We have put together a selection of the latest SimRacing bargains for you.

Attention racing game fans and SimRacer! Not only for Black Friday, but also the weeks before and after, you can expect numerous offers from SimRacing software providers and SimRacing hardware manufacturers. We have put together a selection of the latest bargains for you.

<h2>Software</h2>

Assetto Corsa Competizione - 50% off on PlayStation 4 and 60% off on Steam
<a href="https://store.playstation.com/de-de/product/EP4040-CUSA17266_00-ACCOMP0000000000" target="_blank">Assetto Corsa Competizione (playstation.com) </a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/805550/Assetto_Corsa_Competizione/" target="_blank">https://store.steampowered.com/app/805550/Assetto_Corsa_Competizione/</a>

rFactor2 - 50% off in Steam and special offers for DLC packages
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Project CARS 3 - 34% cheaper on Steam 
<a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/958400/Project_CARS_3/" target="_blank">https://store.steampowered.com/app/958400/Project_CARS_3/</a>

F1 2020 - 50% off on PlayStation 4 and on Steam
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WRC 9 PS4 - 50% off on PlayStation Store
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GT Sport - 50% off on PlayStation Store
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Automobilista 1 - 75% cheaper on Steam 
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Automobilista 2 - 50% cheaper on Steam 
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DiRT Rally 2.0 and DiRT Rally 2.0 Game of the Year Edition - save 75%
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<h2>Hardware</h2>
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Fanatec - Black Friday Sale - 20% off 
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Sim Lab - save 12% on all products
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SIMUCUBE– 10% VRS Black Friday 
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SimRacing offers 2020

All SimRacing Black Friday offers and fall promotions 2020

Joshua Rogers and Ayhancan Güven from Team Coanda Simsport were victorious in the Championship Race in the second round of the VCO ProSIM SERIES.

E-Sports Racer Joshua Rogers and Real-World Pro Ayhancan Güven from Team Coanda Simsport snatched victory in the Championship Race and with it a prize money of 1,625 US dollars, while Real-Word racer Laurin Heinrich won the Fun Race in the Super Late Model on the popular US circuit in Road Atlanta.

The race evening also opened with the Fun Race in the second round, but in contrast to the previous week with the Real World professionals at the wheel. The driver Laurin Heinrich, known from the Porsche Carrera Cup, took the poetry position and was also able to outperform his opponents in the race. The Super Late Models, which were actually designed for short tracks, provided a lot of fun, numerous crashes and action-packed maneuvers. Matt Campbell and Philipp Eng. secured second and third place.

Laurin Heinrich: "Winning the Fun Race was a great feeling. I really like it when you have to get used to completely new conditions in a very short time. I don't think any of us have ever driven a car like this before, and that's why I really enjoyed getting used to it in such a short time and setting consistent and fast lap times".

Race result (Top 10):
1st place: Laurin Heinrich
2nd place: Matt Campbell +4.371 sec.
3rd place: Philipp Eng +7,975
4th place: Kelvin van der Linde +8,459
5th place: Sage Karam +11,294
6th place: Scott Andrews +16.825
7th place: Eduardo Barrichello +17,225
8th place: Elias Seppänen +21,086
9th place: Danny Kroes +21,377
10th place: Nick Foster +25,324

<img src="/api/static/a91ed1fd6124a7104c4ee428ce1521af.png" alt="VCO ProSIM SERIES R2" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

In the second Championship Race of the season, Joshua Rogers (Coanda Simsport; 2:00.265 minutes) took pole position, just ahead of rival Maximilian Benecke (Team Redline; +0.040 seconds). The 22-year-old Real-World Pro Ayhancan Güven increased Rogers' lead after the pit stop and clinched a commanding victory for Team Coanda Simsport. The SimRacing experts Maximilian Benecke (Team Redline), Alejandro Sánchez (MSi eSports) and Sebastian Job (Red Bull Racing Esports) fought a tough three-way battle for the other podium places. At the end of the race, Benecke's team mate Lorenzo Colombo secured second place ahead of Matt Campbell. Benecke retains the lead in the overall E-Sports Racer standings. In the Real-World Pros, Güven leads after his victory.

Joshua Rogers (Coanda Simsport): "It was a lot of fun, Bathurst is simply my track. It was still very demanding. At the first event I didn't show the best performance, so it was all the better to be able to take home the victory now".

Race result (Top 10):
1st place: Güven / Rogers (Coanda Simsport)
2nd place: Colombo / Benecke (Team Redline) +5,498 sec.
3rd place: Campbell / Bouteloup (Coanda Simsport) +10,884
4th place: Heinrich / Carroll (Red Bull Racing Esports) +11.038
5th place: Eng / Job (Red Bull Racing Esports) +12,848
6th place: Train / Sánchez (MSi eSports) +13,541
7th place: Nesov / Holzmann (Red Bull Racing Esports) +16.212
8th place: Grinbergas / Ostgaard (Coanda Simsport) +16,570
9th place: Karam / Bakkum (Coanda Simsport) +22,437
10th place: Van der Linde / Schothorst (Team Redline) +33,295

VCO ProSIM SERIES Round 2

Spectacular racing action at Mount Panorama in the VCO ProSIM SERIES

After the cancellation of the motorsport festival at the Nürburgring, the digital replacement program has now also been cancelled.

The organizers of the ADAC SimRacing Expo had envisioned something different: After the cancellation of the motorsport festival at the Nürburgring in September, the digital replacement program "Super Sim December" was to bring the year to a fitting close. Now the Corona lockdown is also putting a damper on the digital program.

November 26th, 2020 – The organizers of the ADAC SimRacing Expo are pulling the rip cord. The planned Super Sim December – as a digital replacement for the annual ADAC SimRacing Expo – is cancelled. The comprehensive digital offer of streams, online races and product demonstrations will not take place in December 2020 as planned due to the tightened regulations in connection with COVID-19.

Safety first: Super Sim December cancelled

The organizers from ADAC Mittelrhein and cowana deeply regret the cancellation, but the welfare of all employees and production teams had top priority, according to the managing directors of both companies. The Corona pandemic has also made the search for partners and sponsors particularly difficult, as many companies are currently managing their budget plans rather cautiously.

The organizers constantly publish further information on <a href="https://www.simracingexpo.de/" target="_blank">www.simracingexpo.de</a> and the social media channels <a href="https://www.facebook.com/simracingexpo/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adac_simracing_expo/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/SimRacingExpo" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/952bdf77f9ddb5721ef7c17a911ed5c6.png" alt="SSD 2020 cancelled" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

About ADAC Mittelrhein e.V.:
With its more than 730,000 members, ADAC Mittelrhein e.V. covers the regions around Koblenz and Trier, the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate, Mainz, and parts of Rhinehessen. ADAC Travel &amp; Event Mittelrhein GmbH, as a wholly owned subsidiary of ADAC Mittelrhein e.V., is the organizer of the ADAC SimRacing Expo and thus one of the largest gaming trade fairs in virtual motor sports.

About co|wana GmbH:
co|wana GmbH, based in the district of Fürth, is a full-service marketing agency that has been at home in the electronic entertainment industry for many years and has been jointly responsible for the organization of the ADAC SimRacing Expo since 2018. The clientele of co|wana includes ADAC Mittelrhein e. V., Bethesda Softworks, Red Bull and Constantin Film. Under the brand media|lounge, the team organizes, among other things, a 1,000 square meter joint fair stand at the gamescom in Cologne. In addition, co|wana GmbH operates various websites, has its own esports teams and a streaming studio at the company's headquarters.

Press contact:
co|wana GmbH
Florian Lenhart
Kapell-Leite 1
90579 Langenzenn
Email: presse@simracingexpo.de
Phone.: +49 9101/90 07 132

Super Sim December cancelled

The digital ADAC SimRacing Expo is cancelled

The E-Sports-Racing-Championat of the Virtual Competition Organisation (VCO) on iRacing goes into the next round today at 8:00 pm.

After last week's successful season opener, the VCO ProSIM SERIES continues to pick up speed. On Wednesday, 25 November at 8 pm (CET), the E-Sports-Racing-Championship of the Virtual Competition Organisation (VCO) will enter its next round on iRacing. Once again, 92 drivers from real or virtual teams and race series will be taking part in the event, fighting in mixed driver pairs for positions and points in the overall standings of the "Fun Race" and "Championship Race".

Voting will continue on the VCO's Twitter channel until Wednesday, 17:30, which will determine the course for the "Championship Race". At the time of the VCO press release, Mount Panorama was ahead with 64 percent of the approximately 400 votes cast so far. Voters are Charlotte (Roval), Mount Panorama in Bathurst, Monza (Grand Prix) and Snetterton (300).

At the season opener, Formula 1 star Max Verstappen reached into his bag of tricks and activated his 1.4 million Twitter followers in favor of the decision for Motegi (GP circuit). Almost 21,000 votes were cast in this voting. In addition to E-Sports racer and double winner of the first race Maximilian Benecke (Team Redline), professional racers Philipp Eng and Robert Wickens also spoke about their expectations for the second event in the series, which will be broadcast LIVE on YouTube on Wednesday from 8 p.m.

