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The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast is your entry into the world of racing video games and sim racing. If there"s a game or platform out there – we will cover it and discuss it. Listen if you"re interested in releases such as Assetto Corsa Competizione, Gran Turismo, iRacing, Forza, Formula 1, MotoGP, WRC and more. A podcast from the Traxion.GG team.

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45:42

Rennsport on the brink and Assetto Corsa EVO is...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/04/22

It's another busy news week, with Formula E making its Formula Legends Debut, Assetto Corsa EVO hitting v0.6, the next Gran Turismo 7 update and Rennsport teetering on the brink.Join Thomas Harrison-Lord, John Munro and Ross McGregor (Tom Bunten's on a well-earned holiday), as they discuss these topics, plus go through your AC EVO feedback, plus debate what constitutes 'simcade'. Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and if you have any questions for the team! The SimRacing Expo Charlotte

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42:39

Mixed Forza Horizon 6 Feedback and Confused iRacing...

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2026/04/15

It’s a busy week on the latest Traxion Control Podcast, as we discuss a possibly underwhelming iRacing special event, your Forza Horizon 6 feedback, Assetto Corsa EVO’s v0.6 update, Project Motor Racing being ‘free’ on Xbox, a new modding tool and if Assetto Corsa Rally is good value for money compared to American meat… Join Thomas Harrison-Lord, John Munro and Tom Bunten, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. The SimRacing Expo Charlotte runs between 22nd and 24th May 2026, get your

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41:48

Forza Horizon 6 expectations and the price of sim...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/04/08

Which pricing model is the best in sim racing? We didn't pose that question, a Traxion community member did.In this episode of the Traxion Control Podcast, we try to work out the answer, plus set our Forza Horizon 6 expectations, explain embargo races and award the best April Fools' gags. Let us know your thoughts in the YouTube and Spotify comments and if you have any questions for the team! RaceRoom's shopping kart -

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29:19

Le Mans Ultimate's Surprise Car and iRacing Arcade Ideas

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2026/04/01

1.3, 0.6, 2.0.... It's been a week of nonsense numbers, DLC drops, and racing game resets. As always, The Traxion team are here to decipher the code.Join Thomas Harrison-Lord, Tom Bunten and John Munro for the latest sim racing heavy episode of the Traxion Control Podcast. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and if you have any questions for the team! Le Mans Ultimate's big surprise - https://traxion.gg/le-mans-ultimates-adds-genesis-free/ AC EVO 0.6 news -

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39:08

AI-Powered Sim Racing Rig and Your Project Motor...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/03/25

Moza Racing is using AI to make you a better driver and control a motion rig. It's wild...Elsewhere on this week's Traxion Control Podcast, Screamer is released to rave reviews, Assetto Corsa Rally outlines its next updates (well, partially) and we discuss our Project Motor Racing Update 2.0 expectations, plus answer a listener's PMR email. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and if you have any questions for the team! AC Rally update news:

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44:41

Sim Racing in 2026 and Your Favourite Rally Games

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/03/18

This week, with the Tom's away at SXSW in Austin, the Scots have taken over! From the outside looking in, it's been a quiet start to the year for the world of sim racing, with more casual games taking centre stage. But, as is often the case, things are very much bubbling beneath the surface. In this episode, as well as covering the current happenings with Le Mans Ultimate, iRacing, RaceRoom and Project Motor Racing, John Munro and Traxion Senior Editor Ross McGregor dissect the latest Forza

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61:59

Where did it go WRONG with Project Motor Racing? ...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/03/11

Project Motor Racing’s launch was… sub-optimal, to be kind. Graphics issues, strange collisions, unreliable multiplayer and an uninspired career mode were layered over inconsistent driving dynamics.A hot mess, Traxion delivered a 5/10 verdict. Since then, however, a spate of patches, updates and hotfixes have tried to quell our concerns, and later this month, a ‘Patch 2.0’ will be released. To understand what went wrong, and what the future holds, here’s a frank interview with Kevin Boland,

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33:41

A turbulent time for the racing game industry

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/03/04

Well, it's official. After pumping up Nacon's tyres two weeks ago, then last week covering its possible financial challenges, it's gone into insolvency...Sorry folks! Here, Thomas Harrison-Lord and Tom Bunten discuss the possible fallout and why it doesn't automatically mean the end. Then there's the related Rennsport and Nacon breakup, and another split, in the form of Maverick Games and Amazon - but neither spells the end either, and they analyse the new screenshot of the latter. Tom Bunten's

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37:51

Nacon's Troubles and Community Q&A

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/02/25

Nacon, and presumably its Nacon Racing division, is facing some financial challenges as its parent company, Bigben Interactive, defaults on payments. Thomas Harrison-Lord and Tom Bunten discuss this news, and potential ramifications, plus explain which games Nacon is responsible for (WRC, MXGP, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Endurance Motorsport Series).Then, there is some behind-the-scenes gossip from a recent Rennsport event, and our biggest community Q&A yet, with your questions and comments

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50:07

Assetto Corsa EVO interview - Career, Free-Roam and...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/02/22

Assetto Corsa EVO removed the original plan for a career mode, but that's not the end of single-player content... Here, Kunos Simulazioni's Marco Massaruto opens up about the change, why he thinks it could benefit EVO in the long run, and delivers never-before-heard information about single-player, free-roam and modding. As ever, let us know your thoughts in the comments! Latest Assetto Corsa EVO news: https://traxion.gg/category/games/assetto-corsa-evo/ Assetto Corsa EVO ditches original...

