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New for this week is the futuristic looking Peugeot 9X8. Take on São Paulo Autódromo with a car that brought brave engineering back to the world stage. Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
New for this week is the futuristic looking Peugeot 9X8. Take on São Paulo Autódromo with a car that brought brave engineering back to the world stage.
Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
New for this week an ultra-light British chassis paired with American-sized muscle. The Lotus Elise GT1 takes on the deceptively technical Derby. Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
New for this week an ultra-light British chassis paired with American-sized muscle. The Lotus Elise GT1 takes on the deceptively technical Derby.
Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
The V8 Power Pack comes to Project Motor Racing this September. The V8 Power Pack delivers nine legendary V8 race cars spanning modern Australian touring-car muscle, current American Motorsport machinery, and the raw roots of historic US road racing, plus the scanned Michelin Rac
The V8 Power Pack comes to Project Motor Racing this September.
The V8 Power Pack delivers nine legendary V8 race cars spanning modern Australian touring-car muscle, current American Motorsport machinery, and the raw roots of historic US road racing, plus the scanned Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
Watch the reveal trailer here.
There are subtle ways to go racing. The V8 Power Pack is not one of them.
Historic US V8. Modern US V8. Australian Gen3 heroics.
Different decades. Different philosophies. Same basic recipe: take one loud V8, attach to rear-wheel drive, shake and bake.
Discover the three classes in this pack.
The golden of US Motorsport era took America’s pony-car wars off the showroom floor and onto the racetrack.
Featuring the 1971 AMC Javelin, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302, and 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. This class represents a period when AMC, Chevrolet, Ford, and Plymouth fought for supremacy on Sundays (and sales on Mondays) with small-block V8s, uncertain grip, and almost nothing between driver and consequences.
These cars move. They roll. They slide. They slide some more. And when several hundred horsepower arrives at the rear wheels while you’re still deciding whether the corner is finished, always remember the old dictum: “When in doubt, power out!”
No aero dependency. No electronic rescue operation. Just mechanical grip, weight transfer and four legendary shapes from America’s golden age.
Fast-forward half a century and the US V8 class keeps much of that philosophy alive.
The Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, and Ford Mustang may wear familiar muscle-car silhouettes, but underneath they’re purpose-built space-frame racers created around a tightly controlled formula.
Naturally aspirated V8. Rear-wheel drive. Limited aero. Closely matched performance.
Which means there’s nowhere to hide. When the car alongside has essentially the same weapons you do, another fifty horsepower isn’t coming to save you. Brake later. Carry more speed. Get onto the throttle earlier.
Simple formula. Very difficult execution.
Then there’s Australia. The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro AU and 2023 Ford Mustang AU bring modern Gen3 warfare to the V8 Power Pack: purpose-built race cars, naturally aspirated V8 power, reduced downforce, and a continuing commitment to settling disagreements at very high speed.
Camaro versus Mustang. Bowtie versus Blue Oval.
Modern engineering, old-fashioned aggression, and two cars perfectly happy to remind you that 600-ish horsepower and rear-wheel drive remain an excellent recipe for bad behaviour.
Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta is 2.54 miles of blind crests, elevation changes, fast esses and heavy braking zones carved into the Georgia hills. It’s the sort of circuit where fast cars feel faster, old cars feel wilder, and one small mistake has plenty of opportunity to become a large one.
Nine cars. Three generations. One legendary American circuit.
All coming together with the sound of thundering V8 engines.
The V8 Power Pack is coming to Project Motor Racing this September.
Turn it up and watch the reveal trailer here.
Apex Nova, The Racing Venue is Available Now on the ModHub. Inspired by the response to Highrock, Tomas Trlica is back with his new track, “Apex Nova, The Racing Venue”, a fictional circuit built to be longer, faster, and considerably less interested in forgiving your mistakes. T
Apex Nova, The Racing Venue is Available Now on the ModHub.
Inspired by the response to Highrock, Tomas Trlica is back with his new track, “Apex Nova, The Racing Venue”, a fictional circuit built to be longer, faster, and considerably less interested in forgiving your mistakes.
Taking inspiration from the Nürburgring Nordschleife, Apex is narrow, unforgiving, and almost entirely lacking in runoff. Designed primarily with faster machinery such as JP1, LMDh and Group C in mind.
Short – 5 KM (3.1 MI)
Medium – 7 KM (4.3 MI)
Long – 8.5 KM (5.2 MI)
Full – 11.6 KM (7.2 MI)
Despite the distance, Apex is seriously quick. A lap of the full 11.6 km layout takes around four minutes in a GT3 car. Watch a full lap in the video below
Four layouts. One very fast fictional circuit. Very little room for error.
Get it for free in the ModHub for Project Motor Racing. Accessible via the Downloadable Content menu in-game.
New for this week is Stuttgart’s LMDh endurance prototype, the Porsche 963, at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
New for this week is Stuttgart’s LMDh endurance prototype, the Porsche 963, at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.
Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
This important update brings the LMDh class to the new standards set in Update 2.1 with the GT3 and GT4 classes, and marks Phase One with this initial focus tackling the most urgent issues, as well as improving the driving experience and laying the foundations for deeper developm
This important update brings the LMDh class to the new standards set in Update 2.1 with the GT3 and GT4 classes, and marks Phase One with this initial focus tackling the most urgent issues, as well as improving the driving experience and laying the foundations for deeper development in future updates.
Before getting into the details, there is one important note to do with setups: While your old setups will still work with this update, you will likely experience changes in handling and performance with your old setups. Therefore, we strongly recommend starting from the new default setups or using newly updated setups available from the ModHub.
Now with that out of the way, here’s what’s changed.
The internal combustion engine simulation in LMDh class has received a substantial first round of work.
ICE inertia has been improved, along with throttle response and engine braking. Steady-throttle behaviour while driving has also been revised to eliminate the oscillations that could previously appear under constant throttle, with some oscillation potentially still present at idle.