<img src="/api/static/012e651ff61daad2a97188d9a1d543fb.png" alt="VCO ProSIM Series R2 Pic 1" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

Voices before the second event of the VCO ProSIM SERIES:

Maximilian Benecke (Esports Racer, Team Redline): "It felt very good to win the premiere race. We tested on some tracks in the run-up and had the big advantage that Max Verstappen was there. Nevertheless it was a hard fight. It was all very close, but Max did an excellent job and winning the first race was the perfect start to the season. Hopefully we can pick up where we left off. All in all, the level at which we are driving is extremely high. The best e-sports racers like Sebastian Job, Joshua Rogers and many others are there, plus some of the best 'real-world' pros who are also very fast in the virtual world. We can all compete with each other, which makes for great races".
Philipp Eng: "It is fantastic to be part of the VCO ProSIM Series. Before the first race I was totally nervous, because I know all these guys like Maximilian Benecke or Sebastian Job, because I follow the streams. To compete against them now - or with them, as I do with Sebastian from Red Bull Racing Esports - is unbelievable. The topic is getting bigger and bigger and I myself feel like the amateur in a Pro-Am line-up. Because I still don't have the speed of the top guys. But I am slowly getting there. It's a lot of fun, we have a good time, and we can't thank the VCO enough for putting together this great show."
Robert Wickens: "E-Sports Racing gives me the chance to compete again. As you know, I have unfortunately missed this in the past years. I always knew that the racing simulation would be my first step on the way back to professional racing. It is the much cheaper way to find out which hand control system I need to be able to race at the highest level again. And that is my big goal. 2020 was a crazy year for everyone, but for me personally it was also a very good year. A lot of racers have come to E-Sports Racing and have created a very big platform. I was finally able to participate in competitions again and hopefully get a 'kick start' on my way back. The Formula 3 car that we drive on the iRacing platform is the perfect model for me. It is more forgiving than other cars and helps me not to get off the track so often.

<img src="/api/static/b18cb9d018206476d436fad900dc9d2f.png" alt="VCO ProSIM Series R2 Pic 2" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>Schedule VCO ProSIM SERIES, Round 2 (all times CET)</h2>

20:00 Start of transmission
20:05-20:15 Fun Race - Qualifying
20:20-20:40 Fun Race
20:50-21:00 Championship Race - Qualifying
21:10-21:50 Championship Race
22:00 End of transmission

<h2>VCO ProSIM SERIES racing calendar</h2>
18 November, 25 November, 16 December, 2 January, 20 January, 10 February, 3 March, 31 March (changes possible)

VCO ProSIM SERIES R2 Teaser

VCO ProSIM SERIES enters the second round

We have summarized all virtual races of this week for you in a preview.

While most real racing series have come to an end after a short but intense racing season, racers and teams are increasingly devoting themselves to virtual racing series again. This winter, the rapidly growing SimRacing community can look forward to numerous new and familiar virtual racing series and will not have to do without the weekly dose of adrenaline and racing even during the cold months. 

To make sure you don't lose track of the current virtual races and their live streams this week, we have summarized all the races for you in a preview.

rFactor 2 | GTM 2020 II | Event 6 Lime Rock Park
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 24.11.20, 20:05 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJokBD0K_jQ" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJokBD0K_jQ </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

VRMPC - Race #8 Zandvoort
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 25.11.20, 19:35 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAKGJffIGm0" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAKGJffIGm0</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

VCO ProSIM SERIES 
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 25.11.20, 20:00 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6USz8n3tkG8" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6USz8n3tkG8 </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

iRacing | Porsche Cup VIII 2020 – Lauf 7 @ WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca – Virtualracing.org
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 26.11.20, 20:00 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6HAWHU3yY0" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6HAWHU3yY0 </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

AOSC Super Series | Round 14 at Sebring International
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 27.11.20, 10:00 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUnF1UKLkbQ" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUnF1UKLkbQ </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Virtual Racing School | vVLN 2020 | vVLN-8
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 27.11.20, 20:05 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/RacespotTv/featured" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/RacespotTv/featured </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

IMSA Sportscar Championship | Round 11 at Silverstone
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 27.11.20, 21:45 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQDKVh8YYpE" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQDKVh8YYpE</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Digitale Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (DNLS) - H&amp;R 3h-RENNEN
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 28.11.20, 11:40 – 12:45 CET Qualifying &amp; 13:00 CET Start of the Race</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU0BQ0FK1X-t1MXw_6q9yQ" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU0BQ0FK1X-t1MXw_6q9yQ</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Jimmy Broadbent's Race for Mental Health 2 - 23 Hours of Zolder
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 28.11.20, 14:00 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eRyXBiTD-Y" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eRyXBiTD-Y </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Grand Prix Legends | Round 11 | Circuit of The Americas
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 28.11.20, 14:30 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISS1PjP9tC8" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISS1PjP9tC8 </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

VRS V8SCOPS 2020 | Round 15 | Road America
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 29.11.20, 08:00 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMO24t0e3wY" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMO24t0e3wY</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

rFactor2 | VRDTS 2020-II | E07 - Italien - Misano GP
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 29.11.20, 20:50 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWqOhJvE3Rs" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWqOhJvE3Rs </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

BMW M4 &amp; M8 COMPETITION Sponsored by Mondello Park in association with Motorsport Ireland
<ul>
<li>Date and time: 29.11.20, 21:30 CET</li>
<li>Livestream: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjofXmq7OBU" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjofXmq7OBU </a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

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The team around Formula 1 star Romain Grosjean also celebrates a double victory in the fourth round at the Nürburgring.

R8G Esports' winning streak in the rFactor 2 GT Pro Series powered by VCO continues. The team around Formula 1 star Romain Grosjean also celebrates a double victory in the fourth round at the Nürburgring. After the start-finish victory of title defender Erhan Jajovski in the sprint race, his team mate Hany Alsabti was able to prevail on the Grand Prix circuit after exciting duels and celebrate his third victory of the season.

Their teammate Yuri Kasdorp, also driving a Corvette, was able to advance from fourth to second place thanks to a good start in the sprint race. Third place went to Kevin Siggy, the only SimRacer in the field driving a BMW.

In the main race, in which the top 10 from the sprint race started in reverse order, Alsabti was able to prevail against Dennis Jordan (Corvette, Evolution Motorsports) and Nikodem Wisniewski (Williams Esports) after thrilling duels. Wisniewski secured the silver rank, Joonas Raivio (Corvette, Zansho) completed the podium in third place.

Hany Alsabti (R8G Esports): "Having Nikodem Wisniewski directly behind me meant that I had to overtake Dennis Jordan as quickly as possible. I tried to overtake him in the hairpin, but the manoeuvre was not quite clean and so Nikodem had the chance to overtake both of us. Nikodem did everything to stay in front, but my tire management was better and that gave me the chance to overtake in the first corner, which worked out pretty well. Overall I am not happy about my manoeuvre against Dennis, but winning all the main races I have participated in means a lot to me".

In the overall standings Jajovski is leading with 597 points. Alsabti and Jernej Simoncic (Burst Esport) follow with 23 and 28 points behind. The next races of the rFactor 2 GT Pro Series powered by VCO will take place on December 7th in Indianapolis.

<img src="/api/static/b34d3af9ffec4d669dbeacdf9050d168.png" alt="R8G Esports dominates GT Pro Series Pic 1" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>Race Calendar rFactor 2 GT Pro Series powered by VCO</h2>
October 12: Sebring
October 26: Portland
November 9: VIR
23 November: Nürburgring
December 7: Indianapolis
21 December: Spa-Francorchamps

R8G Esports dominates GT Pro Series

R8G Esports dominates the rFactor 2 GT Pro Series powered by VCO

On Wednesday there were lap-long wheel-to-wheel duels at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps as part of the F1 Esports Series.

The F1 Esports Series delivered two exciting races on Wednesday evening at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps. Nicolas Longuet from Renault Vitality Red Bull Racing E-Sports professional Frede Rasmussen won each race.

Longuet recorded his very first victory in the series, while Rasmussen won for the second time this year. Both races were characterized by a clever strategy, a strong defense in the duel and explosive last laps.

The title candidates Rasmussen and Longuet fought a duel in the last two laps of the 18-lap wheel-to-wheel race. By a penalty for Rasmussen, Longuet was able to hold on to his victory. Dani Moreno from McLaren Shadow completed the podium.

<img src="/api/static/4bf3b6a51c0d3e4a4f9c1112691df389.png" alt="F1 Esports Series Pic 1" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

Hungarian Dani Bereznay is known for his affinity with Spa-Francorchamps, the venue of the eighth round of the championship. In a cat-and-mouse game with the Red Bull Racing duo of Rasmussen and Marcel Kiefer. In the bus stop chicane shortly before the end of the race, Bereznay dared a risky maneuver and was able to take second place ahead of Kiefer. With this maneuver he was also crowned Aramco F1 Esports driver of the day.

In the driver ranking Opmeer is leading with 135 points and Rasmussen 13 points behind. Kiefer is still within striking distance with 117 points. Longuet is fourth in the championship with 87 points and Bereznay is currently fifth. Meanwhile, Red Bull is extending its lead in the team classification, with Alfa Romeo just behind. Renault holds the bronze position in the classification.

The F1 Esports Pro Series is already back on Thursday, November 19. The qualifying from the historic Monza circuit in Italy will be broadcast live on Twitch and YouTube from 15:30 GMT. The race will then be fully broadcast later at 19:30 GMT on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook and on TV with selected broadcast partners.

F1 Esports Series Run 3 Teaser

F1 Esports Series: Longuet and Rasmussen win third event

SimRacing professional Maximilian Benecke and Formula 1 star Max Verstappen dominated the "Championship Race" on the virtual circuit Twin Ring Motegi.

The winner of the spectacular debut of the VCO ProSIM SERIES was Team Redline. SimRacing professional Maximilian Benecke and Formula 1 star Max Verstappen dominated the "Championship Race" on the virtual circuit Twin Ring Motegi, securing the lead in the overall standings and prize money of 1,000 US dollars. Benecke also won the "Fun Race" previously at Watkins Glen in the iconic Lotus 79.

In the 20-minute "Fun Race" on the virtual race track in Watkins Glen, the E-Sports racers fought exciting slipstream duels and numerous position battles. Pole setter Sebastian Job held the lead for a long time, but spun after a duel with Maximilian Benecke. Maarten van Loozenoord from Team R8G Esports and Martin Krönke from Coanda Simsport finished second and third.&nbsp;

Maximilian Benecke (Team Redline): "It was great fun. Unfortunately the duel with Sebastian Job didn't last until the end, but it was still a great race. It's very good for me to see that I can drive at the highest level in different cars.

