The car is fine. The setup is fine. The weather is fine. It’s been scientifically determined that my lack of pace is due to the earth's magnetic field being slightly off today.

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A new balancing act: The WEC's 2026 sporting regulations now include a provision to add success handicaps—via weight increases or power reductions—to the Hypercar class, though regulators stress no final decision has been made. This potential move, which would exempt Le Mans, comes after heavy criticism of the 2025 Balance of Performance (BoP) process that may have contributed to Porsche's factory exit. To address these issues, the FIA and ACO are completely revising the BoP process for 2026, including new, unified wind tunnel testing for all machinery.

What's next in sim racing: Summarized nicely by Traxion.gg, the Sim Racing Expo 2025 came out swinging with record attendance and a flood of new gear, including Cube Controls' pro-level Taurus wheel, the incredibly complex BDH Active Shifter, and Fanatec's first-ever set of Podium Pedals. Software developers also brought the heat, with Assetto Corsa EVO detailing its future plans, Rennsport finally showing off its crucial AI racing, and the new Project Motor Racing being playable on the show floor. One of the biggest head-turners was Gravitom, a wild new high-G simulator backed by a legendary physics dev, capping off a huge event that's now expanding to Charlotte and Frankfurt for 2026.

Comeback woes: After "struggling" to a third-place finish in Mexico, Max Verstappen is casting doubt on his own F1 2025 title chances, calling the fight against McLaren's Lando Norris "tough." Although he's impressively clawed his way back from a massive 104-point deficit to just 36 points behind Norris, losing 10 more points to the new championship leader in this single race has stalled his momentum. With Red Bull admitting they couldn't give him a car to properly push and that Norris was "untouchable," Verstappen now says everything needs to go "perfect" to win—a scenario that clearly didn't happen in Mexico.

Australian motorsport just lost one of its truest characters. Garry Rogers, who passed away at 80, was a cornerstone of the pit lane for decades—a "larger-than-life" figure who was simultaneously a titan of the industry and its most beloved court jester.

This was a man who would proudly walk the grid in a tutu or flared pants, yet was also known as a "tough, fair, outspoken" team boss. That apparent contradiction was his secret sauce. His toughness commanded respect, but his generosity and humor built a fiercely loyal family at Garry Rogers Motorsport (GRM).

While GRM conquered Bathurst in 2000 in a legendary upset, Garry's real legacy is etched into the careers of the drivers he championed. His philosophy was simple: "If you've got talent and the right attitude, I'll give you a go," whether you had money or not.

The list of drivers who got their big break from him is a who's who of Aussie racing:

Rogers wasn't just a talent-spotter; he was a bold innovator. When the sport introduced its new-generation chassis, he shocked the paddock by striking a factory deal with Volvo. The resulting cyan S60, with its unique-sounding V8, became an instant fan favorite and turned McLaughlin into a superstar.

More importantly, when the Supercars business model no longer worked for him, he didn't just shut the doors. He pivoted. To keep his entire "loyal and talented workforce" employed, Rogers committed GRM to the monumental task of building the entire fleet of S5000 open-wheel race cars, single-handedly resurrecting a category of racing in Australia. The chassis is now officially named the "Rogers AF01/V8" in his honor.

From his early days as a "giant-killer" driver to building a powerhouse team, Garry Rogers embodied the Australian "battler" spirit. His personal mantra defined his remarkable life: "press on and get on with things."

Meet SRN member Steve "Stevie" Ray. While some people just talk about "bridging the gap" between sim racing and the real world, Stevie is actually building the thing.

His story isn't just one or the other; it's both. Originally from Tulsa and now based in Dallas/Ft Worth, Stevie spent a career in the USAF (including 5 years in the UK) before landing a gig that sounds like a pilot's dream job: working as a flight sim tech for Southwest Airlines.

But his need for speed wasn't just digital. Stevie is a SCCA Mid-AM Regional Champion in the Gen 1 Spec Racer (SRF). He’s been on the ground, turning real wrenches and hitting real apexes.

From Racer to Founder

That real-world experience became the foundation for his digital world. Stevie is the founder of the popular Weekend Warriors leagues and Ray Esports, building a massive community from the ground up.

He didn't stop there. He literally wrote the book on it: "Pixels to Podiums," a definitive guide for sim racers looking to level up.

What makes his community special is that the bridge is already built. Stevie often meets up with members from his leagues at iconic tracks like Road America, VIR, and Eagles Canyon.

When he’s not organizing leagues or working on flight sims, his main hobby is travel. He also created "The Raycing Line" podcast, which is temporarily on hold.

Here are the links to follow Stevie's work below: