RR3 Wiki:Tips and FAQ for Formula Future

The intention of this page is to keep tips and FAQ for Formula Future in one place, which will hopefully help people race this event.

Description
Formula Future is an event in Real Racing 3. It gives the players a chance to win the McLaren MP4-X. After version McLaren Overflow Update (v4.7) was updated. Formula Future starts November 6th.

The event comprises a wide range of cars, especially the McLaren MP4-X....##expand if required##

Stage 01
Tips about Formula Future Stage 01 (Ahmed's Escapade):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Follow methods to slow bots down

Goal 1.1: cup, Dubai Autodrome - Club Circuit 1 lap - Complete a lap - Recommended PR 130.3

Goal 1.2: cup, Dubai Autodrome - National Circuit - 3 laps - Lap Ahmed - Recommended PR 130.3

Racer KCain10r wrote:

Ahmed can be lapped AFTER the finish line and still get the green banner for the win. Another note: On service bars and upgrades. Upgrade before a race. If upgrading after a race, after the service bars are removed from the race wear, the service bars are removed a second time, after upgrades are purchased. A glitch that can be avoided, if upgrading in the middle of a stage. Upgrade before the race. UPDATE: I've seen this double service bar removal independent of what is done with upgrades. It might be something related to restoring from backup? I'm unsure at this time. Goal 1.3: cup, Dubai Autodrome - International Circuit - 1 lap - Finish lap under 1:11 no off-track for more than 2 seconds - Recommended PR 130.3

Racer KCain10r wrote:

This may be a difficult goal, until you find good, late brake points. Also, there are many more 'no-lift' corners with this grip on this car. The new no-lift corners shave a lot of time off!

RR3 Michael P wrote: Endurance events and Elimination events are particularly good to slow the bot's down for future events, next best are Drag Race events, Autocross events and Speed Snap events, see methods to slow bots down.


 *  Reports 

RR3 Michael P Report - Stage 1

Device: NOX PC Emulator for Android (my 2nd device)

Pre-challenge: R$32,054,489 — 1,608 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

Car: McLaren MP4-X PR130.3 0/28, bought 7 x level 1 R$ upgrades.

Controls: Buttons, Steering high, Brakes high and TC off, Steering Sensitivity 1. Online

Level 242, I currently run the WTTT, on my top device, I am regularly in group B.


 * 1.1 1st 1:19.8, just run a lap, against no other bots, I set a slow one, used 2 bar of damage
 * 1.2 1st 2:29 v Ahmed, lap Ahmed, officially a cup, but actually it’s a H2H. Instant greed flag as soon as Ahmed is passed, I managed ~1500 yds after lap 1, ~3000 after lap 2, and caught Ahmed ½ way around lap 3, used 10 bar of damage
 * 1.3 Finish this test lap within 1:11 without going off-track for more than 2 seconds
 * 1:15.5 failed, will need to service and try in 4 hours (no ads on NOX) that will teach me not to cloud save after each event.
 * 1) Service and upgrades are now complete: Car: McLaren MP4-X PR134.2 7/28, 1111111, bought 1 x level 2 Body R$ upgrade, which will take 1 Day, and 5 x  level 2 upgrades (except T&W) and subsequent level 3 R$ upgrades, 100+90+85+80+65 = 420, Level 3 upgrades will take 1 Day 12 Hours. Car: McLaren MP4-X PR 136.7 12/28, 2212221. 12/28,
 * 2) 1st 1:11.1 OMG I braked too much by the line :(, used 4 bar of damage, restored.
 * 3) 1st 1:10.1, it took a few more attempts, used 4 bar of damage.

Reward 10

Post-challenge: R$29,321,062 — 1,204 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

Credit: RR3 Michael P, Racer KCain10r, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

Stage 02
Tips about Formula Future Stage 02 (New Parts Plan):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

Goal 2.1: Cup, Dubai Autodrome National Circuit - 2 laps - Keep engine from overheating and beat Ahmed. - Recommended PR 130.8

Racer KCain10r wrote: 

I use Chase View and it is difficult, unless one is at full speed, to see the heat indicator! Rolling start at the "S" chicanes made it difficult... anyway, failed the first one, but when attempting the second time, cutting a corner at the "S" chicane a couple of times and shortening the brake points, this goal was completed with no upgrades. Tilt B, no assists, sensitivity 10.