<img src="/api/static/fd3aaa81f07469065bba1fe6e9f463ff.png" alt="VCO ProSIM SERIES Fun" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

Result "Fun Race" (Top 10):
<ul>
<li>1st place: Maximilian Benecke (Team Redline)</li>
<li>2nd place: Maarten van Loozenoord (R8G Esports) +0.387</li>
<li>3rd place: Martin Krönke (Coanda Simsport) +0.693</li>
<li>4th place: Joshua K Rogers (Coanda Simsport) +4,175</li>
<li>5th place: Sindre Setsaas (CoRe SimRacing) +4.976</li>
<li>6th place: Samuel Libeert (CoRe SimRacing) +5.606</li>
<li>7th place: Kay Kaschube (BS+COMPETITION) +8,866</li>
<li>8th place: Pablo López (Iberia) +9.044</li>
<li>9th place: Simone Maria Marcenò (Altus Esports) +9,274</li>
<li>10th place: Jeremy Bouteloup (Coanda Simsport) +10,536</li>
</ul>

Formula 1 race winner Max Verstappen took pole position in qualifying at the Twin Ring Motegi in the Dallara Formula 3 car, while his team-mate Benecke, as the starting driver, converted the position into a comfortable lead. After the pit stop, he continued his faultless performance in qualifying and at the finish had a 5.831-second lead over Sebastian Job and Philipp Eng from the Red Bull Racing Esports team. The bronze medal went to their Red Bull team mates Patrik Holzmann and Alexey Nesov.

Max Verstappen (Team Redline): "It was simply a wonderful race. Maxi has already put us in an excellent position. For me it was all about bringing the race home. I tried to set the best lap times without taking too much risk. I am happy to be back at the top of the podium again. I didn't really have much time to practice in the simulator because of the tight Formula 1 race calendar. Nevertheless, I will try to participate in as many races as possible".

Pole position:
Max Verstappen (Team Redline) 1:45.447 min.

Result "Championship Race" (Top 10):
<ul>
<li>1st place: Verstappen / Benecke (Team Redline)</li>
<li>2nd place: Eng / Job (Red Bull Racing Esports) +5,831</li>
<li>3rd place: Nesov / Holzmann (Red Bull Racing Esports) +11.990</li>
<li>4th place: Heinrich / Carroll (Red Bull Racing Esports) +12,297</li>
<li>5th place: Güven / Rogers (Coanda Simsport) +12,595</li>
<li>6th place: Karam / Bakkum (Coanda Simsport) +16,869</li>
<li>7th place: Hyman / Luding (Simrc) +17,243</li>
<li>8th place: Spengler / Krönke (Coanda Simsport) +23,870</li>
<li>9th place: Foley / Voss (BS+COMPETITION) +29,842</li>
<li>10th place: Seppänen / Kaschube (BS+COMPETITION) +30,219</li>
</ul>

<img src="/api/static/e5dc40c896cabcfb55e5531e71838edf.png" alt="VCO ProSIM SERIES Champ" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

VCO ProSIM SERIES racing calendar:
18 November, 25 November, 16 December, 2 January, 20 January, 10 February, 3 March, 31 March (changes possible)

Double Victory Team Redline

Double victory for Team Redline at the season opener of the VCO ProSIM SERIES

To celebrate the upcoming release of the Spa-Francorchamps DLC, a 3-hour invitation race will be held on the winding Ardennes rollercoaster.

To celebrate the upcoming release of the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps DLC, developer Studio 397 will present a 3-hour invitation-only race on the winding Ardennes rollercoaster on December 4th. Real racers, top SimRacing pilots, community racers and rFactor 2 experts will compete in LMP2 and GTE race cars and promise exciting racing action on the Belgian circuit.

The frame racing series will be Tatuu's F.3 T318 formula cars and Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars, which will compete in two 25-minute sprint races before the main event. You have the opportunity to qualify for the sprint races yourself via a hot-lap competition. The hot lap competition starts on Friday, November 20 and ends on Friday, November 27 at 23:59 CET.

On Friday, December 4, you can watch the entire race action from 19:00 CET. Live coverage of the support races will be available between 19:00 and 20:30 CET on the rFactor 2 Twitch channel. The endurance race will be broadcast from 20:30 CET on the WTF1 YouTube channel.

<h2>Event schedule (all times CET)</h2>
19:00 - 19:30 | F3 Qualifying (25 minutes)
19:30 - 20:00 | F3 race (25 minutes)
19:30 - 20:00 | Porsche Cup Qualifying (25 minutes)
20:00 - 20:30 | Porsche Cup Race (25 minutes)
20:30 - 21:00 | Spa Invitational Qualifying (25 minutes)
21:00 - 00:00 | Spa Invitational Race (180 minutes)

Spa 3h Invitational

rFactor 2 and WTF1 present Spa 3H Invitational Special Event

As part of the November update, all players should ensure that they migrate to the 64-bit race simulation build in the future.

The latest build of rFactor 2 includes a number of important changes and the end of 32-bit support for rFactor 2, and all players should ensure that they migrate to the 64-bit race simulation build in the future. In addition, the development team around Studio 397 recommends that players migrate to the new user interface to take full advantage of the various new features and optimizations in the software.

In addition, everything is ready for the release of the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps DLC, which is scheduled for Friday, November 20. Virtual Reality users can expect further improvements.

<img src="/api/static/6e334494370e32252880ccbf1e354de0.png" alt="Major November update for rFactor 2" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>CHANGELOG</h2>
<ul>
<li>Removed the 32 bits builds, we are now officially 64 bit only. To ease the transition, we have left some 32 bit utilities in their usual locations for this build only. Please migrate and report any issues you might have.</li>
<ul>
<li>Note: there is a known issue that the ModMgr.exe inside Bin64 folder on SteamCMD dedicated server distributions may crash when toggling certain settings. Please use ModMgr.exe inside Bin32 folder for now.</li>
</ul>
<li>Changed the way the new UI gets rendered, making it smooth even when the back-end is busy.</li>
<li>Fixed several memory leaks and a possible crash on changing graphics settings in-game.</li>
<li>Ensured that when a user is entering text in a text field, keys he/she presses don’t accidentally trigger other controls.</li>
<li>Fixed the mouse cursor from going missing when pressing ESC in VR after driving the car.</li>
<li>Fixed an issue where sometimes when restarting or forwarding sessions, the UI would not (re)appear after that transition.</li>
<li>Fixed several aspect-ratio related rendering issues with the new UI.</li>
<li>Fixed the new UI being one pixel too wide and too high on triples.</li>
<li>Added new VR flat desktop mirror. Please note this is only available in the new UI on the public_beta branch.</li>
<li>Controller profiles</li>
<ul>
<li>Simagic M10 new profile added.</li>
<li>VRS Direct Force Pro corrected typo in controller profile.</li>
</ul>
<li>Re-enabled &amp; Improved Sun God Rays / Light Flare settings (requires PostFX enabled, mostly only visible when the sun is occluded slightly)</li>
<li>Tweaks to Air Pollution colour blending and params</li>
<li>Corrected Moon Brightness</li>
<li>Reviewed various lighting parameters</li>
<li>Moved “Atmospherics” section for Track Weather file (.WET) to Track Game Database file (.GDB)</li>
<li>Added option for static mappers to disable omni lights</li>
<li>Fixed auto static mapper assignment, so Static01 mapper is auto assigned only. (prevent mappers for specific situations being auto assigned to assets)</li>
<li>Fixes for issues with No Rain Zones including when falling back to bounding box, and sorting issues with the currently rendered no rain zones.</li>
<li>Fixed an issue where reflections would stop updating after rejoining track</li>
<li>Fix for track side cameras not always showing the correct number of objects</li>
<li>Updated PBR track shaders to make use of new sampler methods to allow for more textures to be used.</li>
<li>Fixed an issue where DXT1 and DXT5 textures would not sample sRGB when they should when using new sampler method (This was an issue on the Road Shader only previously)</li>
<li>Fixed a rare issue causing texture animations to stop working</li>
<li>IBL Road and IBL Curb:</li>
<ul>
<li>Added ability to use a second normal map (overlay on road, switch on curbs)</li>
<li>Tweaked Groove Blending logic (This may result in more noticeable dust, you may wish to tone this down in your Road Details Map)</li>
<li>Updated default settings for Groove &amp; Dust IBL Standard</li>
<li>Fixed some issues with the Detail Map</li>
</ul>
<li>IBL Standard &amp; Blend</li>
<ul>
<li>Added option to use detail map as an alpha masked decal IBL Standard Blend</li>
<li>Added the option to use a detail map with the same logic as IBL Standard</li>
<li>Removed Multiply Square albedo blending mode, since this can be achieved by saving the texture in the correct format.</li>
</ul>
<li>IBL Terrain:</li>
<ul>
<li>Added the ability to set per Albedo strengths for Pattern map</li>
<li>Added an optional splatter overlay map, which applies alpha to specular mask</li>
<li>Added Albedo Tinting to Specular on Terrain Shaders</li>
</ul>
<li>IBL Vegetation</li>
<ul>
<li>Added a new Vegetation Specific shader, which contains only appropriate logic from IBL Standard</li>
<li>Added Specular Tinting with a static colour in the Vegetation Shader.</li>
</ul>
</ul>

