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Reiza Studios has announced patch v1.6.9.95 for Automobilista 2, introducing the Panoz Esperante GTR-1 as a free addition for all players. The American race car from the late 1990s will be available immediately upon update, featuring the model's distinctive long bonnet and front-mounted V8 engine. The long-awaited McLaren F1 models remain absent from this release. Reiza Studios continues to work through licensing negotiations with McLaren, meaning the cars will not appear in v1.6.9.95 at minimum. The developer had previously indicated a June release alongside Renault content. Beyond new vehicles, the patch focuses on artificial intelligence improvements. AI opponents will now leave the track less frequently, adapt their racing lines more effectively to weather conditions, and players gain separate adjustment sliders for bot braking and acceleration behaviour. The update also expands qualifying configuration options, fixes multiplayer mode bugs, and optimises performance during dynamic weather changes. Reiza Studios has teased a 1970s Le Mans circuit alongside the legendary Porsche 917K, suggesting preparation for a larger v1.7 update in future.

Kunos Simulazioni and Supernova Games Studios have announced version 0.6 for Assetto Corsa Rally, a substantial update introducing three legendary rally machines to the simulator. The new vehicles are the Audi Quattro Gr. 4 (1980), Peugeot 206 WRC (1999), and Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 (2018). Beyond the car roster, the update brings a built-in photo mode, private online lobbies for multiplayer racing, and support for custom liveries. The livery system marks the first phase of a planned modding framework, though no timeline for full mod support has been announced. The editor and multiplayer systems receive significant improvements across the board. Physics simulation receives a major overhaul. Developers have implemented a tyre temperature model, reworked gravel surfaces on the Welsh and Greek stages, retuned tyre characteristics, wheel slip vibration, and suspension dynamics. These changes will require an online rating reset. The update also includes 18 new single-player events, revised engine audio, UI refinements, co-driver system fixes, and removal of the 60 fps frame-rate cap during replay playback.

Playground Games has rolled out the British Automotive update for Forza Horizon 6, introducing a permanent Drift Attack mode at Shimanoyama Circuit. Players can now drive directly from the open world to the circuit and initiate drift runs through a designated start gate at any time. The objective is to accumulate the highest score possible over a single lap, with unlimited attempts. The mode centres on Clipping Zones—designated track sections that award bonus points when navigated while drifting. Success therefore depends not only on drift angle and smoke generation, but also on line precision through these scoring areas. The British Automotive series runs from 10 September through 8 October. Standard rewards include access to British vehicles: the 2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed, 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior, Vauxhall Astra VXR, and others. Players with the paid Car Pass receive additional vehicles: McLaren W1, Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, Renault Sport Spider, and Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe.

CarX Technologies has unveiled CarX Rally, a new rally simulator set to enter early access on Steam in the coming months. No specific launch date has been confirmed yet. The developer describes the project as a realistic rally simulation built on a proprietary physics engine. The studio promises detailed modelling of multiple surface types—dirt, asphalt, and gravel—alongside accurate traction simulation, sliding dynamics, pace notes, and weather effects that influence vehicle handling. A trailer released by the studio showcases gravel and asphalt stages, a damage system, and several unlicensed vehicles styled after the Lancia Delta Integrale, BMW E30 M3, and VW Polo R WRC. A built-in stage editor will allow players to create custom rally stages and environments, with community sharing functionality integrated into the game. The simulator will support steering wheels, sequential shifters, and triple-monitor configurations.

iRacing has released its first content patch ahead of the 2026 Season 4 launch, introducing a substantial roster of new vehicles and overhauled circuits. The update adds the Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH, two variants of the Caterham, the Gen 4 Grand National, alongside revised versions of the MX-5 and Sprint Car. Three major circuits have been completely rebuilt: Road America, Mid-Ohio, and Milwaukee Mile now feature updated layouts and environments. Summit Point and Road Atlanta have received visual refreshes. For IMSA racing, developers have implemented multi-pace car starts, enabling more authentic safety car restart procedures. The user interface gains a new Pit Summary tool displaying detailed pit stop analytics, a vehicle damage tracking widget, and a redesigned multi-driver team registration system. On the technical side, the physics engine has been upgraded with multithreading support and improved object interaction modelling. While a dedicated career mode has not yet launched for the season, AI racing has been significantly expanded. The new vehicles and a selection of classic models are now available for AI-driven events, with support added for 19 track configurations.

Studio 397 has announced an upcoming update for Le Mans Ultimate featuring authentic liveries from the 2026 European Le Mans Series season. The new paint schemes will reflect the real-world cars competing in the current championship. The update coincides with activity in both real and virtual motorsport. The ELMS will host its fourth round—the 4 Hours of Silverstone—on 12–13 September, followed a week later by a special virtual tournament in Le Mans Ultimate at the same circuit on 18–20 September. Developers showcased two LMP2 prototypes in Nielsen Racing colours as examples, displaying the team's blue-and-white 2026 scheme. The LMP2 class remains the headline category in ELMS, competing at every round alongside LMGT3 and LMP3, with 47 cars entered across the season. No exact release date has been confirmed, with Studio 397 only stating the update will arrive "soon"—expected before the Silverstone virtual event begins.

