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Revving Up for Season 3: Exciting Updates from iRacing!

2025-05-19

Author: Sophie

Hey iRacers! Buckle up because we’re about to take you on an exhilarating joyride through the latest and greatest in the world of iRacing! The motorsport landscape has been electrifying lately—filled with fierce championship battles and a surge of racing enthusiasts—making it an incredible time to be part of the racing community.

First off, congratulations to everyone who participated in the iRacing Indy 500! The thrilling finale saw Philip Kraus clinch a nail-biting victory, securing his win just milliseconds ahead of his competitors.

As Season 2 approaches its end, anticipation is high for the launch of Season 3, packed with phenomenal updates and fresh content that our dedicated team has been passionately developing.

What’s Coming in Season 3?

We’re not just warming up for the new season; we’re launching straight into a major content update like never before, including new cars, tracks, and extensive enhancements to existing features.

New Tracks to Challenge Your Skills!

Get ready to burn rubber on brand new tracks!

One of the standout additions is the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, affectionately known as 'The Bend', located in South Australia. With its challenging elevations and dynamic layouts, it's a must-visit for any racing enthusiast.

Revamped Favorites!

We’re also refreshing fan-favorite tracks that have seen significant real-world changes.

Highlights include updates to Iowa Speedway, Richmond Raceway, and the iconic Sonoma Raceway, all set to deliver an authentic racing experience—with these updates available at no extra cost!

New and Updated Cars!

Season 3 will introduce three stunning new race cars, including the heart-pounding Ferrari 296 Challenge—a racing machine designed to leave a mark with its superior performance.

In addition, we’re launching updated versions of the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and Ford Taurus, capturing the essence of Gen 4 Cup racing.

Physics Overhaul for Realism!

Prepare to feel the thrill with our extensive physics model revisions across various car classes, enhancing your driving experience with more realistic handling and feedback. From the IR18 INDYCAR to the NASCAR Gen 7 cars, every detail has been finely tuned to replicate real-world performance.

Feature Enhancements!

Season 3 isn’t just about cars and tracks; expect exciting new features like quad-view fixed foveated rendering for enhanced graphical performance and updates to our rain systems for more lifelike wet race conditions.

What’s Next?

Looking ahead, iRacing continues to push boundaries with ongoing projects like a new UI and a state-of-the-art rendering engine set to revolutionize your racing experience. Our development teams are working round the clock, ensuring every aspect of iRacing is nothing short of exceptional.

As always, we’re incredibly grateful for the support of our global community. Your passion fuels our mission to provide the most authentic and exhilarating sim racing experience possible.

Prepare your rigs because Season 3 is just around the corner—get ready for the race of a lifetime!

See you on the track!

-Greg