We have fixed the major ICE oscillations that could occur when the front MGU deployed power in LMDh machinery, while the ICE now responds more cleanly to MGU deployment overall.
This remains an area of active development, but the first pass should already deliver a considerably more stable and natural relationship between combustion and electric power.
Power delivery has also been reworked around the Balance of Performance rules.
The ICE now respects its prescribed BoP power limitation throughout the rev range, with the system deliberately attempting to apply that limitation as smoothly as possible rather than simply cutting or shifting power delivery.
Interaction between the combustion engine and the hybrid system has also been improved.
The hybrid braking systems have received equally important changes.
ABS assist now works in both Safe Regen and Full Regen modes and is compatible with any level of regeneration being produced by the MGU.
Brake-by-wire functionality has also been improved with the result that, as MGU regenerates and vehicle speed and aerodynamic downforce change, the brake balance now changes dynamically in real time to compensate.
That behaviour reflects the way these systems operate under real regulations, where the relationship between friction braking and regenerative braking cannot simply remain fixed as the car’s operating conditions change.
The improved brake-by-wire system also remains compatible with ABS assist for players who choose to use it.
Regeneration itself is now also considerably more intelligent. MGU regeneration varies with speed and therefore with the changing aerodynamic load on the car. This helps prevent the unusual axle lockups that could previously occur under regeneration—particularly at the rear axle in LMDh machinery and the front axle in LMH machinery.
Regeneration also now responds to lateral G. If the driver is asking the tyres for a significant amount of cornering grip, for example, regenerative braking is adjusted to avoid unnecessarily destabilising the car.
The aim is for regen to behave as part of the overall vehicle dynamics rather than operating independently of what the tyres, brakes and aero are doing.
LMDh also receives the first iteration of a new tyre model. There are now three compounds to choose from, but the differences between them are not primarily about creating large steps in outright grip.
Instead, the compounds vary mainly through internal heat generation and tyre pressure behaviour. Grip differences remain—as in the real world—relatively small.
The intention is for compound choice to become more relevant according to ambient temperature and track temperature, making tyre selection more about putting the tyre into the correct operating range than simply choosing the “compound with the most grip”.
This is the beginning of that work rather than the destination, and further compound development is already under development.
The aero model has also received its first overhaul. The cars now demonstrate greater pitch sensitivity, meaning changes in the attitude of the car have a more significant effect on aerodynamic behaviour.
The model also accounts for the 4:1 aerodynamic efficiency limitation defined by the regulations. What does this mean? Run the car too low, for example, and aerodynamic performance can now deteriorate through low-ride-height stalling, rather than “lower ride height automatically meaning better performance”.
The effect of the cars’ vertical fins under yaw is also now represented.
Together, these changes create a much more dynamic aero platform—one that asks the driver and setup engineer to think about how the car moves rather than simply where it sits at one static ride height.
The chassis and suspension models have received their own first round of improvements alongside the tyre and aero work.
Updates include improved:
Centre of gravity
Vehicle inertias
Suspension geometry
Setup limits
Again, this is the first iteration of the new approach. The intention is to eventually move beyond a broad class-wide solution and develop more individual behaviour for the different LMDh and LMH cars.
This update is the first pass, not the finished overhaul. There is already more work in development across virtually every part of the LMDh and LMH simulation.
Future development includes more precise ICE BoP power limitation, with the goal of reducing oscillation to an absolute minimum—or eliminating it entirely. Turbo boost control will be improved. Throttle control will be improved. Fuel consumption and overall energy control will be improved. And the interaction and deployment strategy between the ICE and MGU will continue to be refined.
The three tyre compounds will also receive further work. Aero development will increasingly move toward different, car-specific aerodynamic models rather than a single broad class treatment. And the same is planned for the chassis and suspension systems, with individual models assigned and developed for each car.
And there is more beyond that still to come.
This first update is about getting the fundamentals into a stronger place: fixing the major issues, improving the interaction between combustion power, hybrid deployment, regeneration and braking, and introducing the first versions of the new tyre, aerodynamic, chassis and suspension models.
From here, those systems can become progressively more detailed—and progressively more specific to each prototype. For now, start with the new default setup, get some laps in, and discover how the new foundation feels.
Version 2.2 for Project Motor Racing is now live, bringing a major first-stage rework of the LMDh class alongside a wide range of stability improvements, bug fixes, and further development of VR and Triple Screen support. The primary focus of Version 2.2 is stability and refineme
Version 2.2 for Project Motor Racing is now live, bringing a major first-stage rework of the LMDh class alongside a wide range of stability improvements, bug fixes, and further development of VR and Triple Screen support.
The primary focus of Version 2.2 is stability and refinement, with fixes and improvements across multiple areas of the sim.
VR and Triple Screen support also take an important step forward. Previously, both features required specific command-line instructions to enable while they remained in an experimental Alpha state. With Version 2.2, that is no longer necessary: both features have now moved into Beta and are available by default through the settings menu on PC.
The headline change, however, is the extensive rework of the LMDh class.
Version 2.2 introduces the first major iteration of our wider LMDh overhaul, laying the technical foundation for further development of the class in future updates.
Virtually every major area of these cars has received attention, with changes designed to significantly improve how they behave, respond, and communicate with the driver on track.
That work includes revisions to the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Motor Generator Unit (MGU) regeneration, brake-by-wire behaviour, power delivery, aerodynamics, tyre behaviour, suspension, chassis dynamics, and more.
This is the first step rather than the final destination, but it represents a substantial change to the way the LMDh cars drive and provides the foundation for further car-specific refinement.
To learn more about the work behind the overhaul, including the changes to hybrid regeneration, braking, aero and tyre behaviour, read our full deep-dive blog here.
VR and Triple Screen support have continued to evolve throughout development.
Until now, both features were hidden behind specific command-line instructions while they remained in an early experimental Alpha phase.
With Version 2.2, they have now progressed to Beta.
Players on PC no longer need to enter command-line parameters or follow additional activation steps. VR and Triple Screen options are now available directly through the in-game settings menu by default.
