What happens if you don't qualify in iRacing?

If you choose not to qualify, you'll be placed in the back of the grid. Once the Qualifying session ends, click the green GRID button to move to your starting position. Putting down lap times in a qualifying session determines your starting position in the racing grid.

Is it hard to get into iRacing?

Getting into PC gaming can be hard, and getting into driving simulators, like iRacing, can be even harder. There are so many specs to know, and special equipment to acquire. It makes the head spin to put it all together.

What happens if you leave an iRacing race?

Print. Per the Sporting Code, a driver may withdraw from a race at any time prior to two minutes before the race session start with no penalty. Should a driver forfeit, said driver is scored in last place for the race and receives 0 points towards his/her race week.

Do professional drivers use iRacing?

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iRacing is a PC racing game that is used by professional drivers and casual gamers alike.

How many people need to be in an iRacing race for it to be official?

6.3. 1 in the rulebook says that six cars are needed to make a race a Ranked Race, but this is "a guide, not a rule." Saying that a rule in a rulebook is not really a rule is amateurish and sad, especially for a subscription-based service.

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Can you lose a license in iRacing?

Conversely, drivers who fail to maintain a minimum level of Safety Rating will be demoted to their previous license level. Drivers with a Safety Rating below 2.00 will be demoted at the end of the season, and drivers below 1.00 will be demoted immediately.

How much do iRacing pros make?

If you compete and win iRacing competitions, you can earn up to a whopping $100,000. The eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series which is held annually has a prize fund of $300,000.

Do you have to qualify in iRacing?

In qualifying, you'll drive two timed laps. Your fastest lap time will determine your position for the starting race grid. If you choose not to qualify, you'll be placed in the back of the grid. Once the Qualifying session ends, click the green GRID button to move to your starting position.

Do iRacing drivers get paid?

How much money can you make on iRacing? Every iRacing player can earn participation credits of $40 per year. You can also earn prize money from competing in iRacing competitions. The top prize in the eNASCAR Coca Cola iRacing series is $100,000.

How do I get out of rookie iRacing?

As a rookie, you'll need to participate in 2 races or 4 time trials, and have a safety rating of over 3.0 in order to be promoted to Class D. From there, you can work your way to class C, B, A, and if you can make the cut, the Pro license level.

Do Nascar teams use iRacing?

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In fact, in their off-seasons, professional racers such as Dale Earnhardt Jr., Brad Keselowski, and Tony Stewart use iRacing to keep their minds sharp and ready for their next race.

Does it cost money to host a race in iRacing?

Hosted sessions enable you to create a personalized race event at any time. Hosted sessions are charged at 50 cents per hour for the session host only. You can select a 2 hour session for $1, a 4 hour session for $2, or a 6 hour session for $3.

What is the monthly fee for iRacing?

Buy iRacing Subscription Plan. To be billed on a recurring basis. $9.99 at checkout, auto-renewed every 1 month(s) at $12.99.

Is iRacing beginner friendly?

iRacing includes superb baseline setups for all cars and tracks that are perfect for beginners. They're not particularly fast but are very stable and forgiving at the limit. You can load these setups from the setups menu when you're in the garage.

What is the easiest car to drive in iRacing?

Dallara P217

The P217 is simply: high speed and high downforce. It's a remarkably easy car to get in and drive, you feel very confident in it quite quickly. It's great for one of those days when you just feel like a blast around Silverstone GP, great in high-speed corners, turn first then lift because of the aero.

What are the best beginner cars in iRacing?

Typically, the starting car for a lot of racers on iRacing is the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup. Your best option is to take a track from the starter pack and the Mazda to get into the groove. Once you have gathered a feeling for the car or your hardware, you can join a practice session.

Can you win real money on iRacing?

How much money can you make on iRacing? Every iRacing player can earn participation credits of $40 per year. You can also earn prize money from competing in iRacing competitions. The top prize in the eNASCAR Coca Cola iRacing series is $100,000.

Can I sell my iRacing account?

iRacing.com does not recognize the transfer of Accounts. You may not purchase, sell, gift or trade any Account, or offer to purchase, sell, gift or trade any Account, and any such attempt will be null and void.

What is the prize money for the 2023 iRacing race?

Season five of the Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup

The Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup returns in 2023 as the top sports car championship in iRacing this weekend! 30 Drivers will compete in a 10 Race schedule for the championship and their share of a $200,000 prize pool.

Why is iRacing expensive?

iRacing is a racing simulator service that is subscription-based. This means you pay to access the service and buy content like cars and tracks separately. This can of course become expensive very quickly especially if you want to buy all the cars and all the tracks that are on the iRacing service.

Do I have to use my real name on iRacing?

We also find that racing under your own identity helps increase the overall sportsmanship factor among members. For these reasons, we require members to register using their real names, which, in addition to facilitating friendships, promotes personal responsibility.

What is the highest license in iRacing?

How much does the Coca Cola iRacing series pay?

The 2023 eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series continues tonight for the third race of the season at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. 40 Drivers battle for the title and their share of a $300,000 prize pool.

What motorsport pays the most?

F1 drivers are the highest-paid athletes in motorsports, taking home $11.4 million on average across all 20 drivers on the 2022 grid – a figure set to slightly reduce this year with high-earners Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo stepping away.