General Discussion

Real Motorsports - Thread

invalid@example.com (fireballr18) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:51:24 +0000

Hi all,

I thought it could be nice to have a certain thread where we can discuss the topic focused on real motorsports. We have great debates about the sims, why not specifically for the real counterparts?!
All motorsports classes, events, drivers, teams etc. would fit perfectly into it like Rallye, Stock cars, Indy, WEC, IMSA, F1, BTCC...whatever is or could be of interest and someone wants to share and discuss anything.

I'd like to start with the first cracker of the year, the Rolex 24h....

Real Motorsports - Thread

Simulator Controller with AI-based virtual assistants (race engineer and race strategist)

invalid@example.com (TheBigO) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:18:02 +0000

I finally integrated my software package for sim racing rigs, which also include an AI based fully voice dialog capable race engineer chat bot, which can handle a pitstop without any user interaction, with Automobilista 2. Additional component of the package is an also AI-based race strategist, which keeps an eye on your opponents and can develop a customize pitstop strategy with the most positive effect on your race position and the overall race result.

Beside the race assistants, the...

Simulator Controller with AI-based virtual assistants (race engineer and race strategist)

General Chit-Chat

invalid@example.com (CrimsonEminence) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:03:13 +0000

Here anything that isn't on-topic for release threads or other non-report focussed threads and general discussion and conversation.

Post songs you listen to while flatting out here

invalid@example.com (JayTheJ) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:25:43 +0000

If you ever listen to songs while driving in whatever gamemod, this thread is for you.
Here are the ones I love.

Thank you Reiza: AMS2 and the value of sim racing freedom

invalid@example.com (Davidec17) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:52:19 +0000

Reiza Studios deserves to be thanked for what Automobilista 2 represents today.

In a market where more and more racing sims are moving towards competitive multiplayer, ratings, online events and live service models, AMS2 still gives space to those who want to experience sim racing in a different way: offline, with freedom, variety, AI racing, dynamic weather, historical cars, modern tracks and classic layouts from the past.

Developing such a wide and ambitious simulator is probably not the...

Thank you Reiza: AMS2 and the value of sim racing freedom

GT Legends Appreation/Beatdown

invalid@example.com (Dylan Hale) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:03:35 +0000

While we await the Reiza DLC Christmas Extravaganza of 2022, I desided to fill the one discipline that AMS 2 features but isn't very well flushed out yet, vintage GT/Touring car racing, by reinstalling GT Legends. Holy crap how times have changed. GTL is how I got my start in simracing after I accdently stole a copy from my school's bookfair in like 4th grade. (Casher put it in the wrong bag and I didn't notice until I got home.) In some ways GTL holds up suprisingly well, and it still has...

GT Legends Appreation/Beatdown

Here's how my very first experience in multiplayer went.

invalid@example.com (JayTheJ) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:35:46 +0000

2 days ago I decided to try multiplayer. I was expecting a race more intense, thus more fun. I expected everyone to actually focus and try their best. Oh boy that's not what I got at all.
Joined a lobby that wouldn't kick me for not having DLC maps. Waited for the ongoing race to finish. Then I saw this.
(Image of really obscene chat)
Apparently a player rammed into another one to take p1. They were not happy.
Anyways when I finally got to race in the next game, I was surprised to see 50% of...

Here's how my very first experience in multiplayer went.

We're spoiled in 2026

invalid@example.com (JavierZumaeta) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:02:59 +0000

Check this out

Sure, it's not GTR2, or Grand Prix 4 or Grand Prix Legends - but holy this was the state of most games back then. We're spoiled in this year of our lord 2026. Thank you Reiza and AMS2

Change Forum Nickname

invalid@example.com (Cassini) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:34:21 +0000

Is there a way to change the forum nickname without creating a new account?

New wheel advice

invalid@example.com (Maechyl) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:58:29 +0000

Hey everybody!

I've been using a Thrustmaster TX Leather Edition belt wheel since I got a great deal on one around 18 months ago.

Sadly and for reasons I'll not explain it doesn't seem that I'll be able to access it any time soon and maybe not ever again. So I'm looking to buy a new wheel.

It'll be clamped onto a desk rather than a rig and I'm not looking to splash out on something really high end, though I'd like to avoid a downgrade in experience. Love the TX, though that's my only...

New wheel advice

Do you use the trail braking technique?

invalid@example.com (Cyneo) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:07:28 +0000

I'd like to know what you think of this technique—whether you use it or use a different one.