Development and optimisation of both features will continue throughout the Beta phase.
Keep reading for the full patch notes.
The LMDh class has receive extensive work
Meanwhile the GT3 class received some bug fixes and general improvements
The Antilock Braking System (ABS) assist now works in both safe and full regen modes with any amount of regeneration from the electric motors (MGU) for all cars in this class
Improved inertia for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Improved throttle response for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Improved engine braking for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Improved steady-throttle response when driving (elimination of oscillations when driving, with some still present at idle) for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Brake-by-Wire functionality improved.
As Motor Generator Unit (MGU) regeneration, speed, downforce, and brake bias changes in real time to accommodate the changes (real rules and features simulation). Also compatible with Antilock Braking System (ABS) assist if enabled
Motor Generator Unit (MGU) regeneration now varies with speed according to downforce, to avoid strange lockups at the rear or front axle
Motor Generator Unit (MGU) regeneration now varies with lateral G forces. If the driver asks for a lot of turning grip, regeneration is adjusted to avoid instabilities
The Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) power delivery respects Balance of Performance (BoP) power limitations as per real-world regulations throughout the rev range and attempts to do so smoothly.
Fixed massive Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) oscillations
Improved how the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) responds to Motor Generator Unit (MGU) power deployment
New tyre model with three compounds that vary mainly in internal heat generation and pressure
Grip variations are minimal and are mainly intended for different ambient and track temperatures.
New aero model with high pitch sensitivity. Respect of the 4:1 efficiency rulebook limitation. Low ride-height stalling. Vertical-fin yaw influence
Improved chassis and suspension model
Improved centre of gravity, inertias, suspension geometry and setup limits
New default setups available
New default for Traction Control (TC) now at 6
New default for Antilock Braking System (ABS) now at 4
Fixed an issue that would cause tyre temperatures to rise when cars were still
Fixed an issue with cars in this class having two reverse gears
Fixed an issue with heavily overheated tyres becoming super soft and slippery
Improved feel of grip for slick and rain tyres
Improved rolling resistance effects on puddles and deep water
Reduced dry grip levels for wet tyres
Wet tyres will react much quicker and overheat in dry conditions
Changed wet tyres surface footprint and made sidewalls to be softer
Improved stability and less yaw rotation on throttle
Improved tyre heat generation causing less overheat conditions
Improved tyre surface rigidity on higher temperatures
Improved tyre heat relation to on ambient and track conditions
Improved how the clearcoat works on metallic liveries and with stickers
Improved scratches on glass materials
Various smaller fixes on numerous cars
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps: Improved general levels of grip
Rocky Knoll Raceway: adjusted lines for pit exit section
Improved pit strategy behaviour so that AI opponents pit on the next opportunity
Fixed an issue preventing AI opponents from overtaking slower cars in multi-class races
Improved behaviour for blue and yellow flag conditions
Improved behaviour for qualifying sessions where AI opponents now do multiple short stints with appropriate fuel levels
Improved behaviour and pace for San Marino and Mount Panorama
Added filter options to display lobbies with joinable sessions
In the event that a player jump-starts and hits another player, the offending player gets disqualified
Fixed an issue in Factory Driver mode where lap times would not get submitted after entering the pits
Removed pop-up dialogue box in Factory Driver mode that would appear after completing a valid lap
Introduced a time remaining countdown for the challenges in Factory Driver mode
Fixed an issue with the replay display area on ultrawide monitors
Fixed an issue with controller button mapping causing input conflicts
Fixed an issue preventing backfire from displaying properly during replays
Fixed an issue with the ‘shortcut’ at Nürburgring 24 Hours layout breaking delta times
Fixed an issue with tyre widget not displaying the correct tyre compound after a pits top
Fixed an issue with button inputs during menu transitions
Fixed an issue with the digidash text overlapping during overtime
Fixed an issue that was preventing session flags from resetting
Fixed an issue with measurement units not updating properly in the Pit Strategy menu
Fixed various minor bugs to improve menu flow navigation
Enhanced road and wind effects at high speed in all cars
This effect is most noticeable in open cockpit cars
Fixed an issue with filters showing cars that the player cannot afford
Fixed an issue with the player car not retaining damage when retiring from an event
Both VR and Triple Screen support have received improvements, with the latter now entering its Beta state phase
Further general stability improvements
Updated default cockpit camera position for better VR optimisation
Resetting to default values is recommended
Improved reflections in rear-view mirrors
Further improvements to shadow rendering
Further general stability improvements
We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
Starting today, the Factory Driver mode shifts into a weekly format, featuring four new challenges every week to test your pace, consistency, and skill. New for this week is the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R at Daytona International Speedway. America’s mid-engine needle with a fla
Starting today, the Factory Driver mode shifts into a weekly format, featuring four new challenges every week to test your pace, consistency, and skill.
New for this week is the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R at Daytona International Speedway. America’s mid-engine needle with a flat-plane snarl. Razor-sharp performance, razor-sharp looks.
Check the full schedule and the current leaderboards in the EVENTHUB
Looking for something beyond the default setups? Curated by veteran sim racers Jesper Pedersen and Michi Hoyer , these setups for GT3, GT4, 992 Trophy and Aus V8 provide a practical baseline to help you get up to speed and extract even more out of your car. ModHub website: Jesper
Looking for something beyond the default setups?
Curated by veteran sim racers Jesper Pedersen and Michi Hoyer, these setups for GT3, GT4, 992 Trophy and Aus V8 provide a practical baseline to help you get up to speed and extract even more out of your car.
Also available via the in-game “Downloadable Content” menu.
Following the release of Update 2.1 we have deployed a further update to address community raised issues, and further stability improvements for Ranked Racing. GAMEPLAY Fixed various issues that would cause crashes for some players Fixed an issue where the relative time widget wo
Following the release of Update 2.1 we have deployed a further update to address community raised issues, and further stability improvements for Ranked Racing.
