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iRacing Downshift

iRacing.com
Iracing
Daytona 24
NASCAR
NASCAR 25
Social Media
Esports
Indycar
Nurburgring 24
Enascar
Supercross
BMW
Iracing Arcade
GT3
Season 2 Build
Enascar Coca-Cola Iracing Series
Push-Up Challenge
FIA F4 Esports Global Championship
Trading Paints
Safety Rating
Sim Racing

iRacing Downshift is where real racing and simracing collide! Hosted by Greg West, Kevin Bobbitt, and Chris Leone, the official podcast of iRacing includes World Championship eSport updates, a lively discussion of the biggest stories in the world of racing, and much more.

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Latest Episodes

We've got lots to talk about on the latest episode of Downshift! The 2026 Season 2 build has all sorts of excitement for racers of all types, from the addition of the NASCAR Truck Series RAM to a huge fleet of road racing refreshes on modern and vint... more

It’s the best show of 2026 (so far!)—the boys are back to take a look at last month’s 2026 Season 1 build, featuring the ultra-popular Porsche 911 Cup (992.2), FIA Cross Car, and an exciting new fleet of tracks. We’ve also got a look ahead at the big... more

iRacing Downshift is back with an all-new episode! We get into the NASCAR 25 launch and our upcoming iRacing Arcade release, share the latest updates on our current eSports championships, and wrap things up with a little reminder on how Safety Rating... more

We had to record this one a bit early due to everyone’s crazy schedules right now, but the 2025 Season 4 preview show is right here! Learn more about the new content and features coming in the September build, plus we’ve got a fun collection of stori... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Luvender
Founder of Trading Paints
Trading Paints
Episode: Episode 61: Special Events and Special Guest Steve Luvender
Doug Hunt
Social Media Admin at iRacing
iRacing
Episode: Episode 57: Making Social Media Waves with Doug Hunt
Tony Gardner
President and CFO of iRacing
iRacing
Episode: Episode 56: 2024 Season 2 Build and Burning Questions with Tony Gardner

Hosts

Greg West
Host of the iRacing Downshift; affiliated with iRacing; appears across multiple episodes.
Kevin Bobbitt
Co-host; provides coverage on updates, events, and behind-the-scenes perspectives; long-running contributor.
Chris Leone
Co-host; contributes insights into updates, features, and community discussions; consistent across episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Great to hear the updates but..

    It’s great to hear their insights about the updates to iRacing but the team spend too much time talking about unrelated garbage. Most recent ep spent 10 minutes talking about golf…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Wardie_86
    Australia10 months ago
  • Room for improvement

    To the fellas on the mic, please don’t take this the wrong way. You all seem like great guys and fun to hang around, but quite frankly, we’re not here to listen about your golf games and where you guys go fishing. This podcast has potential to be awesome for the fans of iRacing and to provide a lot of insight to what goes on behind the scenes in the office and provide excitement for upcoming features and content, but in only a 34 minute podcast, not much time is spent talking about what we want ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Kdw48
    United States10 months ago
  • Informative fun!

    I love this podcast. You guys give us news we want to hear and have a great time doing it. Keep it coming! Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twistedkila
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show

    Love the podcast. I Look forward to every new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spidermonkey racing
    United States5 years ago
  • Good Podcast

    I am a longtime subscriber and enjoy hearing from the staff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    naughtydave
    United States6 years ago

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A few note that real-world racing topics can dominate.
Some listeners wish less time on off-topic banter like golf and office chatter.
Many find the content informative and enjoyable, with strong community engagement.
Overall, fans appreciate the candid discussion and post-event insights.
Listeners praise insightful coverage of updates and the mix of real-world and sim racing.

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Episode 57: Making Social Media Waves with Doug Hunt
Q: What advice would you give to someone considering a career in this field?
Getting your foot in the door is crucial, as well as following your passion and networking.
Episode 57: Making Social Media Waves with Doug Hunt
Q: What was it like interviewing with Kevin Bobbitt?
It was strange and a bit boring since there were no quirky questions like how many tennis balls fit in a 747.

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Frequently Asked Questions About iRacing Downshift

What is iRacing Downshift about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the intersection of real-world racing and sim racing, with frequent deep-dives into iRacing's latest builds, new car and track offerings, and upcoming events like endurance races and official series. Hosts share candid personal updates, office anecdotes, and industry-level insights, often pairing technical breakdowns with lighthearted banter. Notable throughlines include the Daytona 24, new car models (e.g., Porsche 911 Cup 992.2, Ferrari 296 Challenge Car, Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo), and crossovers between sim racing updates and real-world racing news, with discussions occasionally expanding to office culture, events, and community engagement. The show stands out for its blend of practical iRacing coverage, guest and... more

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Which podcasts are similar to iRacing Downshift?

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1. iRacers Lounge
2. Into the Apex
3. The Lone Road iRacing Podcast
4. Locked On iRacing
5. The Traxion Control Sim Racing Podcast

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iRacing Downshift launched 7 years ago and published 73 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Steve Luvender
2. Doug Hunt
3. Tony Gardner

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