Wet Track Challenge at Nürburgring GP for CMS iRacing

Wet Track Challenge at Nürburgring GP for CMS iRacing

The CMS iRacing community will face wet conditions at the Nürburgring Grand-Prix-Strecke for their October 23, 2024, event.

The CMS iRacing community is set to race at the Nürburgring Grand-Prix-Strecke on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. This event brings the added challenge of realistic wet weather conditions, requiring participants to fine-tune their setups and adjust their driving styles to manage the slippery track. Below are the crucial details for the event:

Event Schedule (US Eastern Time):

  • 8:30pm: Free Practice (40 minutes)
  • 9:20pm: Qualifying (Open, 20 minutes)
  • 9:30pm: Race (60 minutes, Rolling Start)

Participants will race on the Nürburgring Grand-Prix-Strecke – Grand Prix layout, navigating a demanding circuit in wet conditions. Open setups give drivers the flexibility to modify their cars to handle the wet track, while a fast repair is available for any incidents during the race.

Key Race Information:

  • Setup: Open
  • Fuel Limit: GT3 cars restricted to 75% fuel capacity
  • Incidents: Drive-through penalty after 17x incident points
  • Weather: Realistic, with a wet track expected throughout the race, making tire choices and driving strategy critical.

Orange Zone (OZ) & Post-Race Review:

The entire first lap of the race at Nürburgring is designated as the Orange Zone (OZ), where all incidents will be closely reviewed after the event. Drivers can submit Incident Review Requests (IRRs) for any questionable contact that occurs during the first lap.

Participation Requirements:

Signups are mandatory for participation in this event. Drivers should also consult the supplemental rules and check the weather forecast to be fully prepared for race day.

This event at Nürburgring GP promises to be a challenging test of wet-weather racing skills, requiring precision, patience, and adaptability for success.

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