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Is a Sim Racing Cockpit Worth It?
Is a Sim Racing Cockpit Worth It? A sim racing cockpit can improve comfort, consistency, and immersion, but is it the right upgrade for your setup? If you're looking to improve your sim racing experience, you've probably asked yourself: Is a sim racing cockpit worth it? For many sim racers, the answer is yes. While you can enjoy racing from a desk or wheel stand, a dedicated cockpit provides a mor
Introducing the GT-M Lux V8 Evo
We’re pleased to introduce the GT-M Lux V8 Evo , the second car to join our GT-M Phase 3 Pack . Powered by a naturally aspirated V8 and built around a front-engine layout, the GT-M Lux V8 Evo has been developed with great attention to detail. From its physics and force feedback to its detailed cockpit and distinctive engine note, every aspect has been carefully refined to provide an enjoyable and
This Is What Your First Day in VR Sim Racing Feels Like
The first time I put on a virtual reality headset to drive, I had two thoughts. The first was, “This is a lot bulkier than it looked in the videos.” The second came a few seconds later, when the cockpit appeared and the steering wheel stopped looking like an image and became something almost real. […] The post This Is What Your First Day in VR Sim Racing Feels Like appeared first on BoxThisL
Sim-Lab P1X Ultimate Review | Is This the Best Sim Racing Cockpit You Can Buy?
Sim-Lab P1X Ultimate Review | Is This the Best Sim Racing Cockpit You Can Buy?
MOZA Expands Beyond Controls with New Generation of Flight Displays, Panels, and Cockpit Systems
MOZA introduces a complete ecosystem of premium-grade flight simulation displays, avionics panels, and cockpit controls designed to transform the home cockpit experience. July 8, 2026 - MOZA today announced its most ambitious expansion of its flight simulation ecosystem to date. Building on its success in force feedback flight controls, the company is introducing a new family of cockpit displays,
Fanatec Partners With Nissan on Licensed Sim Racing Wheels
Fanatec has announced a new licensing partnership with Nissan, adding one of Japan’s most storied performance brands to its growing roster of officially licensed hardware collaborations. Of course, if you’re shopping now, Fanatec’s Summer Deals sale is still running, with the remaining cockpit and seat discounts set to expire in roughly another week, on July 12. Use the discount
Pimax Dream Air Settings for iRacing: My Baseline
In my previous post, I mentioned that the Dream Air just… works – you can somewhat reliably go straight into iRacing and just race after you’ve activated the headset. But… You're reading Pimax Dream Air Settings for iRacing: My Baseline , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
GT-M Cortex V8 – out now!
We’re excited to introduce the GT-M Cortex V8 , the first release in our brand-new GT-M Championship Phase 3 Pack . The GT-M Cortex V8 has been developed with close attention to handling, force feedback, cockpit detail, advanced systems, and the unmistakable character of its naturally aspirated V8. Countless hours of research, testing, and refinement have gone into delivering the level of detail e
Fanatec: Summer 2026 Deals are live!
