I’m a big fan of the Fanatec racing wheels, and I’ve absolutely loved every single one that I dreamt about owning or pretended that I could afford, and in the real world, enjoyed when I used them at events where I could actually get to use one. They’re amazing bits of kit for sim racing enthusiasts. Now Fanatec has revealed that they’ve renewed their official license of Formula 1 and are again the official provider of Formula 1 Sim Racing with a new multi-year agreement.
As part of the new deal, Fanatec will also continue as the Official Provider of Formula 1 Sim Racing, supplying teams and drivers with a full racing set up including a steering wheel, pedals, direct drive wheel base, and cockpit. Round three of the 2024 F1 Sim Racing Championship will take place on May 7.
Of course, it’s not just for the “pros” as you can actually buy this hardware yourself, and while it won’t be cheap, you know you’re getting something pretty special for your investment.
ClubSport Racing Wheel F1
The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 is the latest officially licensed F1 hardware package from Fanatec, combining a new F1 Steering Wheel with unique blue forged carbon finish together with the acclaimed 15Nm ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base. Officially licensed by PlayStation for PS5 and PS4 consoles, this product was developed under the official licensing and approval of Sony Interactive Entertainment.
Features
The iconic 270 mm Formula steering wheel features a stunning blue forged carbon finish with perforated leather grips, magnetic paddle shifters, an OLED display, and RGB LEDs. The Direct Drive Wheel Base uses a custom 15Nm servo motor designed in Germany specifically for sim racing, achieving best-in-class thermal and slew rate performance. The combination of the Steering Wheel and Wheel Base is completed with the included QR2 quick-release system, which ensures a precision fit and flawless transfer of force feedback from the motor to the driver’s hands. The finest detail is achieved with FullForce, Fanatec’s new force feedback protocol tailored specifically and exclusively for Fanatec Direct Drive.
Emily Prazer, Chief Commercial Officer at Formula 1
“Throughout the last six years, our partnership with Fanatec has gone from strength-to-strength providing our worldwide gaming audience with realistic F1 products that brings the thrill of racing into their homes and lets them compete through onsite activations at our Grands Prix.”
Belma Nadarevic, CMO of Fanatec
“We’re thrilled to extend our partnership with Formula 1 and to be the Official Provider of F1 Sim Racing. Formula 1 and Fanatec share the same desire to bring authentic, immersive motorsport experiences to fans everywhere.
“Sim racing is an integral part of modern motorsport, training the new generation of F1 stars, providing a genuine path from virtual to real-world racing success. With the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1, fuelled by the latest Fanatec technologies, we’re raising the bar for realism in your home simulator. We want everyone to dive deep into the heart-pounding excitement of Formula 1.”
Price and Availability
The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 package supports all modern Fanatec Pedals and accessories such as Shifters and Handbrakes (all sold separately). The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 is available now for €1299.95 at Fanatec.com.