In my case, when I first started racing in car simulators, I didn’t know about it and spent some time driving by intuition, but I reached a point where I was struggling to improve and wasn’t making progress—until I discovered this technique.

At first, I had a hard time learning it, especially braking with my left foot, but once I started to get the hang of it, my driving improved a lot—at least in...

Do you use the trail braking technique?

Are you glad that you got a wheel setup?

invalid@example.com (JayTheJ) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:02:23 +0000

Yeah, I know it might sound dumb that I asked this. But I want your answer. I got into racing games about 2 months ago and it seems like this is a long term interest. First it was keyboard, now it's an Xbox controller. I think I already have all the precision I need but still, a wheel sometimes pops up in my head and makes me consider getting it at some point. Price is not what I'm worried about. I can spend less on everything else to save up if I really want something. Logitech or...

Are you glad that you got a wheel setup?

Dark mode for forum

invalid@example.com (2ndLastJedi) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:10:15 +0000

I've just done a new install of Windows 10 but dark mode and dark theme don't work in some forums! Why and how did i have the Reiza forum in dark mode previously? View attachment 22299

Help pick a car for my daughter's lessons in AMS2.

invalid@example.com (herakles) — Sun, 31 May 2026 23:28:31 +0000

Hi everyone!

Which car would you guys think is ideal for learning to drive? I'd love to have as much of reality in the mix as possible. The idea is to create a virtual copy of driving a real car in order to learn, how a car reacts, what a clutch does, when and how to brake, etc. Intended purpose is to give a 12-year old girl an idea of a car without compromising my "real" car's health...

It would be important to me, that the car

* is easy to drive
* has manual shifting in...

Help pick a car for my daughter's lessons in AMS2.

Forums: Feedback Issues and Power Misuse

invalid@example.com (Seeker1982a2E) — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:07:13 +0000

-On the issue of the decline of arguments and rise of of hostility:
Reviving Civil Discourse: From Hostile Debates To Meaningful Dialogue
-On Arguments in general: Argument - Wikipedia
-also there is the issue of the widespread rise of developed lifelong disorder of focussed sustained attention and functional illiteracy...

Forums: Feedback Issues and Power Misuse

Official commercial/arcade license request

invalid@example.com (Sander de Valk) — Tue, 12 May 2026 11:30:06 +0000

Hi Reiza Team and Community,

I am reaching out because we are currently in the process of setting up a new Sim Racing Café in Spain. We are big fans of the work you’ve done with Automobilista 2 and we believe it is the perfect platform for our center.

Our plan is to start with 10 high-end sim rigs, all running AMS2.

We want to ensure everything is handled 100% legally and professionally. Therefore, we are looking for information on how to obtain an official...

Official commercial/arcade license request

The SIM Dashboard Community Designs Thread

invalid@example.com (XTRMNTR2K) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:14:53 +0000

>> All of my SIM Dashboard designs <<
(Alternatively just type in my username XTRMNTR2K into the search and you'll get the same results.)

Cars / classes that are WIP or not yet published:

none!

Missing Cars / Classes in AMS2 (let me know if I forgot any!):

Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH (progress: 0%)
Aston Martin Vantage GT4 Evo...

The SIM Dashboard Community Designs Thread

What sim gear have you bought yourself for Xmas this year?

invalid@example.com (F1Aussie) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:18:03 +0000

Hey all, what have you decided to splurge out on for your sim rig for Xmas?

I will start the discussion, I have a customer GSI GT Max32 on the was from Texas and today I ordered the Grid Porsche 10.3 DDU.

Unfortunately they won't make it under the tree as they won't arrive until next week.
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Do I need a new wheel?

invalid@example.com (paddler) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:24:38 +0000

My T500RS Thrustmaster FFB wheel is about 8y old. It's doing a great job. Recently I need to adjust the FFB strength in game after some laps. The more I drive, the weaker the force gets. Maybe the motor and the mechanics inside the wheel are getting old and I need to get a new one. I am not sure, what wheel would be the next step. Moza? Any input and advice is appreciated.

Meaning Behind Reiza Name?

invalid@example.com (Horia M) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:18:50 +0000

Came across a Reddit post reminiscing about the early days of Reiza, and a question popped into my head - what does the name Reiza stand for? Is it a location? An amalgamation of two names (REnato, REiza?) Just a cool name?

Just curious