Goal 2.2: Hunter, Dubai Autodrome - International Circuit - Win this event (before overheating) - Recommended PR 131.2

Goal 2.3: Cup, Dubai Autodrome -International Circuit - 3 laps - Win this event with an average lap of 144 mph (231 kph) on any lap - Recommended PR 131.7

Racer KCain10r wrote: 

If you race this under PR, to get the average speed, race the whole three laps flat out. No sand-bagging. I guess bot slowing may happen sometime or another, but not so far in this Event!


 *  Reports 

RR3 Michael P Report Stage 2

Device: NOX PC Emulator for Android (my 2nd device)

Pre-challenge: R$29,321,062 — 1,204 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

Car: McLaren MP4-X PR 136.7 2212221. 12/28 (Six R$ upgrades in R&D)

Controls: Buttons, Steering high, Brakes low and TC off, Steering Sensitivity 1. Online


 * 2.1 1st 1:24.8 v 1:25.4 Ahmed (driving the Ferrari 375 F1), my controls (buttons) are not good for overheating events, I had to switch to wheel B in the braking zones, then back to buttons to accelerate again, it took a few attempts (15 min) to win thin, again it’s classed as a Cup but is actually a H2H vs Ahmed, used 5 bar of damage.
 * 2.2 1st +107 yd v +72 yd Ahmed, again struggled with the overheating switching between buttons and wheel B is a pain, after a few failed attempts, the switching points were in place, and in the end I was waiting by the last turn, used 5 bar of damage, 10 green remaining.
 * 2.3 1st v Ahmed, managed it on the second attempt, I just had to keep it on track :) used 10 bar of damage, 0 remaining, serviced.

Reward R$20,000 & 10

Post-challenge: R$29,367,745 — 1,214 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242.

Credit: RR3 Michael P, Racer KCain10r, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

Stage 03
Tips about Formula Future Stage 03 (Contact in Germany):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

Goal 3.1: Elimination at Hockenheimring - National - Win this event (Rolling Start and Vs Lotus Type 125's) - Recommended PR 132.2

Racer KCain10r wrote:  The 125's are spaced so far apart, it forces the driver to push the capabilities of the MP4-X. Goal completed with 2 PR MORE than recommended. Upgrades were applied earlier in the event to complete them in time for future goals.

Goal 3.2: Cup at Hockenheimring - Grand Prix Circuit - Win this event within 1:15 without going off-track for more than 3 seconds - Recommended PR 132.8

Racer KCain10r wrote:  The attempt that ended up completing the goal, this driver used a 125 to brake for the first turn, no-lifting, but with no competitors, that turn is a quick brake. Braking for the long straight into the hairpin, this racer used a point after the wide flag and between the next shorter flag and the firetruck. Failing this a few times, it was learned to brake for shorter times, later in the turn.

Goal 3.3: Speed Snap at Hockenheimring - Short - Skid 4 times and win this event - Recommended PR 133.3

Racer KCain10r wrote:  The racer can get the skids needed, then return to NEAR the start line to get the speed for the snap.

Goal 3.4: Head To Head at Hockenheimring - National [2 laps] - Vs Ferrari F14 T's hit 207 mph (334 kph) 2 times without going off-track - Recommended PR 134.0

Racer KCain10r wrote:  The speed can be attained from the starting line to turn 2 -- just don't lift at turn 1, stay on track and don't touch the opponent. The second time around turn 1, lift and tap the brake, just a quick moment, to stay on track. The back straight is a place to get the speed, too. Crashing the barrier doesn't off-track you, if you turn some toward the middle of the barrier. Best to not damage the front on the first barrier crash, to keep the top speed intact. I saw SiCK RacerR get the speed without crashing! (YouTube)


 *  Reports 

RR3 Michael P Report Stage 3

Device: NOX PC Emulator for Android (my 2nd device)

Pre-challenge: R$29,368,910 — 1,214 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

Car: McLaren MP4-X PR136.7 12/28 Six R$ upgrades still in R&D.

