video game Archives

Pirelli Diablo Superbike tyres feature in SBK22 video game

Pirelli’s Diablo Superbike tyres feature in the latest video game based on the FIM Superbike World Championship. Developed by Milestone, the game allows players to choose the tyres to be fitted, modifying the behaviour of the motorbike based on the compound used. The realism of the game was boosted by the involvement of professional riders and experts, including Pirelli itself. The manufacturer supplied tyre data to help the game-maker simulate the performance of real Pirelli World Superbike tyres. Pirelli branding is also seen in-game in the realistically rendered circuits.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

20th September 2022/0 Comments/by Andrew

Falken Tyres enters virtual racing

Company News, Motorsport

Falken Tyres Europe GmbH is about to set to set foot in the world of virtual racing after forming a partnership with leading online sim racing platform iRacing. The Falken GT4 Challenge offers keen sim racing enthusiasts a chance to put their skills to the test and win a set of Falken’s tyres for their road car; including the brand new Azenis FK520 flagship.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

14th March 2022/by Peter Gardner

Drivers lack basic safety knowledge – Halfords survey

UK News

Halfords

Halfords’ Tyre Safety video game, 20,000 Miles in Two Minutes, launched in October for tyre safety month, was aimed to test driver’s knowledge and raise awareness around tyre safety standards. As of today, the game has been played over 7,000 times, revealing that many drivers lacked basic safety knowledge.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

4th February 2022/by Chris

Michelin coming to Farming Simulator 22

Company News, Product News

Tyre aficionados are in for a treat when Farming Simulator 22 arrives in just over a week’s time. Not only are Continental and BKT present in the simulator, Michelin has also become an official partner. It says this partnership “allows all players to take advantage of the environmental and productivity performance benefits” of the Michelin agricultural tyre range.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

12th November 2021/by Stephen

Halfords launches video game during Tyre Safety Month

UK News

Halfords

Halfords has been drawing motorists to a two-minute tyre safety video game to test drivers’ knowledge during Tyre Safety Month. The game, 20,000 Miles in Two Minutes, has condensed a tyre’s 20,000-mile lifespan into two minutes – testing how drivers will react to and overcome road hazards as they make their way along a dual carriageway.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

21st October 2021/by Chris

Brembo becomes Gran Turismo 7 technical partner

Company News

Polyphony Digital Inc., developer of the Gran Turismo series for Playstation consoles since 1997, has chosen Brembo as the official technical partner in braking systems for Gran Turismo 7. The new video game will be available for PS4 and PS5 consoles from 4 March 2022.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log in Subscribe

8th October 2021/by Stephen

Continental tyres arriving in Farming Simulator 22

Product News

Harvest time is drawing to a close, but farmers needn’t fear withdrawal symptoms during the colder months. Farming Simulator 22 is due for release on 22 November and will deliver new vehicles, maps, brand, production chains and crops. The Continental brand will be present in the Giants Software game too, with agricultural machinery and supporting vehicles wearing Continental tyres for the first time.

28th September 2021/by Stephen

Pirelli tyre partner for RiMS Racing simulation game

Product News

From information related to pressure to tyre warm-up times, from grip coefficients to tread wear dynamics: Pirelli is contributing its technical and racing experience to the new RiMS Racing simulation game by RaceWard Studio. RiMS Racing is a new motorcycle simulation concept that blends the adrenaline of riding on two wheels with a deep mechanical knowledge of the motorcycle; both aspects equally influence a player’s chances of success.

6th August 2021/by Stephen

Davanti-supported driver Zelos to race in Mini Challenge eSeries

Motorsport, UK News

Davanti

With the pandemic situation continuing to place 2021 motorsport series in doubt, racers are preparing to get involved in Esports. While digital competition has been a growing trend for several years, interest in digital motorsport spiked in response to the suspension of series across Europe in 2020. A leading Mini Challenge competitor, Dan Zelos is looking forward to his return to the track on 16 January, as the championship’s official eSeries commences. Zelos is supported by Davanti Tyres; the UK tyre brand will also boast a presence in the competition as Zelos pilots his Davanti-branded Mini around virtual versions of every circuit on the 2021 calendar.

12th January 2021/by Andrew

New Goodyear branding unveiled in esports Le Mans

Motorsport

Goodyear

Goodyear’s comeback to world championship motorsport has been marked already with with wins in the FIA World Endurance Championship and a new partnership with the WTCR – FIA World Touring Car Cup. But with the suspension of live motorsport, the brand has entered another world of motorsport for the first time, moving into virtual racing. The two major track series follow Goodyear’s entrance into the European Truck Racing Championship Digital Racing Challenge and the eNASCAR league.

23rd June 2020/by Andrew

ETRA, Goodyear kick off the virtual 2020 truck racing season

Motorsport

ETRC

Truck racing is the latest motorsport code to start a simulated season, as Coronavirus lockdowns continue to preclude live racing. The FIA European Truck Racing Championship, supported by Goodyear, welcomed drivers and fans to the ETRC Digital Racing Challenge on 24 May. Live racing in the championship has been suspended until 29-30 August, when the opening event will be held at Most, Czech Republic.

3rd June 2020/by Andrew

Bridgestone backs motorcycle position with RIDE 4 video game partnership

Company News

Bridgestone will be the official tyre supplier to the latest installment of the RIDE motorcycle racing video game series. The tyre manufacturer signed a partnership with the Italian game developer, Milestone for RIDE 4. The game for two-wheel enthusiasts will launch worldwide on 8 October 2020 on Playstation 4, XBOX One and PC. Bridgestone explained that the partnership targets solidifying its position as a market leader for motorbike tyres. The game also allows it to “showcase its products and legacy in the competitive racing world,” it added.

14th May 2020/by Andrew

Nankang Tyre launches mobile games for iOS and Android

Company News, Product News

Nankang

Nankang Tyre has launched two tyre games for Android and iOS mobile devices: Tyre Maker and Tyre Run. Both are available free to download worldwide on Android and iOS. The Taiwan tyre manufacturer says part of the purpose of the apps is “to relieve the boredom of being stuck at home due to COVID-19.” The games were developed in collaboration with digital design company King One Design. Users can download Tyre Maker here on iOS devices, or here on Android devices, while Tyre Run is available here (iOS) or here (Android).

29th April 2020/by Andrew

ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge stages test

Motorsport

Formula E

As a replacement for suspended events during the COVID-19 pandemic, Formula E has launched its official eSports series on rFactor2 as a fundraiser. ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge, in support of UNICEF, staged its test round at the virtual Monaco ePrix circuit on 18 April 2020 at 15:30BST.

23rd April 2020/by Tyrepress Editors

Giti Tire Motorsport all-female team joins Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series

Motorsport

Giti Tire Motorsport’s all-female racing team took to the grid of the second Digital Nürburgring Endurance Series meeting on 4 April. Professional WS Racing drivers Carrie Schreiner and Celia Martin got behind the gaming wheel of a virtual Giti liveried Audi RS3 LMS TCR for the three hour endurance race and finished 10^th in the TCR Class.

7th April 2020/by Andrew

Posts