Fanatec is entering a new sales period. These Summer Deals are a great opportunity to get some of the company’s latest hardware at a reduced price. Let’s take a look. We’d like to share details about our upcoming Summer Deals campaign, featuring our strongest offers since the end of last year. Spring Deals Campaign: Start: June […] The post Fanatec: Summer 2026 Deals are live! appeared first
Fanatec Slashes Prices Up to 50% During Limited-Time “Summer Deals” Sale
Use the discount code GTPLANET5 at checkout on Fanatec.com for an extra 5% off eligible items. Fanatec is kicking off its Summer Deals campaign, and the first wave is a mix of accessories at half price and modest cuts across wheel bases, wheels, pedals, and cockpits. Most of these run for one week, ending June 30. The cockpit and seat deals are the exception and stick around longer, through July 1
Nobody prepares you for building your first simracing cockpit
When we think about sim racing, we think about speed. We think about impossible overtakes, braking at the limit, and that feeling of being inside a race car without leaving home. The entire industry sells us immersion, adrenaline, and competition. But there is one part of the story that almost nobody mentions. Before you can […] The post Nobody prepares you for building your first simracing
SimHub Ambilight Plugins: Drama in the Sim Racing Community – CAAL vs. DNR
SimHub Ambilight Plugins: Drama in the Sim Racing Community – CAAL vs. DNR After SimHub added support for ambient lighting (Ambilight) a few years ago, things went quiet around this feature for quite some time. That changed with the release of Bruno Silva’s Cockpit Auto Ambient Light plugin a few months ago. More and more content creators began showcasing the plugin to their communities in t
Honey, There’s a New Sim Racing Cockpit in the Living Room
Some purchases don’t just walk through the front door. They arrive first on the credit card, then in the elevator, then down the hallway, and finally in that silent look from your partner that needs no subtitles. A sim rig, for example. Because of course, you didn’t buy “a steering wheel.” That would be too […] The post Honey, There’s a New Sim Racing Cockpit in
Sim Racing Cockpits and Rigs: 2026 Buying Guide | Apex Sim Racing
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MOZA Takes Flight at FSExpo 2026
Saint Paul RiverCentre Saint Paul, Minnesota June 12 - 14, 2026 MOZA at FlightSimExpo 2026 MOZA, a global leader in simulation hardware, is bringing its largest flight simulation showcase yet to FSExpo 2026. In addition to unveiling a new generation of cockpit hardware, attendees will find MOZA flight simulation products featured throughout the exhibition floor, participate in exciting live compet
Trak Racer Launches 10% Discount Across Conspit Hardware and Cockpit Range
Sim racers looking to upgrade their setup can now save on a wide selection of hardware, with Trak Racer announcing a new promotion that cuts prices across both its Conspit product lineup and its own cockpit range. The limited-time sale offers a 10% discount on all Conspit products available through Trak Racer, as well as on every Trak Racer-branded cockpit. Accessories and addons are not included
The Sim Racing Upgrade Nobody Talks About
There is a kind of silent arms race within sim racing. There always seems to be another rung to climb: a wheel with more force, pedals with more adjustability, a bigger screen, a sturdier cockpit, or, for the most ambitious, a motion system capable of turning the living room into something resembling a fighter jet […] The post The Sim Racing Upgrade Nobody Talks About appeared first on BoxTh
Best Pimax VR Settings for Assetto Corsa in 2026
The complete Pimax Crystal Light, Crystal Super and Dream Air settings guide for Assetto Corsa - OpenComposite hop, Pimax Play 2.0 Quad Views (the inverse of the iRacing call), CSP Single Pass Stereo, and per-GPU recipes. You're reading Best Pimax VR Settings for Assetto Corsa in 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Forza Horizon 5 Wheel Settings: All Major Brands for 2026
The 2026 Forza Horizon 5 wheel settings per brand - the simplified FFB system across Fanatec, Moza, Simucube, Simagic, Logitech and Thrustmaster. You're reading Forza Horizon 5 Wheel Settings: All Major Brands for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Forza Motorsport Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + 11 Sliders
The 2026 Fanatec settings for Forza Motorsport 2023 - Fanalab per base plus all 11 in-game sliders set right. You're reading Forza Motorsport Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + 11 Sliders , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
EA WRC Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + In-Game for 2026
The 2026 Fanatec settings for EA WRC - Fanalab values per CSL DD up to Podium DD2, plus the rally-specific FFS Linear call. You're reading EA WRC Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + In-Game for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
