Week 18 • 27 April - 3 May 2026
This week: 40 updates
RaceRoom announced that four additional GT3 models, previously competing in the DTM, will become available in June. The lineup includes cars from Aston Martin, Ford, Porsche and Lamborghini, expanding the simulator’s GT3 roster with these high‑performance touring machines.
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Traxion.gg reviews the Fanatec ClubSport Formula V3 wheel, noting its familiar feel reminiscent of earlier models. The latest iteration introduces numerous small improvements across the board, yet delivers no spectacular changes, positioning the product as a safe, incremental upgrade rather than a groundbreaking release.
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In 2024, GTPlanet member Obelisk purchased a real‑life Suzuki Alto Works, a vehicle celebrated as a legend within the Gran Turismo video‑game series. The acquisition fulfills a common aspiration among fans to own the in‑game car in reality.
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MotoGP 26 has been evaluated on the Nintendo Switch 2, where its adapted controls and impressive visuals demonstrate strong optimisation for the handheld console. The game is described as the platform’s first realistic motorbike simulation, marking a notable step for racing titles on Switch 2.
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DTM Esports will run its 2026 season on the RaceRoom platform, introducing public multiplayer ranked splits for the first time. The competition features a €75,000 prize pool and follows the series' traditional format, offering drivers a structured online championship.
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Fanatec announced that its top‑tier Podium Pedals, unveiled last year, will be released in July with a retail price of $699.99. The company provided a launch window and confirmed the cost, marking the first official availability date for the high‑end pedal set.
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Rennsport has issued another new roadmap, as reported in a post titled 'Rennsport issues another new roadmap' on the sim racing news site Traxion.GG. The announcement was published on the Traxion.GG website, but further details of the roadmap were not included in the brief article.
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled for an October release, and a collector’s edition priced at £140 has been announced. The announcement suggests the launch will be notable, with the special edition offering additional content for fans of the upcoming sim racing title.
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Simagic announced a birthday promotion, offering substantial discounts on two wheelbase bundles, a steering wheel bundle, and a pedal bundle to mark the company's eighth anniversary. The sale is presented as a limited-time offer for sim racing enthusiasts.
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Nacon’s Connect event, originally planned for March, has been delayed and will now be streamed on 7 May. The Endurance Motorsport Series gameplay is set to be showcased during the show, according to a post on Traxion.gg.
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Traxion.gg reports that the Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator will launch alongside the game's V1.59 update, with the release date now confirmed. The announcement confirms the upcoming content will be available soon, aligning with the scheduled update rollout.
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Assetto Corsa Rally has released its V0.4 update, adding the Group A Subaru Impreza and Peugeot 306 II Maxi Kit Car among other content. Traxion.gg provides a review of the new features. The article was originally published on Traxion.GG.
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GTPlanet reports that Gran Turismo 7’s latest weekly Online Time Trial returns to a classic mountain course, challenging players to climb the same route again. The event runs for the week, featuring leaderboards and rewards for the fastest lap times.
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A new set of Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges becomes available on Friday, May 1, as the console clock passes midnight into the new month. The TT‑Time challenges provide fresh time‑trial content and rewards for players, marking the start of the monthly challenge rotation.
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The eNASCAR Coca‑Cola iRacing Qualifying Series finale at Texas wrapped on Tuesday night, establishing the top 30 drivers. Scott secured the final Top Split victory, while fuel‑saving strategy proved decisive, echoing the split‑strategy race two weeks earlier at Chicagoland Speedway.
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Welcome to the iRacing Weekly Tune-in, your guide to what is available to watch this week on the official iRacing broadcast channels, as well as some special events to watch around the iRacing community. From official iRacing eSports to select community events, there’s plenty to tune in for and enjoy. Here’s what on the schedule,
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iRacing’s Special Event calendar showcases a range of disciplines, including stock cars, sports cars, open‑wheel formula, sprint cars, pavement and dirt tracks, and both solo and team formats. This week’s highlight is the Nurburgring 24 Special Event, offering participants a premier endurance experience.
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The FIA has introduced a global Assetto Corsa Rally esports competition. Two finalists will race head‑to‑head during the FIA Awards Ceremony, which takes place annually in Shanghai. The event showcases virtual rally talent alongside the organization’s traditional motorsport awards.
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Fanatec released a firmware update that increases torque output for its ClubSport DD and ClubSport DD+ wheel bases. The update boosts the power of these models, allowing them to deliver higher torque levels. The announcement was posted on Traxion.GG.
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This week’s Traxion Control Podcast features the team discussing recent sim racing news, with guest racing driver Austin Jurs joining the conversation ahead of the SimRacing Expo Charlotte. The episode was published on Traxion.GG, where the post appeared first.
