AC1 Formula One 2026 v3.0 | Showcase and Development Updates
The complete F1 2026 Season is here!
Our vision of Formula One’s next era, built around the new 2026 regulations.
A full grid of cars, every 3D model created completely from scratch with no reused assets, featuring improved materials, higher accuracy, and more realistic details. Realistic engine sounds by Prophetimus, created from real onboard samples. Custom overtake systems, active aero, and fully reworked AI that fights, defends, and races properly, developed from community feedback and everything learned from previous season mods.
Brought to life by The Race Project.
The full 2026 Season is now available for EVO!🏁
The complete 2026 season is now available for Assetto Corsa EVO.
You can now experience the complete 2026 grid in EVO, with every team and car properly represented.
Our EVO releases do not rely on Kunos assets such as tyres, drivers or physics. Instead, we use improved custom assets, physics and details, including more accurate era-specific drivers, helmets, tyres and car behaviour.
Get the EVO F1 2026 Season here:
Formula One 2026 MOD – Assetto Corsa EVO
Key Features
• Completely new paint and carbon fiber textures
• Brand new driver helmet models representing the 2026 grid
• Realistic aerodynamic wings and antenna movement
• Fully reworked wet and intermediate tyres
• Progressive dirt and damage accumulation based on car usage
• Visible front and rear wing deformation
• Wet & intermediate tyres integrated with AI support
• Upgraded cockpit interiors with refined details
• Functional CSP LED systems including rear rain light & pit lane logic
• Enhanced FPV with improved 2026 onboard realism
• Fully reworked digital dashboard with accurate session data
• Accurate driver gloves with correct team color variations
• Realistic visor reflections
• Authentic exhaust flame behaviour
• Improved steering, gear and pedal animations
• Refined driver position for realistic onboard camera angles
• Tyre wear visual effects
• Custom overtake boost system based on 2026 FIA energy deployment logic
• Custom active aero modes with manual and automatic settings
• Gradual chassis damage with progressive structural deformation
• High-resolution liveries
• Special Suzuka liveries for Mercedes and Haas
• Cadillac chrome livery included from the original reveal showcase
• Special Miami livery for Alpine
2026 Regulation Philosophy – Implemented
• Smaller, lighter cars for improved agility
• 50% ICE / 50% electric power unit, no MGU-H
• 100% sustainable fuel concept
• Active aero with low-drag and high-downforce modes
• Strategic overtake and energy boost deployment
• Enhanced energy recovery systems
• Reduced ground-effect reliance
• Lower drag concept for better overtaking
• More standardized components
• Sustainability and cost control focus
Tyre Detail Redefined
One of the most detailed tyre sets we’ve ever created, and honestly one of the most accurate seen in Assetto Corsa.
From full wets to intermediates, the 2026 tyre set pushes realism further with precise engravings, reference lines, and subtle details inspired directly by their real-life counterparts.
⚠️ Important – Driver & Tyres Installation ⚠️
To make the tyres, driver, and pitcrew work properly, place tyres.zip (NOT the content of the ZIP file!) and the driver KN5 files (yes, in this case the files inside) and the pitcrew texture files manually (these also the textures inside) into the following folders:
SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\assettocorsa\extension\textures\cars
SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\assettocorsa\content\driver
Pitcrew textures installation:
SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\assettocorsa\content\texture
Then manually drop the files into:
crew_brand
crew_helmet
crew_suit
If placed incorrectly, the tyres, drivers, and pitcrew textures will not appear in-game.
Make sure you have ZIP programs installed, some users have had issues simply because they did not have this program installed.
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Presenting Nuzzi’s New Display System for the 2026 Season
Thanks to our collaboration with Nuzzi, this advanced steering wheel display system is now fully integrated into the 2026 mod.
This custom compatibility build was created specifically for our 2026 season. Nuzzi will also release a v2.5 update for his Display app on Patreon, bringing the same compatibility to the public version.
