13 July - 19 July 2026 · 30 updates from the sim racing world.
Sony AI commemorates the five‑year anniversary of the Gran Turismo Sophy artificial‑intelligence project with a retrospective article. It recounts previously unrevealed events, including a near‑disqualification incident in 2021, and outlines ongoing research that will influence the next phase of the AI’s development.
iRacing Studios announced NASCAR 26 will be released in September, becoming the first annual sequel to the NASCAR 25 simulation. The new title promises updated physics, a larger car roster and improved track modeling, continuing iRacing’s official partnership with NASCAR for realistic stock‑car racing.
Kunos Simulazioni, Supernova Games, and 505 Games hosted the third Community Q&A session for the Early Access version of Assetto Corsa Rally. The session was announced on Bsimracing, confirming ongoing developer engagement with the rally simulation’s player community.
Martin Kadlečík secured the championship at Circuit of the Americas. Matt Caruana achieved two race wins, Brandon Hawkin finished third overall. The season comprised six double‑header events across the virtual United States and offered $500,000 in prizes, plus a potential 2027 real‑world racing seat.
Yooka-Laylee Kart’s first public playtest is now available as a vertical‑slice build for PC on Steam. The retro‑styled kart racer can be tried for a limited time, allowing players to experience early gameplay before the full release.
Le Mans Ultimate is slated to receive additional 24‑hour multiplayer races, new releases for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, and a single‑player career mode. The article outlines current confirmed details and notes community wishes for further features as development progresses.
The article provides a detailed comparison of the three editions of Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, listing the items, features, and price differences for the Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate versions. It outlines which virtual cars, tracks, and in‑game bonuses are bundled with each package, helping players decide which edition suits their needs.
The 2026 Skip Barber Formula iRacing Series will finish Thursday night with two races at the Circuit of the Americas. Five drivers remain in contention, including defending champion Matt Caruana, who won the 2025 title. The championship battle extends beyond the title alone.
Assetto Corsa Rally developers announced that an asynchronous multiplayer option, described as a club mode, will be added after the recently introduced on‑stage synchronous mode. No release date was given; the feature is slated for a future update, not imminent.
The upcoming Assetto Corsa Rally update will introduce three new four‑wheel‑drive rally cars: one French model and two German models. The game’s lead has also expressed interest in adding two Italian classic rally cars in a future update.
Assetto Corsa Rally’s Game Director announced that, in response to community feedback and recent Niels Heusinkveld videos, the game will receive additional updates, specifically improved throttle mapping and a revised tyre model, with further changes slated for future releases.
A new trailer for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush was released, showcasing vibrant free‑roaming islands. The announcement also states that the game’s release date has been moved earlier. The news article was first published on Traxion.GG, with the full story available online.
Traxion.gg published a guide detailing steps to finish the ‘Nangan Region’ Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6 and includes instructions for this week’s Festival Playlist. The article outlines required locations, objectives, and tips for players seeking the hunt’s rewards.
GTPlanet reports that Gran Turismo 7’s latest Online Time Trial event emphasizes Japanese culture and incorporates reverse‑engineering techniques. The weekly challenge invites players to compete on a specially designed course, testing their skill in reproducing vehicle performance under strict parameters.
Gran Turismo 7 will release a new set of Weekly Challenges on Friday, July 17, at midnight local console time. The update, titled “Prancing Horses in the Temple of Speed,” adds fresh objectives for players to complete, continuing the game’s rotating challenge schedule.
The iRacing Weekly Tune‑in outlines broadcast programming for July 15‑22, 2026, highlighting official eSports series and selected community events. Viewers can follow the iRacing channels for live races, special features and schedule details, with links to full listings on the iRacing website.
Parker White, driving for Williams F1 Team Gaming, secured victory in the sixth round of the 2026 eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Championship Series at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The race required three overtime attempts, extending beyond the scheduled 59 laps before White claimed the win.
After a surprise announcement earlier this year, the sim racing title Super Woden GP 3 has launched its Steam page, allowing players to add the game to their wishlist. The update includes new screenshots and additional details about the upcoming release.
The sixth race of the 2026 eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Championship Series heads to Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Tuesday night, offering a $500,000 prize. The Brickyard, back on the NASCAR Crown Jewel schedule since the 2024 season, will host the 2.5‑mile rectangular oval competition.
The latest Traxion Control Podcast discusses whether iRacing’s recent price hikes are driven by inflation and examines the unconventional naming of the new IndyCar game. Hosts provide answers to these questions, offering insight into the series’ pricing strategy and branding decisions.
After being presumed vapourware, the car and track from the unreleased 1990s Sega‑style arcade racer are set to reappear as a playable mini‑game within the brawler Takeover 2. The revival integrates the classic content into the newer title’s gameplay.
Series 3 of Forza Horizon 6 adds eleven new cars, all unlockable through the Festival Playlist. Eight of the vehicles return from previous Horizon titles, while three are brand‑new to the series, among them the Lamborghini Temerario.
On 14th June, Forza Horizon 6 released its second downloadable content, the Italian Car Passion Pack, which adds four Italian vehicles—including the Ferrari F80—to the game’s roster, expanding the selection of cars available to players.
Traxion.gg has published an updated guide that enumerates every vehicle included in the Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass downloadable content. The list covers titles available on PC and Xbox, with future support for PlayStation 5, providing players a comprehensive reference for the DLC’s car roster.
iRacing’s weekly guide for July 14‑20 2026 outlines daily and hourly races matched to members’ license levels, and lists special series scheduled at set times that eligible drivers can join. The overview directs users to further details via the full article.
NASCAR 26 is slated for a September release, featuring Kyle Larson as the cover star. The game confirms the Qualcomm Circuit track and introduces celebratory burnouts. Its soundtrack, comprising 19 tracks, has been revealed, and promotional video filming was teased via the game's Instagram story.
The Porsche Coanda team bounced back from last year’s World Cup heartbreak, delivering a strong performance throughout the season and ultimately securing the Rennsport R1 Spring 2026 championship, taking the title in the series’ spring competition.
GTPlanet reports that Gran Turismo 7’s daily races have been updated for the week, introducing three new events that run until next Monday. The featured race, “The Bandit,” takes place on the Big Willow circuit, offering players fresh challenges and rewards.
EA Sports and Codemasters have released the 2026 Season Pack Patch v1.24 for F1 25, the official video game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship. The update, posted on Bsimracing, adds the new season’s content and technical adjustments for the upcoming championship.
Boosted Media published a review of MOZA’s MA3F Electronic Flight Control Modules, which replicate the Airbus flight control unit used for speed, heading, altitude and vertical mode selections throughout flight phases, including descent. The review notes the module’s role in completing an Airbus cockpit simulation.
Last updated · July 19, 2026 at 07:04 AM