EA F1 25 update 1.06 is available to download on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official F1 25 1.06 patch notes, the latest update v1.06 delivers key gameplay improvements, including balanced underbody friction to fix AI speed advantages and refined automatic gearbox behavior in wet conditions. Additionally, F1 25 patch 1.06 also improves VR performance on PC, while several career mode bugs are fixed. Additional updates include improved track branding, Ferrari engineer audio, and various visual, audio, and UI enhancements for a smoother racing experience.
F1 25 1.06 Patch Notes – July 7, 2025
Patch Summary
- Reduced underbody friction to fix AI top speed imbalance.
- Improved automatic gearbox behavior in wet conditions.
- OpenVR SDK updated for enhanced VR performance (PC).
- Multiple fixes to career mode issues and track visuals.
- Updated engineer audio for Ferrari and other voice command improvements.
Gameplay & AI
Vehicle Performance Balance
- Adjusted front ride height and floor friction.
- Player car now experiences the same underbody scraping as AI.
- Ensures fairer top speed comparisons and performance parity.
Automatic Gearbox Tuning
- Reduced short-shifting in wet weather.
- Upshift timing improved for better acceleration out of corners.
AI Behavior
- AI performance rebalanced due to friction issue fix.
- Further AI improvements under review.
VR Improvements (PC Only)
OpenVR SDK Update
- Updated SDK to improve overall VR performance.
- Reduced head tracking jitter/stutter.
- Encouraged detailed feedback with headset and setup specs.
Career Mode Fixes
Driver Career
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Fixed issue where a team could hire three drivers.
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Fixed issue causing players to be left without a contract offer.
My Team Career
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Resolved rare bug preventing AI teams from hiring drivers for new season.
Circuits & Tracks
Track Branding & Time Updates
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Added:
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Barilla signage (Bahrain, Imola, Monza, Texas)
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Explora branding (Monaco, Canada, Belgium)
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LVMH branding (Las Vegas)
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Updated:
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Time of day for Miami Qualifying and Sprint
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Fixed:
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Bahrain garage drop issue
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Minor graphical issues at various tracks
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Vehicles & Drivers
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Corrected Alonso’s car appearance after terminal damage.
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Updated Joshua Pearce’s car with British flag.
Audio & Engineer VO
Engineer Updates
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Ferrari engineer VO no longer uses “robo-voice”.
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Updated engineer logic:
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Recommends longer stints on low tyre wear.
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Corrected DRS issue reporting (no longer referred to as engine problem).
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Fixed Engineer VO bugs at season start and condition callouts.
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Broadcast Commentary
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Fixed incorrect season reference (2025) after season one in career mode.
Customisation
- Fixed issues with number/sponsor placement in Decal Editor.
- Improved decal sizing and flickering consistency.
Graphics & Performance
Visual Enhancements
- Improved Far Chase camera (PS5 Pro Quality Mode).
- Fixed HDR display issues on some PC monitors.
- Removed “Ultra Max” preset for unsupported graphics cards (PC).
- Updated AMD FSR to version 3.1.4.
- Improved item visuals in Item Store.
Accessibility
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Added “Play Preview” to Tinnitus Relief Filter.
Miscellaneous Fixes
- Fixed pit lane Rewind-related bugs.
- Relabeled “F1 Movie Preview” to “Free Preview”.
- Fixed ERS harvesting bug during driver swap scenes.
- UDP year now consistently set correctly.
- UI and general stability improvements.
Recently, a major F1 25 patch 1.04 added quality of life changes and fixes. Unfortunately, since the release, players are experiencing F1 24 server issues with the game. F1 25 version 1.006 will address a few of these errors.
Download free F1 25 update 1.006 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