Nuzzi is a software engineer and Assetto Corsa enthusiast focused on creating realism-based software mods that improve immersion and in-car systems. His work brings a fresh and dynamic approach to the simulator experience.
Some of his projects include:
• AI racing lines • FIA flags and DRS systems • Car info UI app • Race engineer tools • AI battery control • Pitstop management • Mechanical failures • Career mode app
This display system adds an additional interface layer with a more dynamic visual layout while using the same core data already present in the mod.
A great alternative UI option that improves immersion without affecting the physics or underlying systems.
Installation Instructions
• Open each car’s ext_config.ini
• Paste the provided code sections at the bottom
• Place Nuzzi_Display.lua inside each car’s extension folder
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Everything we do is possible thanks to your support. It allows us to continue improving every car and deliver the level of detail Formula One on a simulator deserves.
Thank you for your incredible support!
— The Race Project Team
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Features – Changelog on Previous versions: v1.1 → v2.0 → v2.1 → v2.2 → v2.5
• Major improvements to car, driver, team, and pit crew textures, with optimized files and added LODs for better performance
• Improved liveries, paint finishes, carbon textures, suspension details, and clipping across the grid
• Added Miami, Monaco, concept, special, and updated liveries, helmets, suits, and gloves for multiple teams
• Added new 2K tyre textures for improved performance on lower-end systems
• Improved gloves and helmet textures across the full grid, including realistic glove shadows
• Added updated Red Bull and Ferrari “Macarena” rear wings, plus new selectable Red Bull front wing and SF-26 mid-season chassis
• Added complete pit crew textures and optimized them through ext_config
• Updated and fixed engine sounds for all teams
• Improved physics, AI, onboard cameras, and overall driving experience
• Fixed pitlane, wet-weather, visor, halo, lighting, rear wing, mirror, and rear light issues
• Improved paint finishes for Alpine, Red Bull, VCARB, Aston Martin, Audi, and other teams to better match real-world conditions
• Added numerous special helmets, including Stroll Canada and Monaco helmets for Hulkenberg, Leclerc, and Hamilton
• Added special liveries including Aston Martin Madden, Audi Nuvolari, Ferrari SF-26 all-red concept, and Red Bull Monaco
• Various additional fixes, refinements, and visual improvements throughout the full grid
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Features – v3.0 Changelog
✅ VCARB Miami special livery
✅ McLaren Silverstone special livery
✅ Cadillac Miami and Silverstone special liveries
✅ Completely new Cadillac 3D model rebuilt using the latest available CAD data for significantly improved accuracy and detail
✅ Monaco-specific rear wing designs thanks to Ben
✅ Complete Ferrari SF-26 chassis pack featuring every chassis raced at each Grand Prix so far, all selectable directly from the pits
✅ Optional 1K tyre textures for improved FPS performance
✅ Completely reworked RB22 engine sounds by Prophetimus for a more immersive and realistic audio experience
v3.0 Physics Update Features
All reported FFB issues have been reviewed and addressed alongside the implementation of the latest 2026 regulation changes.
• ERS harvest and delivery completely reworked to match the new 2026 specifications
• Energy delivery limit removed to reflect updated regulations
• Active aero system adjusted to create a much bigger difference between aero modes
• Engine power delivery refined and balanced
• Default RPM limit increased to 13,000 RPM
• AI performance improved to be more competitive and consistent
• Tyre physics revised to be slightly more challenging and realistic without turning the cars into spin machines
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Upcoming Features Planned for v4.0
• VCARB Suzuka special livery.
• McLaren Monaco 1000th Grand Prix special livery.
• Immersive CSP features for all teams.
• Improved physics for the complete season.
• Improved tyre textures for all teams.
• Fixed flickering on car paint textures visible in replays and TV camera views from a distance.
• Removable Halo from the pits for all teams.
• Completely new scratch-built Mercedes and McLaren car models for improved accuracy.
