Fanatec finally announces the renewal of the partnership with Formula 1. The market launch of the brand new ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 has been announced
Fanatec is pleased to announce that it continues to be the official licensee of Formula 1 and official supplier of Formula 1 Sim Racing with a new multi-year agreement. Since 2018, both parties have continued to push the boundaries of the real world of motorsports and simulated racing. Offering fans around the world the chance to experience the excitement and thrill of the world's greatest sporting and entertainment spectacle: in their own homes, in Fan Zones and Paddock Clubs at Formula 1 races around the world.
Under the new agreement, Fanatec will continue to be the official supplier of Formula 1 Sim Racing, providing teams and drivers with a complete racing set including steering wheel, pedals, direct-drive wheel base and cockpit. The third round of the 2024 F1 Sim Racing Championship will take place on May 7.
Fanatec and Formula 1 launch the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1: the details
The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 is Fanatec's latest officially licensed F1 hardware package. This combines a new F1 steering wheel with a unique blue forged carbon finish and the acclaimed 15Nm ClubSport DD+ wheel base. Officially licensed by PlayStation for PS5 and PS4 consoles, This product was developed under the official license and approval of Sony Interactive Entertainment.
The iconic 270mm Formula steering wheel features a stunning blue forged carbon finish with perforated leather grips. And again, magnetic controls on the steering wheel, OLED and RGB LED displays. The Direct Drive Wheel Base uses a custom 15Nm servo motor designed in Germany specifically for sim racing. Obtaining the best thermal and rotation speed performance in the category.
The steering wheel and wheel base combination is completed by the included QR2 quick release system. This ensures precise adaptation and flawless transfer of force feedback from the engine to the rider's hands. The finest details are achieved with FullForce, Fanatec's new force feedback protocol created specifically and exclusively for Fanatec Direct Drive. The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 package supports all modern Fanatec pedals and accessories such as gearshifts and handbrakes (all sold separately). Feel the precision of Formula 1 in every corner with the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1, available now for €1299.95 on Fanatec.com.
Statements on the matter
Emily PleasureChief Commercial Officer of Formula 1, said:
Over the last six years, our partnership with Fanatec has gone from strength to strength, providing our global gaming audience with realistic F1 products that bring the thrill of racing into their homes and get them racing through on-site activations during our Grand Prizes.
Belma NadarevicCMO of Fanatec, said:
We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Formula 1 and be the official supplier of F1 Sim Racing. Formula 1 and Fanatec share the same desire to bring authentic and immersive motorsport experiences to fans around the world. Sim racing is an integral part of modern motorsport and trains the next generation of F1 stars, providing an authentic pathway from virtual to real success. With the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1, powered by the latest Fanatec technologies, we are raising the level of realism of the home simulator. We want everyone to immerse themselves in the exciting thrill of Formula 1.
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