Automobilista 2 v1.6.9.95 is live, adding the free Panoz Esperante GTR-1 to GT1, new AI Traction and Brake Skill Scalars, crafted AI dry/wet lines, and further V1.7 physics work. Those with issues or an imminent league race can stay on v1.6.9.91 via the previousbuild branch: right-click Automobilista 2 > Properties > Betas > previousbuild.

The AI Traction Skill and AI Brake Skill Scalars trim AI performance in traction and braking zones; main AI Skill still primarily defines pace. Default is 1.0. A late braker might run higher Brake Skill and lower Traction Skill so AI brake later and accelerate slower out. They are not very sensitive; larger adjustments may be needed. Very high or inversely proportionate scalars to main AI Skill are not recommended and may increase AI incidents.

Crafted alternative dry and/or wet AI paths cover: Barcelona 1991/1999/2001/GP Modern/National; Bathurst Modern; Brands Hatch GP/Indy; Daytona Road Course; Gateway Oval; Fontana Oval; Hockenheim GP Modern/2001; Hungaroring; Indianapolis 2001 Oval/Oval; Imola 1972/1988/2001/2005/Modern; Interlagos 1976/1991/1993/GP/SCB; Jacarepagua 1988/Oval; Kansai GP; Kyalami 1976/Modern; Laguna Seca; Le Mans 2005/2023/Bugatti; Monza 2005/Modern; Montreal Modern; Nurburgring GP 2020/2025; Pocono Oval; Road Atlanta 2005/Modern; Sebring; Silverstone Modern; Spa-Francorchamps 1993/2005/2005 EC/2020/2022; Spielberg GP 2001/Modern; Watkins Glen GP/Short Chicane. Alternative dry paths combine with the primary path for viable dry lines without traffic; wet paths define the ideal line when fully wet. Crafted paths are more organic than self-generated ones on unlisted tracks. Dry-line logic remains in development, with little enabled this release for reliability; most value is expected with AMS2 v1.7 later this year. Wet-line logic is more elaborate, so dry-wet-dry races are a better current reference. Wet lines now work in Multiplayer.

Most classes have full V1.7 physics revisions or are at a very advanced state. Exceptions (partial/not revised): GT Classics; TC Vintages (Tier 1 & 2); TSI Cup; Caterham 620R; Caterham Academy; Karting classes; Rallycross; Opala 1979 Stock Cars; Opala 1986 Stock Cars; Opala Old Stock; Omega 1999 Stock Car; Super Trophy Truck; Copa Truck. Further V1.7 tire tread and aero adjustments arrive for previously revised classes; hybrid batteries no longer recharge when the engine is off.

Qualifying rules are configurable for single race and Multiplayer without presets; 'Same Class' private qualifying is available in all modes. Pre-event screen adds Parc Ferme and Qualifying Session Rules blocks plus a HUD reminder for the last legal qualifying lap. Fixed Live Track Preset help text (default Medium, not Green), missing Velopark STT UI string, and McLaren MP4/12 Low Downforce default model name. Maserati Trofeo 2005 added to the 'GT & Touring' class filter. Improved CPU performance in weather-slot transitions; fixed Instant Replay live track state and Multiplayer CTDs.

AI: new track-edge logic improves boundary accuracy; distinct primary lines by class; improved drafting and longer-straight draft scalars; fixed AI not drafting the player after a rolling start with manual gears; reduced inside-lane hesitation and improved corner entry away from the fastline; longer blue-flag mode after letting a car pass in Race/Qualy/Practice; slightly faster AI in alternate garage extension paths; prevented drafting too close to a corner; fixed wet-distance miscalculation when the player is on a drier part; further dry/wet calibration for V1.7-revised classes, including ovals.

Tracks: Road Atlanta 2005 fixed a tire wall with a flipped physical barrier near the Esses; Silverstone 2001 fixed timed laps being incorrectly invalidated near the pit exit; Bathurst Modern and Snetterton 300 TV camera triggering fixes.

Vehicles: LMP1 2005 wet-tyre CTD fixed; McLaren MP4/12 missing intermediate compound; Dallara SP1 rear damage models; Lister Storm GTM driver animations; Audi R8 LMP mirrored LODB/LODC right-side paint mapping; mirrored driver head leaning in various vehicles; Aston Martin Vantage GTE red bonnet bug with livery overrides; Lola B0540 LMP2 unused second display page removed; TVR T400R GT2 mesh fixes, detail, headlights, interior shadow casting.

Audio: fixed suspension sounds after garage return in some vehicles; Ligier JS P4 starting sound loop; Porsche 911 991 Cup spectated-car mute in monitor; BMW M3 Group A chase-cam sound silent from front; F-V10 Gen1 replay onboard parameters; safety car sounds disabled when parked.