Assetto Corsa Competizione [v1.8.18] May 2026

The engine was upgraded from 333Hz to 400Hz, providing 20% more data points for tire and ground collision detection. This makes curb strikes and high-speed tire oscillations significantly more detailed.

A critical update for competitive players, introducing new gear ratios for the M4 GT3 to match real-world homologation standards. Assetto Corsa Competizione [v1.8.18]

Adjustments were made to level the playing field across several GT3 models. The Aston Martin Vantage V8 GT3 received improvements to its pace, while the BMW M4 GT3 and Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO2 were tuned to be slightly slower. The engine was upgraded from 333Hz to 400Hz,

The higher refresh rate allows for cleaner, more granular feedback through the wheel, though it may require "unlearning" old muscle memory due to changes in how cars rotate and brake. Adjustments were made to level the playing field

Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC) version 1.8.18, released in August 2022, serves as a finalized refinement of the massive v1.8 "Physics 2.0" overhaul. While the core v1.8 update introduced fundamental changes to the tire model and force feedback , v1.8.18 specifically focuses on and minor hotfixes to stabilize the racing environment. Key Changes in v1.8.18 The most impactful aspects of this specific hotfix include:

Revised wet track limits were implemented across various circuits to prevent unintended advantages during rainy sessions.