IRC is all ready to go, server just needs restarting (not a gmx). For those of you who know how to use irc, this information may be useful to you.
Server: irc.gtanet.com
Port: 6667
Channel: #AdrenalineX
Echo Channel: #AdrenalineX.echo
Once the server is restarted, you will be able to see people talking, joining, quitting etc from the echo channel.
Edit: Echo is up and running, to be able to use !say you need voice (+v). I will sort this out tomorrow night, imo all pro racers should have voice unless otherwise stated by Racer, Andy or mooman.