Retro-styled rally title Super Woden Rally Edge has arrived on major gaming consoles. The game became available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch on 2 September 2026. The title is an arcade-focused rally simulator presented in top-down perspective, featuring a broad roster of vehicles and varied track layouts. The handling model emphasises responsive, direct control, while the visual presentation draws clear inspiration from classic racing games of previous decades. The package includes a full career mode, vehicle customisation systems, and substantial content aimed at players with an appetite for retro-style motorsport gaming.

McLaren has confirmed that its W1 hypercar will arrive in Forza Horizon 6 on 10 September as part of the British Automotive Series update. The vehicle will be available exclusively through the Car Pass DLC rather than as a free in-game reward. The W1 is included in the Car Pass, which comes bundled with Deluxe and Premium editions of the game or can be purchased separately. The full Car Pass is planned to contain 30 vehicles upon completion, with individual cars available for $2.99 / £2.99 each. Three additional new-to-series vehicles will also be announced alongside the W1 on 10 September. The W1 itself is positioned as the successor to the legendary McLaren F1 and P1, featuring a mid-mounted hybrid V8 engine producing 1,258 horsepower. The September update will also introduce a new Drift Attack mode, while a 7-Eleven themed series has been confirmed for October.

Motorsport Games has announced the release schedule for the second and third instalments of the US Track Pass DLC for Le Mans Ultimate. The second pack will arrive in September 2026, followed by the third in December 2026. The first US Track Pass bundle launched alongside update 1.4 and introduced Daytona and Laguna Seca to the sim. The complete US Track Pass will eventually comprise six American circuits, meaning four additional tracks remain to be released—two per remaining pack. Motorsport Games reported that the initial US Track Pack reception exceeded internal expectations. The Daytona and Laguna Seca release generated the highest single-day revenue for Le Mans Ultimate since its early access launch, prompting the studio to explore additional content opportunities for 2027. However, the publisher stated it will not pursue directions deemed irrelevant to the Le Mans Ultimate brand.

Motorsport Games has reported strong commercial performance for Le Mans Ultimate, with the base game selling over 500,000 copies and individual DLC packs exceeding 1.2 million units sold combined. The milestone marks a significant turnaround for the title. At its early access launch, Le Mans Ultimate faced substantial criticism on Steam, and the publisher itself was navigating difficult financial circumstances. However, successive updates have substantially improved the game's reputation and player reception. Motorsport Games also announced its sixth consecutive profitable quarter. Revenue for April–June 2026 grew 36.6% year-on-year to $3.5 million, while first-half 2026 revenue reached $7.6 million, representing 74% growth. The company's RaceControl subscription service contributed $1.4 million in the first half of 2026, with paid subscriber numbers reaching 40,520.

Saber Interactive has announced the Mercedes-Benz Trucks Dual Pack 2 for SnowRunner, arriving 2 September across PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2. The DLC introduces two officially licensed heavy-duty vehicles: the Mercedes-Benz NG3850 and the LG1519 6x6 Mamute. The NG3850 draws from Mercedes-Benz's Neue Generation series, produced between 1973 and 1988. The truck features a V10 diesel engine delivering approximately 500 horsepower and is designed as a rugged utility hauler for demanding terrain. The LG1519 6x6 Mamute represents an extreme off-road variant, equipped with a six-wheel-drive configuration and a distinctive boomerang-style rear suspension geometry intended to enhance traction and stability on severe terrain. This marks the second official Mercedes-Benz DLC pack for SnowRunner. The first arrived in March, adding the Setros and Actros models to the game's roster.

BeamNG.drive developers have revealed a teaser image of new vehicle content for the physics-based driving simulator. The image suggests an upcoming European cab-over semi-truck, a significant departure from the North American long-hood tractors currently available in the game. The teaser screenshot, captured on the West Coast USA map, shows the rear section of the truck with its fifth-wheel coupling visible. While the full vehicle remains unrevealed, the silhouette clearly differs from the conventional American-style rigs already in the game, such as the Gavril T-Series. The addition of a European variant appears a logical and fresh expansion of the truck roster, particularly given the sustained popularity of titles like Euro Truck Simulator 2 and player appetite for more diverse heavy vehicle options. The teaser arrives less than two weeks after the release of version 0.39, a major update that introduced overhauled graphics, a new photo mode, rally mode improvements, interface refinements, and performance optimizations. The studio appears to be actively preparing the game ahead of its planned PlayStation 5 release, currently scheduled for 2026.