Controls: Buttons, Steering high, Brakes low and TC off, Steering Sensitivity 1. Online


 * 3.1 1st 1:v Smith, Elimination with a rolling start, I had one off at the start and was every tight at the end, used 7 bar of damage
 * 3.2 1st 1:14.2 v 1:27.4 Demopoulos, big cut of turn one and I was in the lead by turn 2, braked by the line to set a slower lap, this took about 5 attempts, between stupidly trying to slow the bots, tangling with bots and random spearing off track, to the left, this was annoying, used 5 bar of damage, 12 green remaining.
 * 3.3 1st 170.91 MPH v 165.46 Smith, I did 4 donuts at the start then went for the speed snap, used 1 bar of damage, serviced, for more after work.
 * Car: McLaren MP4-X PR 137.3 13/28 2222221, Body upgrade has completed, 5 x R$ upgrades still in R&D.
 * 3.4 2:35.6 v 2:35.9 Raphael (driving the Ferrari F14 T), passed Raphael into turn 2, being careful not to go off track, then I reached 207 down the brack straight, took my time around the rest of the track, and held up Raphael, reached 207 down the back straight again, then held up the bot again,used 6 bar of damage, serviced ready for tomorrow.

Reward 15

Post-challenge: R$29,392,111 — 1,229 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

RadarBob wrote:  Stage 3 Report: Upgrades: 3323332. PR 140.6 - Tilt A, SA high, BA off, TC off

1. National Circuit: Elimination - no special rules, just win the event against 5 Lotus opponents. (Sorry, forgot to look at the PR recommendations) Race horse start... you begin just after Mobil 1 Kurve. Had to restart as I went off track at Nordkurve on the first run. Hint: the second banner (one after the big overhead banner) AFTER Nordkurve is a good brake point. Race was straightforward - used about 1/2 of what I normally do for brake points. When unsure of exactly where to brake, I found it useful to tap the brakes rapidly until I visually confirmed I was at a good approach speed. As far as the race itself, with the spacing of the Lotus on the course it is pretty imperative you have no off track excursions... if you just stay on track and drive - shouldn't be too much an issue to win. Race is over quickly - don't be shocked (like I was lol). Opinion: the opponents were easily overtaken... I would not think there is a need to spend GC on engine upgrades to win here.

2. Grand Prix Circuit: Finish this (16 Lotus competitors) cup race in under 1:15 with no more then 3 seconds off track. Recommended PR 132.8... this one took a few tries (6 total). Either off track, crashed, or misjudged the  brake point. What I found most critical is you need a clean pass on the front stretch at the beginning, taking the lead by the turn after Nordkurve. Other then that, just drive your heart out. Win on 6th attempt at 1:13:890. Opinion: cloud save your 1st stage win & good luck!

3. Short Circuit: Goal seemed simple... Skid 4 times and win this Speed Snap event. Recommended PR 133.3... my target - 165.4 mph - should be easy right? It was too easy... had to restore when on my first run I hit 189.497 (don't want the bots to get too fast). Restored, second run was better at  173.64 mph (thing moves out - hard to hit it just right and not be too fast). Guess I could restore again, but that's close enough for me. Anyway... just do the 4 skids at the start - easy with no brake assist, t/c off. Happy winning :-)

4. National Circuit: Hit a target speed of 207mph two times without going off track. Head to head with F14T - 2 lap event. I took the option of hitting the target speed twice on the first lap and cruise to the win. You can easily reach the target speed (with similar upgrades) on the straight after Nordkurve  and the again on the very next straight. You'll have to give the F14 a little love tap at Nordkurve as you both get there at the same time... just make sure only 2 tires go over the edge of the rumble strip or you'll be off track. Also, I swear on a stack of bibles that I hit 207 once & didn't register (restarted that run), so there may be a little weirdness in the conversion from mph to kph. Regardless, not too bad of a race to win. :-)