Fixed various issues that would cause crashes for some players
Fixed an issue where the relative time widget would not display time gaps correctly during an online race
Fixed an issue in Ranked Racing which caused players to hang when navigating menus
Custom Lobby host can now limit the maximum number of players that can join
We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
Back in March of this year, we released the Ford Falcon FG for free for all players. But something was missing. So now, along with Update 2.1 the Holden Commodore VF joins Project Motor Racing as part of the free Aussie Rivals Pack bringing one of touring car racing’s great rival
Back in March of this year, we released the Ford Falcon FG for free for all players. But something was missing.
So now, along with Update 2.1 the Holden Commodore VF joins Project Motor Racing as part of the free Aussie Rivals Pack bringing one of touring car racing’s great rivalries to the grid: Ford versus Holden.
Now reunited under the "Aussie Rivals Pack" free DLC, the Holden Commodore VF enters the fight in Project Motor Racing to face off against its blue oval rival.
This is a proper red-blooded touring car: a 5L Chevy V8 up front, drive to the rear, and enough attitude to turn every corner exit into a protracted negotiation about survival. Built for the Car of the Future era, it thrives on heavy braking, committed rotation, and precise throttle control when the tyres are loaded and the kerbs start fighting back.
Alongside the GT3 and GT4 overhaul in Update 2.1, the AUS V8 class also receives a complete handling and tyre overhaul and updates to aero sensitivity, inertia, centre of gravity, brake ducts, brake heat behaviour, and new default setups.
Career Mode events that permit the AUS V8 class have also been adjusted to allow for the use of the newly added Holden Commodore VF.
Blue versus Red. Ford versus Holden. Bathurst arguments strongly encouraged.
Watch the Aussie Rivals Pack release trailer here. And learn more about one of the greatest rivalries in Motorsport in this blog.
Thank you for standing by us as we work toward the future of Project Motor Racing. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing
Update 2.1 is now live, bringing a major handling overhaul for the GT3 and GT4 classes. Also included in this update is the free Aussie Rivals Pack, Join-in-Progress, Ranked Racing notifications system, early Alpha triple-screen support, further VR improvements, updates to AI opp
Update 2.1 is now live, bringing a major handling overhaul for the GT3 and GT4 classes.
Also included in this update is the free Aussie Rivals Pack, Join-in-Progress, Ranked Racing notifications system, early Alpha triple-screen support, further VR improvements, updates to AI opponents, visual refinements, and more.
Update 2.1 is one of the biggest updates for Project Motor Racing since launch, focused on handling, online flow, addressing player feedback, and adding free content.
The GT3 and GT4 classes rebuild headlines this update, as these classes have been comprehensively rebuilt, with revised vehicle behaviour, Balance of Performance (BOP), suspension, gearing, inertia, centre of gravity, turbo behaviour, aero sensitivity, tyre performance, brake heat, and brake duct setup options.
As a result, your saved setups will no longer work as expected. New defaults have been added to the game to help transition into this new era of handling for these classes in Project Motor Racing.
The free Aussie Rivals Pack adds the Holden Commodore VF to the AUS V8 class, reuniting it with the reworked Ford Falcon FG for the classic Holden versus Ford rivalry.
Online also moves forward with Join-in-Progress feature for active Practice and Qualifying sessions, plus a notifications system for Ranked Racing for when a race is about to start.
AI opponents, car setups, art, environment, replays, input devices, HUD & UI elements all get updates, with the addition of further improvements made to VR. And finally, the triple-screen feature enters early Alpha phase.
Keep reading for the headlights in this update.
The GT3 and GT4 classes have received a comprehensive handling overhaul designed to make both classes feel more authentic, balanced, and consistent.
Vehicle behaviour has been revised across the class roster, including Balance of Performance (BOP), suspension geometry, differentials, gear ratios, inertia, centre of gravity, turbo behaviour, aerodynamic sensitivity, and tyre performance, all using real-world homologation data.
Tyre and braking systems have also been expanded, with improvements to how temperature affects the tyre lifespan, grip, overheating status, scrubbing, severe wear, brake heat transfer, and adjustable brake ducts that affect both cooling and aero drag.
Naturally-aspirated cars now benefit from intake ram-air simulation, while turbocharged cars receive revised turbo modelling. New default setups are also included, with curated low-drag setups for Daytona International Speedway and Brianza, plus a more stable Nürburgring Nordschleife setup.
Take a deep dive into the new GT3 and GT4 class update in this blog.
Back in March of this year, we released the Ford Falcon FG for free for all players. But something was missing. So now the Holden Commodore VF joins Project Motor Racing as part of the Aussie Rivals Pack, a free DLC pack for all players, bringing one of touring car racing’s great rivalries to the grid: Ford versus Holden.
Now reunited under the "Aussie Rivals Pack" free DLC, the Holden Commodore VF enters the fight in Project Motor Racing to face off against its blue oval rival.
Alongside the GT3 and GT4 overhaul, the AUS V8 class also receives a complete handling and tyre overhaul and updates to aero sensitivity, inertia, centre of gravity, brake ducts, brake heat behaviour, and new default setups.
Career Mode events that permit the AUS V8 class have also been adjusted to allow for the use of the newly added Holden Commodore VF.
Blue versus Red. Ford versus Holden. Bathurst arguments strongly encouraged.
Watch the Aussie Rivals Pack release trailer here. And learn more about one of the greatest rivalries in Motorsport in this blog.
Update 2.1 also brings major quality-of-life improvements.
A phased roll-out of the Join-in-Progress feature has been implemented in Custom Lobbies, allowing players to join supported sessions after they have already started.
By visiting the Custom Lobby screen, players can see which lobbies are currently in Practice or Qualify sessions and drop straight into the action without having to wait for the host to return to the lobby.
In addition, a notification system has also been introduced for Ranked Racing. This system alerts registered players when a race is about to begin, so they no longer need to stay locked to the registration screen.
The VR feature introduced earlier in the year receives further fixes and improvements with configuration options now available, while triple-screen support arrives in early Alpha state for PC.
