Race Manager Update 1.5.3

This update focuses on strategic depth. Victory is no longer just about raw speed; it's about resource management. We've completely overhauled tire behavior and the aerodynamics of following other cars.

[UPDATE] Advanced Tire Physics

We've redesigned wear mechanics, making tire choice a pivotal tactical decision:

Lifespan & Durability: Hard compounds can now last 50–60 laps, while Hypersofts will require a change after just 10–12 laps.
Wear Penalty: The impact of worn tires on pace is significantly increased. At 100% wear, the pace loss can reach 35%, making a fresh Hard compound faster than a worn Soft.
Thermal Windows: Optimal working ranges have been expanded (up to 35°C for dry and 50°C for rain tires). The "Save" mode is now a genuine tool for cooling down overheated rubber.

[NEW] Aerodynamics & Dirty Air

Battling for position is now more realistic and risky:

The "Train" Effect: Groups of cars in the DRS zone now move slower overall than a lone car in "clean air." Constant fighting wears tires and slows down both opponents.
Strategic Gap: If the leader manages to pull a gap of more than 1.2 seconds, they gain a clear pace advantage, while pursuers begin to lose time in each other's wake.

[UPDATE] Optimization & Comfort

Race Smoothness: We've optimized the visualizer, completely eliminating micro-freezes and stuttering.
Auto-Save: Practice and Strategy settings are now saved instantly upon closing the window—you'll never lose your setup again by forgetting to hit the save button.
Contrast UI: The driver position circle color now automatically adjusts based on the car's livery, ensuring data is always readable.

[NEW] Progress & Economy

Quests in Finance: Quest rewards are now integrated into financial reports and post-race results, allowing you to track all income sources clearly.

[FIX] Logic & Safety Improvements

Blue Flags: Backmarkers are now physical objects on the track. They are no longer "ghosts" to the leaders, but they correctly move off the racing line under blue flags.
Safety Car: Fixed the movement direction of the Safety Car on counter-clockwise tracks.
Technical Fixes: Fixed the bug allowing slicks in the rain, adjusted tire wear calculation in practice, and fixed the issue with free wing repairs during pit stops.

See you on the grid!

Race Manager Update 1.5.3: The Art of Strategy