Reward: 15 GC - no servicing required this stage

Credit: RR3 Michael P, Racer KCain10r, RadarBob, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

Stage 04
Tips about Formula Future Stage 04 (Practice at Leipzig):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

Goal 4.1: #Event, Porsche Test Track - & laps# - Be lower than 2nd place at the beginning of lap 2 and then win by 300 yd (274 m) - Recommended PR 134.3

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 4.2: #Event, Porsche Test Track - & laps# - Win without the map whilst tailgating within 22 yd (20 m) for 15 seconds - Recommended PR 134.7

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 4.3: #Event, Porsche Test Track - & laps# - Win with an average speed of 125 mph (200 kph), whilst not going over 190 mph (305 kph) on the final lap - Recommended PR 135.1

Racer KCain10r wrote:  I found two points on the track where the max speed might be exceeded. Just after the Start/Finish and the longest straight on the back side. Straight-forward race.

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 4.4: #Event, Porsche Test Track - & laps# - Win this event without running out of fuel - Recommended PR 135.5


 *  Reports 

RR3 Michael P Report Stage 4

Device: NOX PC Emulator for Android (my 2nd device)

Pre-challenge: R$29,392,111 — 1,237 — 165/167 Cars — Level 242

Car: McLaren MP4-X PR139.9 18/28 3323331

Controls: Buttons, Steering high, Brakes low and TC off, Steering Sensitivity 1. Online


 * 4.1 1st 2:01.1 v 2:11.0 Tan, messed up the first attempt, I didn’t pay attention to the goal and held up the bots, so wasn’t 300 yds at the line, the 2nd attempt I held up the bots on the first lap, on the 2nd lap, over the hill and first chicane, then let her lose, I was just over 300 yds at the line, used 6 bar of damage


 * 4.2 1st +196 yd v +174yd Tan, easily caught the Nissan in the bus stop chicane, I had to change to bonnet view to see the 15 second counter, in chase view it was off the bottom of the screen, once at 15 I passed and then braked by the line, used 3 bar of damage


 * 4.3 1st Time v Bot time,, 1st attempt I was speared left at the start line, 2nd attempt I was speared right just as I was approaching the finish line, failed :( used 12 bar of damage, serviced, will try again after work.

RadarBob wrote:  Bot management used - winning by small margins
 * Stage 4 Report: Upgrades: 3323332. PR 140.6 - Tilt A, SA high, BA off, TC off

Porsche Test Track – skips 30 GC

1) On-road Circuit (Short) : Win this 2 lap Cup event, being lower than 2nd place at the beginning of lap 2 and then winning by 300 yards (274 m) . Recommended PR 134.3 - 2 lap cup race against 11 Lotus. Easy race as your car really outperforms these Lotus. The only real tip here is to hang back about 30 to 40 yards behind the 2nd place Lotus as you approach the finish line… he’ll brake a lot earlier then you’ll want to – so leave some room or you’ll shoot right by passing the finish & start of lap 2 (yes, I had to force close at this point on the 1st run – made it on the 2nd). Slowed on the front stretch for bot management, finishing at +337 yards. Also, I used young Eric for servicing… 0 bars damage.

Note: You’ll need Eric for this or the third event if you’d like to complete without servicing. However, you may be able to get by without servicing on the last event, as I know I would have been able to (see below).

2) On-road Circuit (Short): Win this Hunter event without the map whilst tailgating within 22 yards (20 m) for 15 seconds. Recommended PR 134.7 – No tricks on this one… straight forward Hunter event. My target: Tan +125 yards. Once you get behind him it’s easy to pace him just modulating the brakes. After 15 seconds, hit the gas and go. I had to slow on the front stretch or I would have easily been 500+ yards ahead. Another easy victory :-) 2 bars damage.