Both features are still in active development and do not represent final quality. To learn how to enable them yourself, and provide us with valuable feedback, we invite you to join our official Discord server.
Keep reading for the full patch notes.
As part of the newly release Aussie Rivals Pack free DLC, a new vehicle has been added to the AUS V8 class
Holden Commodore VF
Improvements made to grooved rain tyres and how they behave in wet conditions
Improved suspension allowing for more spring range to be adjusted in the vehicle setup menu
All vehicles in the GT3, GT4 and Aus V8 classes have been reworked with extensive changes and improvements.
Detailed below are those changes for each class
Completely reworked and improved handling across all vehicles in this class
Reviewed Balance of Performance (BOP) across all vehicles in this class
Reworked turbo modelling for all vehicles in this class equipped with a turbo
Reworked suspension geometries for all vehicles in this class
Reworked setup limits based on real world homologation data
Reworked aerodynamic behaviour and sensitivity based on real world homologation data
Reworked differentials and gear ratios based on real world homologation data
Improved inertia and centre of gravity based on real world homologation data
Reworked tyre model including temperatures and levels of grip
Introduction of severe tyre wear during extreme overheat and scrubbing
Implementation of brake heat affecting tyre temperature
Introduction of the “brake ducts” adjustment for the vehicle setup menu
Implementation of brake ducts aerodynamic drag and the ability to adjust this element in the vehicle setup menu
Implementation of intake ram air simulation for naturally-aspirated engined vehicles in this class
New default setups
New curated low drag default setup for Daytona International Speedway and Brianza
New curated more stable default setup for Nürburgring Nordschleife
Completely reworked and improved handling across all vehicles in this class
Reviewed Balance of Performance (BOP) across all vehicles in this class
Reworked turbo modelling for all vehicles in this class equipped with a turbo
Reworked suspension geometries for all vehicles in this class
Reworked setup limits based on real world homologation data
Reworked aerodynamic behaviour and sensitivity based on real world homologation data
Reworked differentials and gear ratios based on real world homologation data
Improved inertia and centre of gravity based on real world homologation data
Reworked tyre model including temperatures and levels of grip
Introduction of severe tyre wear during extreme overheat and scrubbing
Implementation of brake heat affecting tyre temperature
Introduction of the “brake ducts” adjustment for the vehicle setup menu
Implementation of brake ducts aerodynamic drag and the ability to adjust this element in the vehicle setup menu
Implementation of intake ram air simulation for naturally-aspirated engined vehicles in this class
New default setups
Improved tyre model including temperatures and levels of grip
Reworked aerodynamic behaviour and sensitivity based on real world homologation data
Improved inertia and centre of gravity based on real world homologation data
Introduction of severe tyre wear during extreme overheat and scrubbing
Introduction of the “brake ducts” adjustment for the vehicle setup menu
Implementation of brake heat affecting tyre temperature
New default setup
Improved Turbo model and response across all vehicles in this class
Improved suspension model and feel across all vehicles in this class
Default Traction Control (TC) value now set to 4
Default Traction Control (TC) value now set to 4
Improved tyre modelling
Improved stability and performance while in cockpit view across multiple vehicles
Updated livery #4
Updated model name
Updated livery #6
Adjusted windscreen scale to avoid dark edges when in cockpit view
Improved driver animations for shifting paddles
Updated steering wheel and interior textures visible when in cockpit view
Fixed animation for windscreen wipers when in cockpit view
New cinematic default time of day has been implemented for multiple circuits
Improved variety for trackside crowds
Improved trackside vegetation with more variety
Improved shadow resolution and stability
Improved shadow cascade blending
Improved dynamic resolution scaling
Improvements made to tone-mapping and contrast
Increased distance for reflections appearing on car surfaces
Updated pit exit era
Updated track limits, large curb runoffs now have more leniency
Improved flying zone detection to prevent lap time exploits
Updated location for Sector 3 to be more accurate to real-world data
Updated trackside replay cameras
Updated trackside replay cameras
Improved race start behaviour and reactions
Improved pit strategy for fuel and tyre usage
Fixed an issue that would cause AI opponents to not change their behaviour correctly depending on weather conditions upon restarting a session
Adjusted pit exit behaviour
Improved AI opponents' behaviour and speeds
Improved the use of Drag Reduction System (DRS) wing control for the Chaparral 2F
Improved AI opponents' behaviour and speeds
Updated tyre model to match that of the player car
Rebalance AI opponents' behaviour for all cars in this class
Rebalance AI opponents' behaviour for all cars in this class
Rebalance AI opponents' behaviour for all cars in this class
Rebalance AI opponents' behaviour for all cars in this class
Implemented new tooltips related to Drag Reduction System (DRS)
Fixed an issue that could cause the MoTeC display system to appear too bright in certain conditions
Fixed an issue where the Traction Control (TC) and Antilock Brakes System (ABS) toggle on the digidash were causing a conflict with each other
Fixed an issue that would make driver hands disappear when cockpit view settings were reset to defaults
Implementation of a ‘manual refresh’ functionality to manually refresh installed mods from the ModHub
Fixed an issue with lap time related achievements / trophies that allowed penalties to be turned off
Fixed an issue preventing the ‘tyre info’ tool getting stuck when customising the HUD layout
Fixed an issue where ambient music would not fade out at the start after a loading screen
Fixed an issue that would cause the camera view to remain when looking back if the game is paused
Fixed an issue that would allow players to pass the Ranked Online License Test even though they had not successfully cleared it
The default bindings for clutch and Drag Reduction System (DRS) have been swapped
Fixed an issue that was causing drops in frame rate when using spectator mode
Fixed an issue causing visual stutters while watching a replay from the trackside cameras
Fixed an issue that would cause the camera view to change simultaneously when also changing the car to follow
Fixed an issue with the Ford GT40 MK IV having missing engine and exhaust sounds during replays
Fixed issue with Career Mode garage slot being disabled when switching between saves
Career Mode events that permit the AUS V8 class have been adjusted to allow for the use of the newly added Holden Commodore VF
Implementation of Join-in-Progress feature, which allows players to join an already active Practice and Qualifying session in Custom Lobbies
Implemented a notification system for Ranked Online that notifies registered players when a race is about to start
