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Cammus C12 Wheel Review: Great Idea, Refinement Needed
This is a 12Nm direct drive wheel base, but without the base… instead, it’s all integrated into one unit, with some mixed results. Images taken by OverTake The entry-level Cammus C5 and its unique integrated direct drive steering wheel design has already won over many sim racers. Now, however...- Michel Wolk
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Fanatec Launches Fresh ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 Bundle
The Fanatec ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 combines the ClubSport DD+ wheel base with a new F1-branded ClubSport wheel. Images: Fanatec Following the launch of the Gran Turismo DD Extreme bundle last month, Fanatec is back with another variation on a similar theme. The Fanatec ClubSport Racing...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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The Cammus C12 Is An All-In-One 12Nm Direct Drive Wheel
Hot on the heels of its C5 last year, Cammus has expanded upon its wheel-base-inside-a-wheel concept with the new C12. Images: OverTake/RaceDepartment Cammus is trying to make direct drive wheel bases more accessible not necessarily by focusing on price or ecosystem, but rather the lack of...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Sony ‘Testing’ PS VR2 For PC Use
If the move is made, it could see the headset, which is revelatory for Gran Turismo 7 players, be used for further driving titles. Images: Sony Sony’s PlayStation 5-exclusive PS VR2 headset could be opened up, with the console giant teasing possible PC compatibility. Following the Japanese...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Extreme Review
Fanatec has launched a new Gran Turismo-licenced bundle for PC and Playstation, called the DD Extreme that includes the DD+ wheel base. Here’s our full hands-on review. Images taken by OverTake The Fanatec ClubSport DD+ wheel base has probably had one of the most complicated launches ever...- Michel Wolk
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6 Takeaways From Properly Trying Sim Racing in VR
Sim racing in VR is likely the most immersive experience you can get in a virtual car. RaceDepartment editor Yannik recently got to hit the digital track in Virtual Reality properly for the first time - here are his key takeaways. Sim racing in VR - it hardly gets any better than this, if you...- Yannik Haustein
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Le Mans Ultimate System Requirements: Minimal & Recommended PC Specs
As part of the big news day for Le Mans Ultimate, Motorsport Games has also published the system requirements for the title that is due to launch in Early Access on February 20, 2024. Image credit (2): Motorsport Games / Studio 397 As they further improve, racing games and simulations need...- Yannik Haustein
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The ImSim Garra Is A Luxury Motion Simulator With Automotive Design Cues
The Portuguese sim racing equipment manufacturer has announced its new range-topping motion simulator, the Garra. Images: RaceDepartment Unveiled at the recent Sim Formula Europe event in the Netherlands, we went hands-on with ImSim’s car-inspired motion sim rig, the Garra. The automotive...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Turtle Beach Drives Into Sim Racing With VelocityOne Race Wheel
Compatible with PC and Xbox, the surprise direct drive wheel base from the headset and gamepad manufacturer will be released later this year. Images: Turtle Beach Headsets, gamepads, microphones and now direct drive sim racing steering wheels – Turtle Beach has expanded its range with the...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Trak Racer Unveils Direct Drive Wheel Base and Software
Following the news that Australian sim racing rig manufacturer, Trak Racer, would enter the electronics game comes its first-ever wheel base. Images: Taken by RaceDepartment The company primarily known for cockpits is now venturing into the wider ecosystem, with functional prototypes for its...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Gomez Sim Industries Launches Formula Pro Elite V2 Sim Racing Wheel
The wheel that launched Gomez Sim Industries into the sim racing scene, the Formula Pro Elite, receives a suite of tweaks for a V2 update. Images: ReceDepartment The Gomez Sim Industries Formula Pro Elite V2 sees the Texas-based company revisit its initial stand-out hit for 2024. GSI FPE V2...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Sim Formula Europe 2024 Championship: Stage Is Set For Quarterfinals
The competition is heating up with the Sim Formula Europe 2024 Championship Quarterfinals: 60 sim racers fight to advance to the Semifinals – watch the Quarterfinal live on stream on December 14 at 8 pm CET! Image credit: Sim Formula Maastricht Ahead of the fair in Maastricht from January 11...- Yannik Haustein
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Moza Releases Updated R16 And R21 Wheel Bases
The evolution of Moza Racing’s sim racing line-up continues apace, with revisions hitting its current range-toppers. For those on PC, Moza Racing has been fettling with its existing R16 and R21 direct drive wheel bases, with new units claimed to include enhanced force feedback. But you’ll be...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Asetek SimSports Clarifies 2024 Product Roadmap
In a livestream by its CEO, the Danish racers teased further details about its upcoming Invicta steering wheel and answered questions about wheel customisation, extensions, handbrakes and cockpits. It’s hard to believe that Asetek SimSports has only been on the market for around two years, but...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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Fanatec Showcases Prototype Entry-Level Sim Racing Cockpit and Seat
Fanatec is set to expand its range of sim racing cockpits with a new, more affordable, range addition. There’s also a fresh seat design to match. A prototype is available to test at the Gran Turismo World Series World Finals in Spain, and RaceDepartment has had a brief hands-on test. The...- Thomas Harrison-Lord
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PXN-V12 Lite Review: Surprising Beginner Direct Drive Bundle
With Direct Drive wheelbases being affordable even at the entry level now, Michel takes a look at a particularly interesting bundle in his PXN-V12 Lite Review. It was not long ago that Direct Drive was unimaginably expensive for most sim racers. The last few years have changed that, though...- Yannik Haustein
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Fanatec Sparco Wheels: Four Replica Rims Revealed
Four all-new Fanatec Sparco wheels are the latest pieces of sim racing hardware in the German manufacturer’s lineup. The rims each suit a different style of car. Image credit: Fanatec One of Fanatec’s strenghts is undoubtedly its variety of wheel rims. Whether you prefer modern F1 and GT cars...- Yannik Haustein
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Sim Formula Europe 2024: Race Your Way To The Maastricht Expo
With the 2024 Sim Formula Europe, an alternative sim racing exhibition is just around the corner. Here’s what to expect at the event from January 11 to 14 – and how to qualify for its on-site competition final! Image credit: Sim Formula Europe European sim racers are spoilt for choice. Anyone...- Yannik Haustein
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Sponsored MOZA Racing Unveils Extensive Black Friday Deals for Sim Racers
The MOZA Racing Black Friday deals are here: Sim racers can save up to 15% on three wheelbases, including a bundle, plus multiple wheels. Image credit: MOZA Racing MOZA Racing presents its most extensive and biggest-ever Black Friday sales event. If you are in the market for an upgrade or new...- OverTake.gg
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Valo GT-23: Simucube's New Universal Steering Wheel
Valo GT-23 is the name of Simucube's newest universal wheel. Replacing the Tahko GT 21, it sports upgrades and new features in almost every aspect. It seems like it is a great time for enthusiasts of GT racing when it comes to equipment. Following the new Button Boxes by Asetek, this time...