3) On-road Circuit (Long): Win this 2 lap event with an average speed of 125 mph (200 kph), whilst not going over 190 mph (305 kph) on the final lap. Recommended PR 135.1 – Thought I’d just see what I run on the 1st lap average and take it from there.  Even with a 2+ second off track excursion (was pushing too hard and “just missed” my brake point on the 1st hairpin) 1st lap average was 124mph. Decided to stay in it as see what happens. Obviously you have to monitor the speed on the final lap as there are 2 to 3 straights you could get up to 190, so watch it! I backed out when I hit 183 to 185. On the home stretch gauge on top was green at 125 (saw it at 127 before the bus stop… so I knew I’d be close to target). Slowed to 135 on the home stretch and coasted to another easy win. 10 bars damage.

4) Dynamic Circuit: Win this Endurance event without running out of fuel. Recommended PR 135.5 – Ohhh Tilt B (gotta coast when you can – well, in theory at least…. Read on). This was surprising experience, and for the good. When you lift, the car decelerates like you’re applying ½ brakes, very VERY useful. May keep this in mind for future events. My target: Santos 5.8 miles. Guys, now this one was way too easy…. Stopped just ahead of Santos with 60+ seconds on the clock, and 1.71 gallons of fuel remaining. Easiest win of the night… Time to service. Note: If you get a low target like me, you should be able to make this run unserviced.

Note: Was unable to do assist evaluations due to time constraints. However, I had an easy time of things today, and I have a strong feeling that no matter the assists used you’ll get the win. 4.3 may take a few tries, but I think you’ll get another win without frustration.

Credit: RR3 Michael P, Racer KCain10r, RadarBob ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

<font color="#ffff00">Stage 05
Tips about Formula Future Stage 05 (Brain Connection):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 5.1: #Event, Hockenheimring - ? & laps# - Skid at least 5 times and finish within 48 seconds - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 5.2: #Event, Hockenheimring - ? & laps# - Win with a lead of at least 722 yd (660 m)... - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 5.3: Time Trial at Hockenheimring - ? & laps# - Finish within 39 seconds reaching a top speed of 200 mph (322 kph) - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 5.4: Elimination at Hockenheimring - ? - Opponents are spaced out more with 30 second intervals between Eliminations. You MUST win this! - Recommended PR??.?

RR3 Michael P wrote: Endurance events and Elimination events are particularly good to slow the bot's down for future events, next best are Drag Race events, Autocross events and Speed Snap events, see methods to slow bots down.


 *  Reports 

Credit: RR3 Michael P, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

<font color="#ffff00">Stage 06
Tips about Formula Future Stage 06 (A Rival Appears):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 6.1: #Event, Silverstone - ? & laps# - Set the fastest lap and finish at least 2nd place - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 6.2: Speed Snap at Silverstone - ? & laps# - Win this event within 15 seconds - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 6.3: #Event, Silverstone - ? & laps# - Win with an average speed of 165 mph (264 kph) - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 6.4: #Event, Silverstone - ? & laps# - Knock Magnus off the road without going off-track yourself, and then win - Recommended PR??.?

RR3 Michael P wrote: Endurance events and Elimination events are particularly good to slow the bot's down for future events, next best are Drag Race events, Autocross events and Speed Snap events, see methods to slow bots down.


 *  Reports 

Credit: RR3 Michael P, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

<font color="#ffff00">Stage 07
Tips about Formula Future Stage 07 (Safer Driving):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 7.1: #Event, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps & laps# - Win whilst avoiding damaging 2 opponents body parts - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 7.2: #Event, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps & laps# - Win this event without damaging your car or going off-track for more than 1 second - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 7.3: #Event at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps & laps# - Allow your opponent 15 overtakes on you before reaching 1st place to win - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 7.4: Autocross at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps - Win with an average speed of 119 mph (190 kph) - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 7.5: Endurance at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps - Win with a distance greater than 8.5 miles (13.7 km) without damaging your car or running out of fuel - Recommended PR??.?

RR3 Michael P wrote: Endurance events and Elimination events are particularly good to slow the bot's down for future events, next best are Drag Race events, Autocross events and Speed Snap events, see methods to slow bots down.

