The SimRacing Expo, the German trade show dedicated to sim racing, moved from Dortmund and was held in Frankfurt this year. Fanatec, MOZA, Asetek, and many others showcased their equipment there, and this article provides an overview, brand by brand.

Several announcements concern entry-level pricing. Simucube is launchingthe ActivePedal Sport, its most affordable active pedal, at €901 before tax, and Fanatec has released the Podium Pedals Sport for €599.95. For drivers who already have a setup, this is an opportunity to upgrade to an active pedal or the Podium pedal set without having to opt for these brands’ most expensive models. Ascher Racing is introducing its AURA GT line, available via USB or Simucube Link. Assetto Corsa EVO’s Free Roam mode will be released on December 9 for PC, in early access.

Fanatec: A Steering Wheel with a Large Screen and a New Mid-Range Model

Fanatec’s next flagship steering wheel, Project Obsidian, won’t be released until 2027, but the company has chosen to unveil it now, in prototype form. Its large color screen and RPM LEDs are housed within a glass front panel mounted on an aluminum frame, and Fanatec plans to use feedback from gamers to finalize its development. It will also be the brand’s first model to connect directly to SimHub, via both USB and Wi-Fi.

Fanatec has lowered its entry-level price most significantly for its pedal sets. On sale during the show for €599.95, the Podium Pedals Sport is a two-pedal version of the Podium pedal set. The brake is factory-set for 150 kg at the plate, and both its travel and sensitivity can be adjusted manually. The control unit supports an RJ12 connection to a Fanatec base or a USB connection to a PC. Since the calibration curves are stored in the pedal set itself, they also work on consoles. It is currently unavailable on the Fanatec website.

Fanatec is also preparing the next generation with the ClubSport Pedals V4, expected in 2027, which will refresh its mid-range lineup. They incorporate many of the Podium Pedals’ features at a lower price, and this marks the first time the ClubSport line has been completely overhauled since its inception.

Starting in mid-November, Formula 1 fans will also find a ClubSport Formula V3 in Oracle Red Bull Racing colors in the catalog—this time as a production model, featuring the team’s 2026 race car livery. The ClubSport Formula Cockpit, which until now has been reserved for Formula 1 events, will become a consumer product in 2027.

MOZA Racing: Eight Simulators and AI at the Forefront

At MOZA Racing, the show was primarily an opportunity to let visitors try out the current lineup on eight simulators that could be reserved for free seven-minute sessions. Artificial intelligence was highlighted at two Assetto Corsa stations: one featuring AI Coach, the software that, according to MOZA, interacts directly with the hardware to teach drivers the correct techniques, and the other allowing drivers to compete against a virtual driver controlled by AI. The latter was running on a base R16 Ultra, featuring the mBooster pedal set and its PHF haptic module. The HMA150 motion system, with four actuators, was also installed in the iRacing and rally stations, and two flight simulators—running DCS World and X-Plane—rounded out the booth.

MOZA’s latest releases are coming out right on the heels of that, on October 22, featuring a Ford-licensed steering wheel—the Mustang GTD—and an Airbus sidestick—the MA3F—which we’ll cover in a separate article.

Asetek Racing: The GT Nova and Its OLED Screen

The Nova Working Group is Asetek’s new GT steering wheel, made of fiberglass-reinforced polymer, featuring a small OLED screen and nearly fifty LEDs on the front. Built on an Asetek platform, it also allows you to adjust force feedback, rotation angle, and damping without letting go of the wheel. The LMP Mk.II grips make their debut on this model. For smoother and more discreet gear shifts, Asetek includes rubber stops in the box to be attached to the shift paddles. The steering wheel will be released in March 2027 for €299.99 (excluding tax), including the quick-release mechanism—a reasonable price for a steering wheel equipped with a display.

Ascher Racing: the AURA GT series, available via USB or Simucube Link

Withthe AURA GT, Ascher Racing offers a choice between a full-rim, round (32R) or flat-bottomed (32D) steering wheel, and the only control panel, the AURA GT Base, which can be mounted on most rims with a 6 × 70 mm pattern. Regardless of the model, two control units are available, both featuring the same controls. For Simucube Link, everything is configured in Simucube Tuner. For USB, the steering wheel connects via SimHub, using a Binder M16 connector or a USB-C port. Ascher expects availability in the first quarter of 2027, with a few units possibly available before the New Year, and pricing has yet to be announced.

Simucube: The ActivePedal Sport, the entry-level active pedal

TheActivePedal Sport It serves as Simucube’s entry-level active pedal, priced at €901 before tax, or €1,280 before tax when bundled with the Co-Pedal and Link Hub. The basic principle is the same as with the Pro and Ultimate models, as a motor controls the resistance and simulates ABS feedback in the foot. The main difference is in size, since the Sport is 168 mm shorter than the Pro and is mounted with four M5 screws. The effects are configured in Simucube Tuner, with customizable settings for each car and each game. Drivers who already own a Link Hub simply need to plug in the pedal, which will be available starting early next year.

Heusinkveld: the One SC for Simucube 3 and DisplayDash

The Heusinkveld One SC is designed for Simucube 3 bases and weighs 1,060 g with its hub. It features Simucube’s 4.3-inch touchscreen, which also serves as a touchpad. A USB port allows it to be used with other bases, and the company has not yet announced the price. Heusinkveld has also announced the DisplayDash, a touchscreen unit for SimHub priced at €389 (including tax), which features 47 controls and mounts on a VESA bracket.

Assetto Corsa EVO and RaceRoom at the SimRacing Expo

On stage, RaceRoom provided details about its Historic Update, then released a new version of its comeback title right after the show. Even with a packed grid, the physics now maintains its 400 Hz rate almost everywhere. The power steering system has been redesigned from scratch, and a 5.3-km German hill climb, Glasbach, is in the works.

The Free Roam inAssetto Corsa EVO will be released on December 9 for PC as part of Early Access, as Kunos announced in Frankfurt. Visitors were able to try it out at the Assetto Corsa booth, and the studio is calling it its most significant content update since Early Access began. Initially, the map is limited to the Nordschleife, the neighboring villages, and the small roads connecting them—not to mention a few dirt roads. You’ll encounter traffic, the weather will change, and time trials will be available, either solo or in multiplayer. The map will then be expanded in stages to other parts of the Eifel region.