Fanatec Unveils Flagship Podium Series and Hosts Major Partners at SimRacing Expo 2025

Dortmund, Germany – October 17, 2025 – Fanatec, a brand of CORSAIR® (NASDAQ: CRSR) and global leader in sim racing hardware, presents the next generation of its flagship Podium Series and hosts some of the most exciting partners in the industry.

At this year’s SimRacing Expo, Fanatec revealed two highly anticipated products: the new Podium DD and the long-awaited Podium Pedals. Offering a first look at hardware prototypes in the final stages of development and testing shows Fanatec’s commitment to transparency and open communication.

The Podium DD is set to replace the Podium Wheel Base DD2 as the flagship Fanatec direct drive system. An evolution of the acclaimed ClubSport DD and ClubSport DD+, the Podium DD offers 25 Nm of genuine holding torque, revised electronics, and an all-aluminum internal and external structure. Like the ClubSport DD, the Podium DD features FullForce® technology, but its broader dynamic range and stronger internal construction allow it to deliver even finer detail and clarity from FullForce effects.

Podium Pedals is an all-new precision pedal set developed in collaboration with professional drivers. It features a forged aluminum brake pedal – an industry first – that provides ultimate strength and precision in combination with a 200 kg load cell. The innovative elastomer compression control system ensures that the brake pedal components remain within safe stress limits under all operating conditions. A special Podium Pedals Formula variant will also be available as a 2-pedal set with carbon fiber faces and heel cups.

Fanatec’s exhibit space also showcases partnerships and collaborations shaping the future of sim racing. Kunos Simulazioni chose Fanatec’s stage to reveal their latest game Assetto Corsa Rally. Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing adds a personal touch, with drivers Sebastian Job and Jarno Opmeer on hand to meet fans and share insights into elite-level competition. Trophi.ai is also present at the Fanatec stand, demonstrating its growing integration with the Fanatec App.

Additionally, Fanatec is supporting the pre-release demonstration of the upcoming Project Motor Racing game, providing sim racing hardware for GIANTS Software’s exhibition space.

The latest projects from iRacing Studios are also featured at the Fanatec stand.

Fanatec’s presence at SimRacing Expo 2025 reinforces the company’s mission to deliver industry-leading hardware, partner with other industry pioneers, and elevate the sim racing experience worldwide.

Availability, Warranty, and Pricing
The Fanatec Podium DD and Podium Pedals are due to launch Q1 2026.
Both products will be backed by the standard Fanatec 3-year warranty in all regions.
Pricing will be announced closer to the release date.

Web Pages
To learn more about Fanatec Podium DD and Podium Pedals, please visit here.  

About Fanatec
Fanatec is a global leader in sim racing hardware, shaped by over 25 years of innovation and collaboration with automotive and motorsport brands. In 2024, Fanatec was acquired by CORSAIR. Fanatec develops high-performance sim racing products for PC and consoles, including steering wheels, direct drive bases, pedals, and cockpits. Fanatec products are designed in Germany, trusted by sim racing enthusiasts and motorsport professionals worldwide.

About CORSAIR
CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) is a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts. From award-winning PC components and peripherals to premium streaming equipment, smart ambient lighting, and esports coaching services, CORSAIR delivers a full ecosystem of products that work together to enable everyone, from casual gamers to committed professionals, to perform at their very best.

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