What happened
EA published the content breakdown before the update and free-play window.
The Steam trial began September 10 at 17:00 UTC; Xbox access uses a separate stated window.
The practical change: Confirm version 1.25 and the livery release date before diagnosing a missing car design.
What is confirmed
- The update adds the 2026 Formula 2 season.
- A sports update refreshes the current season presentation.
- Seven liveries arrive in dated waves on September 9, September 11 and September 16, with availability through October 14.
- Free-weekend progress carries into a purchased copy.
What this means for players
Players should not expect every livery on the first update day.
The trial provides a bounded way to test the updated edition without implying permanent ownership.
What is still unconfirmed
EA does not guarantee identical trial timing across every platform or that later patches will preserve all current handling values.
What to do next
- 01Check version 1.25.
- 02Match the desired livery to its listed date.
- 03Verify the platform trial timer before starting.
