2026 Season 2 Patch 3 Release [2026.04.21.01]
2026 Season 2 Patch 3 Release Notes \[2026.04.21.01]—---------------------------------------------------------Patch Release:This release is a Patch, focusing on additional updates, improvements, and fixes for the 2026 Season 2 Release.Simulator—---------------------------------------------------------AI RacingAI Drivers have improved their racing skills with the Nissan GTP ZXT.User InterfaceFor the Throttle/Brake Widget, an ABS line highlight has been added.Fixed an issue where performance could be adversely affected by the Results tab.Fixed an issue where UI elements were not positioned correctly after loading into VR on certain headsets and with certain positions.Fixed an issue where mirrors could sometimes display as black. Mirrors may flicker black at initialization, but they should become and stay reflective before you even have a chance to put your foot on the gas!Fixed a crash that could occur when loading a HUD profile.Fixed an issue where the Rules tab could sometimes not display correctly.Cars—--------------------------------------------------------- GT3iRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates. GTEiRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates. GTPiRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates.Acura NSX GT3 EVO 222026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Aston Martin DBR9 GT1Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Audi R8 LMS EVO II GT32026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.BMW M Hybrid V82026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, and slightly reduced power unit output.BMW M4 G82 GT4Fixed an issue with stability control where it was inactive in left-hand corners.BMW M4 GT32026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.BMW M8 GTE2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased downforce, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Fixed an issue where the paddle shifters were not rotating with the steering wheel.Cadillac V-Series.R GTP2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: fine-tuned the fuel economy.Fixed an issue where the steering wheel could sometimes not appear in the correct orientation when "static steering wheel" was selected in the graphics options.Chevrolet Corvette C6.R GT1Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.Chevrolet Corvette C8.R GTE2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced downforce.Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Dallara iR-01Fixed an issue where the Lexan window insert was not translucent.Dallara IR18iRacing setups have been updated.Dirt Micro Sprint Car(ALL) - Gears may now only be selected sequentially, and the reverse lockout functions appropriately.Ferrari 296 GT32026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased downforce, slightly decreased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Ferrari 488 GTE2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased downforce, and slightly reduced mass.Ferrari 499P2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased mass, slightly reduced power unit output, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Ford GT GT2Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.Ford Mustang GT32026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased mass, reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.HPD ARX-01cFixed an issue where opponent car dashboards could display entirely unreasonable values for multiple indicators.Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Fixed an issue where the Lexan window insert was not translucent.McLaren 570S GT4Fixed an issue with stability control where it was inactive in left-hand corners.McLaren 720s GT3 EVO2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.Mercedes-AMG GT3 20202026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.NASCAR Cup Series Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1Updated the Chevrolet rear window banner.NASCAR Truck RamAdded the Kaulig Racing 25 as a fixed paint scheme.NASCAR Xfinity Chevrolet CamaroUpdated the Chevrolet rear window banner.Nissa
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This release is a Patch, focusing on additional updates, improvements, and fixes for the 2026 Season 2 Release.
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AI Drivers have improved their racing skills with the Nissan GTP ZXT.
For the Throttle/Brake Widget, an ABS line highlight has been added.
Fixed an issue where performance could be adversely affected by the Results tab.
Fixed an issue where UI elements were not positioned correctly after loading into VR on certain headsets and with certain positions.
Fixed an issue where mirrors could sometimes display as black. Mirrors may flicker black at initialization, but they should become and stay reflective before you even have a chance to put your foot on the gas!
Fixed a crash that could occur when loading a HUD profile.
Fixed an issue where the Rules tab could sometimes not display correctly.
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iRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates.
iRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates.
iRacing setups have been updated to suit the 2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, and slightly reduced power unit output.
Fixed an issue with stability control where it was inactive in left-hand corners.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased downforce, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Fixed an issue where the paddle shifters were not rotating with the steering wheel.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Fixed an issue where the steering wheel could sometimes not appear in the correct orientation when "static steering wheel" was selected in the graphics options.
Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced downforce.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Fixed an issue where the Lexan window insert was not translucent.
iRacing setups have been updated.
(ALL) - Gears may now only be selected sequentially, and the reverse lockout functions appropriately.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased downforce, slightly decreased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased downforce, and slightly reduced mass.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased mass, slightly reduced power unit output, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Updated the dashboard display in opponent car dashboards to more reasonable values.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased mass, reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Fixed an issue where opponent car dashboards could display entirely unreasonable values for multiple indicators.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Fixed an issue where the Lexan window insert was not translucent.
Fixed an issue with stability control where it was inactive in left-hand corners.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly reduced mass, slightly reduced engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
Updated the Chevrolet rear window banner.
Added the Kaulig Racing 25 as a fixed paint scheme.
Updated the Chevrolet rear window banner.
Increased brake cooling to improve brake pad consistency and braking stability.
Slightly reduced front tire grip, slightly increased rear tire grip, and reduced overall tire wear rate.
Adjusted the aerodynamic sensitivity of the rear wing and diveplanes.
Fixed an issue with stability control where it was inactive in left-hand corners.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: increased aerodynamic drag, reduced mass, increased engine torque, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: reduced downforce, slightly increased mass, and fine-tuned the fuel economy.
2026 Season 2 Balance of Performance updates: slightly increased mass, and slightly reduced power unit output.
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(Single Pit Road) - Fixed pit road issue that could reset a drivers pit settings upon entry.
Brake markers have been properly attached to the catch fence.
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