Implemented the ability to toggle anti-cheat in custom lobbies
Implemented the ability for the lobby host in a Custom Lobby to skip Practice sessions
Fixed an issue that could cause players getting stuck in a loading screen after losing connection with the host
Fixed an issue where the host of a Custom Lobby would change car / class restrictions but would not apply for the lobby
Fix an issue with some H-Shifters input devices not being able to go into Neutral
Added support for Simsonn Plus X Pedals
Added support for PXN Vector X Pedals
Added support for Aiologs Shifter
Added support for LM-X Paddle Shifter
Added support for LM-X Steering Wheel
Localisation improvements across multiple languages
Fixed an issue where clutch sensitivity input was showing the brake sensitivity input instead
Fixed an issue in the wheel rotation display while in the calibration menu
Implemented display of the Force Feedback (FFB) value changes with an on-screen notification
Fixed an issue causing the text not to display correctly in the Suspension setup menu
Added “Dynamic Resolution” options to the GFX in the settings menu
Fixed an issue with text not displaying correctly when prompted to delete a replay file
Fixed an issue with text not displaying correctly when applying certain filters in the ModHub menu
Added option to disable audio for tabs and buttons when VR and Triple Screen modes are enabled
Fixed an issue with re-positioned view while Alpha VR mode is enabled
Fixed an issue causing a conflict with other options in the settings menu when Alpha VR mode is enabled
Fixed an issue causing players to be stuck in ‘cinema mode’ while Alpha VR mode is enabled and joined a custom lobby
Implemented early Alpha state Triple Screen support
We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
The PMR Test Centre was originally built as an internal development space for Project Motor Racing. A practical, no-nonsense proving ground, where we could test different surface materials, fine-tune force feedback, refine gamepad rumble, and better understand how each car behave
The PMR Test Centre was originally built as an internal development space for Project Motor Racing. A practical, no-nonsense proving ground, where we could test different surface materials, fine-tune force feedback, refine gamepad rumble, and better understand how each car behaved across changing grip levels.
In other words, less glamour, more “does this kerb feel right at 180 km/h?”
Over time, though, the idea grew. What began as a simple test area has now been expanded, and turned into a full racing complex, complete with multiple layouts, open test areas, and enough variety to make it useful not only for drivers, but also for creators.
And that is why we are releasing it for free via the ModHub.
That and as a big thank you to our community. To everyone who has raced, tested, reported, modded, argued over tyre temperatures, asked for better tools, shared feedback, put up a kind review on Steam or elsewhere, and helped push Project Motor Racing forward. This is something built from that spirit. A place to drive, experiment, learn, and create.
Set near the village of Santa Giustina in Italy, the PMR Test Centre is not intended to replace the great circuits already in the game. It has a different purpose. It is a playground. A workshop. A blank canvas with racing lines.
This track can also be used for some racing action! Fire up a Race Weekend in Single Player or a Custom Lobby in Multiplayer, and put all that testing into practice in a race against others.
Before you do anything though, be sure you and your friends download the track via the ModHub.
Featuring six different layouts, each with its own characteristic and purpose, this test facility covers all the basics to test not just cars, but also to further develop your skills. Both as a driver, and modder.
Racing Layout: designed as a complete circuit with the expected trackside details and flow.
Big Loop: built for high-speed running and oval-style testing.
Small Loop: for shorter sessions.
Small Needle Skidpad: for sliding, drifting, and experimenting.
Big Needle Route: combining a more traditional racing layout with a large oval-style banking section.
Playground: an open area where, with penalties turned off, you can drive freely across the complex, including the original surface test strips that started the whole thing.
Choose the layout that best suits your needs, and get testing.
The Test Centre is also designed with modders in mind.
Alongside the release, we will soon publish a “How to Build a Track” guide that walks users through how the PMR Test Centre was created. The guide will include sample files, allowing interested players to build the Racing Layout, modify parts of the Test Centre, or even use it as a starting point for entirely new layouts.
That matters because Project Motor Racing has always been about more than simply handing players a finished thing and saying, “there you go.” A serious sim lives through its community: through drivers, leagues, painters, modders, testers, and the people who look at a corner and think, “I can make something out of that.”
Use it to race. Use it to test. Use it to throw a car sideways. Use it to understand how surfaces, kerbs, grip, speed, braking, and vehicle balance come together. Or use it as the foundation for something completely your own.
From a humble internal test strip to a full community playground, the PMR Test Centre is our way of opening the garage doors a little wider.
The PMR Test Centre is available now on all platforms via the ModHub.
Thank you for driving with us. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
The Factory Driver Challenge has been reimagined in Project Motor Racing. What was once a fixed challenge format is now a sharper, cleaner leaderboard fight. One car, one circuit, one target on a two-week rotation to best highlight the 100+ cars in the sim. Put your lap together
The Factory Driver Challenge has been reimagined in Project Motor Racing.
What was once a fixed challenge format is now a sharper, cleaner leaderboard fight. One car, one circuit, one target on a two-week rotation to best highlight the 100+ cars in the sim.
Put your lap together and see where you stand against the rest, and maybe even the best!
These new events will run for two weeks and give drivers a rotating selection of cars from across the sim, from modern GT machinery to prototypes, hypercars, old-school monsters, cars that treat rear grip as a temporary arrangement, and even the occasional DLC-loaner.
No excuses. No traffic. No “I was on a bad strategy”. No “Traffic sucks”!
Just you, the car, the circuit, and the leaderboard that never lies!
Car | Track |
|---|---|
Ford Mustang GT3 | Sebring International Raceway - GP |
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport | Northampton - International |
BMW V12 LMR | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps |
Aston Martin Valkyrie Hypercar | Daytona International Speedway |
Dodge Viper Competition Coupe | Canadian Tire Motorsport Park |
Mazda RX-7 GTO | Mount Panorama Circuit |
Each challenge is built to test something different: braking discipline, aero commitment, traction control, kerb bravery, prototype speed, rhythm, and in the case of Mount Panorama Circuit, your deepening relationship with walls.
