroneves praised Mick Schumacher’s first IndyCar season, highlighting the German’s quick adaptation and speed. - Schumacher was announced by Meyer Shank Racing on Friday as Felix Rosenqvist’s replacement for 2027 and will drive the No. 66 Honda. - Castroneves believes Schumacher and Marcus Armstrong give Meyer Shank Racing strong expectations for the 2027 season. Hélio Castroneves has welcomed Mick Schumacher to Meyer Shank Racing and praised the German’s performance during his rookie IndyCar season. Castroneves, who is a co-owner of Meyer Shank Racing alongside Mike Shank and Jim Meyer, spoke to GRANDE PRÊMIO after the team confirmed Schumacher as its new driver for the 2027 season. Schumacher will move from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing to Meyer Shank Racing after the 2026 season, replacing Felix Rosenqvist. The German will drive the No. 66 Honda, while Marcus Armstrong will move to the No. 60 entry. The announcement ended speculation over the seat, with Meyer Shank Racing confirming Schumacher as part of its 2027 IndyCar lineup on Friday. Although Schumacher currently sits 23rd in the 2026 championship with 205 points, Castroneves believes the German has shown enough during his first season to justify the move. “All of us at Meyer Shank Racing are very happy to welcome Mick Schumacher, our new driver for the 2027 Indy season,” Castroneves told GRANDE PRÊMIO. “The excitement is huge on both sides. It’s really cool to have such an important surname in world motorsport at our team, and Mick is a driver who arrives with good credentials. He has done very well in his rookie season in IndyCar, proved that he learns very quickly and adapted very easily, while also delivering a lot of speed,” Castroneves added. Schumacher’s rookie campaign has included several notable moments. He was the top-finishing rookie in the 2026
Sep 4, 2026 · via grandepremio.com
Racing fans can buckle up for two exciting Gran Turismo 7 updates that are arriving before 2026 is over. Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Content Details Revealed It’s been a few years since Gran Turismo 7 released for PS4 and PS5 back in March of 2022, but the racing sim is still going strong and bringing plenty of new content to fans of the series. Videos by VICE Next year will mark the 30th anniversary of the franchise and to help celebrate, Gran Turismo 7 is releasing the free Spec IV major update. The Spec IV update is broken into two parts. The first content arrives in October and the second batch of content will drop in December 2026. Here is a breakdown of what racing fans can expect from each half of the Spec IV update: October - A new circuit, ‘Sportsland SUGO’; - Six new cars; - A new ‘Spec IV’ opening cinematic; - Vintage: a section featuring cars not available to purchase as new; - Car Concierge: a service for ordering Used and Legend cars; - Experience: a mode featuring brand-specific driving challenges; - Car Viewer: a feature that lets you admire the cars in your garage; - Collector Level cap increase. December - A new circuit, ‘Autumn Ring’; - Six new cars; - Family: a new mode to be enjoyed by the whole family, from kids to adults; - Shuffle Race: a luck-based race with randomly selected cars; - Online Drift Trial: a new mode where players can test their drifting skills against others worldwide; - The next evolution of Gran Turismo Sophy; - New difficulty level in Power Pack for advanced players. These updates will bring a variety of new content and features to enrich the experience, including two new circuits, 12 distinctive new cars,
Sep 4, 2026 · via vice.com
Three sites are being considered for a proposed $15 million (approx. Rwf 22 billion) motorsport academy and racing facility in Kigali as the project goes through government feasibility assessments and approval processes. Weekend Sport has learnt that the proposed development by UnityVibe Ltd, a motorsport activation and academy company, is being considered for Gahanga, Rebero Culture Village and Kinyinya. The Gahanga option involves about 10 hectares of land owned by the Ministry of Sports. Rebero Culture Village, a 30-hectare entertainment and arts complex in Kicukiro District, and Kinyinya are also being assessed as potential locations. ALSO READ: Proposed motorsport academy fuels Rwanda's racing ambitions However, no final decision has been made on the location, with the Ministry of Sports currently conducting feasibility assessments of the proposed sites. The investment model is also yet to be determined, with discussions ongoing on whether the project will be developed through a public-private partnership with the Government or as a fully private investment. Officials from the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) said the project must first go through the required public-interest and investment approval processes before implementation can begin. The process includes assessing and securing suitable land, determining the appropriate investment and exploitation arrangement, negotiating with the City of Kigali and taking the proposal through the relevant government approval structures. Another key consideration will be the investor’s financial commitment, including the required deposit to demonstrate that the investor is committed to and capable of taking the project forward. ALSO READ: Motorsport in Rwanda: Between growing interest and limited access According to UnityVibe Motorsport Team Principal Fabrice Yoto, the project is expected to bring together motorsport, driver training, entertainment and automotive services under one roof. The proposed facility would feature a go-kart track, autocross and drifting track, sim-racing and e-sports centre, professional motorsport academy and high-performance
Sep 4, 2026 · via newtimes.co.rw
VW Polo GTI R5, Peugeot 206 WRC and Audi Quattro previewed in AC Rally Cars likely to debut in V0.6 of the game, release date TBC Three new cars have been teased for Assetto Corsa Rally’s next update, with rally fans no doubt buzzed to hear the rorty five-cylinder drawl of an S1 Audi Quattro. A short video gave fans an audio preview of the trio of rally machines we can expect to see in the game’s upcoming V0.6 update, with tell-tale snippets of bodywork leading us to believe that the Group 4 Audi Quattro (we’re pretty sure about this…), the Peugeot 206 WRC and the Volkswagen Golf GTI R5 will arrive in the game’s next Early Access update. In a previous community Q&A, Game Director Irvin Zonca said V0.6’s car line-up would include “another French car and two German cars,” which tallies with our suspicions. Launched in 2017, the VW Polo GTI R5 made its international rallying debut in the hands of former WRC champion Petter Solberg on Rally Catalunya. The effervescent Norwegian had to settle for third place, however, with stablemate Éric Camilli giving the car a debut win on asphalt. The car is apparently adorned in its striking launch livery in AC Rally, and should slot into competition with the incumbent Hyundai i20 and Skoda Fabia RS Rally2 machines. It will be interesting to see whether developer Supernova Games Studios decides to create a separate R5 category in future. Peugeot 206 WRC The car that took Marcus Grönholm to two world titles was unmistakably previewed, with the Peugeot 206 WRC’s distinctive bonnet vents giving the game away. The French manufacturer fielded the 206 WRC from 1999 until 2003, scoring three consecutive Manufacturers’ crowns in the process. Team bosses likely wished they’d continued with it into 2004, given
Sep 4, 2026 · via traxion.gg
Harrisburg nonprofit uses racing simulators to help veterans with PTSD, brain injuries HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — For many veterans, coming home after serving can bring new battles, including post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. A Harrisburg nonprofit is offering a different kind of outlet: getting behind the wheel of a racing simulator. Stealth Werks, founded by Marine Corps veteran Adam Kaylor, uses racing simulators to help veterans with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. Kaylor said the idea grew out of his own experience. “I was in the Marine Corps from 2004 to 2008, so when I'm racing other people, I'm not thinking about that," Kaylor said. "I'm thinking about, 'I know there's a car behind me, but I can't see him anymore,'" Kaylor said. Kaylor said the simulator can provide a way to focus on something else, especially during difficult moments. “Some guys ride motorcycles, some guys hunt, fish, go hiking, camping. We can't always do those things," Kaylor said. "You know, you wake up at 2:00 in the morning from a nightmare, you come down here, turn [on] the sim, you disappear for an hour or two, and then you forget what the nightmare was even about." Stealth Werks is accepting applications for veterans, and the simulators are available year-round. Kaylor said he tests all the equipment himself and will help set up the simulator at no cost to the veteran.
Sep 4, 2026 · via local21news.com
People are often accused of not understanding where their food comes from. The source of the supply chain is too far removed from the consumer. When you buy vegetables, you go to the supermarket and don’t think much about how they were grown, processed, and packaged to sit on the shelf, ready for you. Much the same can be said for games. Studios outsource key components of development: art, environment, animation, sound, etc, but the supply chain is longer than you might think. Art Studios in Europe are not always the creators; instead, they outsource work to more cost-effective alternatives. In Vietnam, for example. Racing games require accurate 3D assets for cars, tracks, track-side furniture and environments in order to credibly use the term “simulation”. These assets are rarely created in the UK, Italy, France or wherever else you might expect the larger racing game studios to create the cars and tracks you interact with. Here at Traxion, we always claim to go “straight to the source” to bring you the best quality racing game news and insights. Well, I’m in Vietnam. Glenda Studio I’m visiting Glenda Studio, seeing first-hand how much work goes into the faithful recreation of an LMP2 car, a trackside cafe or a pitlane. On the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, inside an oasis of calm (relative to the frenzied chaos outside) sits a technology and business park that houses the little-known Glenda Studio. I met with studio boss Suong Phan to see how detailed car modelling is done and how she manages a team of 70+ young artists. Walking into the first studio room, I was hit by the intensity of the work. Each artist had their headphones on, listening to whatever flavour of music got them into their flow state, creating a silence
Sep 4, 2026 · via traxion.gg
Audi Singapore Puts The Pedal Down For Race Season Audi turns Cross Street into a mini motorsport hub with F1 merchandise, sim racing and its R26 show car. Audi Singapore is getting into race mode this September, with a series of motorsport-themed activities at its Audi House of Progress at 18 Cross Street. The programme celebrates Audi’s first season in Formula 1 with an Audi R26 show car, sim-racing competitions and exclusive team merchandise customisation. On 5 and 7 September, customers who purchase an Audi Revolut F1 Team jersey can get complimentary adidas embroidery at the showroom during selected time slots. From 12 to 28 September, the showroom gets a racing-inspired makeover, with the full-scale Audi R26 show car taking centre stage. Also returning is the Audi Singapore Time Attack 2026, held on 12, 13 and 26 September at the GT Bar. Fans can chase the fastest lap on Audi’s racing simulators, with prizes including a dining and race-viewing experience for two at the Singapore Night Race. The events reflect Audi’s push to make the House of Progress more than a showroom, bringing its motorsport story closer to fans through lifestyle and interactive experiences. --- Before you buy or sell your car, Carousell first. Carousell Autos. Singapore’s largest direct owner marketplace for everything cars and motorcycles. Get the Best Price for your used car from 500+ dealers in 24 hours - Convenient and Hassle-Free - Consumer Protection - Transparent Process With No Obligation
Sep 4, 2026 · via oneshift.com
Perez plans junior program, Verstappen backs schemes "Without Carlos Slim, I wouldn’t be here" Sergio Perez says he is preparing his own young driver development project, following Lando Norris’ launch of LN4 Fusion. The Cadillac driver said he and manager Khalil Beshir are already working on plans that should be revealed in the coming months. "I think Lando did a great job," he said at Monza. "It’s a really great project, so congratulations. I’d like to do something similar at some point in my career." Perez said his own experience of struggling for backing, particularly as a Latin American driver, is a major motivation. "Without Carlos Slim, I wouldn’t be here," he said. "I was very lucky that he noticed me and supported me." "Our team won’t be focusing solely on Mexican talent. We’re open to considering drivers from all over the world. "We’ll be primarily focused on young drivers." Max Verstappen also welcomed Norris’ initiative. "It’s difficult at the moment," he said. "The costs continue to rise, so the more you can help them, the better it is." "Some great talents don’t have a lot of money." Verstappen is already heavily involved in driver development through sim racing and his own motorsport activities. "We train a lot of drivers from Formula 2, Formula 3 and Formula 4," said the Red Bull driver. "I am very happy with what I do." He also confirmed he is still considering racing in the GT World Challenge finale at Portimao, where clashes with the WEC leave gaps in his usual driver lineup. "We have a conflict in the calendar with the WEC," Verstappen confirmed. "I lose two of my GT drivers. We’re still looking at who would be best suited to replace them."
Sep 4, 2026 · via motorsport.nextgen-auto.com
2026 is far from finished for sim racing. With September already underway, several of the year’s most important releases are still ahead, ranging from an entirely new NASCAR game to major Gran Turismo 7, iRacing, Le Mans Ultimate and Project Motor Racing updates. The remaining calendar is slightly different from a conventional list of upcoming racing games. Some of the biggest releases are complete standalone titles, while others are substantial expansions or seasonal builds capable of changing an existing simulator almost as much as a new game. There are also several projects that developers still intend to advance before the end of the year but have not attached to a firm date. That distinction matters, particularly with titles such as Assetto Corsa EVO and Automobilista 2. | Release | Date / Window | Status | |---|---|---| | iRacing 2026 Season 4 | September 2026 | Confirmed | | Project Motor Racing V8 Power Pack | September 15 | Confirmed | | NASCAR 26 | September 18 | Confirmed | | Le Mans Ultimate US Track Pack 2 | September | Confirmed window | | Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Part 1 | October | Confirmed | | Project Motor Racing World Endurance Pack | Q4 2026 | Confirmed window | | Automobilista 2 Career Mode initial rollout | Second half of 2026 | Development target | | Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV Part 2 | December | Confirmed | | Le Mans Ultimate US Track Pack 3 | December | Confirmed window | iRacing 2026 Season 4 — September Before NASCAR 26 arrives, iRacing itself is preparing one of its biggest seasonal builds of 2026. The service enters its Season 4 transition in September with significant work taking place underneath the simulation rather than simply another collection of cars and
Sep 4, 2026 · via boxthislap.org