Major November update for rFactor 2

Patch Notes: Major November update for rFactor 2 with Spa-Francorchamps

Lauf 1: 09.09.20 - Hockenheim National

Lauf 2: 23.09.20 - Loch Drummond Long Layout

Lauf 3: 07.10.20 - Anglesey Circuit International GP

Lauf 4: 23.10.20 - Atlanta Motorsport Park

Lauf 5: 04.11.20 - Portland Full Course

Lauf 6: 18.11.20 - Lime Rock Park West Bend Chicane

Lauf 7: 02.12.20 - Zwartkops Raceway

Lauf 8: 16.12.20 - Ahvenisto Race Circuit Park

Lauf 1 15.09.20 - NOLA C-Course

Lauf 2 29.09.20 - Watkins Glen Boot - No Chicane

Lauf 3 13.10.2020 - Road Atlanta

Lauf 4 27.10.2020 - Mosport

Lauf 5 10.11.2020 - Portland Full Circuit

Lauf 6 24.11.2020 - Lime Rock Park - Uphill Chicane

Lauf 7 08.12.2020 - Mid Ohio - No Chicane

Lauf 8 22.12.2020 - Bathurst Mount Panorama

Lauf 1 28.02.2020 - Sebring International Raceway

Lauf 2 27.03.2020 - Interlagos

Lauf 3 08.05.2020 - Le Mans

Lauf 4 19.06.2020 - Watkins Glen

Lauf 5 11.09.2020 - Mosport

Lauf 6 23.10.2020 - Suzuka

Lauf 7 04.12.2020 - TBA

Lauf 1 06.09.2020 - Red Bull Ring

Lauf 2 20.08.2020 - Istanbul Park

Lauf 3 04.10.2020 - Lausitzring

Lauf 4 18.10.2020 - Norisring

Lauf 5 01.11.2020 - Zandvoort

Lauf 6 15.11.2020 - Hockenheimring

Lauf 7 29.11.2020 - Misano

Lauf 8 13.12.2020 - Interlagos

Lauf 1: 14.08.20 - Red Bull Ring

Lauf 2: 30.08.20 - Spa-Francorchamps

Lauf 3: 13.09.20 - Silverstone 

Lauf 4: 27.09.20 - Baku

Lauf 5: 11.10.20 - Istanbul

Lauf 6: 25.10.20 - Zandvoort

Lauf 7: 08.11.20 - Budapest

Lauf 8: 22.11.20 - Fuji

Lauf 9: 06.12.20 - Suzuka

Lauf 10: 20.12.20 - Sao Paulo

Lauf 1: 21.11.20 - Sebering 12h Layout

Lauf 1: 09.09.20 - Nürburgring GP

Lauf 2: 23.09.20 - Shanghai GP

Lauf 3: 07.10.20 - Dubai Autodrome GP

Lauf 4: 21.10.20 - Spa-Francorchamps GP

Lauf 5: 04.11.20 - Road America GP

Lauf 6: 18.11.20 - Suzuka GP

Lauf 7: 02.12.20 - Paul Ricard 1C-V2

Lauf 8: 16.12.20 - Zandvoort GP

Lauf 1: 26.01.20 - Nürburgring

Lauf 2: 23.02.20 - Silverstone

Lauf 3: 22.03.20 - Bathurst

Lauf 4: 19.04.20 - Imola

Lauf 5: 17.05.20 - Zolder

Lauf 6: 14.06.20 - Spa

Lauf 7: 06.09.20 - Dubai

Lauf 8: 04.10.20 - Suzuka

Lauf 9: 01.11.20 - Monza

Lauf 10: 29.11.20 - Road America

Lauf 1: 03.02.20 - Nürburgring

Lauf 2: 02.03.20 - Silverstone

Lauf 3: 30.03.20 - Bathurst

Lauf 4: 27.04.20 - Imola

Lauf 5: 25.05.20 - Zolder

Lauf 6: 22.06.20 - Spa

Lauf 7: 14.09.20 - Dubai

Lauf 8: 12.10.20 - Suzuka

Lauf 9: 09.11.20 - Monza

Lauf 10: 07.12.20 - Road America

Lauf 1: 16.03.20 - Zolder

Lauf 2: 13.04.20 - Spa-Francochamps

Lauf 3: 11.05.20 - Brands Hatch

Lauf 4: 31.08.20 - Laguna Seca

Lauf 5: 28.09.20 - Mount Panorama

Lauf 6: 26.10.20 - Zandvoort

Lauf 7: 23.11.20 - Suzuka

Lauf 8: 21.12.20 - Nürburgring

Lauf 1: 11.02.20 - Imola

Lauf 2: 10.03.20 - Road Atlanta

Lauf 3: 07.04.20 - Zandvoort

Lauf 4: 05.05.20 - Watkins Glen

Lauf 5: 02.06.20 - Spa

Lauf 6: 22.09.20 - Laguna Seca

Lauf 7: 20.10.20 - Mugello

Lauf 8: 17.11.20 - Suzuka

Lauf 9: 15.12.20 - Brands Hatch

Lauf 1: 10.09.20 - Road America

Lauf 2: 24.09.20 - Mosport

Lauf 3: 08.10.20 - Watkins Glen

Lauf 4: 22.10.20 - Mugello

Lauf 5: 05.11.20 - Hungaroring

Lauf 6: 19.11.20 - Estoril

Lauf 7: 03.12.20 - Dubai

Lauf 8: 17.12.20 - Imola

Lauf 1: 25.09.20 - Deutschland

Lauf 2: 09.10.20 - Britische Inseln

Lauf 3: 23.10.20 - Südeuropa

Lauf 4: 06.11.20 - Westeuropa

Lauf 5: 20.11.20 - Nord-/Südamerika

From fan to driver! In the KEEPONRACING column Kevin gives unique insights into real motorsport.

KEEPONRACING: From fan to driver - how it all began!

In our article we take a look under the hood and dive into the meaning of SimRacing from our point of view.

What is SimRacing and what does E-Sports Racing mean?

In SimRacing the equipment plays an important role, so you can have as much fun as possible and get your best possible performance.

SimRacing hardware quickly explained: steering wheels 

Review: Fanatec Clubsport Pedals V3

We were at the opening event of Jochen Schweizer Arena, the future "Home of E-Sport".

You are a motorsport fan and want to get a taste of the world of SimRacing? Your best friend has challenged you to a direct race duel? We take an exciting look into different SimRacing lounges and show you where you can try a virtual ride in a high-end racing simulator in your area. In this article we introduce you to the Jochen Schweizer Arena and the Virtual Experiences section.

Bodyflying, indoor surfing, outdoor activities and helicopter flights - the Jochen Schweizer Arena offers spectacular and exciting experiences in every season. We visited the impressive location in Taufkirchen and took a closer look at the new "Virtual Experiences" area on 300 square meters with the racing simulators at the opening event.

Jochen Schweizer Arena Teaser EN

SimRacing Lounges: Jochen Schweizer Arena - racing simulators

You want to follow in the virtual footsteps of Max Verstappen and Lando Norris? Your interest in SimRacing has been aroused recently? Just like a real racer, equipment plays an important role in SimRacing, so you can have as much fun as possible and get your best possible performance. In this article we will take a quick and compact look at the heart of the SimRacing rig – the wheel base – and take a look under the hood.

The possibilities to transmit haptic feedback in the racing simulator are limited. Since there are no G-forces acting like in a real racing car, we have to make do with information from pedals, wheel base, steering wheel and in special cases via a motion system. This makes it all the more important that this feedback reaches us as SimRacers in as much detail as possible so that we can feel grip, road surfaces, bumps and collisions.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/6a49b722a261d4a75fc07721d5edd2cd.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Wheel Base Pic 1" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>Perfect start</h2>

The Wheel Base plays a decisive role as steering unit and heart of the SimRacing Rig. The wheel base is the product behind the steering wheel in which electric motors or a belt drive and complex electronic systems are installed. Force Feedback (FFB) is the application of forces to the steering wheel to simulate the reaction of real vehicle components.&nbsp;

What I find exciting is that most manufacturers work with a 20-year-old force feedback technology in which forces and vibrations are generated from a selection of profiles and a limited library of haptic effects. This technology had to take into account the processing power at that time, which means that force feedback technology today has far more potential to reproduce the physics from racing games than we can imagine.&nbsp;

Nevertheless, SimRacers nowadays have a lot of possibilities in the wheel base segment. Basically, the more expensive the product, the higher the quality of the built-in technology. From simple electric motors and gear drives, belt drives and servo motors to the so-called Direct Drive models, you are spoilt for choice. You also have to pay attention to which steering wheels and which systems the respective wheel base is compatible with. The possible steering angles also differ depending on the wheel base.

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Irc8Kr" target="_blank">Thrustmaster T150 PRO ForceFeedback</a> * (Bundle; RRP 249,99 €)&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3jXWPXA" target="_blank">Logitech G923</a> * (Bundle; 388,95 €)</li>
</ul>

For SimRacing newcomers, Logitech G offers the Logitech G923 - paired with steering wheel and pedals. It promises to be the first steering wheel unit to take advantage of the new generation of force feedback software technology with TRUEFORCE – provided the racing game supports it. Logitech G relies on two motors and one gear drive. This drive allows the steering wheel to be offered at a comparatively low price, but it is also not exactly quiet and not as precise as more expensive models. Thrustmaster also plays in this price segment and offers the Thrustmaster T150 PRO ForceFeedback.