<font color="#ffff00">Stage 08
Tips about Formula Future Stage 08 (Rivals Do Battle):


 *  Tips 

RR3 Michael P wrote: Continue to follow methods to slow bots down

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 8.1: #Event, Silverstone & laps# - Keep under 10 mph (17 kph) for 10 seconds then win without going off-track for more than 2 seconds - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 8.2: #Event, Silverstone & laps# - Keep an eye on tyre wear while winning this event - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 8.3: Speed Record at Silverstone & laps# - Keep an eye on tyre wear, and win without going off-track - Recommended PR??.?

RR3'tyoloo posted a link to Wooden Pig Zzz video:

FYI: 8.3 is no walk in the park either if you have 1321111 worth of upgrades, the player has to run in reverse direction to win the speed record @ Silverstone. His speed was 388.88kph vs Magnus' 388.73.

http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMTgwODU5NTY0MA==.html

Replay is from 1:00 to 1:30 for those who is interested.

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 8.4: #Event, Silverstone & laps# - Warm up tyres, do not go off-track - Recommended PR??.?

<font color="#00ff00">Goal 8.6: Head To Head at Silverstone & laps# - Give Magnus a 10 second head start, or overtake him at least 15 times before you win - Recommended PR??.?

RR3 Michael P wrote: Endurance events and Elimination events are particularly good to slow the bot's down for future events, next best are Drag Race events, Autocross events and Speed Snap events, see methods to slow bots down.
 *  Reports 

Credit: RR3 Michael P, RR3'tyoloo, Wooden Pig Zzz, ... and everyone else who have posted comments.

<font color="#f08080">Start / End Strategy
The player has 8 days to complete the 8 stages, the event is 8 days x 24 hours. The first stage will start the time the player starts it, the last stage will end 8 x 24 hours later. As stage 01 is normally straight forward and can be completed without an upgrade or service, it can be started late in the day, it doesn't matter if stage 01 isn't completed the first day, it can continued the following day. Stage 02, will automatically unlock at midnight, but can only be raced once stage 01 is complete. Stage 03 will unlock at midnight the following day, and so on up to stage 8, in total there will be 8 x 24 hours = 192 hours to complete all stages.

For example:

Start Saturday @ 7:30 PM the event will end 8 days x 24 hours later, Sunday @ 7:30 PM,

You need to choose the best time for you to start Formula Future event, or more importantly when is the best time for you to end the event!

RR3 Michael P wrote (pre-race tip): I wouldn't recommend starting the event on the first day, Sunday November 6th, as many racers, who start as soon as the event opens, complain about bugs, which FM then fix! Instead leave the start a day or two and let other people do the bug testing. Also the tips and details can be filled in by the early adopters, so starting a day or two later gives a better heads up.

Ideally, for racers who are busy Monday to Friday and have the weekend free, the best day and time to start is as late as possible Saturday, as long as it's before midnight, meaning stage 8 of the event can be completed over two days, the following Saturday and Sunday. Unfortunately there is a short time to start this event, it is only open, to start, for 8 days, as the next event is expected November 22nd. Once started the event can be run, even if it's closed to new racers.

<font color="#f08080">Cloud Save / Restore
It is important to cloud save before every race, for full details see RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#ffff00">Strategy

 * Strategy - Including why gold is precious.

<font color="#ffff00">Time Shifted Multiplayer (TSM)

 * Time Shifted Multiplayer - TSM algorithm and AI, whys it's important to win by small margins and how to slow bots down

<font color="#ffff00">List of Offline Bots Names
See RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#ffff00">List of Formula Future Bots Names
This event has a different set of offline bots, that are also common to No Compromise, Light-Rider and Jaguar Legacy: XJ220:

<font color="#ffff00">Methods to slow bots down
See RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#ffff00">How can I service the car when I already finished the day?
If the final car service is missed, after the final event on the day, the soonest it can service is at midnight (local time), when the next stage opens.