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The Crew Motorfest will receive the RC Frenzy DLC on 6 May, adding remote‑control car content. The expansion is part of the Year 3 Pass, meaning subscribers to that season pass will obtain the new RC cars without separate purchase.
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Toyota Gazoo Racing announced the TGR e‑Motorsports Challenge League 2026, a sim‑to‑real talent pathway for Japanese youth. Participants will compete in a Gran Turismo 7‑based series, and the overall winner will receive a fully‑funded competitive karting season in 2027.
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Fanatec introduced a Wheel Hub accessory that enables users to mount any aftermarket steering wheel onto a Fanatec wheel base. The announcement coincided with the launch of the Clubsport Formula V3 steering wheel and was detailed on Sim Racing Setups.
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The Fanatec Wheel Hub is a QR2‑based adapter that allows third‑party steering wheels to connect to Fanatec wheel bases. It supplies the QR2 wheel‑side connector, offers common mounting patterns, and includes electronics to provide force feedback, supporting a 6 × 70 mounting configuration.
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The final event of the inaugural eNASCAR Coca‑Cola iRacing Qualifying Series is the Sim Racing Expo 150 at Texas Motor Speedway. The 100‑lap race, round 11 of the 11‑race schedule, will determine the top‑30 drivers eligible for eNASCAR Free Agency in the coming weeks.
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Fanatec has launched the ClubSport Formula V3 wheel, a modest upgrade that improves usability but falls short of the major redesign many sim racers expected. The Formula series has undergone numerous revisions, becoming a running joke, as enthusiasts continue to request a more substantial update.
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Milestone’s upcoming MotoGP 26 game will feature the full 2026 championship schedule, incorporating every one of the season’s 22 venues. The complete track list, covering classic circuits and new additions, is confirmed for the title’s release.
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Traxion.gg published a post titled 'MotoGP 26 complete bike list' that presents the full roster of motorcycles included in Milestone's MotoGP 26 video game. The article lists each bike available to players, detailing the complete selection for the 2026 season.
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MotoGP 26 introduces changes to career mode and rider physics, but the review on Traxion.gg states the game still struggles to advance the series. It concludes the title feels familiar, offering little improvement to gameplay, presentation, or overall franchise progression.
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Traxion.GG announced the release of a Quick Release Adapter that enables existing SimuCube 2 steering wheels to mount on the Simucube 3 wheel base, making the two systems compatible. The product information was posted on the site.
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Fanatec announced new hardware and, for GTPlanet readers, unexpected free software updates that add features and increase power to its officially‑licensed Gran Turismo wheels and wheel bases. The updates will be delivered via a downloadable patch, enhancing performance without additional cost.
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Sim Racing Setups published a product guide comparing Fanatec’s newly released Formula V3 steering wheel with the earlier V2.5X model. The article outlines design, feature, and performance differences between the two wheels, helping users assess upgrades.
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The weekly iRacing newsletter outlines daily and hourly racing opportunities for members, tailored to their license levels. It also highlights special series scheduled at set times that any qualified participant can join, providing more structured and competitive sim racing experiences throughout the week.
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Upgrading your wheelbase shouldn’t mean starting your wheel collection from scratch. If you’re moving to Simucube 3 and have wheels paired with a Simucube 2 Quick Release, the Simucube 2 Quick Release Adapter for Simucube 3 keeps them in the rig. What it does and who it’s for The adapter replaces the Link Quick Release...
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Current World Rally Championship driver Jon Armstrong has become part of the Assetto Corsa Rally development team, where he will contribute to refining the game's physics model. The announcement was posted on Traxion.gg, confirming his role in shaping the simulation's realistic handling.
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The developers have confirmed that the Group A Subaru Impreza, famously driven by Colin McRae, will be added to Assetto Corsa Rally in the upcoming V0.4 build. It is the second vehicle announced for the next update, expanding the game’s rally car roster.
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Motorsport Games, the developer and publisher of Le Mans Ultimate, has completed a share repurchase agreement, buying back 904,395 shares from its parent company. The transaction is presented as an indication of increased confidence in the company’s future prospects.
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Traxion.gg released a ranking of the ten best racing games for Xbox Series X|S in 2026. The list assesses each title’s performance, features, and overall enjoyment, offering players clear recommendations for the platform’s top racing experiences.
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GTPlanet notes that Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec turns 25 today, commemorating the release of the PlayStation 2 racing game 25 years ago. The article marks the anniversary and references the original launch date, encouraging readers to acknowledge the milestone.
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Gran Turismo 7 introduces three new Daily Race events set on the Mercedes‑Glenz circuit. The races are live now and will remain available through next Monday, offering players fresh competition and rewards for the upcoming week.
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