<ul>
<li>Fanatec CSL Elite Wheel Base V1.1 (RRP 349,95 €)</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/33TClJJ" target="_blank">Thrustmaster T300 RS</a> * (Bundle; RRP 399,99 €)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5 (RRP 549,95 €)</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3nK84Fd" target="_blank">Thrustmaster TS-XW Racer Sparco P310 Competition Mod</a> * (Bundle; RRP 649,99 €)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<img src="/api/static/3134004dff0d15f31e4140f198c83b5d.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Wheel Base Pic 2" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>Full power with belt drive</h2>

Belt-driven steering units offer more smooth running and performance than their gear-driven counterparts. Inside the Thrustmaster T300 RS, for example, a powerful brushless servo motor rotates together with a double belt mechanism.&nbsp;

Fanatec was one of the first companies to use a belt drive and currently has two products in this segment in its portfolio: the CSL Elite Wheel Base and the ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5. The inner workings of the CSL Elite Wheel Base deliver six Newton meters to the steering axle and can therefore guarantee an even power development as well as a precise and fast response without dead centers for all steering wheels of the CSL and ClubSport series. Large ball bearings also ensure low friction. The power of the servo motor does, however, provide audible ventilation, but this is to be expected in view of the long service life of the motor.&nbsp;

At the upper end of this segment is the Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5. The belt drive with large ball bearings provides strong and fast force feedback effects. Due to the modular system Fanatec offers you the choice between different steering wheels that fit on the wheel bases.&nbsp;

In addition, for a vibration-free setup it is essential that the Wheel Base is firmly bolted to the frame of a racing seat. Alternatively, you can use a table clamp to mount the Wheel Base on a desk.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/11fd1ffde3e06cd38ed8a7fb2b663283.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Wheel Base Pic 3" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>High-end in every respect</h2>

The ultimate in the wheel base segment are the so-called direct-drive wheel bases. They offer the most authentic and precise driving experience on a racing simulator and are used by most professional racers and e-sports racing experts. The handlebars are directly connected to a large electric motor, allowing extremely fast power and data transfer. You can now feel every bump.&nbsp;

The possible torque is much higher than with belt driven wheel bases and requires responsible use. Especially in case of collisions with your virtual car or an impact you have to be careful – just like with a real steering wheel.&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>VRS DirectForce Pro Wheel Base (RRP 899,99 €)</li>
<li>AccuForce Pro V2 (RRP $999.00)</li>
<li>Fanatec Podium Wheel Base DD1 (RRP 1.199,95 €)</li>
<li>SIMUCUBE 2 Sport (RRP 1.270,00 €)</li>
<li>SIMUCUBE 2 Pro (RRP 1.470,00 €)</li>
<li>Fanatec Podium Wheel Base DD1 (RRP 1.499,95 €)</li>
<li>SIMUCUBE 2 Ultimate (RRP 3.170,00 €)</li>
</ul>

<img src="/api/static/1c1caa2e0576a242f9f4eaf066060535.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Wheel Base Pic 4" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

With its podium series, Fanatec measures itself in the high-end category against brands such as Simucube, AccuForce and the newcomer VRS, which were previously only known for SimRacing coaching. However, with the Fanatec Podium DD 1 and DD2, the manufacturer from Landshut has the only models that are seamlessly compatible with all PS4 and PS4 Pro systems. The engine reaches peak torques of 20 Newton meters for the DD1 model and 25 Newton meters for the DD2 version, comparable to the torque of most real racing cars with power steering.

The Finnish manufacturer Granite Devices with its Simucube brand is considered an expert in this segment. Within the SIMUCUBE 2 product range, you can choose between three options: Sport, Pro and Ultimate. The torque here ranges from 17 to a proud 32 Newton meters. Manufacturers such as AccuForce and Virtual Racing School also have their own steering units with direct drive, but are not as widespread as Fanatec and Simucube.&nbsp;

So, if you are a SimRacing enthusiast who wants to get the most realistic racing experience possible and train for real test and race applications like I do, investing in a wheel base with direct drive makes perfect sense. If the high price is still a deterrent, there is nothing wrong with a belt driven wheel base. For newcomers I recommend a Logitech G923 or Thrustmaster model for the SimRacing entry.
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SimRacing Hardware Wheel Base Teaser

SimRacing hardware quickly explained: Wheel Base

You want to follow in the virtual footsteps of Max Verstappen and Lando Norris? Your interest in SimRacing has been aroused recently? Just like a real racer, equipment plays an important role in SimRacing, so you can have as much fun as possible and get your best possible performance. In this article we will take a quick and compact look at pedals in SimRacing and what is important about them. 

Since I train with my SimRacing setup mainly for real racing, a realistic driving experience is very important to me. Above all, you can get a more constant performance with the right pedals. Why this is so is explained by the technology in the pedal sets.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/f34040f8d24edf21b0282eb5409d1c07.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Pedals Pic 1" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>What the racing heart desires</h2>

In the early days of racing games, wheel base, steering wheel and pedal unit were typically offered as a bundled set. With a rapidly growing market and further development of technologies, numerous new products and segments were created. Nowadays, there is almost everything the racing heart desires: from inexpensive bundle packages with pedals and steering wheel units to professional hydraulic pedal designs that are in no way inferior to a real racing car pedal set.

Currently, three types of pedals have established on the market – potentiometer-based pedals, pedals with Hall-effect sensor and pedal units with a so-called load cell unit. Translated this means that basically the difference between cheap and expensive pedals lies not only in the quality of worksmanship, but especially in the feel and response of the brake pedal.&nbsp;

The brake pedal in a real car creates an increasing resistance against your foot when pressed. The more you brake, the more force you have to apply. In a real racing car, this can be well over 100 kilograms of brake pressure. Low-priced pedals, on the other hand, feel more even and only stiffen at the end of the stroke. This means that you have to remember the pedal travel on these pedals, whereas on more expensive pedals you hit the right brake pressure more intuitively and repeatedly with the so-called muscle memory.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/eef4181cb4154b2a9f1ff879bab35806.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Pedals Pic 2" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>All beginnings are easy</h2>

A potentiometer is essentially a position sensor. Using a mechanical resistance such as a spring or damper, the position of the pedal is measured and interpreted by the racing game as braking force.&nbsp;

The progressive pedal suspension of the Logitech G923 as well as the Thrustmaster T300 RS even tries to imitate the behavior of a pressure sensitive brake system.

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3k6LEeU" target="_blank">Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals</a> * (RRP 99,95 €)&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/33QQUhk" target="_blank">Thrustmaster T150 PRO ForceFeedback</a> * (RRP 249,99 €)&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3nJF5Bm" target="_blank">Logitech G923</a> * (RRP 388,95 €)</li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2H4j7s8" target="_blank">Thrustmaster T300 RS</a> * (RRP 399,99 €)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Hall-effect sensors achieve a result comparable to that of a potentiometer, but measure the distance between a magnet and the sensor itself, which is then converted into an electrical signal and detected by the play as braking force. While still measuring the physical position of the pedal and not the brake pressure, it is less prone to error because we do not have to rely on mechanically moving parts.&nbsp;

<h2>More bite through new technologies</h2>

In higher quality, but also more expensive pedals, durable load cells are integrated into the pedal arm and measure the force exerted on the brake. In contrast to pedals with potentiometers, you can build up a realistic and strong brake pedal pressure and at the same time brake precisely and sensitively with muscle tension just like in a real racing car.&nbsp;

They are insensitive to dust and dirt and wear very little, so they promise high accuracy and durability. In addition, various individual adjustments can be made to the pedals.&nbsp;

•	Thrustmaster T-CLM (RRP 199,99 €)
•	Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals LC (RRP 229,95 €)
•	<a href="https://amzn.to/3iRhCul" target="_blank">Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3</a> * (RRP 359,95 €)&nbsp;
•	Heusinveld Engineering Sim Pedals Sprint (2 pedal set) (RRP 599,00 €)
•	Heusinveld Engineering Sim Pedals Ultimate (2 pedal set) (RRP 1.079,00 €)
•	SIMTAG Hydraulic Pedal (Silver) (RRP 2.286,90 €)

In general, these pedals are also much better manufactured and sometimes rely on stable aluminum and metal constructions to cope with the high braking forces. One or two pedal sets are also available as inverted versions.

Widely used are the price-performance <a href="https://amzn.to/3iRhCul" target="_blank">Fanatec ClubSport V3 pedals</a> *, which are equipped with a 90 kilogram load cell on the brake pedal and contactless Hall sensors on the accelerator and clutch pedal. The Fanatec CSL Elite pedals can be retrofitted with a load cell, while the Thrustmaster T-CLM pedals offer a 100 kilogram load cell and are comparatively new on the market.&nbsp;

<img src="/api/static/70469b621d673f88157c98e7329cebbd.png" alt="SimRacing Hardware Pedals Pic 3" style="height: auto;width: auto"/>

<h2>Footwork like the pros</h2>

If you are willing to make an even higher investment for SimRacing pedals, manufacturers such as Heusinveld Engineering or SIMTAG offer suitable pedal sets for the most realistic feeling in the SimRacing footwell.&nbsp;

These high-end pedals offer additional adjustment possibilities and are used in the most professional racing simulators. With a 120 kilogram load cell in Heusinkveld Engineering Sim Pedals Sprint and a 200 kilogram load cell in Heusinkveld Engineering Sim Pedals, they enable ultimate pedal forces that are otherwise found in formula and LMP cars. The gas and clutch pedals are equipped with hydraulic dampers. Of course, this also has its price.&nbsp;

However, a stable SimRacing Rig that does not bend backwards when the brake pedal is pressed harder is a prerequisite for use. From the Logitech G29 to the Fanatec CSL Elite LC pedals and Fanatec ClubSport pedals V3 up to the Heusinkveld Engineering Sim Pedals Ultimate, I have used several pedal units on my own SimRacing Rig at home over the last years.&nbsp;

With this experience I can confirm that better pedals can make you not necessarily faster, but certainly more consistent. Especially with pedals, a bigger investment in load cell pedals is worthwhile, because the driving experience feels much more realistic. For the Fanatec ClubSport pedals V3 I recommend the additional Brake Performance Kit. On the Heusinkveld Engineering Sim Pedals Ultimate, which I currently use, I left out the clutch pedal and did not miss it until now.
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SimRacing Hardware Pedals Teaser

SimRacing hardware quickly explained: pedals

You want to follow in the virtual footsteps of Max Verstappen and Lando Norris? Your interest in SimRacing has been aroused recently? Just like a real racer, equipment plays an important role in SimRacing, so you can have as much fun as possible and get your best possible performance. In this article we will take a quick and compact look at the link between the driver and the SimRacing Rig – the steering wheel.