Factory Driver Challenges will now rotate every two weeks.
Thank you for your support. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing. Get out and post a time!
Following the release of Update 2.0.0.6, we have deployed a hotfix to address the stuttering issue reported by the community. Optimisations introduced in Update 2.0.0.6 had an unintended side effect that could cause a timing mismatch between vehicle and camera updates. Because th
Following the release of Update 2.0.0.6, we have deployed a hotfix to address the stuttering issue reported by the community.
Optimisations introduced in Update 2.0.0.6 had an unintended side effect that could cause a timing mismatch between vehicle and camera updates. Because these run through separate threaded paths, the chase camera could, in some cases, read a cached vehicle position or orientation that was one frame behind the latest vehicle telemetry. This made the vehicle appear to stutter back and forth on track.
With this hotfix, the camera now remains aligned with the current vehicle position, removing the stuttering effect.
Fixed a timing issue that could cause camera stuttering.
Thank you for your support. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
Update 2.0.0.7 for Project Motor Racing is now available. Following the release of Update 2.0.0.6, we have deployed a further update to implement a verification system for the online components of Project Motor Racing. This is to ensure that all players are on the latest version,
Update 2.0.0.7 for Project Motor Racing is now available.
Following the release of Update 2.0.0.6, we have deployed a further update to implement a verification system for the online components of Project Motor Racing.
This is to ensure that all players are on the latest version, and prevent version conflicts when accessing Ranked Online, Factory Driver Challenge, Endurance Hall and custom lobbies.
Multiplayer verification system added.
Thank you for your support. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
The GT Icons Pack arrives in Project Motor Racing today , bringing together nine machines from one of the most distinctive eras in motorsport history. This was a period when racing was shaped by raw power, mechanical grip, and early aerodynamic experimentation. Driver aids were n
The GT Icons Pack arrives in Project Motor Racing today, bringing together nine machines from one of the most distinctive eras in motorsport history.
This was a period when racing was shaped by raw power, mechanical grip, and early aerodynamic experimentation. Driver aids were nowhere to be found. What mattered was commitment, balance, and the ability to master cars that could be as rewarding as they were unforgiving.
The pack spans three distinct classes from the late 1960s and early 1970s, each representing a different philosophy of speed.
GT 70 captures the rise of the homologation special—race cars built from road-going machines and refined for competition. From the rear-engine grip of the Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.0 to the V8 muscle of the Chevrolet Corvette C3 and the hard-edged aggression of the Ford Capri RS3100, these cars demand commitment and reward drivers who know how to live on the edge.
Sports Car 67 takes you into prototype racing’s golden age. This was an era of big engines, bold ideas, and machines that pushed the limits of what racing car design could become. The class includes the pioneering Chaparral 2F—the car that brought the world park-bench sized wings and DRS—the mighty Ford Mk IV, and the endlessly charismatic Lola T70 Mk 3. Cars defined by speed, theatre, and intensity.
Completing the pack is GT 60, a class built around three lightweight, analogue racers that remain some of the most evocative cars of their generation. The Shelby Daytona Coupe, Jaguar E-Type Lightweight, and Corvette Grand Sport each bring their own distinct style, but all reward the same thing: drivers willing to get the tail out and the power down.
Also included in the pack is Rocky Knoll, a scanned American road course built around long straights, heavy braking zones, and fast-flowing rhythm. It is a circuit that suits these machines perfectly—a place where bravery, precision, and mechanical sympathy all matter.
The GT Icons Pack contains nine cars, across three distinct classes, and one classic American racetrack that suits these machines perfectly.
Watch the launch trailer here.
The GT Icons Pack is available now for Project Motor Racing. Part of the Year 1 Season pass and as a stand-alone DLC.
Update 2.0.0.6 for Project Motor Racing brings a new round of handling, setup, AI opponents, replay system, audio, UI, and content improvements to Project Motor Racing, alongside support for the upcoming GT Icons Pack, available from tomorrow, 23 June. This update also introduces
Update 2.0.0.6 for Project Motor Racing brings a new round of handling, setup, AI opponents, replay system, audio, UI, and content improvements to Project Motor Racing, alongside support for the upcoming GT Icons Pack, available from tomorrow, 23 June.
This update also introduces two important setup additions for relevant cars: third spring and brake duct adjustments. Together with the reworked slipstream model and continued vehicle, AI, and track improvements, Update 2.0.0.6 continues the broader push to refine the driving experience across both modern and classic machinery in Project Motor Racing.
The GT Icons Pack is available from tomorrow, 23 June, bringing nine cars that capture a defining era of sports-car racing, when raw power, rudimentary aerodynamics, mechanical grip, and driver commitment shaped every grid.
The pack showcases three distinct classes from the late ’60s and early 1970s, each representing a different philosophy of speed and the unique machines that defined the period.
New Career Mode events for the GT Icons Pack have also been added with this update.
New setup elements are now available in the vehicle settings menu for cars that support them, including third spring and brake duct adjustments.
High-downforce cars, such as LMDh machinery, often require stiff springs to maintain aerodynamic balance and avoid scraping. The implementation of third spring setup options allows drivers to separate mechanical grip from aerodynamic platform control, using the normal springs to tune grip while using the third spring to better control heave and maintain aero stability.
Brake duct adjustment has also been added (currently only on LMDh). Because brake temperature now influences tyre internal air temperature, brake cooling becomes an important tuning tool. Adjusting brake ducts allows players to fine-tune brake efficiency, tyre air temperature, and tyre pressure behaviour across a run.
Drafting and slipstreaming has been reworked to deliver closer, more competitive racing in Multiplayer resulting in more consistent drafting behaviour, and improved balance, creating better overtaking opportunities and tighter battles to get that photo finish over the line.
Keep reading for the full patch notes.
Added new setup elements to the vehicle settings menu:
Brake ducts.
Third spring.
These options are only available on cars that support these adjustable elements, such as LMDh cars.
Reworked slipstream behaviour between cars to allow for better drafting.
Fixed an issue affecting the Traction Control assist on this car.
Improvements have been made across multiple vehicles for better performance and increased Level of Detail (LOD).
Aston Martin AMR Vantage GTE
Fixed an issue with rear view mirror not displaying correctly while in cockpit view.
Fixed an issue with dashboard lights not displaying correctly while in cockpit view.
Fixed an issue causing unnecessary vibrations while in cockpit view.
Updated windscreen to reflect real world counterpart specifications.
Fixed an issue causing multiple objects to clip through each other while in cockpit view.
Updated factory livery.
Fixed an issue with the MoTeC system not displaying correctly.
Fixed an issue where AI opponents would not return to the pits after the end of a race.
Improved AI race-start reactions.
Improved AI behaviour and pace at Mount Panorama Circuit.
Improved AI behaviour and pace at Derby.
Improved AI behaviour and pace for Group C.
Improved AI behaviour and pace for GT1.
Improved AI behaviour and pace for MX-5 Cup.
Multiple tracks have received visual adjustments to make seasonal presentation look more natural.
Reduced several Level of Detail (LOD) popping issues.
Added a new Spring season, complete with blooming trees.
Fixed an issue causing trackside objects to flicker.
Improved overall stability and performance.
Fixed an issue with the pit wall gantry causing flickering.
Improved overall stability and performance.
Adjusted pit entry trigger so the pit limiter activates later.
Implemented save/load replay functionality on consoles.
Fixed a rare issue with correct grid position when restarting a session.
Changed penalty pop-up messages to display on the left side of the screen.
Fixed an issue in the Factory Driver Challenge and Endurance Hall menus that could cause the current list of available events not to appear.
Fixed an issue causing jittery motion in some replay cameras.
Improved how saved replays are stored.
Fixed an issue in the vehicle settings page - fuel used to display correctly.
Improved race engineer detection for blue flag and lapped opponent conditions.
Reworked suspension audio for all vehicles in the following classes:
GT3
GT4
GTE
JP1
LMDh
MX-5 Cup
Redesign of the various race flags displaying on the HUD.
Redesign of the “low fuel” warning icon displaying on the HUD.
Introduced a “toggle HUD” functionality that can be mapped in settings.
Fixed an issue where HUD elements would stay on incorrectly after leaving the “customise HUD” menu.
Fixed an issue in the Vehicle settings - Essentials menu that would display tyre temperature incorrectly.
Fixed an issue that could cause AI opponents to appear with missing liveries after ModHub-downloaded liveries had been deleted from storage.
Added new events for the GT Icons Pack DLC.
Reduced default Force Feedback levels for the LMDh class.
Raised minimum rack stiffness from 0.1 to 1.0 for the LMDh class.
Adjusted online points calculations to reduce excessive penalties in races where only a small number of participants finish after others have left the session.
Added VR alpha-specific settings.
Project Motor Racing — Update 2.0.0.5 Update 2.0.0.5 is now live for Project Motor Racing. Following the release of Update 2.0.0.4, we have deployed a further update to address issues raised by the community. General Improved overall performance. Fixed a rare stability issue affe
Project Motor Racing — Update 2.0.0.5
Update 2.0.0.5 is now live for Project Motor Racing.
Following the release of Update 2.0.0.4, we have deployed a further update to address issues raised by the community.
Improved overall performance.
Fixed a rare stability issue affecting some players.
Corrected driver animations for when in cockpit view in the Mazda MX-5 Trophy.
We appreciate everyone who has taken the time to share feedback and report their experiences. Your input has helped us respond quickly and continue improving Project Motor Racing.
Thank you for your support. We hope you continue to enjoy Project Motor Racing.
The GT Icons Pack arrives in Project Motor Racing on June 23 , bringing together nine machines from one of the most distinctive eras in motorsport history. This was a period when racing was shaped by raw power, mechanical grip, and early aerodynamic experimentation. Driver aids w
The GT Icons Pack arrives in Project Motor Racing on June 23, bringing together nine machines from one of the most distinctive eras in motorsport history.
This was a period when racing was shaped by raw power, mechanical grip, and early aerodynamic experimentation. Driver aids were nowhere to be found. What mattered was commitment, balance, and the ability to master cars that could be as rewarding as they were unforgiving.
The pack spans three distinct classes from the late 1960s and early 1970s, each representing a different philosophy of speed.
GT 70 captures the rise of the homologation special—race cars built from road-going machines and refined for competition. From the rear-engine grip of the Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.0 to the V8 muscle of the Chevrolet Corvette C3 and the hard-edged aggression of the Ford Capri RS3100, these cars demand commitment and reward drivers who know how to live on the edge.
Sports Car 67 takes you into prototype racing’s golden age. This was an era of big engines, bold ideas, and machines that pushed the limits of what racing car design could become. The class includes the pioneering Chaparral 2F—the car that brought the world park-bench sized wings and DRS—the mighty Ford Mk IV, and the endlessly charismatic Lola T70 Mk 3. Cars defined by speed, theatre, and intensity.
Completing the pack is GT 60, a class built around three lightweight, analogue racers that remain some of the most evocative cars of their generation. The Shelby Daytona Coupe, Jaguar E-Type Lightweight, and Corvette Grand Sport each bring their own distinct style, but all reward the same thing: drivers willing to get the tail out and the power down.
Also included in the pack is Rocky Knoll, a scanned American road course built around long straights, heavy braking zones, and fast-flowing rhythm. It is a circuit that suits these machines perfectly—a place where bravery, precision, and mechanical sympathy all matter.
The GT Icons Pack contains nine cars, across three distinct classes, and one classic American racetrack that suits these machines perfectly.
Watch the reveal trailer here.
The GT Icons Pack launches for Project Motor Racing on June 23. Pre-order now.