All News: Rookie License

FIA Cross Car Series

December 12th, 2025 by

Cross Car racing is among the earliest steps on the rallycross ladder for real-world drivers looking to climb the ladder in the sport. Take the wheel of the FIA Cross Car and master mixed-surface racing in this nimble RWD machine.

BMW M2 Cup by Nitro Concepts

December 12th, 2024 by

The BMW M2 Cup by Nitro Concepts features the BMW M2 CS Racing, one of iRacing’s most powerful Rookie-level cars. This exceptional entry-level tourer, featuring the full engineering expertise of both BMW Motorsport and BMW M, competes around the world in both single-make and homologated series. It’s a great entry point to learn how to … Read the Rest »

Dirt Mini Stock Rookie Series

September 9th, 2024 by

With over 200 horsepower and a relatively low weight, the Dirt Mini Stock is a fun, nimble machine to start your dirt oval racing career with. Get a feel for full-bodied racing in the dirt here and learn the basics so you can excel in the Dirt Street Stock, late models, and modifieds later on.

Mini Stock Rookie Series by Thrustmaster

September 9th, 2024 by

Are you big on stock car racing? Want a car that’s not so big? The Mini Stock might be the right place for you to start. With 200 horses under the hood, it’s got enough power to be tons of fun, and approachable enough to get you started on learning good habits that will take … Read the Rest »

Micro Winged Sprint Car Rookie by Thrustmaster

March 5th, 2024 by

The Micro Sprint car is where the future stars of motorsport get their start on the dirt. We’ve done all the setup work for you, all you need to do is strap in and drive. Get behind the wheel of the winged version of this nimble machine and learn the skills that will take you … Read the Rest »

Millbridge Micro Showdown

March 5th, 2024 by

Real ones know what it means to race at North Carolina’s Millbridge Speedway. On any given Wednesday (or Saturday if you prefer the wingless variant), Micro Sprints take to the track and put on one of the best shows in dirt racing. Here’s your chance to try it out for yourself!

Formula 1600 Rookie Series

March 7th, 2023 by

For half a century, Formula 1600 has been recognized as a key starting point for aspiring open-wheel pros. With no downforce to speak of, this wingless open-wheel machine allows drivers to develop good habits early on that they can take with them up the racing ladder, and the racing is typically close and exciting. Now’s … Read the Rest »

Rookie Legends Cup

December 15th, 2021 by

Everyone has to start their racing journey somewhere. The Rookie Legends Cup is for beginners ready to do just that with our Rookie Legends car, a 125-horsepower, 1,300-pound retro-inspired racing machine that has produced some of the biggest names in the sport. Without needing to worry about adjustments as with our Advanced Legends car, drivers … Read the Rest »

Pro 2 Lite Off-Road Rookie Series by Trak Racer

June 9th, 2021 by

Get your first taste of short course off-road racing with the Rookie Pro 2 Lite Off Road Racing Series! It’s a modified version of the real-world Pro 2 with restricted horsepower to help you learn the ins and outs of handling these tough trucks.

VW Lite iRX Rookie Series by Trak Racer

June 9th, 2021 by

The Rookie iRacing Rallycross Volkswagen Beetle Lite series is your introduction to rallycross. The Beetle Lite has half the horsepower of its Supercar big brother to help iRacers learn the skill set required for rallycross, but is just as agile and fun behind the wheel. Get used to launching cars through the air and transferring … Read the Rest »