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43:50

Why are so many racing games 'unfinished'?

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/02/18

On this week's Traxion Control racing video game and sim racing podcast, the team discuss the recent spate of 'unfinished' racing games released. Join Thomas Harrison-Lord, John Munro and Tom Bunten to discuss Formula Legends, Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, Old School Rally, Project Motor Racing and Rennsport as title launched with good ideas, but a lack of polish. Then, they discuss if early access is a good programme or not, should Wreckfest 2 or Assetto Corsa Rally be part of that system, whe...

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40:38

Sim Racing Career Modes and Assetto Corsa EVO

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/02/11

If you are shopping for Fanantec equipment, you can use our affiliate link. It doesn’t change your experience and it supports The Traxion Control Podcast: https://fanatec.sjv.io/gOjmMA On this week's Traxion Control Podcast, the team dives into sim racing career modes, as iRacing, Automobilista 2 and Le Mans Ultimate gear up for single-player progression in 2026. Assetto Corsa EVO's change of approach for single-player content is analysed, some good, some bad, and your community comments on ...

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42:20

Racing Game Reboots and Who Will Survive - Project...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/02/04

If you are shopping for Fanantec equipment, you can use our affiliate link. It doesn’t change your experience and it supports The Traxion Control Podcast: https://fanatec.sjv.io/gOjmMA On this week’s Traxion Control Podcast, Thomas Harrison-Lord, John Munro and Tom Bunton discuss which racing games they’d like to see as remakes, following Carmageddon: Rogue Shift’s mixed attempt. Let us know what you’d like to see in the comments! Then, in Full Send or Dead End, the team discusses the fate...

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38:26

Your Forza Horizon 6 Opinions and Will Assetto Corsa...

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2026/01/27

The Traxion Control Podcast returns, as Thomas Harrison-Lord, John Munro and Tom Bunton discuss the Forza Horizon 6 gameplay showcase, plus the Traxion community's response. Then, in Full Send or Dead End, the team discusses the fate of Assetto Corsa EVO, Endurance Motorsport Series and predicts if there will be a NASCAR 26 or DLC. There's also a quiz for everyone to play along with. We'll be back, weekly, every Tuesday - subscribe for more Latest Forza Horizon 6 news: https://traxion.gg/cate...

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13:23

Forza Horizon 6 - Okay, Now We're Excited...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Forza Horizon 6 is here... well, nearly. The official release date is 19th May 2026 for PC and Xbox, with PS5 confirmed for later this same year. But - there's so much more to this announcement. New cars, new modes, a spectacular location. Join John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord of the Traxion team for the instant reaction and rapid-fire opinions on the FH6 unveil. We'll be back, with more, very soon! Forza Horizon 6 May release confirmed during spectacular unveil: https://traxion.gg/for...

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21:28

The best and worst racing games of 2025

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2025/12/30

2025 has had a frenetic blend of highs and lows: Underwhelming full releases, nostalgia-driven DLC drops, early access marathons and new standard-setters. Ranking these moments wasn't easy, but the Traxion team has given it a go. Plus, hear our honourable mentions, biggest disappointments and the thoughts of our very own community. Everyone at Traxion wants to wish you a very happy New Year. Thanks for all of your continued support, and here's to 2026! Sign up for the Traxion email newsletter...

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15:29

EA listens to fans, there will be no new F1 video...

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2025/12/29

There will not be an official Formula 1 game in 2026. Confirmed. Instead, there will be an F1 26 DLC pack for EA SPORTS F1 25 - including the new cars, liveries and presumably, the Madrid circuit. During a year of significant change for the sport, the official video game will also go through some drastic steps. Then, the sim racing series will return in 2027, but in a “reimagined” form. John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord react to the news and provide their predictions Sign up for the Trax...

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14:45

Forza Horizon 6 is real, and in Japan - All we know...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Forza Horizon 6 is officially official in Japan, definitely confirmed. But, what else is there to spot so far? Traxion has sifted through the trailer, spotted locations on Google Maps, read all of the available FAQs, and this is everything we know so far about Forza Horizon 6. Such as, when will the PS5 version launch? What should you expect from the Japanese setting? Aren't there other open-world driving games already in the same country? Will the change of leadership affect the end result...

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19:37

Le Mans Ultimate hits consoles and Virtual Series...

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Le Mans Ultimate is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, ELMS DLC starts to arrive in September and the Le Mans Virtual Series is set to return, with qualifying starting later this year. That’s a big dump of headline news for LMU drivers, oh and there’s going to be an in-game livery shop. Join John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord as they break down the latest updates, not forgetting that a career mode should arrive in early 2026. The console porting deal is said to be in the “late state negoti...

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15:13

The Current State of Assetto Corsa EVO

The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast ·

2025/08/12

Assetto Corsa EVO’s delayed 0.2 update is here, and while the title is resolutely still in early access, we can’t help but feel that the time needed to hit Version 1.0 will be longer than expected… Here, John Munro and Thomas Harrison-Lord of Traxion talk through their recent Assetto Corsa EVO experiences, and run through the undoubted highlights, and also, what isn’t quite working… yet, at least. Be sure to let us know your EVO thoughts on social media, and we’re still excited to see its h...

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