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iRacing Setup Basics Guide
iRacing Setup Basics Guide
5 min read 23 Sep 2026 Official source
Overview
iRacing supports fixed-setup and open-setup racing depending on the series.
How it works
Open setups can adjust vehicle-specific parameters, while fixed series standardise setup to emphasise driving and racecraft.
Practical tips
Learn the baseline car before changing setup and save versioned setup files for different tracks.
Frequently asked questions
iRacing supports fixed-setup and open-setup racing depending on the series.
Learn the baseline car before changing setup and save versioned setup files for different tracks.
Sources and verification
- How to set up a Hosted Session Official source iRacing · Verified on 23/09/2026
- 2026 Season 4 Initial Release Notes Official source iRacing · Verified on 23/09/2026