EA WRC Moza Settings: The R-series WRC Fix Recipe
The 2026 Moza Pit House and in-game EA WRC settings per base - the Max Wheel Speed 50% fix that solves the floaty centre complaint. You're reading EA WRC Moza Settings: The R-series WRC Fix Recipe , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
F1 24 Logitech Settings: G29, G923, G PRO & RS50
The 2026 Logitech settings for F1 24 - G HUB and in-game values per base, plus the Centre Spring split between gear and DD. You're reading F1 24 Logitech Settings: G29, G923, G PRO & RS50 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
F1 24 Moza Settings: R5, R9, R12, R16, R21 for 2026
The 2026 Moza Pit House and in-game F1 24 settings per R-series base - Natural Inertia at 150 plus the standard F1-game calls. You're reading F1 24 Moza Settings: R5, R9, R12, R16, R21 for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
F1 24 Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + In-Game for 2026
The 2026 Fanatec settings for F1 24 - Fanalab values per CSL DD, ClubSport DD, ClubSport DD+, Podium DD1 and DD2 plus the in-game side. You're reading F1 24 Fanatec Settings: Fanalab + In-Game for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
ACC Simucube Settings: SC2 Sport, Pro & Ultimate
The 2026 Simucube settings for ACC - TrueDrive Recon Filter, per-base Strength, plus the FFB Frequency at 444Hz call for SC2. You're reading ACC Simucube Settings: SC2 Sport, Pro & Ultimate , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
ACC Simagic Settings: Alpha Mini, Alpha & Alpha U
The 2026 Simagic settings for Assetto Corsa Competizione - SimPro Manager values with FFB Detail at 0, plus the per-base in-game Gain. You're reading ACC Simagic Settings: Alpha Mini, Alpha & Alpha U , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
ACC Moza Settings: R5, R9, R12, R16, R21 for 2026
The 2026 Moza Pit House and in-game ACC settings per base - the Wheel Damper, Road Sensitivity and FFB EQ values for the full R-series. You're reading ACC Moza Settings: R5, R9, R12, R16, R21 for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
iRacing Simagic Settings: Alpha Mini, Alpha & Alpha U
The 2026 Simagic settings for iRacing - SimPro Manager values, Wheel Force per base, and the Wheel Return Speed quirk that's different from AC. You're reading iRacing Simagic Settings: Alpha Mini, Alpha & Alpha U , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
iRacing Simucube Settings: TrueDrive + In-Game for 2026
The 2026 Simucube SC2 settings for iRacing - TrueDrive Reconstruction Filter, Wheel Force per base, the Morad vs Suzuki profile debate. You're reading iRacing Simucube Settings: TrueDrive + In-Game for 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Project Motor Racing Wheel Settings: Per-Brand Baseline
The 2026 Project Motor Racing wheel and FFB starting baseline per brand - Gain, LFB and FX values inherited from the Madness Engine for every major base. You're reading Project Motor Racing Wheel Settings: Per-Brand Baseline , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
GT7 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Logitech, Thrustmaster – 2026
The 2026 Gran Turismo 7 wheel and FFB settings per brand - Max Torque and Sensitivity for the Fanatec, Logitech and Thrustmaster PS5-licensed wheels. You're reading GT7 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Logitech, Thrustmaster – 2026 , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
rFactor 2 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More
The 2026 rFactor 2 wheel and FFB settings per brand - Strength, Minimum Torque and Smoothing per base on the isiMotor 2.5 engine. You're reading rFactor 2 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
RaceRoom Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More
The 2026 RaceRoom Racing Experience wheel and FFB settings per brand - FFB Multi, Minimum Force and Steering Force per base. You're reading RaceRoom Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Dirt Rally 2 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More
The 2026 Dirt Rally 2.0 wheel and FFB settings per brand - Self-Aligning Torque, Suspension and Centre Spring set right for the Codemasters rally feel. You're reading Dirt Rally 2 Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
EA WRC Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More
The 2026 EA Sports WRC wheel and FFB settings per brand - Self-Aligning Torque, Suspension and Tyre Slip set right for rally feel across every major base. You're reading EA WRC Wheel Settings: Fanatec, Moza, Simucube & More , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Fanatec CSL DD Disconnecting Mid-Race or Losing Force Feedback? How to Fix It
