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Champcar carset Racing Manager GameChampcar carset runs in the BATracer game engine. This is an proposed player-made independant carset to be added to the game.
For carsets which are currently active and can be played now (currently 33 different sets to choose from), scroll to the bottom.
  CarsLola | as original set | Reynard | as original set | Penske | as original set |
EnginesFord | as original set | Honda | as original set | Mercedes | as original set |
TyresGoodyear | as original set | Firestone | as original set |
Events CalendarBicentennial Park | Miami, Florida | Temporary street track locatet on Biscayne Bay. It was used before ChampCar moved to the oval at Homestad. | | 05.03Surfers Paradise | Australia | This is the only event outside of North America. A fast street circuit, mainly consisting of long straights joined by chicanes which can catch out the unwary. Narrow and can bite if you lose concentration. | | as original setPhoenix International Raceway | Arizona | as original set | | as original setLong Beach Street Circuit | California | as original set | | as original setNazareth Speedway | Pennsylvania | as original set | | as original setIndianapolis Motor Speedway | Indianapolis, Indiana | "The Brickyard" is one of the most famous tracks in the world. Built in 1909 from 3.2 milion bricks (thus giving the track its popular nickname). The circuit is nearly rectangular oval essentially unchanged since its inception. | | 28.05Milwaukee Mile | Wisconsin | as original set | | as original setBelle Isle Park | Detroit, Michigan | as original set | | as original setPortland International Raceway | Oregon | as original set | | as original setRoad America | Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin | as original set | | as original setExhibition Place Toronto | Toronto, Canada | as original set | | as original setBurke Lakefront Airport | Cleveland, Ohio | as original set | | as original setMichigan International Speedway | Michigan | as original set | | as original setMid-Ohio Sports Car Course | Lexington, Ohio | as original set | | as original setNew Hampshire International Speedway | Loudon, New Hampshire | as original set | | as original setPacific Place Vancouver | British Columbia, Canada | as original set | | as original setLaguna Seca Raceway | Monterey, California | as original set | | as original set | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Champcar carset Racing Strategy GameThe BATracer Champcar carset is based on the 1995 season.
Format
For non-oval races, you get two laps to compete for pole. For oval races, you get just one lap. There is exception from this - at Indianapolis you get 4 laps, and the time is an aggregate.
In champcar there are three types of tracks:
# Road Course - This is your typical race circuit with grass run off, the occasional gravel trap and armco.
# Street Circuits - Usually difficult to pass on, and an absence of run off areas can result in a high rate of accidents and retirements.
# Ovals - 200-250 laps of slipstreaming action - this is where having a good strategy pays off.
Points
1st - 20
2nd - 16
3rd - 14
4th - 12
5th - 10
6th - 8
7th - 6
8th - 5
9th - 4
10th - 3
11th - 2
12th - 1
Additional points:
Pole - 1 point
Most Laps Led - 1 point
Fastest Laps - 1 point
Tyres
Unlike some of the other BATracer series, there are THREE different dry compounds to choose from with different durability and grip levels. As you shall see, some of these compounds are unsuitable at certain tracks, or for performing test laps with.
Stagger / Differential
This series has an additional setup parameter - "Stagger / Differential". Unlike the other parameters, no engineers advice is given. Stagger is used on ovals and essentially makes the car want to continually turn left more easily. Therefore, expect a mid to high setting on oval circuits, and a very low (or zero) value at all other venues.
Special Notes and Hints
Qualifying order for ovals is almost irrelevant. Instead, oval qualifying forms a special mini-competition to win the point for pole.
Pace cars (safety car) are very common in champcar, particularly on oval racing. Often the field will bunch up.
Of all the major single seater series champcar is highly competitive, full of lot's of overtaking and mishaps. Luck can play a big part, but successful drivers claim you make your own luck.
Getting consistent results rather than outright wins could secure a championship.
Unlike many of the other BATracer series, it is often not possible to obtain a 100% setup. The perfect setup may lie outside of the range of your sliders. The net result is that from one event to the next teams may have slight advantages / disadvantages over their competitors. If one or more of your sliders are set to their minimum or maximum values - your car may be under performing slightly. This effect is less common at ovals.
##### CREDITS FOR THIS CARSET #####
The update was done by Mariusz Pieczar (templates, shading, liveries and tracks) with help from Jef Beyens (liveries) and Shane Van Rooy (RGB-liveries).
Active CarsetsThe above carset is in the works. By contrast, the following carsets can be played NOW...!
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 Formula 3( More Info on Formula 3 )
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 GP2( More Info on GP Two )
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 F1 2009 inspired GP Manager Game( More Info on GP 2009 )
The GP 2009 Season, featuring the most radical shakeup in years. New rules, a new team and the new Abu Dhabi circuit add to the action.
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 2008 Indycar Series( More Info on 2008 Indycar Series )
The 2008 IndyCar season - the first season after reunification of the two North American open wheel series. Features large grids, close racing, multiple liveries per team and more.
 Champcar Championship v2.0( More Info on Champion Cars v2.0 )
This is an updated edition of the original carset, but with updated car and track graphics and a full complement of '95 liveries. Miami and Indianapolis are now also included! Based around the classic PC game Indycar Racing 2.
 GP 2005 Strategy Simulation( More Info on GP 2005 )
The 2005 GP season. A unique year in modern racing, where only one tyre is provided over the course of a race, and drivers must pick their race strategy before qualifying.
 GP 1999 Grand Prix Championship Season( More Info on Classic 99 )
The GP 1999 Season. A good competitive F1-style set of the old school. Single tyre supplier helps level the field all the more.
 F1 1997 Championship Game( More Info on Classic 97 )
This 24-car GP '97 set has a good spread of competitive cars both at the front - and at the rear with 4 teams squabbling over the wooden spoon. There are lots of upgrades throughout the season directed toward certain teams.
 F1 2008 F1 Manager Game( More Info on GP 2008 )
The GP 2008 Season, featuring 2008 car data, new teams and liveries, as well as the new Valencia and Singapore Street Circuits.
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A world tour of racing, in a series of wildly differing events. Road / Race classes offer 2 very different challenges for race strategy.
Unique Features: 2 classes and Variable race format.
 F1 2007 Racing Manager Game( More Info on GP 2007 )
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 Classic 1986 GP Manager Game( More Info on Classic 86 )
A classic 1986 Season, featuring long races without safety cars or refueling. High failure rates can be frustrating, hence:
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The highly competitive V8S championship inspired by V8 Supercars, featuring sprint, endurance and reverse grid racing.
Warning! This is a very long season, only join this game if you have the commitment to complete a full season.
 A1GP Grand Prix Manager Game( More Info on Formula Nations )
An A1GP-inspired championship, consisting of individual drivers driving for their nation. Unique features: A1GP-style race format, no teams, no excuses - identical cars! Warning - not for the inexperienced player, this can be a very frustrating series.
 Champion Cars( More Info on Champion Cars )
Based around the modern Indycar/CART period 1995-onwards. Unique Features: Choose chassis, engine and tyres. Team sizes from 1-3 cars! Fragile cars. Circuit and oval racing. Custom car painting!
 British Tourers( More Info on British Tourers )
Build your own touring car team. Touring and Production classes based on current and recent seasons.
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Unique Features: Split class championship.
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The GP 2002 Season. Classic points system.
Note: Old Batracer v2.x legacy series.
Unique Features: Fixed team setup as per real season. Challenging array of car setup options: for experienced players only.
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