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The only F1 2026 season mod featuring accurate Monaco wing specifications, alongside the most detailed and authentic special liveries, and continuous 3D updates throughout the season.DETAILED CSP FEATURES COMING TO THE 2026 SEASON!
Alongside an exciting new collaboration currently in the works. More updates coming soon.
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Note: A clean installation is recommended!
If you're experiencing performance issues, check out the Digital Vei Tutorials for tips on optimizing your Assetto Corsa settings and getting the best possible performance here:
Better Graphics & Performance For Medium PC - CSP PRESET 1.3
⚠️Overtake Mode & Active Aero ⚠️
The Active Aero button must be configured through the VRC Extended Controls app.
To switch Active Aero to manual mode, press and hold the assigned button for around 5 seconds.
Overtake mode is only available during race sessions.
Overtake mode becomes available from lap 2 onwards and only when following another car within 1 second.
Overtake mode is intentionally disabled during practice and qualifying sessions, in line with the 2026 regulations.
If overtake mode cannot be activated, verify that the VRC Extended Controls app is installed correctly and that the Active Aero control has been assigned.
Disclaimer.
Mod currently in development by The Race Project. Work-in-progress, not representative of the final product.This is a fan-made mod created for Assetto Corsa, any depiction of real-world teams, drivers, brands, trademarks, logos, are strictly for historical recreation . All trademarks, brand names, and team identities belong to their respective copyright and trademark owners, and their inclusion does not imply any official sponsorship, affiliation, or endorsement.© 2025–2026 The Race Project. All rights reserved. Rights applies strictly and solely to original 3D models, physics, textures and project assets.────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
Recommended Apps & Content
The following apps, tools and creators are recommended by The Race Project to enhance your Assetto Corsa experience, from AI and immersion to visuals, cameras and additional content. Some are free, others paid, but all are worth checking out.
With these you can take Assetto Corsa to the next level and achieve stunning cinematic visuals, greater immersion and an overall higher-quality experience.
🏁 Must-Have Community Apps & Mods
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We recommend exploring these creators and apps to find the combination that best suits your preferred style of racing and immersion.
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Get the Formula One 2026 Season here ✅
Comments (58)
I got the Active Aero to work manually (by holding the drs button for 5 seconds), but no OT button at all. vrc advance settings shows up as blank without vrc cars pressent. I don't understand why it so complicated. And yes everthing has been clean instelled, but to no avail. Can anyone out there help?
I have followed the directions for tyre install but am having trouble - still showing as black on the cars. Tried putting the .zip file into SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\assettocorsa\extension\textures\cars both as "4K_2K_TYRES.zip", and tried separately when renaming it to "2026_tyres.zip" with no success. Any suggestions?
Looks like your doing a lot for update 3.0 looks great, like winglets on rear wings, maybe add ferrari's new front wing?? Hope this is out soon!
Hey there! Thanks for your support! Definitely, there's a lot of new content coming soon, and we're getting close to the release of v3.0. 🚀
Here's a tip to improve performance: create multiple optimization LODs, for example, LOD_B and LOD_C, because even the latest version of the mod is almost unplayable with the full grid
Why Active Aero is set to automatic? It is not realistic. And can you change it somewhere else than in data-folder?
since 2.0 my cars veer to the left or right on straights as well as pulling on brake to one side... (no i dont have stick drift) any reason why?
I just wanted to say that the redbull and ferrari “Macarena” rear wings arent working, and its just hte normal one, also Tom97 said there is an option for auto and manual drs but idk where that is please help me
this is why trp is the best fr fr
🔥🔥
When is the update v2.0 being released?
hello trp, tyou can send me your csp preset of the photos taken plsss
Check CD Imagined Visuals here on Patreon, they have all the settings I'm using.
