After having travelled the East and West of the United States during Season 3, the US Speed Tour is making a comeback in Season 8! This Season is bringing brand new events, new vehicles, a whole new playground, and more vanity items than you could shake a checkered flag at. Strap in for the Patch Notes breakdown!
For a more detailed breakdown of the content released with The Crew 2 Season 8 Episode 1: USST Cities, please refer to the Content Overview.
Thanks to your feedback, we have worked to improve the consistency of the handling of vehicles in the same category. Since Season 5 with the Rallycross category, but also during the following Seasons on the Touring Car category. With Season 8, we are happy to announce that we are bringing a new milestone by rolling out handling improvements for all the vehicles in the Touring Car and Alpha GP categories that have not been updated until now.
You will find below a list of the Touring Cars and AGP vehicles that are affected by this latest handling update.
Porsche Carrera RSR Turbo Pulse Performance Ed. (1974)
Proto HuP One (1930)
Renault R.S.01 (2016)
Saleen S7R (2000)
Shelby GT500 (1967)
Alpha GP
Creators YasidDESIGN X American Petrol (2021)
Proto Alpha Mark II (2018)
Proto Alpha Mark X (2020)
Red Bull RB13 (2017)
Red Bull RB14 Disruption Edition (2018)
DETAILED PATCH NOTES
Patch Size per platform
PC: approx. 32 GB.
PlayStation: approx. 31 GB.
Xbox: approx. 33 GB.
Ubisoft Connect/Steam: 33.1 GB.
Patch sizes may vary based on your game version.
General
Highlights
[Added] A new playground is available: the Motorflix Arena located on Michigan Lake.
Features
Season Events
[Added] US Speed Tour is back with 13 new original events:
8 new during Episode 1 and as many in an Endurance version.
5 new during Episode 2 and as many in an Endurance version.
[Fixed] The steps in Story mode are no longer getting reset when unlocking a new fame status.
[Fixed] A graphical distortion will no longer appear on screen while playing any chase event. [Fixed] Black and white text will no longer appear for a split second after entering the SAS gate for a few Hovercraft events.
LIVE Summit
[Added] 16 LIVE Summits including 8 Premium LIVE Summits:
4 new Premium LIVE Summits
4 returning Premium LIVE Summits
Motorpass
[Fixed] The extra space that was present for unlocked tiers 10, 15 and 20 when in French language has been removed.
World
[Fixed] Street lamp on the side of the road used in the Holiday Special event is no longer levitating.
[Fixed] Surface is no longer slightly levitating in the Lucky Guy 9 story on Step 3.
[Fixed] The music is no longer ending abruptly in one of New York’s Street.
Missions
[Fixed] Truck tires are now grounded and displaying correctly at 83% progression in Season 7’s 'The Aftermath' event.
[Fixed] FPS no longer drops to minimum 32 fps at 98% progression in Season 7’s ‘The Final Call’ street race event.
Vanity Items
[Added] 84 new vanity items, 58 of those items are available in the Motorpass. These latest items will be released throughout the Season in the shop, as LIVE Summit rewards, or in the Motorpass.
10 Horns
12 Nitros
10 Outfits
3 Rooftops
10 Smokes
25 Tires
10 Underglows
4 Window tints
[Fixed] When equipping the Green Fury Tire, the wheelbase now has the correct offset dimensions, ensuring a fair competition for all.
[Fixed] Some rooftop vanities will now be centred and not overlap when being applied to vehicles.
[Fixed] Animation fixed when applying the Blue Cloud Tint.
[Fixed] The Tempesta Underglow positioning has been fixed on powerboats and bikes.
[Fixed] The No Rules Underglow is now being properly displayed in free drive after applying it to any vehicle.
[Fixed] The thumbnail is now matching with the applied Colored Ribbon Smoke.
Vehicles
New Vehicles
[Added] 23 New vehicles
[Fixed] The Chevrolet Corvette C6R (2005) – Touring Car no longer has nitro flames coming from the back.
[Fixed] The Lamborghini Countach LP 5000 Quattrovalvole (1985) – Street Race now has the correct Rear Wheel Drive.
[Fixed] The Bugatti EB 110 (1992) – Hypercar no longer has super suspension clips after upgrading the performance parts.
3C/Handling
[Improved] The Porsche 911 Carrera RSR Turbo (1974) – Touring Car handling has been tweaked.
[Improved] The McLaren 765LT (2020) – Hypercar performance has been improved.
[Improved] The Porsche 928 S4 (1991) – Street Race performance has been improved.
[Fixed] The 918 Spyder Silvery Edition (2015) – Hypercar no longer has a lower top speed than the one displayed (without any performance parts).
