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iRacing Beginner Guide
Help new drivers survive rookies and build solid foundations. Start here if you are new to iRacing.
Core Guides
Master these fundamentals before moving to intermediate content.
Licence System Explained
How the Rookie to A licence ladder works, MPR, and promotion requirements.
Read guide →Safety Rating Guide
Understanding incident points, corners per incident, and how to improve your SR.
Read guide →Rookie Car Guides
Your first cars. The Global Mazda MX-5 and BMW M2 CS are where most rookies start.
Global Mazda MX-5 Cup
iRacing's primary rookie road car. No ABS, no TC—learn fundamentals.
Read guide →Setup & Hardware
Basic setup concepts and hardware recommendations.
Next Steps
Once you have a solid foundation, move on to the Intermediate Guide for braking techniques, trail braking, overtaking, and multi-class racing.