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This Hotfix contains some fixes and updates for the 2022 Season 4 Patch 1 Release.
You can find the Release Notes for this Hotfix below, or on the iRacing Forums here: https://forums.iracing.com/discussion/29670/2022-season-4-patch-1-hotfix-1-release-notes-2022-09-21-03




iRACING UI:
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General
If iRacing detects you are using an unsupported version of Windows, or iRacing is currently set to utilize a Windows Compatibility Mode for an unsupported version of Windows, a warning message will be displayed as iRacing launches (if able).


SIMULATION:
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Controllers
Support has been added for separating triggers on more XInput devices.


Race Control
Fixed an issue at tracks like Wheatland where the pace car pulls off immediately after the Start/Finish line after going “one to green”, so if the leaders haven't crossed the Start/Finish line yet, the race could immediately go green instead of letting them do the final pace lap.
Fixed an issue where cars involved in incidents that cause Cautions get marked incorrectly in the pace order. This could cause them to get a wave around at the “One to Green” right after they get shuffled to the back of the line, but then they are immediately slotted in behind the pace car ahead of the field, negating the wave around, and losing their position.
For the Tire Compound Change Rule, fixed an issue where the pace car indicated it needed to change its tire compounds, or it would be disqualified.
Split times are now using the correct precision to ensure the displayed values in the sim and the results match exactly.
Fixed an issue that could cause user laps to be marked as invalid if they ended qualifying in an unscored state. This could also impact future events hosted on that race server.


Spotter
Fixed an issue with the left/right calls in the Spanish language spotter pack.
- - Thank you, Ari Cejas!


User Interface
Fixed an issue with the F1 black box that caused the Driver Ahead/Behind lap times to not be reported.
In the Session Information tab, fixed an issue where the measurement units were not updating properly when their format was changed.


CARS:
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NASCAR Classic 1987 Cars
The yield and break limits for most body panels have been reduced.


Aston Martin DBR9 GT1
Increased yield limits of roof mounts.


Chevrolet Corvette C6.R
Decreased yield limits for nose, hood, and rear mounts.


Dirt Late Model
(Limited and Pro) - Fixed an issue where these cars had the incorrect DIRTcar sponsorship.


Dirt Sprint Cars (All)
NDM material properties were updated for this vehicle.


Ford GT2/GT3
Increased yield limits of roof mounts.


Modified - NASCAR Whelen Tour Modified
iRacing setups have been updated with a road setup.


Super Late Model
iRacing setups have been updated with a Bullring setup.


Supercars Ford Mustang GT
iRacing setups have been updated.


Supercars Holden ZB Commodore
iRacing setups have been updated.


[Legacy] NASCAR Cup Chevrolet SS - 2013
iRacing setups have been updated.


[Legacy] NASCAR Cup Ford Fusion - 2016
iRacing setups have been updated.


TRACKS:
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Circuit of the Americas
Track surface parameters have been adjusted slightly. This will result in a very minor grip reduction.


Fuji International Speedway
Track surface parameters have been adjusted slightly. This will result in a very minor grip reduction.


Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg
(All PEC Configs) - Fixed an issue that would lead to an error message about BMX files.

This Patch contains some updates and fixes for the 2022 Season 4 Release.

You can find the Release Notes for this Patch below, or on the iRacing Forums here:
https://forums.iracing.com/discussion/29283/2022-season-4-patch-1-release-notes-2022-09-14-02#latest



2022 Season 4 Patch 1 Release Notes [2022.09.14.02]

This Patch contains several updates and fixes for the 2022 Season 4 Release.


iRACING UI:
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General
Fixed an issue where the UI Scale value was resetting to 100% regardless of what the real value was after reloading the iRacing UI.
The error message a user receives when attempting to launch iRacing using unsupported operating systems has been updated. iRacing requires Windows version 8.1 or newer.

Hosted Racing
An error message now appears when entering the incorrect password for a private Hosted Session.

Results
Fixed an error that could occur when downloading Results.

Paint Shop
Fixed an error that could occur when selecting to use a custom paint pattern.


SIMULATION:
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iRacing Forums
Forum moderation tools have been updated.
- - All iRacing Members Forum protests should be handled through the official iRacing Protest System.

Servers
The "Race Farm" field on the Info tab of the Session and Replay screens now include the appropriate "ipv4" or "ipv6" prefix for the race server farm name, based on how the Simulator connected to the race server.

Race Control
For the Tire Compound Change Rule, fixed an issue where the pace car indicated it needed to change its tire compounds, or it would be disqualified.
- - Fear not, it is safe from disqualification for not changing its tires.

Engine
Reverted a change that was disabling the auto-pit-speed-limiter during gridding and parade laps.

