I'm not so good when I have to pick some favorite things because I always get the impression that I'm committing some injustice... But let's go. One of the racing games that I find most exciting is Gran Turismo. It may not be the most consistent game in terms of overcoming the quality itself over the years, but for me... It's one of the games that cause the most excitement in the players.
I would say Dirt Rally on console would be my favorite racing game - a return to more authenic rallying, with narrow, demanding courses and impressively realistic handling.
For me the most exciting game seems to be the need for speed series. some really good games after NFS 7 seems to be good. it can be something to consider as well.
I really can't decide which is my favorite racing game. I really like both Need for Speed and GTA. Maybe both of them to be fair.
The Need For Speed franchise is the one that I notice the most, seems like it's the most popular one for years, even decades.
Ofcourse not but it's not action game type of as well. It just depends on the way we think of it.I think some levels are pure racing. though it has crime element in it.