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Expert racing video game and simulator opinion, arcade to sim, retro to new. Traxion’s features discuss the latest gaming hot topics.
WATCH: Why did EA Kill Project CARS?
This video explains why we think Electronic Arts didn't see a future in the sim racing title Project CARS and promptly cancelled the fourth instalment.
James Baldwin: 6 Hours of Spa champion credits boredom for journey in esports
From Spa 24 Hours to 6 Hours of Spa in the Le Mans Virtual Series, James Baldwin's boredom has led to his success in sim racing and beyond.
Hands-on with rFactor 2’s Q4 Content Drop
We offer our opinion on rFactor 2's new Q4 Content Drop which added four new tracks and two new cars to Studio 397's racing simulator.
WATCH: Hands-on with the Vanwall Hypercar, Thruxton and Croft in rFactor 2
Here's an early, hands-on, test of the Vanwall Vandervell LMH and Thruxton Circuit for rFactor 2, releasing in November 2022.
Does Ross Chastain’s ‘video game move’ actually work in racing video games?
Ross Chastain made an incredible 'video game move' to advance to the championship round in the NASCAR Cup Series last weekend. However, do those video game moves always work in the video games?
TOCA Touring Car Championship at 25: BTCC gaming at its best
The BTCC is the UK's most popular motorsport series but fans had to wait until 1997 for an officially licenced videogame - and it was glorious. This is the story of the Sony PlayStation's TOCA Touring Car Championship.
Seven key changes that would improve Gran Turismo 7
Although we love Gran Turismo 7 it hasn't shaped up to be the experience we were hoping for.. We examine seven key changes we think will make it better.
Magical live championship for eNASCAR, iRacing hopefully just the beginning
The eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series had a night to remember in Charlotte, NC last Tuesday when Casey Kirwan claimed his first career title.
WRC Generations review: A fitting finale
The final official World Rally Championship game by Kylotonn, WRC Generations, puts everything the Parisien studio has learnt over nearly a decade into one, wholesome, rally experience.
Hands on with the World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing UMP Modified DLC
The UMP Modified and I-55 Raceway are now available to own on World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing as of 28th October. Here's our hands-on with the new content.
Why Smurfs Kart could be an ideal first racing game
Aimed squarely at a younger demographic, Smurfs Kart for the Nintendo Switch is an approachable racing game for children.
Le Mans Virtual Series: Prodrive FYRA SimSports success runs in Sørensen family
Prodrive FYRA SimSport's big win at Le Mans Virtual Series all sprouted from Lasse and Marco Sørensen's shared love for motorsport.
The hidden gems you can drive in Total Immersion Racing
2002's Total Immersion Racing contained some of motorsport's most recognisable and successful cars. However, it also featured some less well-known examples that are well worth talking about today.
What it takes to be a WRC co-driver
With the launch of WRC Generations approaching, Motorsport.com's Tom Howard was able to learn the role of a co-driver within the game and then put it into practice alongside Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT driver Takamoto Katsuta.
Jimmy Broadbent and Gordie Mutch win inaugural Praga Cup UK title
The pair wrapped up the laurels with back-to-back race wins on the final race weekend, with a 50 per cent win ratio for the season.
Motorsport UK plans to create a racing esports community hub
Paul Crawford, Motorsport UK's Esports Manager, talks to Traxion about his hopes for governing body's esports hub and how it will complement its motorsport activities.
WATCH: Finally playing Split/Second!
At last, Rich has finally managed to convince someone else to play Split/Second. Oh yes, those retro Xbox 360 feels.
Puerto Rican passion: Victor Gómez IV’s motorsport journey, from sim to reality
How Puerto Rican racer Victor Gomez IV uses his custom simulator to elevate his mental stability and performance in real life.
eNASCAR Coca-Cola: Championship 4 drivers gearing up for live finale next week
The four drivers in the 2022 eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series Championship 4 are preparing to battle at the NASCAR Hall of Fame on 25th October.
A beginner’s guide to NASCAR Rivals for Nintendo Switch
NASCAR Rivals is now available on Nintendo Switch, and we've got some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the new game.