The steering wheel is the interface between driver and vehicle or SimRacer and SimRacing Rig. It is the only connection to your sports equipment besides the pedals and the seat. In SimRacing, the better it feels, the more authentic your driving experience. But nowadays SimRacing steering wheels are in no way inferior to their real-life counterparts. Ergonomics, materials, dimensions, knobs and features can be completely identical and thus it would theoretically be possible to use the SimRacing steering wheel in a real race car – provided the electronics play along.&nbsp;

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<h2>Pure racing feeling</h2>

Soft Alcantara, perforated leather, anodized aluminum or forged carbon - there are no limits to the ideas and SimRacing professionals usually have more than just a steering wheel at home. Different racing disciplines have different requirements for racing steering wheels. Formula or GT cars, rally or drifting – now there is a steering wheel on the market for every racing enthusiast. We present you a selection of the current available steering wheels.&nbsp;

Analogous to our SimRacing hardware-quick-explained-contribution to pedals and wheel bases, you as SimRacing beginners in the low-priced segment are bound to the respective bundle package. However, the steering wheels are also very well made in this segment. The Logitech G923 shines with brushed metal and leather seams like in a real car as well as center markings on the steering wheel rim. The integrated dials are adjustable and colored LEDs show the speed range in supported racing games. Recently even a programmable double clutch allows an even cleaner and faster race start.&nbsp;

In partnership with Sparco, Thrustmaster even offers a one-to-one replica of the Sparco P310 competition racing wheel, developed based on practical experience from the racing departments of leading car manufacturers. With a true-to-the-original diameter of 31.5 cm and a suede-covered steering rim as well as metal shift paddles, you will be able to drive very close to reality, even at a reasonable price. For Ferrari fans, there is even a replica of the 599XX EVO steering wheel in 8:10 scale and the same Alcantara material used for the real Ferrari steering wheels – directly imported from Italy.&nbsp;

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<h2>Modular systems and limitless possibilities</h2>

Fanatec awakens your passion for collecting with steering wheel rims with a modular system and free choice in Formula, GT, Drift, Classic or Oval style. The Fanatec ClubSport Universal Hub as well as the Fanatec Podium Hub even allow you to mount original steering wheels from renowned manufacturers such as MOMO, SPARCO or OMP in addition to the Fanatec in-house steering wheel rims from the Fanatec product portfolio. A simple six-screw design allows you to switch between the steering wheels as you like and even position the five controls individually – depending on the chosen steering wheel.

The weight of the steering wheel plays an important role. The lighter the steering wheel, the more direct the force feedback of the wheel base. A light steering wheel allows even faster and more precise reactions if the rear end of the car breaks away or if the car is understeering.&nbsp;

The SimRacing hardware forge from Landshut also offers a wide range of steering wheels at a reasonable price. The CSL steering wheel P1 for Xbox One and PC is currently the most favorable steering wheel of the ClubSport series and presents itself with brushed, anodized aluminum as well as Alcantara cover solidly manufactured and beyond that it is very light with just 970 grams. The RevStripe with the three-digit LED display is also unusual in this price class. An illuminated stripe indicates the next gear change and the display can be used for tuning settings or to display telemetry data. Rally fans can look forward to a WRC edition of the CSL steering wheel P1.

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<h2>Professional racers feel at home</h2>

In the ClubSport series, changing the steering wheels is even faster with the quick-release fastener system. The highlight of the series is the compact ClubSport Formula V2 steering wheel with a diameter of 27 cm and multicolored LED strips, OLED display and numerous knobs and rotary switches. It gets even more realistic with the upgrade to the Podium Advanced Paddle Module, which is equipped with a dual clutch system and magnetic shift lever with carbon fiber plates. GT3 and Porsche fans have the opportunity to prepare for endurance races with the Podium Button Module Endurance. With the true-to-original replica of the Porsche 911 GT3 R steering wheel, including a larger LED display and the matching buttons and rotary switches from the real racing car, you are well prepared for a long SimRacing night.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

With steering wheels there are hardly any limits to the price. The Italian manufacturer Cube Controls only offers Formula and GT steering wheels, but these offer a really good value. Designed for SimRacing pros and professional racers and all those who want to become one, the steering wheels have a 4.3 inch LCD screen, depending on the model, which you can configure individually, and illuminated buttons, which is absolutely recommended. The front panels in real carbon are a matter of course. Also the gearshifts are in no way inferior to those in a real racing car and the steering wheels are compatible with Wheel Bases from Thrustmaster, Logitech, AccuForce, Fanatec and Simucube. F1 pros like Lando Norris and GT aces like Kelvin van der Linde use the steering wheels from Precision Sim Engineering, which offer Formula and GT variants as well as a model for Le Mans prototypes. Individual steering wheels are also implemented by Precision Sim Engineering, but can only be delivered again from 2021.

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In the KEEPONRACING column Kevin gives unique insights into real motorsport.

From fan to driver - what motorsport fan and SimRacing enthusiast doesn't dream of it? But who believes that this dream can actually become a reality for himself? Especially since, unlike many other young racing drivers, I didn't grow up in karting but had my first racing experience with Gran Turismo and my participation in the GT Academy competition. In the second part of my column you can read more about my new racing car and my new racing team this year.

So, I was delighted to be part of the successful RN Vision STS team and to have the opportunity to drive a Porsche Cayman GT4 CS in the hotly contested NES 8 class, another year in the DMV NES 500 Endurance Championship. In doing so, I have to improve my skills as a racing driver enormously again, when I have to fight for places and points, among others with professional drivers and factory drivers like Benny Leuchter in top racing cars from the well-known ADAC TCR Germany Touring Car Championship. It is clear that our team with the Porsche Cayman GT4 CS has the role of underdog in this class, but it is precisely this challenge for us that makes the championship and the races all the more exciting.


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This development towards the GT4 category means a lot to me, because since my entry into motorsports two years ago, I have been able to improve year by year, so that I am now very happy to be part of the successful team RN Vision STS around my team boss Veit-Valentin Vincentz this year and to share my further development steps and experiences with you on my KEEPONRACING blog.&nbsp;

<h2>David vs. Goliath</h2>

Especially important for me as a young motor sportsman is the fact that RN Vision STS - besides trophy hunting - also focuses on the further development of my driving skills. So every training session and race is accompanied by comprehensive data and video analysis, as I already know it from simracing. In the video on my YouTube channel, my team boss Veit and I also talk about the difference between simracing and real racing. In addition, I will introduce you to my new racing car in a unique predator design and take you for a spin on the Nürburgring Grand Prix circuit. Furthermore.&nbsp;

Before the test drives on the Nürburgring and Zandvoort started, I still lacked a bit of confidence in the car, especially in curves where the car became restless. With increasing confidence, my pace has also improved steadily. The tires usually have even more grip than the car gave me at the first moment, I just got a feel for it and that's a point I was able to improve on at the start of the season at the Lausitzring.

With our second place in the rain race at the Sachsenring, I proved that I have gained confidence in our mid-engine sports car even in wet conditions and it surprised myself how much fun I had in the race in such difficult conditions.&nbsp;

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You can follow my story of simracing in real motorsports this year again on my Instagram-(@keeponracing) and Facebook channel (KEEPONRACING.DE) as well as on <a href="https://keeponracing.de/" target="_blank">KEEPONRACING.DE</a> and my column on simracing-unlimited.com

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KEEPONRACING: Level Up! New car, new team

Welcome to my KEEPONRACING story!

From fan to driver - which motorsport fan and simracing enthusiast doesn't dream of it? But who believes that this dream can actually become a reality for himself of all people? Especially since, unlike many other young racing drivers, I didn't grow up in karting but made my first racing experiences with Gran Turismo and my participation in the GT Academy competition. 

With the GT Academy competition, the car manufacturer Nissan and the video game brand PlayStation wanted to find out whether a fast PlayStation gamer can also cut a good figure in a real cockpit. Over 100,000 players in Germany took part in the competition. They all fought for a place in the German final and with it the further selection process in the race camp in Silverstone. The winner was offered a contract as a professional Nissan factory racer. Here I made my first experience in a race car on a real race track.&nbsp;

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This experience was so overwhelming that after my seventh place in the race camp I wanted to do everything I could to become a race driver. So, in 2013, the idea for my mission #KEEPONRACING was born from the well-known radio message of the race engineers "Keep on Pushing", i.e. to always give everything in the race. Here, too, I have to give everything I have to go from being a motorsport fan to becoming a motorsport racer.

<h2>Life is too short not to try</h2>

Since I know from my own experience how difficult it is to realize such a dream, I had the idea to write down my story to motivate and inspire other motorsport fans and simracing enthusiasts in my #KEEPONRACING blog.&nbsp;

Because, as they say, without sweat there is no prize. So, I had to overcome many challenges with a lot of perseverance, dedication and passion in order to complete my third racing season as a late entrant, against all expectations in the racing scene.&nbsp;

On my way I learned one thing I want to share with you - there are always different ways into motorsports and you can take up this mission at any age. But you have to keep at it and motivate yourself again and again and literally "Keep on Pushing" yourself to push and push.&nbsp;


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<h2>Surprise debut season</h2>

So I started my first full racing season at the age of 26, after having participated in several virtual-to-real racing competitions and junior scouting. With the BMW M240i Racing in snow and rain at the Hockenheimring, with a Mini Cooper JCW at the Sachsenring, the KTM X-Bow GT4 at the Slovakiaring or at my first race ever directly through Raidillon de l'Eau Rouge in Spa-Francorchamps - with each race I learned a new aspect on my way to becoming a racer.&nbsp;

After my surprising third place in the DMV BMW 318ti Cup championship in my first year as a racer in 2018, I finally knew for myself that it was possible to enter motorsport via Simracing. But, after that, every motor sportsman inevitably has to ask the question: what is still in it for me with my talent and my financial possibilities thanks to my sponsors?&nbsp;
<h2>Passion for endurance races</h2>

That's why I made a conscious decision to participate in the DMV National Endurance Series 500 for an endurance championship. The races, which last several hours, take place on attractive race tracks, were always exciting and demanded everything from the team, drivers and vehicles. Here I was able to build on the success of my first year and win the championship in my class on a BMW M240i Racing with my two team mates.&nbsp;&nbsp;

So after the season I asked myself again the question: how and where do I want to do racing in the future and on which professional level can I drive with my talent and possibilities?