New Damage Model
Fixed an issue where damage was being distributed incorrectly to nearby mounts.
Fixed an issue for when a structure yielded to impact forces it was incorrectly calculating the deflection, causing too much damage. In particular, deflection of the other stronger object was taking far too much damage.
- - This was especially noticeable for the front wings of the Mercedes-AMG F1 W12 E Performance.
- - As a result of this change, all vehicles using the New Damage Model have been rebalanced for improved performance and realism.

Audio
For the LFE system, improved the engine RPM effect.
- - A low-pass filter has been added to reduce noise and a graduated RPM scale has been added to help keep the frequencies in the range most shakers can operate at, while still remaining harmonic with the sound of the engine.

Virtual Reality
Fixed an issue where Varjo headsets were not working correctly with OpenXR.
Fixed an issue where the view could flip upside-down when tracking is lost for Varjo VR users.

User Interface
Fixed an issue that prevented text elements from momentarily blinking, such as the Best Lap indicator.


CARS:
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NASCAR Classic 1987 Cars
iRacing setups have been updated.

ARCA Menards Chevrolet Impala
Engine sounds have been completely updated, for all camera views.
Cowl tape position has been adjusted on the custom paint template.
Fixed a texture issue with the grills on short tracks.
iRacing setups have been updated.

Audi RS 3 LMS
Rebalanced engine torque for within the Touring Car Class balance.

Dallara IR18
For the New Damage Model, increased break limits for wheels based on Members feedback.

Global Mazda MX-5 Cup
iRacing setups have been updated.

HPD ARX-01c
Fixed a texture issue with the fuel boom.

Hyundai Veloster N TC
Rebalanced engine torque for within the Touring Car Class balance.

iRacing Formula iR-04
Fixed an issue where the display was not working correctly when the New Damage Model was not in use.

Lotus 79
Glass has been added over some cockpit gauges.
Fixed a texture issue with the engine cover.
Fixed an issue where some cockpit switches appeared duplicated from some camera views.

NASCAR Buick LeSabre - 1987
Re-centered the Buick logo on the rear of the car.

Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992)
Brake pressure bias adjustment range has been narrowed to between 40% and 60%.

Porsche Mission R
Some of the highest frequency engine sounds have been tuned down slightly.
For the New Damage Model, updated the nose, hood, sides, and mount break limits to prevent explosive collisions when impacting a barrier at maximum speed.
Fixed an issue where the brakes were incorrectly disengaged when no throttle was applied while in Drive gear.
Tire pit service duration has been reduced by about 7 seconds.
The rear wing outer parts have been moved to the “car_decal” layer so they may be edited in custom paint schemes.
Rear swing arm textures have been updated.

Williams FW31
Drivers of this car will now use the appropriate helmet style.

[Legacy] Riley MkXX Daytona Prototype - 2008
Fixed a texture issue with some pit crew gear.


TRACKS:
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Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg
The DRS Zone has been relocated from the pit straight to the straight after Turn 1.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway
(Road Course) - Turn 6 exit curbing has been updated.
Some environment textures have been updated.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Smoothed a bump at pit entry.

Lucas Oil Speedway
Barney, Legendary Flagman, has been rotated to face the correct direction.
Catch fences may now catch.
The pace car entry line has been shifted forward slightly.
- - This should alleviate an issue with an early green flag.

Nashville Superspeedway
Some painted lines have been updated.

Rudskogen Motorsenter
Tire walls, tree shadows, and rocks have all been updated for improved graphics performance.
A variety of glass textures have been updated for improved graphics performance.
Fixed an issue with shiny rocks at certain graphics settings.
Updated the draw distance for some tire walls.

Talladega Superspeedway
Fixed an issue with a stretched asphalt texture in the Talladega logo.
Fixed some issues with wall logos.
Fixed some issues with dashed pit road lines.

2022 Season 4 Release Notes [2022.09.06.02]

The green flag is waving for iRacing 2022 Season 4! This season includes the release of iRacing’s first fully electric race car, the Porsche Mission R, a pair of new European Road Courses, Motorsport Arena Oschersleben and Rudskogen Motorsenter, and a new Dirt Oval, Lucas Oil Speedway. We’ve added Indianapolis Motor Speedway - IndyCar Oval using our 2022 laser scan data, and have rebuilt all of the artwork for both the ARCA Menards Chevrolet Impala and Lotus 79 from scratch. A host of quality upgrades have also been completed, including a substantial change to the New Damage Model so that now damage builds up in areas on your car with repeated strikes which could eventually cause breakage, a rewrite and significant upgrade to the Low-Frequency Effects audio system, and the addition of Driving Aid Pit Lines for all Road Courses. For the iRacing UI, the veteran-favorite Race Guide is now available, as well as Custom Car Classes for AI Racing, and a few new Guided Tours. With our seasonal AI update, we have gone back to our Grand Prix Legends roots with the release of the Lotus 49 along with the much anticipated release of the NASCAR Cup Series Next Gen cars and 18 other new pieces of content. Buckle-up and drive full-throttle into iRacing 2022 Season 4!