There’s nothing quite like catching a slide, feeding in the power, and then the wheel goes dead in your hands. The force feedback cuts, the paddles stop responding, and you’re… You're reading Fanatec CSL DD Disconnecting Mid-Race or Losing Force Feedback? How to Fix It , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Le Mans Ultimate Stuttering and FPS Drops? The Fixes That Actually Work
Le Mans Ultimate looks glorious and then, mid-stint into a multiclass pack, the frames fall through the floor and the car starts juddering. It’s one of the most common complaints… You're reading Le Mans Ultimate Stuttering and FPS Drops? The Fixes That Actually Work , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Trak Racer TRZ Motorcycle Racing Simulator Up For Pre-Order
The post Trak Racer TRZ Motorcycle Racing Simulator Up For Pre-Order appeared first on Bsimracing . The Melbourne-based simulator company Trak Racer, best known for its affordable, high-quality sim racing cockpits and peripherals, introduced a rather niche new product. Check out the Trak Racer TRZ motorcycle racing simulator. The post Trak Racer TRZ Motorcycle Racing Simulator Up For Pre-Order app
Elgato Stream Deck for iRacing: Setup and Best Uses
The Elgato Stream Deck is one of the most popular button box alternatives in sim racing. Because it doubles as a streaming tool, it fits naturally into a cockpit setup where you also want OBS control, Discord management, and quick chat macros on the same device. The short answer is yes, it works with iRacing, and it works well. Also See Best Budget Sim Racing Setup for iRacing Under $500 iRacing t
Choosing the Perfect Sim Racing Cockpit Setup
Building a sim racing rig is exciting… until, six months later, you realize your cockpit is no longer enough. Changing it means taking apart half your setup: wheel, pedals, seat, monitors, accessories… and adjusting everything again. Choosing wisely from the start not only saves money, it also prevents headaches and weeks of fine-tuning. After years […] The post Choosing the Perfect Sim Raci
New Trak Racer Announcements: Licensed Cockpits, Truck Rig & FFB Controller Revealed
Trak Racer used the SimRacing Expo Charlotte stage to reveal a number of new sim racing rigs, including licensed cockpits from Aston Martin and Porsche. Make no mistake: Trak Racer's announcement of the TRZ Motorcycle Simulator, was the brand's biggest reveal at SimRacing Expo Charlotte. But they were not finished there: Instead, multiple rigs for sim racers who prefer cars were announce
Real Tips to Survive Building Your First Sim Racing Cockpit
Building your first sim racing rig is not just about “taking things out of a box and screwing them together.” If you’re stepping up from a Logitech wheel to an aluminum chassis, get ready for an experience that’s just as intense as it is exciting. Here are the real tips I wish I’d had before […] The post Real Tips to Survive Building Your First Sim Racing Cockpit appeared f
Racing Line Explained: Late vs Geometric Apex (with diagrams)
The racing line is the fastest path through a corner. Here's what late apex and geometric apex actually mean, with three diagrams and the sim-racing case for each. You're reading Racing Line Explained: Late vs Geometric Apex (with diagrams) , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
What Is Understeer? The Sim Racer’s Plain-English Guide
Understeer is when the front tyres break grip first and the car runs wide. Here's how it feels through a sim wheel, what causes it, and how to fix it. You're reading What Is Understeer? The Sim Racer’s Plain-English Guide , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
iRacing Promo Codes 2026: Verified Discount Codes for Membership
iRacing rotate their promo codes every few months and most aggregator sites are months out of date. Here are the codes I've verified live in mid-2026, plus the redemption walkthrough and the gear that makes iRacing properly enjoyable. You're reading iRacing Promo Codes 2026: Verified Discount Codes for Membership , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
What Is a Button Box and Do You Need One?
A button box for iRacing might seem like a luxury accessory, but it solves a real problem that every sim racer faces eventually. When you run out of buttons on your steering wheel, you start reaching for the keyboard mid-race. That costs time, breaks immersion, and sometimes causes mistakes at the worst possible moment. In this guide, we explain exactly what a button box is, what you can use it fo
Fanatec 2026 Spring Deals
Fanatec 2026 Spring Deals As part of its Spring Deals promotion, Fanatec is now offering various products with discounts of up to 12 per cent. The offers are valid until 4 May. Fanatec EU Price List (Euro) Fanatec is now offering various products with discounts ranging from four per cent (ClubSport DD+) to twelve per cent (CSL Cockpit V1.5). The cockpit and the manufacturer’s various best-selling
AZ Racing SV‑R Review — The Lightest Full‑Size Cockpit I’ve Ever Tested
AZ Racing SV‑R Review — The Lightest Full‑Size Cockpit I’ve Ever Tested
Fanatec: Spring Deals are live!