This is a question that every motor sportsman has to answer honestly and self-critically and so I was glad to have the opportunity to gain further experience in the "entry level" of professional motor sports - the GT4 class - during a test with HP Racing International in Portimão and to discuss the next steps in motor sports with the successful team manager and instructor Hari Proczyk.&nbsp;


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You can follow my story of simracing in real motorsports this year again on my Instagram-(@keeponracing) and Facebook channel (KEEPONRACING.DE) as well as on <a href="https://keeponracing.de/" target="_blank">KEEPONRACING.DE</a> and my column on simracing-unlimited.com

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Virtual Motorsports, E-Racing, SimRacing or E-Sports Racing? There are many buzzwords and terms that are mentioned around our passion. In our article we take a look under the hood and dive into the meaning of SimRacing from our point of view. For this purpose we will introduce you to the term E-Sports Racing. 

Many motorsport fans long for the chance to race a GT3 or GT4 racing car over iconic race tracks like the Nürburgring-Nordschleife and get as close as possible to the dream of a racing driver. Diving into the golden era of motor sports in the cockpit of a Group C monster or formula car from the seventies is now also possible in an authentic way in Simracing, also written Sim-Racing or SimRacing.


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<h2>Ideal training option for racing drivers</h2>

SimRacing is the abbreviation for "Simulated Racing". SimRacing is considered an umbrella term and refers to racing simulations that have implemented racing vehicles and race tracks, and especially the driving behavior, with a very high demand for realism. In contrast to other racing games along the spectrum, the driving dynamic limit range of the vehicles in racing simulations is rather narrow and therefore requires a lot of training laps and patience. This includes numerous other variables such as vehicle tuning, fuel and tire consumption, and changing track conditions. The more realistic, the better.

By simulating vehicle behavior more precisely, the racing simulation can pass on more data and information to SimRacing hardware such as force feedback steering wheels and wheel bases as well as pedal units. This makes SimRacing a tool for racing drivers to prepare for real test and race applications and to coordinate new vehicle setups together with the teams. Conversely, for motor sports and racing game fans, this means that they can train and practice the same motion sequences, driving techniques and working methods as a real professional racing driver with a significantly lower budget investment for SimRacing hardware and software compared to real racing.

Weight transfer, tire management and vehicle control at the limits play an equally decisive role both virtually and in reality, and many basic principles can be transferred from SimRacing to real motor sports and vice versa. Lando Norris and Max Verstappen have been active in SimRacing since their youth and have been able to train their skills there. SimRacing is also based on a mixture of driving skills, professional preparation and technical know-how. The biggest difference is the physical aspect of motorsport, especially the G-forces that act on the body in the real vehicle. In addition, there are also real consequences in the event of a claim.&nbsp;


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<h2>Approved as a motorsport discipline</h2>

SimRacing has also recently become an official motorsport discipline. "In no other sport reality and digital simulation are as close to each other as in motor sports", is the opinion of Dr. Gerd Ennser, member of the DMSB's executive committee and responsible for the DMSB's SimRacing activities. "From our point of view, SimRacing can be the entry into motor sports, as it is relatively inexpensive and can be practiced by practically anyone - by the way, also by people with physical disabilities. Concentration, reaction speed and basic technical understanding are perfectly trained in SimRacing. This is also shown by the pilots who have been able to win through in the SimRacing area in junior scouting competitions and have already gained a foothold in real sport. Now we want to make this possible for even more drivers".

Even active racing drivers who hang up their racing shoes can continue to pursue their passion in SimRacing. But it is not only on the driver's side that SimRacing offers possibilities comparable to those in real motor sports. As moderator or commentator, photographer or organizer of virtual race series and races, designer of digital racing paints, team manager or engineer, there are numerous tasks and fields of activity within the SimRacing community with which one can spend even more time than actual driving.


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<h2>Reach boom of e-sports racing</h2>

The keywords "e-sports" and "e-sports racing" have recently become increasingly present in the SimRacing community. They refer to the competitive area of SimRacing, but can also include less simulation-oriented racing games. The first World Championship in Grand Prix Legends was held as early as 1998. At that time, 20 drivers competed with steering wheels, joysticks and a modem for a small prize pool in virtual Grand Prix cars.&nbsp;

Then in 2008, Sony PlayStation and Nissan Motorsport launched GT Academy on the popular Gran Turismo series, which took winning racing game enthusiasts on a journey into real racing. rFactor 2 was used, among other things, for the Visa Vegas eRace of Formula E, in which professional racers competed against SimRacing pros for a million dollars in prize money.

Both the Formula 1 with its F1 Virtual Grand Prix series and the virtual 24 Hours of Le Mans brought in record numbers of spectators this year. While Formula 1 generated 30 million hits on TV and digital platforms, the first official edition of the Le Mans Virtual 24 Hours, which took place from June 13 to 14, attracted 14.2 million viewers.


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<h2>Manufacturers and racing series have recognized the potential</h2>

Almost every racing series now deals with SimRacing and E-Sports Racing. Porsche and BMW, in particular, each have their own virtual racing series with attractive prize money at the start with the Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup and the BMW 120 SIM Cup as well as the BMW M2 CS Racing Cup. With the Porsche SimRacing Summit and BMW SIM LIVE, there are even their own SimRacing events at the manufacturers' premises. McLaren and Ferrari are also active in promoting SimRacing drivers with their own programs. The WRC has its own Rallye E-Sports World Championship, the GT World Challenge hosts the SRO E-Sports GT Series, and American racing series such as NASCAR and Indycar also have their own virtual counterparts.&nbsp;

SimRacing and E-Sports Racing therefore offer numerous opportunities not only from a driving or personal point of view, but companies and brands have already recognized the potential and reach in a young and technology-oriented community.

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In our article we will discuss what makes a racing simulation a simulation and how versatile the range of racing games really is.

Racing simulation, Sim-Cade, Arcade-Racer or just racing game? Many terms are mentioned in connection with racing games, but many definitions are more confusing than that they make it easier for interested people and beginners to understand. In our article we will discuss what makes a racing simulation a simulation and how versatile the racing game spectrum really is. 

Everyone knows them - with titles like Need for Speed, Burnout, Mario Kart, Colin McRae Rally or Wipeout, childhood memories are immediately awakened. Many of you grew up with these racing games and spent countless hours tuning, tricking and working on ever new time or point records. They are all considered racing games, and racing games in turn are considered the computer and video game genre. By definition, racing games are about driving a given route in a vehicle (or something like that) in the shortest possible time. Thus the whole spectrum - from Mario Kart to iRacing, Need for Speed to Assetto Corsa - falls into the racing game genre.


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<h2>The racing games spectrum</h2>

On one side of the spectrum, racing games are designed to be beginner-friendly and focus on maximum gaming fun with a steep learning curve. Start the engine and let's go! Without slowing down through the curves? No problem! Extreme speeds and unrealistic driving behavior are often the order of the day, and weapons or other objects can also throw unwanted opponents off track. Colloquially, this form of racing games is also known as arcade or fun racer. This type of racing games for consoles, Microsoft Windows and smartphones also find a home at simracing-unlimited.com.&nbsp;

Along the spectrum you'll find many more exciting racing games - from Forza Horizon and Live for Speed to the popular console flagship racing games Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo, to the official F1 and rally titles and the Project CARS series. Often this very broad part of the racing games spectrum is simply titled Sim-Cade (or SimCade) - a mixture of simulation and arcade racer.&nbsp;

These racing games partly fulfill aspects of unambiguous racing simulations, such as faithfully reproduced vehicles and race tracks, tire wear and simulated vehicle weight and chassis models, but they make compromises in certain areas in order to keep the learning curve as flat as possible and the game fun high. Playability with the gamepad - often next to the steering wheel with pedal unit - is also an important factor.

<h2>Hot discussed</h2>

Driving aids, such as a brake and steering aid, make it easier for beginners or players without much simulation experience to master the first meters in a new racing game. Tires also do not overheat as quickly, and a trip to a virtual gravel bed or a grass carpet does not end so dramatically, which makes it easier for a new and younger target group to enter the world of more realistic racing games. That in turn is a great thing for the whole community.&nbsp;

The exact classification of the individual racing games is hotly discussed in the player community and can rarely be made clear, so we refrain from a clear classification of the individual racing game titles in this area. But one thing is clear, basic requirement for racing simulation is that the real world is the model for the digital world. All other aspects feel different for different players, different and individually different and therefore a clear classification can never be made.


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<h2>What distinguishes a racing simulation</h2>

Not much less hotly debated is the question, which racing game actually deserves the predicate racing simulation. Of course there are different opinions, but one common denominator is and remains the claim of the racing game to be as close to reality as possible.

This means that the focus of the development team, and thus the available resources, is much more on a realistic implementation of the complex vehicle physics, instead of a presentation or an attractive career mode. Vehicle models are implemented accurately on the basis of CAD data - in some cases provided directly by the manufacturer - and a large part of the race tracks are virtually implemented with centimeter precision using the laser scanning method, including individual bumps. ABS and traction control systems are also implemented more precisely and the tire grip changes over a driving unit, so that more sensitivity is required behind the virtual cockpit. Brake points set too late and hard steering maneuvers have an effect on tire and brake wear. In addition, the track surface changes with increasing rubber abrasion and the outside temperature affects tire grip and vehicle performance.

<h2>Racing simulations as a tool for real racing drivers</h2>

By realistically simulating the wheels, tire surfaces as well as chassis and other chassis components, racing simulations also serve as a tool for real racing drivers to prepare themselves for test and racing missions. This also includes working with telemetry data from the respective racing simulation. In addition, setup changes can be adjusted based on numerous parameters, such as vehicle height and rear wing angle, and have a direct effect on lap times and driving feel.&nbsp;

However, for racing game beginners all this also means a flatter and longer learning curve as well as a lot of patience when mastering the individual vehicles and tracks. A domestic racing simulator with a steering wheel and pedal unit as well as a stable seat construction is ideal, so that the muscle movements can be memorized as well as possible. In addition, there is a lot of patience and fun in the challenge of becoming faster step by step and driving as error-free as possible.


