iRacing has rolled out its 2026 Season 3 build, a substantial update that brings five brand‑new vehicles, two fresh circuits and a suite of user‑interface refinements to the platform.
New Additions to the Lineup
Among the newcomers is the BMW M2 Racing, offered free to all iRacers, alongside the EURO NASCAR V8GP which blends American stock‑car racing with European road‑course challenges, and a pair of Formula Vees – the Cutlass and the Conqueror – packaged together as a 2‑for‑1 deal.
The BMW M Hybrid V8 Evo also receives an automatic upgrade for owners of the original model, ensuring they can enjoy the latest performance tweaks without extra cost.
New Tracks and Venue Upgrades
A street circuit at Naval Base Coronado, dubbed Qualcomm Circuit, debuts in the simulation, while WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca gets a major scan overhaul, delivering a more realistic surface. Existing tracks such as Oschersleben and Magny‑Cours benefit from new 3D curbs that add depth to the racing line.
Simulation and UI Enhancements
The update expands customization options with control‑profile support, richer track maps, an integrated fuel calculator and an incident tracker, giving drivers finer control over race strategy.
Artificial‑intelligence features receive a boost as well, with Dirt AI introducing twelve dirt‑oval configurations and a host of new cars – including the Pontiac Solstice and Radical SR8 – now running with AI assistance. The new Laguna Seca scan and three combined Monza layouts are also AI‑enabled, and Heat Racing can be toggled on for a more aggressive competition style.