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Sim Racing as a Pro Tool
A look at how high-end sim tools are now used for training F1 drivers and developing self-driving cars.
🏁 Sim Racing — 2026-09-14
ddNews · sim racing news for Dirk — the iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate
GPU Shortage Continues
Official retailers remain out of stock for the RTX 5090, with third-party listings hitting $6,000.
Ferrari 296 GT Modificata
A 730HP track-focused car unveiled without regulation-based restrictions.
IMSA warns Kevin Estre
Penske boss Jonathan Diuguid defends Estre's record following a strict warning from race control.
Ferrari 296 GT Modificata
A new 730HP track-focused version of the 296 has been unveiled without regulation limits.
Michelin GT Sport Final
Virtual racing pilots from various European championships competed in a high-speed sim racing finale.
IndyCar IR-28 Oval Test
The 2028 chassis completed its first oval tests at Indy with positive initial impressions.
RTX 5090 96 GB variant spotted
An unusual high-memory version of the 5090 has appeared in China, raising spec questions.
Rennsport confirms KTM for Kings of the Ring
The KTM becomes the first of three new cars arriving in the next content pack.
Assetto Corsa Rally V0.6 Update
The latest version introduces critical developer fixes and gameplay improvements.
Loek Hartog loses Nordschleife Permit
The driver was stripped of his DMSB permit following a Code-60 violation.
Ultimate F1 Sim Setup Guide
Digital Trends showcases a high-end configuration designed for maximum realism.
iRacing Britcar 24 Special Event
A high-profile endurance event presented by Cosworth is added to the iRacing calendar.
OpenAI IPO Delayed
Security debates have pushed the planned OpenAI public offering back to at least 2027.
NVIDIA App CPU Statistics
The latest update expands the overlay to show more detailed CPU performance metrics.
Verstappen defends start maneuver
Max Verstappen explains his controversial incident with Lewis Hamilton and the subsequent position return.
Sim Racing Weekly Roundup
Reports on Assetto Corsa Rally 0.6 updates and the McLaren W1 arriving in Forza Horizon 6.
LMU Special Events Calendar Q3/4 2026
The full list of Special Endurance races for June through December 2026 has been updated.
F1 drivers criticize Madring layout
Multiple drivers are demanding changes to the new Madrid track, citing poor racing quality.
Max vs 100 Challenge
Max Verstappen attempts to race from the back of a 101-kart grid to the front in 30 laps.
Kimi Antonelli leads F1 standings
The Mercedes driver holds a comfortable 81-point lead in the World Championship.
NVIDIA RTX PRO 5500 Blackwell
A new AI workstation GPU with 84 GB of memory has been introduced.
Honda reshuffles Aston Martin PU lead
Honda is replacing the head of Power Unit development following a difficult start to the era.
Ford enters WEC in 2027
Ford will deploy an LMDh bolide in the World Endurance Championship instead of IMSA.
Antonelli wins Madrid GP
The Mercedes driver took victory via a VSC, though he admitted Norris may have deserved the win.
RTX 5090 Price Surge
High demand from AI server clusters is driving the price of the RTX 5090 above 5,000 Euro.
Recaro's lightest GT seat
The brand unveils a new ultra-lightweight supercar seat at the Turin Auto Show.
Toyota ties Lancia in WRC
Toyota has secured its 10th overall teams' title, matching Lancia as the most successful manufacturer.
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Kyle Larson breaks winless streak
Larson won the Enjoy Illinois 30, ending a 51-race drought in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Lando Norris to test MCL-HY
Norris will test McLaren's new hypercar at Portimao as part of the 2027 WEC program.
Ugochukwu makes F3 history
Ugo Ugochukwu has become the first American to win the current iteration of the FIA Formula 3 Championship.
F1 drivers demand Madrid redesign
Drivers labeled the new Madrid track "not good for racing" after a processional event, sparking calls for 2027 layout changes.
Oliver Solberg wins Rally Chile
Solberg took victory over Sébastien Ogier, securing the title for Toyota.
Norris loses Madrid win at pit entry
Lando Norris missed out on his third season victory by just two seconds at the box.
Hong Kong City Times overhaul
The MSFS 2024 update for Hong Kong now features 600 custom models and improved Kai Tak integration.
AMD launches budget AM4 CPU
A new $99 Ryzen processor extends the life of the decade-old AM4 socket and DDR4 RAM.
MSFS 2024 Sim Update 7 Beta
Microsoft and Asobo have launched the first beta for the latest simulation update.
Oliver Solberg wins Rally Chile
Solberg secured his second WRC victory, while Toyota clinched the manufacturers' title.
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NASCAR Tension
Brad Keselowski signals a high-intensity rivalry with Hocevar in the garage.
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23XI Racing Short-Track Gains
Reddick and Wallace show optimism following competitive performances at Darlington.
iRacing Season 4 2026 Launch
The new season introduces significant updates including new cars and overhauled tracks.
Le Mans Ultimate Media Update
new official game footage and images released for the FIA WEC and 24 Hours of Le Mans sim.
Spanish GP Safety Concerns
The FIA is addressing driver safety issues during the Madrid event.
Jorge Martin faces surgery
The MotoGP title contender is considering an operation to treat "arm pump" during the championship fight.
Falken wins NLS9
Morris Schuring and Tim Heinemann secured Falken Motorsport's first victory of the season under difficult conditions.
Antonelli wins Madrid GP
Kimi Antonelli took victory in Spain after a critical box-stop timing error cost Lando Norris the win.
ASUS ROG XREAL R1 Review
A test of the new AR gaming glasses aimed at bringing VR-like experiences to the home sofa.
Chaos at Sachsenring DTM
Ben Dörr won a chaotic race marked by tire gambling and accidents, while Maro Engel scored no points.
Marc Marquez leads MotoGP standings
Following a win at Misano after Marco Bezzecchi's crash, Marquez has taken the 2026 championship lead.
F1 Engine Penalty Overview
A detailed breakdown of 2026 engine component usage and pending grid penalties.
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Liam Lawson sets NZ record
finishing sixth in Madrid, Lawson achieves the highest single-season points tally for a New Zealander in F1.
Fanatec Bentley Podium GT3 Restock
The Continental GT3 Pikes Peak replica wheel is back in stock in Europe for €1,499.95.
Major Sim Racing Sales
rFactor 2 and Le Mans Ultimate are currently seeing significant price drops on PC.
iRacing Season 4 Buying Guide
A comprehensive guide for the 2026 Season 4 is available, detailing the best cars, tracks, and credit strategies.
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Hardware Deals
Notable price drops on high-refresh monitors including an iiyama 280Hz WOLED and MSI 34" UWQHD.
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Madrid GP Action
Formula 1 returns to the track for the 14th round of the season in Spain.
MotoGP Title Race
Marc Márquez takes the lead in the championship following the San Marino Grand Prix.
AVerMedia DUALCAM PW313D
A new dual-camera webcam designed specifically for streamers and creators.
EA FC 27 License Expansion
the new title features over 21,000 professionals from 800+ clubs across 35+ leagues.
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Micron Semiconductor Expansion
 — a $250 billion investment in US facilities to boost semiconductor production.
Will You Wheel? Gameplay Reveal
new footage shows a vehicle customization system focused on transforming rusty cars into racers.
Apple Fall Event 2026
Apple is expected to announce new iPhones, Watches, and its first foldable device on September 9th.
Mario Kart World Switch 2 update
Nintendo released a free update with new tracks for the Switch 2, though no paid DLC was provided.
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Ubisoft simplifies Steam integration
A new Ubisoft Connect Services tool removes the need for double logins for single-player offline games.