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<h2>The right racing game for everyone</h2>

Current racing simulations include iRacing, Assetto Corsa and Assetto Corsa Competizione, RaceRoom Racing Experience, as well as the Automobilista and rFactor series. Due to complex physics and computational models, racing simulations generally unfold their greatest potential on powerful Microsoft Windows systems and continue to develop with new technologies over the years. Thus, it is possible that a racing game at a later stage of its development is at a different point on the racing game scale, for example even further towards racing simulation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Whatever your preferences for racing games, we are grateful for the varied selection along the entire spectrum. Different racing games have their very own strengths and therefore the exact classification of racing game titles is not general, but rather a personal assessment. Meanwhile there is a suitable title for almost every racing game fan - racing game newcomer or experienced simracer - and it is certain that everyone will benefit from a growing racing game community. The most important thing anyway is that you have fun with it.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Race simulations and racing games explained

Race simulations and racing games quickly explained

The third generation of the popular ClubSport pedals combine a proven design with new technology and numerous customization options. Can Fanatec hold its own in the competitive environment? You can find out in our hardware review. The pedals have been in our five-year endurance test. 

With an ever more authentic and realistic implementation of driving physics in racing simulations, there is hardly any way for racing game enthusiasts to avoid their own simracing setup at home with steering wheel and pedal unit. Fanatec promises high-quality simracing hardware with advanced technology and robust materials as well as a long service life. But can the Landshut-based hardware manufacturer keep its promises? We had the <a href="https://amzn.to/33RXzYs" target="_blank">Fantec ClubSport Pedals V3</a> * in endurance testing for more than four years.&nbsp;

With the ClubSport product series for more experienced Sim racers, the brand has made a name for itself in the racing game community and is now firmly established. Already in 2015 Fanatec heralded the third generation of the product series with the ClubSport pedals V3. The pedal set costs 359.95 € and is compatible with all Fanatec steering wheels for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.


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<h2>Proven design, new technologies</h2>

The ClubSport V3 pedals are based on the simple and well-known design of the previous models and resemble a pedal construction from the real vehicle. The individual components are milled from high-quality aluminum and are based on stable steel axles. The pedal plate consists of anodized aluminum. During the development and construction of the accelerator pedal, great importance was attached to the fact that the spring can be easily replaced. Alternative spring strengths for gas pedal and clutch pedal are also included.

Additional development work has been done especially in the inner workings of the pedals. A new vibration motor on the accelerator pedal has the effect of making rear wheels spinning at the exit of a curve, for example, and thus oversteering noticeable. The racing simulations can also make use of the second vibration motor on the brake pedal to simulate ABS interventions and locking wheels. This gives you even more feedback via the pedals from the respective racing simulation than comparable pedals without these motors. Contactless magnetic sensors on the gas and clutch ensure a long service life, which we can confirm in our endurance test. Even after several years we did not have to change any component.

<h2>Brake like the pros</h2>

The same also applies to the new, so-called Load Cell Sensor, which is a custom-made product and designed for longer durability. The Load Cell of the previous model still had to be replaced regularly after intensive use. The new Load Cell can withstand up to 90 kilograms of brake pressure and is equivalent to a sports car. What effect does this technological innovation have on driving in a racing simulator? Whereas in a real racing car, more than 100 kilograms of brake pressure suddenly have to be applied at the braking point in some cases in order to build up the strongest possible braking effect, this is associated with considerably less pressure when using cheaper pedals.&nbsp;

Nevertheless, I would recommend every owner of the ClubSport V3 pedals to upgrade with the inexpensive 29.95 € Brake Performance Kit. This Brake Performance Kit reduces the pedal travel by spring inserts in the preload screw of the brake unit. This reduces the feel at the pressure point of the brake and allows a higher brake pressure absorption. Formula or GT racing cars now have hardly any pedal travel at all, but rather pressure sensors at the brake, because the human body remembers the muscle tension rather than the foot position.&nbsp;

The pure braking or so-called trailbraking into the curve up to the apex is simply fun with the ClubSport pedals with and without Brake Performance Kit and through more constant braking points and braking processes you will become sustainably faster. The accelerator and clutch pedals are equipped with contactless Hall sensors with 12-bit resolution, and now offer four times the resolution of the previous model. This results in a smoother and more sensitive modeling of the accelerator pedal and makes it easier for you to handle bitchy mid-engine or rear-wheel drive cars.


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<h2>Numerous setting and individualization options</h2>

The redesigned brake construction allows the adjustment of stiffness and pedal travel without tools. It's a pity, however, that the pedals cannot be inverted directly ex factory, but the inverted version is available for a not inconsiderable additional charge of 599.95 €.&nbsp;

So, while a noticeable development step has been made with the gas and brake pedal unit, the clutch still feels comparatively light and little changed compared to the previous model. Despite a stronger replacement spring, the clutch could offer a little more resistance and a longer pedal travel in the area after the grinding point. An optional damper kit is also available for the gas and brake pedals, which makes it easy to adjust the hydraulic damping continuously via a rotary wheel.

With matching color kits in black and gray, you can further customize the look of your pedal set. The pedal plates are not painted, but colored anodized. Personally, however, I find the black aluminum with red contrast color ex works the best. The set also includes D-shaped pedal plates as well as pedal extensions that allow you to adjust the angle of the pedal plates and the pedal arm.&nbsp;

<h2>Conclusion</h2>

With the Fanatec ClubSport V3 pedals, the Landshut-based simracing hardware manufacturer has an inexpensive pedal set with a precise gas and brake pedal as well as numerous adjustment options in its product range. In this price and quality class there are hardly any competing products. The high-quality construction and the solid load cell sensor have proven themselves even after several years of use and no parts have had to be replaced. So, if you are thinking about upgrading to the ClubSport V3 pedals, you can do so with a clear conscience. Even if you are completely new to Simracing and want to invest in an appropriate hardware setup, the pedals in combination with the Brake Performance Kit will give you lasting pleasure.

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E01: 08.11.20 - Nürburgring

E02: 15.11.20 - Spa-Francorchamps

E03: 22.11.20 - Bathurst

E04: 06.12.20 - Zandvoort

E05: 20.12.20 - Monza

E06: 10.01.21 - Laguna Seca

Following the success of ASUS and SRO America’s partnership during the inaugural GT World Challenge America esports championship (GT Rivals), ASUS’ Republic of Gamers (ROG) and TUF Gaming brands continue as the Official Hardware Partner for Season Two.&nbsp;

Kicking off this past Sunday, the FCP Euro GT World Challenge America Esports Championship will feature real world professional and sim drivers, across five rounds with two classes - GT3 and GT4 - on the popular PC racing simulator Assetto Corsa Competizione.

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FCP Euro GT World Challenge America Esports Championship

E01: 18.11.20 - TBA

E02: 25.11.20 - TBA

E03: 16.12.20 - TBA

E04: 02.01.21 - TBA

E05: 20.01.21 - TBA

E06: 10.02.21 - TBA

E07: 03.03.21 - TBA

E08: 31.03.21 - TBA

First of all, the Esports Racers compete with each other in the "Fun Race". A combination of track and vehicle, known only two hours before the start of the live broadcast, will be used. Then the "Championship Race" is on the program. All two-man teams drive identical virtual Dallara Formula 3 racing cars - each with a unique design. The "Pro" drivers contest the qualifying and final stint, while the Esports Racers take over the start and the first part of the 40-minute race. This order is reversed for the other events of the season.

Excitement through unknown tracks and attractive prize money 
The race track for the "Championship Race" will be determined by the Esports-Racing-Community via Twitter voting on the VCO Channel. The choices are Zolder, Phillip Island, Laguna Seca and Motegi. At the time this press release was sent out, Laguna Seca was ahead with 36 percent of the approximately 3,500 votes cast. Voting ends on Wednesday at 17:45 (CET).
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Motorsport and Esports Racing expert Ben Constanduros and Soumil Arora from RaceSpot TV, which is responsible for the production of the spectacular "World Feed" directly from the virtual race track, will lead through the live program.
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Each pilot will be rewarded with 500 US dollars for winning the "Championship Race". Based on this, the prize money grading will continue up to 20th place. Points are even awarded up to 30th position in the ranking. The winners receive 35 points. For the pole position, the respective driver receives three additional points - and prize money of 625 US dollars.

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VCO ProSIM SERIES

E01: 19.10.20 - Sebring

E02: 02.11.20 - Portland

E03: 16.11.20 - VIR

E04: 30.11.20 - Nürburgring

E05: 14.12.20 - Indianapolis

E06: 28.12.20 - TBA

FIGHT EVERY ROUND FOR MAXIMUM POINTS AND MOVE UP THE GRIDS UNTIL YOU CAN LIFT THE TROPHY!

6 exciting race events will see top SimRacing talent battle it out for the lead. While there is a chance for the best GT Challenge Series drivers to move up to GT Pro Series after every season, the GT Challenge Series itself is more fluid, so you have to defend your slot in the top grid at any time. Watch all the action live on our broadcast and feel the excitement of top-notch SimRacing.

The most important facts in brief:
- All official rFactor2 GT3 vehicles (Audi,Ferrari, Mercedes, Bentley, Aston Martin, McLaren, BMW, Radical, etc.)
- Hotlap Qualifier for this series is open, everybody can qualify, the GT Challenge Series will be held in several grids (up to 4) with 30 drivers each
- 2 races per event 15/45 min, 45 min race with top 10 reversed, every 2 races the 5 best riders from grid 2 move up to grid 1, the worst 5 from grid 1 move down etc.

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