Fanatec is entering a new sales period. These Spring Deals are a great opportunity to get some of the company’s latest hardware at a reduced price. Let’s take a look. We’d like to share details about our upcoming Spring Deals campaign, featuring our strongest offers since the end of last year. Spring Deals Campaign: Start: April […] The post Fanatec: Spring Deals are live! appeared first on
How to Learn a New Track Faster in Sim Racing
Featured Image: my Radical SR3 rsx at Brands Hatch Learning a new track used to take me an evening. Now it’s more like 20 laps. The difference isn’t more talent… You're reading How to Learn a New Track Faster in Sim Racing , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Do You Need a Sim Racing Rig for iRacing?
The short answer is no, you do not need a sim racing rig to enjoy iRacing. Plenty of competitive drivers race from a desk with a wheel clamped to the edge and pedals on the floor. A dedicated cockpit makes the experience better, but it is not required, and understanding when a rig becomes worthwhile helps you spend your money at the right time. This guide gives you an honest breakdown of desk setu
What Do I Need to Sim Race?
How to Get Into Sim Racing Sim Racing, like all forms of sports simulation such as golf, cricket or baseball, will take a little equipment to get into. Cost as a barrier to entry is reducing with more cost-based market-friendly products such as Trak Racer’s upcoming TR5 Hybrid Racing Cockpit, and with consoles and PCs becoming more widely available. What Do I Need to Start Sim Racing? In terms of
Meet The Incredible Subaru WRX STI Sim Racing Rig Built By An OverTake Member
OverTake member Alex Erceanu went all out when building his sim rig: The cockpit is an incredible recreation of a Subaru WRX STI's. Sim racing cockpits come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Some are foldable and practical, others are aluminium extrusion-based beasts with countless cool accessories mounted to them - and there is pretty much everything in between. For OverTake member @AlexErce
What Is Sim Racing?
Simulation Racing (Sim Racing) is the practice of driving and racing virtual cars using realistic hardware and software. By combining advanced physics engines with specialised equipment like steering wheels, pedals, and racing cockpits, Sim Racing allows drivers to experience high-level motorsport from the comfort of home. Whether you're a casual player or a competitive driver, Sim Racing delivers
Fanatec: Save 15% on F1 Bundle and CSL Cockpit
Fanatec is renewing its offer of F1 tagged items. We can now access F1 bundles (steering wheels and pedals) from the CSL range. The CSL Cockpit is also on sale. Let’s take a look. F1 Partnership Promotions – Now Live To celebrate our F1 partnership announced this week, we’ve activated special discounts on the following […] The post Fanatec: Save 15% on F1 Bundle and CSL Cockpit appeare
MOZA Lamborghini Revuelto Steering Wheel Review: Form Over Function
The MOZA Lamborghini Revuelto is a £379 replica steering wheel built from the real car’s CAD data. It’s flat-bottomed, D-shaped, loaded with 34 mappable inputs, and wrapped in microfiber leather… You're reading MOZA Lamborghini Revuelto Steering Wheel Review: Form Over Function , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
Pimax Crystal Light & Crystal Super Settings Guide for Sim Racing & Flight Simulation
Pimax’s Crystal Light and Crystal Super cram more pixels per eye than any other headset you can buy. They are gorgeous panels with exceptional performance capabilities compared to their peers.… You're reading Pimax Crystal Light & Crystal Super Settings Guide for Sim Racing & Flight Simulation , a sim racing article that appeared first on SIMRACINGCOCKPIT.GG .
TrackTime Series One Sim Racing Cockpit Now Available
TrackTime Series One Sim Racing Cockpit Now Available Die neuen Track-Time-Cockpits sind ab sofort im Online-Shop des deutschen Anbieters ab einem Preis von rund 799 Euro erhältlich und können dort konfiguriert und bestellt werden. Der Konfigurator bietet eine Vielzahl von Optionen, mit denen sich das Rig, vor allem durch die beleuchteten Panele an den seitlichen Profilen, von der Masse der Mitbew
Trak Racer Flight Simulator Seat Review
A Good Budget Flight Sim Seat? If you’re building a flight simulator cockpit, one of the most overlooked parts of the setup is the seat. Yokes, throttles, rudder pedals, and flight sticks tend to get all the attention, but the thing you’re actually sitting on matters just as much during longer sessions. That brings us […] The post Trak Racer Flight Simulator Seat Review appeared first on Boo