MadCar is built by iCube and is an advanced 3DS Max plugin that makes the rigging of vehicles much more straightforward, along with the animation. It is configurable, supports motorcycles and trailers, and has real-world input and simulation control.

iCube – MadCar Features

• Versatile Rigging: Any wheel count and configuration, including motorcycles and trailers, is supported.
• Realistic Simulation: The simulation of vehicle behaviors ranging from race cars to heavily armored trucks is exceptionally well done.
• Real-Time Animation: Animation can be created while the simulation is happening.
• Multiple Control Options: The user can control with a keyboard, joystick, game controller, or steering wheel.
• Procedural Tire Traces: Realistic tire traces suitable for V-Ray render type is designed.
• Flexible Licensing: License modes concerning node lock and free-floating license features are present.
• External Force Simulation: The new “Power” helper enables the simulation of external forces.

iCube MadCar for 3Ds max Overview

Image 1: Any number of wheels with any of their mutual arrangements!

Image 2: External Force Simulation – The new “Power” helper enables the simulation of external forces.