Project Motor Racing: V8 Power Pack is a racing simulation expansion that adds nine V8-powered cars across three distinct classes along with the laser-scanned Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta to the core experience on PC.
Gameplay
The V8 Power Pack introduces three separate V8 categories that emphasize different eras and driving demands. V8 Evo features the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro AU V8SC and 2023 Ford Mustang AU, both rear-wheel drive machines with substantial brakes, aero packages, and the close-quarters racing typical of modern Australian touring cars. USV8 brings the 2022 Chevrolet Camaro TA2, 2022 Dodge Challenger TA2, and 2022 Ford Mustang TA2 for silhouette-style muscle car battles that reward physical, door-to-door contact. Historic USV8 supplies the 1971 AMC Javelin TA, 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 TA, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda TA, and 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 TA, where mechanical grip, body roll, throttle steering, and live rear axles create the raw, sideways character of classic American road racing.
Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta serves as the shared venue, with its fast esses, heavy braking zones, blind crests, and demanding kerbs testing suspension setup and driver commitment across all nine cars. The track integrates directly into the simulation's dynamic weather and 24-hour day-night cycle, altering grip and visibility during sessions.
Game Modes
Players access the new cars and track through the established single-player options, including the survival-style career mode that tracks finances, sponsorship decisions, and season-long progression without scripted safety nets. Single race weekends allow quick setup of practice, qualifying, and full events on Road Atlanta with any of the V8 classes. Online play supports the additions in ranked sessions and custom lobbies, where driver ratings and class-specific matchmaking keep competition balanced. Leaderboard challenges run asynchronously across the new content as well.
Physics and Handling
Each V8 class carries its own handling profile verified through the factory driver program. Modern Gen3 and TA2 cars deliver high-downforce stability and strong braking, while historic models highlight mechanical limitations and the need for throttle modulation to manage live axles. The underlying 720 Hz physics engine handles tire behavior, aerodynamics, and power delivery consistently across the pack, with recent updates refining engine response and brake systems in related classes.
Is It Worth Playing?
The V8 Power Pack suits sim racers who enjoy varied V8 machinery and a fast, technical American road course. It expands the roster with cars that range from current high-grip touring machines to low-grip historic models that encourage controlled slides. Recent patches have improved stability and added VR and triple-screen options in beta, while ongoing development continues to refine core systems. Those seeking authentic handling differences between eras and the challenge of Road Atlanta's layout will find the additions a direct match for that preference. The content releases on September 15, 2026, as part of the broader Year 1 content cycle.