<font color="#ffff00">The Target is too High, How do I Reduce it?
See RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#ffff00">The Game / Le Mans Keeps crashing
See RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#ffff00">When is the last time I can start this Event?
The exact date is unknown, normally 1 - 2 weeks.

The way FM display the date isn't very clear, they use a rounding factor. The days and hours remaining, to start, is changing at mid day or on the half hour. The closing date and time displayed is a cautious closing date and time. Keep an eye out for adverts to start the event and watch for a countdown to start. Once started the event can be run, even if it's closed to new racers.

<font color="#ffff00">Will this event be added to the race career?
FM went though a spell of adding special events to the racing career, the last time a special event was added was September 2015 v3.6, NASCAR Academy was added directly to the NASCAR career, without previously being released as a Time Limited Event (TLE). Previous to that was April 2015 v3.3, with Redline: Origins and MotorFiesta 1. It is therefore unlikely this event will be added to the racing career.

<font color="#ffff00">Will the car be available to win in the future?
The McLaren MP4-X is available to win if the challenge is completed in 8 days, after November 14th the McLaren MP4-X can be purchased.

<font color="#ffff00">Can I buy the car?
The McLaren MP4-X is available in the Cutting Edge bonus series part of the Legend category. This vehicle was added in the McLaren Overflow Update (v4.7) released in November 2016 and is unlocked as soon as Cutting Edge is unlocked or by completing the Formula Future special event.

This vehicle can be acquired for 1,200.

<font color="#ffff00">What is the minimum PR / upgrades required
RR3 Michael P wrote (pre-race): Since Generations, if the players car is far below the recommended PR level the bots run impossible times. Once the car is upgraded the bots return to normal times. Slowing the bots works, only when the PR requirements are close. Some goals have fixed top bots. Possible upgrade strategies:

Wooden Pig Zzz managed to complete with 10 upgrades, posting on a Chinese forum, which RR3'tyoloo kindly translated: To get past 8.3, he upgraded to 1321111 spending 90 gold.

For 8.4, he found Magnus incredibly fast and tried upgrading to 6321111 and despite getting near to him, he could not win the race. This might be the gold trap and decided to skip for 70 gold.

Conclusion:

For experienced drivers, 2 ways to win the car.

1. Upgrade to 1321111 and skip 8.4. Overall, net loss of 20 gold.

2. Skip 8.3 and 8.4 for 140 gold. Even cost overall.

For new drivers, they are answered by the Fandom User directly below Sirebel's.

Basically, he didn't try to pass 8.4 by upgrading and just skip it entirely.

<font color="#ffff00">How much do the upgrades cost?
For car details see here:
 * McLaren MP4-X

For full details on upgrades with PR see here:
 * RR3 Wiki:Upgrades Section McLaren - Direct link to the McLaren MP4-X project page with PR.

<font color="#f08080">Useful Pages
See RR3 Wiki:Real Racing 3 Tips and FAQ

<font color="#f08080">Benefit
Calculated benefits of the event:

(Can be calculated from the figures before starting day and figures after completion of the special challenge)

<font color="#f08080">Credit and Thanks
Many of the tips and FAQ have been combined from posts left by this RR3 wiki community, a big credit needs to go to this excellent community. Also, thank you, to everyone who have left comments and tips, for this challenge.

<font color="#f08080">Comments and Tips
If you have any tips, please either edit the relevant section of this page and add them yourself or leave comments on the Formula Future Comments and an editor will add them later.

Please post your comments and tips, any information you feel maybe useful, such as:
 * What stage and event you are leaving a tip for, this can be shortened e.g. Tip for 1.3 is for stage 01 event 3
 * What problems you had and how to overcome the problems?
 * e.g. Can corners be cut?
 * Can an event be run with a broken car?
 * If so with what PR/upgrade?
 * What controls Tilt A / B ?
 * What assists - brakes high / low /off ? TC on / off?
 * Basically any tips that maybe useful to other racers.
 * If you are anonymous feel free to sign a name or handle.

One of the editors will summarise them and add them to the relevant event, if there is anything missing please post a comment or tip to Formula Future Comments and let us know ;-)