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Everything you need to know about the ACC Nürburgring Nordschleife DLC
Assetto Corsa Competizione’s latest update introduced the iconic Nurburgring Nordschleife to the platform, but what else has changed?
Cabhan Budd
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About Cabhan Budd
Cav Budd specialises in getting in-depth analysis of sim racing software and hardware, from the Complete rFactor 2 Track List and Car List to discussing the Best Fanatec Wheels and Graphics Cards on the market today.
Cav is a self-described sim racing veteran, whose 20 years of sim racing experience started the moment that he could walk and talk. Beginning with the little-known F1 Racing Simulation that covered the 1996 season, Cav has extensive experience from the most popular sims such as Assetto Corsa Competizione and iRacing to the niche such as RACE 07 and Richard Burns Rally. With further experience of various evolutions of sim racing hardware over time, from bungee-cord wheels to Direct Drive, Cav is the kind of guy who has been there, done that, got the t-shirt, and wears it proudly every day.
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Honda NSX GT3 Evo
The Honda NSX GT3 Evo used to be one of ACC’s most competitive cars, but how does it handle now? Let’s find out.
Cabhan Budd
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An In-depth Look at Simagic
Simagic are one of the Sim Racing market’s best specialist brands, so let’s see what they’re all about.
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Chevrolet Camaro GT4
The Chevrolet Camaro GT4 is one of ACC’s most loved GT4 cars, but how does it really handle?
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Steering Wheels for iRacing in 2024
iRacing has a great physics engine and the best way to feel that is, of course, through the wheel. Picking your equipment perfectly is a must, so take a look at
Cabhan Budd
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The Ultimate Guide to DLCs in ACC for 2024
There have been numerous additions to ACC in the form of DLCs, but what do they each add?
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Fanatec Racing Wheels in 2024
If you want a direct drive wheel, Fanatec is where you’ll probably think of first. So, let’s dive into their illustrious range and which of their products is best for you.
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Direct Drive Wheels for Sim Racing in 2024
Direct Drive wheels are the most expensive form of sim racing wheel. When you are spending such a large sum of money, it is important to know exactly what to get. So, this is the complete guide to Direct Drive wheels.
Cabhan Budd
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5 of the Best Cheap Sim Racing Rigs in 2024
If you’re in the market for a new Sim Racing rig but are working on a budget, you’ve come to the right place!
Cabhan Budd
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The Best PS5 Sim Racing Wheels to Buy in 2024
If you are a Playstation Sim Racer and are looking for a new racing wheel, this is the place to be, as we will be talking through the best racing wheels for Playstation.
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT4
Beloved in oh so many simulators, let’s learn more about Assetto Corsa Competizione’s Aston Martin Vantage GT4.
Cabhan Budd
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What is the fastest GT3 car in ACC V1.9?
What is the fastest car in ACC V1.9? Our data reveals some insights.
Cabhan Budd
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All of the biggest news from the iRacing 2023 Season 4 update
The iRacing 2023 Season 4 update is one of the platform’s biggest in recent memory. With new sportcars, single-seaters and oval content, you don’t want to miss it.
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Sim Racing Setups for Gran Turismo
There’s a wide variety of pedals, wheels and rigs available for Sim Racers keen to compete on Gran Turismo, but what are the best combinations?
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Sim Racing Pedals for Gran Turismo
Having a competitive pedal set is equally as important as a high-quality wheelbase, but on console-specific titles such as Gran Turismo, your choice of pedals is vital.
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Sim Racing Wheels for Gran Turismo
With the release of the Gran Turismo movie just around the corner, have you ever wondered which racing wheels are best for the PlayStation title?
Cabhan Budd
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GT3 Cars in iRacing: Which is best?
The GT3 class is one of iRacing’s most popular classes, but with 8 cars on the rostrum, which is really the best?
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Porsche 992 GT3 R
ACC V1.9 introduced the new-for-2023 Porsche 992 GT3 R, the latest and greatest from Stuttgart. Let’s understand it and go under the hood.
Cabhan Budd
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An In-Depth look at Asetek SimSports
Asetek SimSports are one of the biggest names in the ever-growing Sim Racing gear industry, so why not explore what they’ve got to offer?
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT3
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT3 is always a popular choice in Assetto Corsa Competizione. Stable and easy to handle but aggressive when you want it to be, let’s dive into the Vantage’s details.
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the Ferrari 488 GT3 EVO
Added to Assetto Corsa Competizione as part of the 2020 GT World Challenge Europe DLC, the prancing horse’s latest and greatest version of the 488 GT3 is a favourite amongst both pro and beginner racers.
Cabhan Budd
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An In-Depth Look at Moza Racing
Moza Racing are one of the newcomers on the Sim Racing equipment scene, but what are they all about?
Cabhan Budd
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ACC vs iRacing: Which is better?
iRacing and Assetto Corsa Competizione are two of the big powerhouses in Sim Racing, but how do they compare?
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the McLaren 720S GT3
The McLaren 720s GT3 is one of the fastest cars in Assetto Corsa Competizione, but it’s not easy to master. So, that’s why we’re here to help!
Cabhan Budd
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The Best Monitor Stands for Sim Racing
If you’ve got your hands on a Sim Racing monitor, in all likelihood you’ll need a monitor stand too. So, here are our top recommendations!
Cabhan Budd
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Getting To Know: iRacing’s VRS Sprint Series
iRacing’s VRS Sprint Series is one of the platform’s most popular places to go racing, so let’s learn about why it’s so loved and why it’s so unique!
Cabhan Budd
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The Best DIY and Prebuilt Sim Racing Button Boxes
Button Boxes can be a great way to improve your Sim Racing experience. There’s a vast amout of options available to you on the market, so let’s take a look at some of the best choices you’ve got.
Cabhan Budd
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How to read the iRacing changelogs
To keep all fans of iRacing in the loop about what’s changing in the sim, you can expect regular changelogs from the developers. So, let’s learn a little bit about them and what to look for.
Cabhan Budd
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The Ultimate Guide to Field of View (FoV) in iRacing
Getting your FoV right is a really important factor when it comes to your on track adventures in iRacing. So, today, we are going through exactly what Field of View is, and how to find your FoV sweetspot.
Cabhan Budd
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Under the Hood: Tips and Tricks to Driving the new BMW M4 GT3
The BMW M4 GT3 is Assetto Corsa Competizione’s latest and greatest addition. So, let’s get to know it a little bit better.
Cabhan Budd
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How To Set Up irFFB for iRacing
iRacing works with so many apps that can really enhance your experience, but irFFB is by far one of the best. Enhancing your forcefeedback is a great feature, so let’s dive into everything irFFB!
Cabhan Budd
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10 Must-Have Free Apps for iRacing
iRacing is compatible with many third party apps, all of which are designed to make your experience better. Let’s see which will help you out on track the most.
Cabhan Budd
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