Red Bull Racing’s RB19 Motion Simulator brings authentic motorsports action to your gaming den

Posted on 26/09/2024 by Gaurav Sood

Oracle Red Bull Racing dominated the last season with RB19, and through halfway this season they were looking the dominant force until after the summer break when McLaren put more than a foot in the door for claiming this year’s championship. While the battle on the track is going to be more intense than ever until the final race off the track fans can revel in the experience of sim driving in the Red Bull’s untouchable (in fact F1’s most successful car) RB19.

The dominant F1 racing team has revealed their first-ever motion simulators based on the RB19 that became one the most dominant car during the 2023 championship. Red Bull has collaborated with Memento Exclusives who have tons of experience in motorsports to craft the limited-edition simulators. To keep everything authentic to the last detail, they’ve used the same materials and processed as done on the actual racing cars.

Designer: Oracle Red Bull Racing and Memento Exclusives

This results in the exact same experience while driving the real Red Bull F1 car on the daunting circuits of motorsports. Of course, you’ll have the opportunity to navigate those chicanes or brake late like Max if you’ve somehow got his reflexes and skills. The sim comes complete with state-of-the-art technology like haptic actuators and rumble feedback courtesy of the D-Box haptic motion system to make everything feel as authentic as in real life. There are adjustable Heusinkveld gaming pedals, a custom Rexing Mayaris steering wheel, AOC 49” curved gaming monitor and high-end speakers for audio realism. So, these sims are it for Red Bull Racing and hardcore gaming fans.

The Oracle Red Bull Racing RB19 Racing Simulator can be bought right away for a mind-numbing price of $136,668 through F1Authetics. