Budget AMD AM4 CPU
A new $99 Ryzen processor is released to extend the life of DDR4 systems.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-09-13
ddNews · sim racing news for Dirk — the iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate
ASUS ROG XREAL R1
A test of new AR gaming glasses for home use.
Fanatec Bentley wheel restock
The Continental GT3 Pikes Peak replica is back in stock in Europe for €1,499.95.
iRacing Season 4 2026 launch
The new season introduces a significant wave of new cars and overhauled tracks.
WRC Rallye Chile 2026
Oliver Solberg maintains a slim lead amidst heavy crashes from Neuville and Armstrong.
DTM Balance of Performance
Six cars are affected by BoP changes at the Sachsenring ahead of Sunday's race.
iRacing Arcade Review
A look at the "Arcade" companion mode designed for a more casual, "one more race" experience.
iRacing Mazda MX-5 overhaul
The popular entry-level racer is receiving significant changes.
Microsoft Flight Simulator SU7
Beta cycle begins for Sim Update 7, confirming air races for October 13.
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Lando Norris takes Madrid Pole
Norris secures the first-ever pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring street circuit.
Moza MotoGP Handlebars
A new officially licensed MotoGP handlebar attachment for Direct Drive bases was revealed at Gamescom.
Madrid GP Qualifying
Lando Norris takes pole at the new Madring circuit, beating Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen.
Pirelli on Madrid's La Monumental
Technical insights into the tire demands of the complex new Madrid circuit.
NLS8 photo finish
Schubert Motorsport wins a thriller against Falken Porsche in the final meters.
Project Motor Racing Gen3 update
New updates pave the way for the 2023 Aussie Gen3 Supercars.
F1 drivers critique "Madring"
Sim testing reveals the new circuit is significantly more difficult to drive than it appears on paper.
Project Motor Racing Gen3 Supercars
A new update introduces the 2023 Australian Gen3 Supercars to the simulation.
Marco Wittmann wins Sachsenring
The BMW pilot secures victory from pole to keep his title hopes alive.
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Red Bull simulator failure
Pierre Wache admits the sim failed to predict the specific challenges of the Madring circuit.
Fanatec TGS 2026 showcase
The company will reveal unreleased sim racing hardware at the Tokyo Game Show.
Moza PS5 wheelbase tease
Moza is preparing to launch its first PlayStation 5 compatible wheelbase.
NASCAR 26 Trophy Room
The upcoming title brings back the reward-based trophy system from classic EA games.
LMU public online testing
The upcoming September 2026 update expands the public test programme to refine the multiplayer experience.
Apple Event 2026
New iPhones and the company's first foldable are expected on September 9th.
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Ubisoft Connect Steam tool
A new service allows single-player offline games to bypass double logins.
JDM multiplayer on consoles
Japanese Drift Master brings online racing and a "worst car in the world" to consoles next week.
Mario Kart World Switch 2
Nintendo provides a free update with new tracks instead of a paid DLC.
Rennsport R1 Fall Season
TC Esports takes an early 14-point lead following strong performances by Double Csincsik and Jack Keithley.
Le Mans Ultimate netcode fix
Version 1.4 issues will be addressed in a September 15th update to resolve phantom collisions.
Moza PS5 wheel unveil
Official announcement of the new PlayStation 5 device is scheduled for next week's Tokyo Game Show.
Philips Evnia 34M2C8600P
A new 34-inch OLED monitor with True Black 500 is entering the market.
ASUS Ascent QN10 Mini-PC
One of the first desktops featuring the 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite.
LMU Community Update
Official status report on Online Team Endurance races and the public test programme.
Formula Legends multiplayer
After 100k sales, online racing finally arrives on September 18th.
Automobilista 2 adds Panoz Esperante
The front-engined GTR-1 will arrive in the next free content update.
China ASML Stockpile
Reports indicate Chinese memory manufacturers have aggressively secured lithography systems for years of expansion.
AMD Ryzen 5500F & 7500
New processor options released for the AM4 and AM5 sockets.