[Fixed] The Pontiac Firebird (1977) – Street Race cockpit camera in reverse view has been adjusted.
[Fixed] The speedometer of the Saleen S1 Icebreaker Edition (2020) – Street Race no longer burns on the screen for a second after exiting HQ.
[Fixed] The speedometer of the Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 (2021) – Hypercar is now displaying data properly in cockpit view.
[Fixed] The camera no longer clips with the door while changing the interior colour for the Shelby GT 500 (1967) – Street Race and Drift edition.
[Fixed] The collision sound effect is no longer missing on several AGP vehicle wheels.
[Fixed] The visual effect of the disc brakes getting warm after slamming the brakes hard is no longer missing on the McLaren P1™ Gold Line Edition (2013) – Hypercar and the Creators Tempesta.
[Fixed] The Speedometer of the Porsche Cayman GT4 Carbon Edition (2016) – Street Race is no longer burning on the screen for a second after exiting the HQ.
[Fixed] The dashboard of the BMW M8 Performance Edition (2019) – Street Race no longer burns on the screen for a second after exiting the HQ.
[Fixed] The BMW M8 Performance Edition (2019) – Street Race height will no longer raise abnormally upon fully upgrading the suspension.
Audio
[Fixed] The engine sound no longer breaks down on specific sound configurations.
Difficulty
Some difficulty modifications based on the improvement of the handling on Touring Car and Alpha GP vehicles categories.
Known Issues Below you will find a list of some of the current known issues.
Dashboards flash on the screen for a short time when being reloaded in-game.
“PSST Horn” is not correctly translated in Traditional Chinese language and debug text is present instead of the vanity name.
The wrong text is displayed for Season 8 Episode 2 events, displaying ‘Time Attack’ when races are against AIs.
The Season 8 Episode 2 events in their Endurance versions have the wrong short transition video with no sound.
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This Week in TC2 - March 14
Gearheads,
It's another week in Motornation! Let's dive into what's in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT - SHAMROCK CELEBRATION (MARCH 15 - MARCH 21)
All the lights are green, and you need won't the luck of the Irish to reach first place during this LIVE Summit! Get ready for a Shamrock Celebration to kick off the start of Season 8 Episode 1: USST!
PLATINUM - LUCKY CLOVER TIRE GOLD - KAWASAKI KX450F (2015) – RALLY RAID SILVER - LEGENDARY SR PERF PARTS (GOLDFINDER + LUCKY) BRONZE - 150K FOLLOWERS You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Shamrock Celebration Bundle
Saleen S1 GT4 Cup (2020) - Touring Car
Chevrolet Corvette C7 ZR1 (2019) - Hypercar
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
These deals will have you dancing an Irish jig into the store! In stock this week are the Welcome Pack Bundle and the Mantis Bundle! Available until March 21st.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (2009) - Welcome Pack Bundle
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (2009) - Street Race
Dark Blue Nitro
Blue Confetti's Smoke
Koenigsegg Jesko (2020) - Mantis Bundle
Koenigsegg Jesko (2020) - Hypercar
Green Side blade Underglow
Green Thunder Nitro
Green Speed Vortex Smoke
Black Window Tint
VEHICLE BUNDLE
Interception Pack Bundle
Creators K.S. Masked Leader (2020) - Hypercar
Lamborghini Veneno Interception Unit (2013) - Hypercar
Our next update, The Crew 2 Season 8 Episode 1: USST Cities will be available for free to all The Crew 2 players on March 15th!
This season is all about one thing: speed. All the way back in Season 3 we introduced the US Speed Tour, where intrepid racers travelled from one side of the US to the other in a race that combined blazing speed with hardened nerves. Now, in Season 8, the US Speed Tour makes a return to the biggest cities in the States!
These twisty urban tracks will test one's bravery, where even a small mistake can cost you the race. Are you prepared? Then read on!
Full breakdown below.
NEW EVENTS AND CHALLENGES
The Motorflix team has been hard at work creating high speed races throughout several major cities across the US! From New York to Los Angeles, new events will drop every week over the course of the Episode, each in a new city. Use your skills and daring to reach the top in all 8 events! These races won't be easy. These urban settings are full of tight turns at 90°, requiring perfect balance of cornering and acceleration to stay in the game.
These challenging races aren't the only new additions this Season! Each event race this season will also feature an Endurance Race mode. These will test your fortitude as you conquer these long trials! Maintain your focus and you will succeed.
NEW VEHICLES
A new Season is a great reason to grab some shiny new wheels, and this one is no exception! Swinging into Season 8 Episode 1 is a wide selection of new cars, including the Saleen S1 GT4 (2020), the Spyker C8 LaViolette GT2-R (2008), and the KTM X-Bow GT2 (2020).
