Sim racing, or virtual racing using simulators, has made enormous progress in recent years and is now more realistic than ever. The combination of powerful hardware, precise software, and high-quality accessories makes it possible to create a driving experience that closely resembles real motorsport.
Modern sim racing platforms such as iRacing, Assetto Corsa, and rFactor 2 offer detailed vehicle physics, realistic tire models, and faithfully recreated race tracks digitized to the millimeter using laser scanning technology. Vehicle behavior reacts realistically to various parameters such as tire pressure, chassis settings, weather conditions, and track temperature.
The driving experience is also becoming increasingly authentic thanks to high-quality equipment such as force-feedback steering wheels, load cell pedals, and motion rigs. Particularly ambitious sim racers are investing in setups that mimic the physical forces and movements in the cockpit, further intensifying the driving experience.
Despite all the advances, sim racing remains a simulation. Aspects such as the physical sensation of G-forces, the situational response to real danger, or the mechanical limitations of real vehicles cannot be fully replicated. The mental pressure and risk-taking inherent in real racing are also difficult to simulate virtually.
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