Are you a Playstation user, or do you sim race with PC but feel like 12 Nm of maximum torque are not enough for your needs? You are on the right page, Fanatec just announced the Clubsport DD+ wheelbase, a new 15Nm base with the latest technology available on the market. The base comes at a price premium of around 300$/€ versus the Clubsport DD : the big question is, is it worth it? Well, as said, we haven’t been able to test the products yet, but from what we see in the technical specifications, there are a few advantages with the DD+: Playstation 5 compatible (and PC): the DD only supports P ..read more

After months of speculation on what was coming next, Fanatec announced a new Direct Drive wheelbase for PC users: the Clubsport DD. In a way, this is similar to what a lot of sim racing pundits were expecting: sitting in between the CSL – it’s entry level line, and the Podium – the premium one, the Clubsport is coming with a set of features in between the two. With 12 Nm of maximum torque, sim racers will be able to cover most of the needs they might have. Unless, you are looking to simulate a non-power steering car: in that case, the 20-25Nm offered by the Premium are giving you more strength ..read more

Special offer: Grab the CSL DD for 199.95$/€ The cheapest Direct drive base around Fanatec has been creating sim racing products for many years, and has been known for its eccellent design and usability, and cutting edge technology. This reputation has solidified even more in the last few years after the launch of their range of direct drive wheel bases. Direct drive bases are the most advanced technology for sim racing wheel bases. If older bases relied on chain and belts to deliver the motion of the wheel and the force related to it, with direct drive effects are much more precise and so th ..read more

Playseat, an innovative company based in the Netherlands, is well-known for its top-tier racing simulators. The brand holds a distinguished place in the racing cockpit market due to its high-quality products, catered towards providing a unique and immersive racing experience. The business sprouted from the vision of a racing enthusiast, Fernando Smit, and has since ascended to a leading position in the global market. Over the years, Playseat emerged as a market leader in gaming and sim racing seats, and achieved many powerful partnerships with racing teams and associations (Red Bull Racing, FI ..read more

Next Level Racing, a globally recognised brand, is a beacon in the world of high-performance racing simulation. Established in 2009, the Australia-based company has dedicated itself to providing avid gamers and professional e-sports athletes with a diverse range of meticulously designed and well-crafted racing cockpits and simulation products. Striving to merge the gap between virtual and reality, Next Level Racing has pushed the boundaries of innovation, creating a line of racing rigs that represent the gold standard in realism, performance, and overall user experience. Each NEXT Level Racing ..read more

Sim-Lab, a well-known name in the sim racing community for their high-quality hardware, just annouced its grand entrance into the pedal set market with their Sim-Lab XP1 200KG Loadcell Pedal Set. As the first pedal set from the company, the XP1 has an impressive array of features that makes it a great candidate for purchase in a highly competitive field. This product, made with the well know meticulously of the Dutch manufacturer, features and extensive adjustability and sets a new standard for the dedicated sim racing enthusiast seeking a high-quality, immersive experience without breaking t ..read more

Taking your first step into the world of sim racing just got a lot more exciting thanks to the new amazing discounts by Fanatec on their “Ready to Race” bundles. From the name, you can already understand that these bundles include a wheel base, a steering wheels and pedals, making you ready to play immediately saving the hassle of buying components individually. Ready to Race CSL Ready To Race Bundle (5Nm) and CSL DD Ready to Race Bmw BUNDLE (5 NM). Presently on discount at an unparalleled price of Eur/$ 399.95, these are among the most affordable direct drive bundles in the market. Fanatec ..read more

Moza Racing just announced a new entry in their product portfolio of direct drive wheel bases: a 12Nm base called R12. The Moza R12 is filling the last gap between the more powerful wheel bases and the more affordable ones (such as Moza R5 and R9 with 5 and 9Nm respectively). Other than 12Nm of maximum torque, the R12 features the top tier hardware of the more expensive Moza R21 and R16. R12 features peak power of 12 Nm and 216W respectively, which are higher than R5 and R9 180W power but lower than R21’s massive 480W power. The R12 and R21 use aviation-grade aluminum alloy for housing mate ..read more

Moza Racing just announced a new entry in their product portfolio of direct drive wheel bases: a 12Nm base called R12. The Moza R12 is filling the last gap between the more powerful wheel bases and the more affordable ones (such as Moza R5 and R9 with 5 and 9Nm respectively). Other than 12Nm of maximum torque, the R12 features the top tier hardware of the more expensive Moza R21 and R16. R12 features peak power of 12 Nm and 216W respectively, which are higher than R5 and R9 180W power but lower than R21’s massive 480W power. The R12 and R21 use aviation-grade aluminum alloy for housing mate ..read more

In the world of sim racing, speculation is half the fun. Most Fanatec fans are probably wondering what is the German manufacturer’s next move on wheel bases. Are we going to see the release of a DD3 Direct Drive Wheel Base? It’s been almost five years since Fanatec revolutionized the market with their DD1 and DD2 wheel bases, with their at the time crazy maximum torque (20 and 25Nm) and fans have been left wondering: Is a Fanatec DD3 on the horizon? The DD1 and DD2, with their stunning features, have now a bunch of fierce competitors as new companies are emerging, such as Moza Racing – with t ..read more