Hey guys, great job on the model, overall a great mod, but I think there is some work need to be done with the force feedback, the overall feedback is way too weak, it's impossible to feel the tyre grip, the steering has no weight at any speed, this makes the experience not enjoyable. Also, while the feedback on the tyre grip is too weak, the car reacts to bumps way too violently; it's like my wheel is trying to rip my hands off when I hit a bump on the track. I am looking forward to the improvement.
Thanks so much for your feedback and support! the full v2.0 will be ready soon.
just wondering as it doesn't seem to open drs/straight mode when in practice. is that just how it is or is there a way to fix that?
Does anyone know why this mod is suddenly a so heavy on my end? I tried to run a session with the full grid and the game instantly crashes. Tried around 4 times and each time the game gets stuck and crashes. Is it because all the AI opponents are using complex physics? Edit: I have an Nvidia 4060 Graphics card with Intel Core i7 - 14650HX CPU and 16GB Memory
Thanks for sharing this, it’s a bit strange to be honest. I’m running a less powerful PC and can get around 50 FPS in 4K on max settings with no freezing or crashes. I’ve just posted a new download link with some optimisations. Try doing a clean install from that version first. If you’re still having issues, I’d suggest checking your Content Manager settings and maybe lowering a few things slightly. Let me know how it goes after trying the new version.
The Best Mod for Assetto Corsa when it comes to the 2026 season. Only problem I have is that the Red Bull livery is chrome and not blue
Thank you for your support! RedBull paint fixed, link updated!
Hello, I got issue with the force feedback of this mod. I am using Moza R3, and there is barely any force feedback on this mod. Project 2026 is slightly better, but the force feedback is still significantly weaker than other mods under the same setup. I tried to increase the ffb percentage, but it just muffled the feeling, didn't really help. Is there some specific requirement that I am missing out?
Thanks for sharing this detailed feedback and your setup, that really helps! I will take a look at the FBB, physics have not been updated yet, so this helps when it drops.
They said on their discord server that it's coming out today
I think they're going to release it tomorrow
i bet this is delaying
So it isnt coming out today?
Is it coming out today? But at what time?
will yall add the new macarena wing for the rb22 ?
Macarena wings will be added in a coming updpate.
season 1994 possible or not ?
Yes, defintely working on 90's mods in the future.
Good morning, I wanted to ask you the exact day of the mod's release, thank you.
it says 30th april
¡Hola! Soy nuevo por aquí. Perdón por hablar de esto en el topic de la temporada 2026, pero... ¿existe algún proyecto en marcha para la temporada 2003? ¡Gracias!
Hola! si, la temporada 2003 esta en desarrollo, ahora mismo estamos centrados en lanzar primero las temporadas 2026 y 2005, y después de eso nos enfocaremos en 2003 y en 2001.
any update on the release window?
Your mods are great. Would you be thinking of doing a 90s or 80s mod bcz also then they were great drivers and only sim dream has some of them which are really bad.
Very nice, keep up the great work!!
Thanks for your constant support Mattew!
Your mods are all incredibly detailed and beautiful. I especially loved the F1 2014 mod. I’m keeping an eye out for mods for all the other F1 seasons. <3
Really appreciate that, Glad you enjoyed the 2014 mod. Thank you for your support!
But it's wonderful!!! Send me an email to let me know as soon as it comes out
Thanks!! you'll receive a notification once is released.
what about the Formula One 2003 & 2005 ?
Thanks for your support! still in development, they’ll come right after these upcoming seasons with '05 being released first.
really great job , hope TF110 can be taken to the AC as an update of 2010 season ,appreciate!
Top job. Great as always. Keep Up the work
Thanks bro, we’re just getting started.
Wow amazing looks insane can't wait for these!
Love that, appreciate it a lot, can’t wait for you to get behind the wheel and try them yourself, they’re something else 😉
simply beautiful!!
Thank you so much mate!
Everything I asked for coming soon what a massive W let’s go race project
Thanks for your support! 🔥
Nice lets Go Yeah
🙌
so excited!
Love it 😄 can’t wait for you to try them!