Season highlights include:

• Porsche Mission R - Our first all electric vehicle!
  
• Lucas Oil Speedway - Dirt Oval
  
• Motorsport Arena Oschersleben - Road Course (4 configs)
  
• Rudskogen Motorsenter - Road Course (FREE!)
  
• iRacing UI Enhancements:
  
• - - Race Guide
  
• - - Custom Car Classes for AI Racing
  
• - - New UI Guided Tours (Up Next, Hosted Sessions, and Time Attack)
  
• ARCA Menards Chevrolet Impala and Lotus 79 - Bumper-to-Bumper Artwork Updates
  
• Indianapolis Motor Speedway - IndyCar Oval 2022 Laser Scan Update
  
• New Energy-Based Damage System Update
  
• Low-Frequency Effects Extensive Updates
  
• Qualification Scrutiny System Update
  
• Road Course Driving Aid Pit Lines
  
• New Damage Model for the Porsche Mission R
  
• AI Racing for 9 Cars (All 5 GTE Class Cars, the Lotus 49, and all 3 NASCAR Cup Series Next Gen Class Cars)
  
• AI Racing at 13 Track Configurations (Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, both Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans configs, Indianapolis Motor Speedway - IndyCar Oval, all four Motorsport Arena Oschersleben configs, 3 new Nürburgring Combined configs (24h, Short w/out Arena, and VLN), Nürburgring Grand-Prix-Strecke - BES/WEC, and Rudskogen Motorsenter)
  
• 694 professionally crafted vehicle setups
  

Visit our 2022 Season 4 features page here: https://www.iracing.com/seasons/2022-s4/


Full 2022 Season 4 Release details can be found on the iRacing Members Forums here:
https://forums.iracing.com/discussion/28418/2022-season-4-release-notes-2022-09-06-02#latest

This Patch contains some updates and fixes for the 2022 Season 3 Release.




iRACING UI:
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Dashboard
Fixed an issue in Recent Results where the bottoms of the Car and Track text was being clipped.


Hosted Racing
Resolved an issue where the Hosted League Session modal would display an error if it was open when the session advanced from the "Pending" state to the "Launched" state.


AI Racing
Multiclass AI Season Session Results now properly display championship points based on car classes.


Leagues
Character limits and informative errors have been added to League info boxes during initial creation and editing.
Fixed an issue where column headers could become misaligned with the correct columns when resizing the screen.


Results
The tooltip profile of the last place finisher is no longer cut off. The “See Full Profile” button is always reachable.
The Race Results page now also shows class finishing positions for all multiclass sessions.


Friends List
The tooltip in the Friends List for the Steering Wheel icon now opens to the left instead of up. This way, long session names are no longer cut-off.


SIMULATION:
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iRacing Companion App
With the start of iRacing 2022 Season 4, iSchedule will begin to be deprecated.
- - After the Season 4 release, iSchedule will occasionally notify users who still use it to migrate to the new iRacing Companion App.
- - After the 2023 Season 1 release, iSchedule will display an error message when launched asking any users still using it to migrate to the new iRacing Companion App.
- - Download the iRacing Companion App directly from your device’s app store, here:
- - - - Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iracing.companion
- - - - Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/en/app/iracing-companion/id1620903126


Setups
Fixed an issue with setups that could occur when the minimum and maximum values of an allowable range were very close. When attempting to set a value above the maximum allowable value (or just below), it would set the value to the minimum value instead.


CARS:
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NASCAR Next Gen Cars
(ALL) - Aerodynamics packages have been updated.


TRACKS:
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Darlington Raceway
Track surface parameters have been adjusted slightly.


Indianapolis Motor Speedway
(Road Course) - The oval outer catch fence position has been adjusted, and the brake markers and caution lights have been updated to fit the new positions.

This Hotfix contains a set of fixes to address a recent tire temperatures exploit using grass surfaces.


Please see the Release Notes below, or on our Members Forums here:
https://forums.iracing.com/discussion/27148/2022-season-3-patch-3-hotfix-1-release-notes-2022-08-04-02#latest



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2022 Season 3 Patch 3 Hotfix 1 Release Notes [2022.08.04.02]

This Hotfix contains a set of fixes to address a recent tire temperatures exploit using grass surfaces. Please see a statement about this issue from Tony Gardner here: https://forums.iracing.com/discussion/26650/iracing-spa-24-tire-dipping-issue#latest


SIMULATION:
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Tires
Tire conditioning properties have been updated.