Making every simulator session count is just some of the advice you will get in this week’s Sim Racing Roundup. I also have more drivers making the sim to real-world acing transition, an opportunity to win a Racing Prodigy Prodigy Pass and more!
Overview
From Sim Racing to the Real Thing
David Perel Pro Race Car Driver and Founder of Coach Dave Academy Chats with BoxBox with Dre
David Perel, professional racing driver, sim racer, and founder of Coach Dave Academy and SimGrid, joins the BoxBox with Dre podcast for an in-depth conversation about his passion for motorsport and his mission to grow the sim racing community.
“We discuss how he has built platforms and resources that help aspiring sim racers improve their skills and connect with others. David also shares how he balances running successful businesses while maintaining a professional racing career, along with his perspective on the future of sim racing in an increasingly digital and technology-driven world.”
More Than a Racing Simulator: Lessons From Three Months in a Porsche Dealership
Racing simulators are finding applications well beyond the home and dedicated sim racing centres. Vthrotl Simulators shares its experience installing a $30,000 custom motion simulator at Porsche Centre London for a three-month trial, exploring how the technology can enhance customer experiences, introduce visitors to Porsche’s motorsport heritage, and create opportunities for interactive events and competition. The real-world lessons also highlight what it takes to make commercial simulator installations successful, from automation and technical support to having a clear understanding of the venue’s objectives.
From Sim to Track: Making Every Simulator Session Count
A racing simulator can be a powerful driver-development tool, but simply accumulating hours and chasing faster lap times isn’t enough. In this LinkedIn post, FIA silver-rated motorsport coach Nicolas Taylor explains how a structured approach built around clear objectives, corner-by-corner analysis, telemetry and consistent review can turn simulator sessions into meaningful on-track improvements. The key is making sure that the skills, habits and technical understanding developed in simulation translate into better performance in the real car.
Jaylan Battley Wins 2026 Skip Barber Race Series Championship
Standout rookie Jaylan Battley went from winner of the Skip Barber Winter Shootout to champion of the 2026 Skip Barber Race Series, capping off a dominating season with a pair of victories at Sonoma Raceway and putting an exclamation point on his campaign.
Spain’s Aaron Vazquez, the winner of the Skip Barber Formula iRacing Shootout, finished both races in second place and ended the season second in the Drivers’ Championship standings. Vazquez, who began his journey to the series by finding success on iRacing, proved that going from sim to reality is more than achievable for the world’s top sim racers. Vazquez ended his season with three victories, including a weekend sweep at New Jersey Motorsports Park, where he scored his first-ever real-world racing victory.
The Skip Barber Race Series will return in 2027 with another group of drivers that so far includes national and international karting champions, the latest Skip Barber Formula iRacing Series winner, part-time drivers who will be launching full-season campaigns for the crown, and Master’s Class drivers.
For more information on the 2027 Skip Barber Race Series, visit SkipBarber.com.
Daniel Oliver’s Sim to IMSA Roadmap
In a recent Instagram post, Daniel Oliver shared what he calls his Sim to IMSA Roadmap which explains his path from sim racing to racing in the IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge. You can read his post here.
Racing Prodigy Loyalty Competition – Time Attack
One Prodigy Pass is up for grabs in the Racing Prodigy PRL Loyalty Competition! Eligible Racing Prodigy members will compete in an iRacing Time Attack featuring the BMW M2 Racing (G87) at Okayama International Circuit from November 18–24, with the 20 fastest eligible drivers advancing to the Finals on December 5. The winner earns a coveted Prodigy Pass, including an all-expenses-paid trip to Racing Prodigy’s upcoming real-world racing tryouts, planned for early 2027! Full details can be found here.
Can India Produce Its Next F1 Star? Inside The First-Ever F1 Sim Racing India Open
GT Cars and BoP: Finding The Balance Using Simulation
Balance of Performance (BoP) is central to modern GT racing, but how do engineers determine the impact of weight, power and aerodynamic restrictions on a car’s performance? Michelin Simulation Services explores how simulation tools can quantify the effects of different BoP adjustments, revealing where and how much lap time is lost at different circuits. The article offers an interesting look at how engineering teams can use data-driven simulation to understand their car’s strengths and weaknesses, assess regulatory disadvantages and identify performance opportunities within the constraints of GT racing regulations. You can read the article here.
Competitive Sim Racing News
- Vihaan Joshi crowned first F1 Sim Racing India Open champion (Evo India)
- Global Esports Games Los Angeles Features iRacing (Global Esports Games)
Sim Racing Tips & Techniques
The Perfect Sim Setup? Whatever Gear You Can Afford
Building a racing simulator doesn’t have to mean investing thousands of dollars in high-end equipment. Grassroots Motorsports‘ James Wood explores his own journey down the sim racing equipment rabbit hole, upgrading from an entry-level wheel and pedal setup to more sophisticated hardware. Along the way, he makes an important point for aspiring sim racers and track day enthusiasts: start with what you can afford, upgrade when your experience justifies it, and remember that the real value of a simulator isn’t the equipment itself, but the opportunity to practice, build consistency and become a better driver.
Get 3 Months of Track Titan Through Your FIA ASN
Track Titan is an AI-powered telemetry and driver-coaching platform designed for sim racing. Participating FIA national sporting authorities (ASNs) can give you a code that covers the first 3 months of the Track Titan membership you select, at no cost. Use this tool to determine your ASN and apply.
Sim Racing Tech Roundup
First Drive: Simucube Partners Test the ActivePedal Sport
SimuGal Introduces Two New Sim Racing Tools
SimuGal is a Spanish sim racing and motorsport website created by Adrián Domínguez, known online as JaSoiLRace, a sim racing streamer and motorsport podcast host. It combines hardware guides, reviews, comparisons and practical tools to help drivers choose equipment and prepare for racing.
Team Endurance Race Planner
A browser-based tool for planning fuel, pit stops and driver stints using the team’s own race data. Teams can record completed stints and recalculate the remaining plan after an incident. It does not rely on a live telemetry connection.
https://simugal.com/en/endurance-race-planner/
Sim Rig Builder
A budget-based tool for planning a complete simulator or upgrading an existing setup. Users can compare component suggestions, review compatibility notes and prepare an indicative quote. It includes PC, PlayStation and Xbox options; compatibility and any required adapters should be checked for the exact equipment selected.
https://simugal.com/en/sim-rig-builder/
The rig builder shows reference prices in EUR and links to external retailers. Final price, availability, shipping and destination charges are confirmed by the retailer. Some links are affiliate links, as disclosed on SimuGal.
More Sim Tech News
- Review: ASETEK RACING DD5.5 Cockpit Bundle (Hardcore Gamer)
- There’s Something Seriously Wrong With Gran Turismo 7’s Physics (The Drive)
- MOZA’s $729 R5 Pro Bundle Turns Your Desk Into a Sim Racing Setup (Man of Many)
- AlperX by Cosworth launches at PMW Expo 2026: a new model for integrating best-in-class technology (iRacing)
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects and the host of the Motorsport Prospects Podcast. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