All of the above vehicles will be available for purchase in bucks or Crew Credits starting on March 15th.
RETURNING VEHICLES
The return of new vehicles continues with Season 8. Old favorites from previous Motorpasses will be returning in April, including the Bentley Mulliner Bacalar (2020), Jaguar F-Type SVR Coupe (2017), Jaguar E-Type Series 1 Coupé (1961), and KTM 450 EXC - Nighthawk Edition (2015).
Keep an eye out for more cars returning as more content is added to The Crew 2. Don't hesitate to take the opportunity to finish your collection!
SEASON 8 EPISODE 1 MOTORPASS
Wanting to get some more shiny vanities? Or maybe a new ride? This Season's Motorpass has got you covered! Like previous Seasons it is available for purchase with bucks or Crew Credits. Don't miss out on awesome additions such as the Pagani Zonda F Primary Edition (2005), Chevrolet corvette C8.R (2002), Mini Cooper S Checkered Edition (2010), and the Audi RS 5 Coupé USST Official Edition (2018)!
NEW LIVE SUMMITS
Regular weekly LIVE Summits will continue through the Season! 4 Premium LIVE Summits will also occur over Episodes 1 and 2, with some new rewards as well as some returnees. The Bugatti Magma Edition (2019) and Ferrari F12 TDF (2016) will be up for grabs, so if you missed out on them before, now's the time to try again. Check out our dedicated article here for more info.
Be sure to check The Crew Hub regularly to track your progress.
That's all for now! We know you'll be itching to hit the track and see what else Season 8 has to offer. Remember, new rewards and events will be released over the course of the next 2 episodes! Until next time, Gearheads!
This Week in TC2 - March 7
Gearheads,
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – ROAD SAMURAI (MARCH 8 – MARCH 14)
Aspiring to be a real samurai? Now is your chance to prove that you deserve to race under the colors of the land of the rising sun. Katanas out, your opponents await you on the road!
PLATINUM - LANCER EVOLUTION X BLACK KNIGHT EDITION (2014) – STREET RACE GOLD - LEGENDARY PB PERF PARTS (NITRO CHEMIST, PURE & RICH) SILVER - VISUAL PARTS SET – MITSUBISHI LANCER EVO X (2014) – STREET RACE BRONZE - 200K FOLLOWERS You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Road Samurai Bundle
Nissan 370Z (Z34) (2013) – Drag Race
Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) (2002) – Touring car
Mitsubishi Eclipse Star Edition (1999)Street Race
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
This one's for you speed lovers out there! Screeching full throttle into the store this week is the High-Octane Bundle! Available until March 14th!
Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) High Octane Edition (2002) – High Octane Bundle
Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) High Octane Edition (2002) – Street Race
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – BLIZZARD RUSH BEST OF (MARCH 01 – MARCH 07)
All Blizzard Rush events wrapped up into one unique LIVE Summit! Rush through the blizzard and try to find the finish line first!
PLATINUM - NO RULES UNDERGLOW GOLD - MAZDA MX-5 (2016) – STREETRACE SILVER - LEGENDARY PB PERF PARTS (NITRO CHEMIST, PURE + RICH) BRONZE - 150K FOLLOWERS You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Blizzard Rush Best of Bundle
Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 Interception Unit (1994) – Street Race
Ferrari 488 Pista (2018) – Hypercar
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
Psst, can you hear me? There are great deals in store that are worth whispering about! Keep it hush hush, the Whisper Bundle is available until March 7th!
Porsche Carrera GT (2003) – Whisper Bundle
Porsche Carrera GT (2003) – Hypercar
Mint Glowing Tire
Prismatic Ghost Smoke
Strobe Tint
VEHICLE BUNDLE
Unlimited Power Bundle
Chevrolet CORVETTE C7 ZR1 Convertible (2019) – Hypercar
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – BEYOND SPACE (FEBRUARY 22 – FEBRUARY 28)
Beyond time and space, we are sure they exist! Do your best to try and catch them and bring them back! Reach Platinum and win the perfect patrol vehicle, the unstoppable Ford F150 Raptor from outer space!
PLATINUM - FORD F150 SVT RAPTOR FROM OUTER SPACE (2010)– RALLY RAID GOLD - LIGHT BLUE REWIND TINT SILVER - LEGENDARY AGP PERF PARTS (SCORE BREAKER, SHIFTY & DRAG BUMP) BRONZE - 200K FOLLOWERS
Infiniti Q60 Project Black S Concept (2018) – Street Race
Proto Alpha Mark II (2018) – Alpha Grand Prix
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
Are you the kind of driver that wanders alone, or do you pull everyone into your orbit? Become the beast of the solar system and ride in the new Jupiter Bundle, available until February 28th!
