3 August - 9 August 2026 · 29 updates from the sim racing world.
Traxion.gg published a ranking of the ten best split-screen racing games for 2026, highlighting titles that support local multiplayer. The list identifies games offering shared racing experiences on a single screen, catering to players who prefer competitive or cooperative play together.
The Porsche Esports Supercup World Championship Series will begin on 19 September at Spa‑Francorchamps. Prior to that, 32 drivers must qualify through the inaugural Regional Championships. Even defending champion Cooper Webster has not secured a World Championship entry yet.
Super Woden Rally Edge will launch on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch on 2 September. Digital releases are available then, while physical editions for PS5 and Switch are scheduled for October. The game’s arrival expands its platform availability beyond PC.
$40 million in cash now, plus a further $10 million earn-out should performance targets be met, forming a new sim racing division of sorts. The post Trak Racer to operate as a Fanatec sub-brand in $50m Corsair deal appeared first on Traxion.GG.
The article on Traxion.gg lists the top Moza steering wheels and wheelbases available for purchase in 2026, providing an overview of the brand’s current product lineup and recommendations for sim racers seeking the best Moza hardware options this year.
The article explains that Wreckfest 2, anticipated to provide smile‑inducing, hilarious fun, is currently falling short because a single unresolved issue is preventing the game from delivering its expected enjoyment, and this problem is identified as the only factor holding the title back.
Traxion.gg publishes a step‑by‑step guide showing how to finish the Takashiro Region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6, and also details the current week’s Festival Playlist, outlining the featured songs and how to unlock related in‑game rewards.
The Traxion.gg article explains the exact location of the Ski Resort in Forza Horizon 6, required for participants of the #SkiHoliday Photo Challenge. It details how players can access the area within the game and notes the post was first published on Traxion.GG.
Motorsport UK announced the return of the UK FF1600 Esports Cup for the 2026 season. As the official feeder series for the British F4 Esports Championship, the competition will focus on attracting non‑professional drivers and uncovering fresh sim‑racing talent.
Gran Turismo 7 introduces a World Series special for Round 2 that awards double bronze credits at Deep Forest Raceway. Additionally, a new regular online time trial pairs the Cobra Daytona Coupe with the track that inspired its name, expanding the game’s event lineup.
Gran Turismo 7 will release a fresh batch of Weekly Challenges on Friday, August 7. Players can access the new challenges after the console clock passes midnight into the new week, continuing the game's rotating challenge schedule.
The iRacing Weekly Tune‑in outlines broadcast content for August 6‑12, 2026, highlighting official iRacing eSports series and selected community events. Viewers can follow the schedule on iRacing’s official channels to watch live races, commentary and special community‑driven competitions throughout the week.
On April 13, 2021, rookie Vicente Salas entered his first eNASCAR Coca‑Cola iRacing Championship Series event at Richmond Raceway. Over 200 laps he led every lap, becoming the first driver in series history to do so and securing his inaugural Championship Series victory.
Following its 2024 purchase of the German Fanatec brand, American computer‑peripherals maker Corsair has officially acquired the assets of Australian simulator developer Trak Racer. The acquisition was announced on Bsimracing, confirming Corsair’s expansion into the sim‑racing market.
The new CEO of Project Motor Racing’s Straight4 Studios, Kevin Boland, appears on the Traxion Control Podcast alongside Chief Creative Officer Aris. They discuss upcoming plans and future direction for the struggling sim‑racing title, outlining development priorities and potential updates.
Electronic Arts’ acquisition of a Saudi Arabian entity valued at $55 billion has been finalized after more than ten months of negotiations. The deal, announced on Traxion.GG, marks the completion of the long‑awaited takeover, confirming EA’s expanded presence in the region.
AssettoHosting’s Simcenter Control software, featured in a sponsored article on Traxion.GG, offers bespoke tools for managing sim racing venues. The piece outlines functions such as scheduling, user administration, and performance monitoring, positioning the platform as a comprehensive solution for centre operators.
The eNASCAR College iRacing Series, partnered with the PlayVS College League, begins in September for the 2026-27 academic year, offering $60,000 in scholarships. The season expands from six to eight tournaments, adding two IMSA events with road‑course races at Watkins Glen and Daytona.
The eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Championship Series enters its second half on Tuesday night in Virginia, with Richmond Raceway staging the eighth race. The event uses the Short Track Heat Racing format, awarding extra points as competitors continue toward the $500,000 prize.
The new trailer for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush outlines the game's career mode, indicating players will advance through each open island by competing in squads of four vehicles. This progression system is highlighted as a core feature of the upcoming title.
A former Rockstar senior designer, in a recent interview, confirmed that a fifth Midnight Club title was being developed, with plans to set it in London, but the project was ultimately cancelled. The information was reported by Traxion.gg.
Straight4 has released Hotfix Update V2.1.0.1 for Project Motor Racing on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The hotfix follows the earlier Update V2.1 release, addressing issues identified after that rollout. The update is now available for download.
KW Studios has released the long‑awaited Summer Update for RaceRoom Racing Experience, adding new features and improvements. The update also includes the DTM 2026 Car Pack, which introduces the latest DTM season’s cars into the simulator, expanding content for players.
iRacing’s weekly guide for August 4‑10 2026 outlines daily and hourly events tailored to members’ license levels, plus special series scheduled at set times. Anyone meeting the required credentials can join, providing opportunities for more structured and competitive sim‑racing experiences.
iRacing’s Special Event calendar showcases a range of premier races, including stock cars, sports cars, open‑wheel formula cars and sprint cars on both pavement and dirt. The upcoming Knoxville Nationals, presented by SimpleTire, offers solo or team competition for drivers seeking a high‑profile dirt‑track experience.
DTM Esports driver Luca Ottaviani secured his spot in the championship final, becoming the top‑placed regular‑season competitor after entering the Sachsenring race second in the standings and then dominating the round overall to claim victory in the event.
Traxion.gg released new gameplay footage showcasing American Truck Simulator’s upcoming Ford Mustang Fastback. The video highlights the vehicle’s design and handling within the game’s upcoming ‘Road Trip’ mode, which is approaching release. The footage offers a preview of the new content for players.
BeamNG.drive has integrated the high‑dynamic‑range (HDR) tone‑mapping system originally created for Gran Turismo 7, improving the game’s lighting and color reproduction. The implementation was announced on GTPlanet, highlighting the visual upgrade without detailing further technical changes.
GTPlanet reports that a new week introduces a fresh set of Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races, with three new events now live and scheduled to run through next Monday, after which the lineup will update for the following week.
Last updated · August 9, 2026 at 07:01 AM