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – UNDER THE RADAR (FEBRUARY 14 – FEBRUARY 21)
Will you answer the call? Put on your uniform and jump into your response vehicle. Prove that you are the best and that you can intercept anyone who tries to pass you at any time.
PLATINUM - LEGENDARY RX PERF PARTS (THE LIVE REWARD SNIFFER, SENSOR & COLLECTOR) GOLD - CATCH ME UNDERGLOW SILVER - 52.5K SPARE PARTS BRONZE - 150K FOLLOWERS
Cadillac ESCALADE Enforcer Unit (2012)– Rally Cross
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
Tighten up your boots and fasten your seat belt! Sneaking into the Far & Beyond store is the Berlin and Interception Unit (BMW) bundles! Act fast, these are available until February 20th!
Mazda RX3 (1972) – Radiowaves Bundle
Mazda RX3 (1972) – Street Racing
Green Band Tire
Green Wings Underglow
Green Spangled Nitro
Black Window Tint
VEHICLE BUNDLES
Bugatti Addict Bundle
Bugatti EB110 SUPER SPORT (1992) – Hypercar
Bugatti CHIRON (2017) – Hypercar
Street King Bundle
McLaren F1 (1993) – Hypercar
Chevrolet CORVETTE C8 STINGRAY (2020) – Street Race
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – FLYING GERMANS (FEBRUARY 8 – FEBRUARY 14)
Pioneers at heart, German brands are known for being the elite of the motor industry. Get behind the wheel of Germany’s most iconic rides and experience what innovation and performance truly stand for.
PLATINUM - CAYMAN GT4 WASP EDITION (2016) – STREET RACE GOLD - LEGENDARY AGP PERF PARTS (SCORE BREAKER, SHIFTY & DRAG BUMP) SILVER - YELLOW TIRE BRONZE - 200K FOLLOWERS
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Flying Germans Bundle
Mercedes-AMG GT3 (2015) – Touring Car
Porsche 918 Spyder (2015) – Hypercar
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
Don your lederhosen the Germans are here! Flying into the Far & Beyond store is the Berlin and Interception Unit (BMW) bundles! Act fast, these are available until February 14th!
Audi RS 5 Coupé (2018) – Berlin Bundle
Audi RS 5 Coupé (2018) – Street Racing
Light Yellow Electric Nitro
Yellow Underglow
Yellow Glowing Tire
Black Window Tint
BMW M8 Competition Coupe Interception Unit (2019) - Interception Unit (BMW) Bundle
BMW M8 Competition Coupe Interception Unit (2019) – Street Race
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – WINTER RUNNER (JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 07)
Equip your snow tires and get ready to go off-road! Who will be the most skilled driver when all your usual landmarks are obscured by snow?
PLATINUM - SLED ROOFTOP GOLD - FORD F150 RAPTOR (2010)– RALLY RAID SILVER - VISUAL PARTS – CHEVROLET 3100 (1953) STREET RACE BRONZE - 150K FOLLOWERS You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Winter Runner Bundle
Chevrolet Silverado Intrepid Outdoors (2010) – Rally Raid
Chevrolet 3100 (1953) – Street Race
Fender Bulk (2005) – Demolition Derby
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLES
There’s a chill in the air! Blustering into the Far & Beyond store is the Antarctica and Ragnarok bundles! Act fast, these are available until February 7th!
It’s another week in Motornation! Let’s dive into what’s in store for The Crew 2.
LIVE SUMMIT – YEAR OF THE RAVING RABBIDS (JANUARY 18 – JANUARY 24)
Happy Bwaaaaaa year! Something is amiss this week in The Crew 2, the sounds of ‘bwah’ can be heard coming from the streets of Motornation...whatever the cause, mischief is expected to follow!
PLATINUM - CHILLING RABBIDS TIRE GOLD - FORD F150 RAPTOR (2010) – MONSTER TRUCK SILVER - LEGENDARY MT PERF PARTS (NITRO CHEMIST, GRACEFUL & TRICKY) BRONZE - 150K FOLLOWERS You can find all the details on The Crew Hub
LIVE SUMMIT BUNDLE
Year of the Raving Rabbids Bundle
Nissan GT-R Nismo (2020) – Street Race
Porsche 928 S4 (1991) – Street Race
VEHICLE & VANITY BUNDLE
The Rabbids have arrived! Bringing with them all their madness and fun, and not to mention all their great deals too! Raving into the Far & Beyond Store this week are the Yin bundle and the Raving Rabbids bundle. Available until January 24th!
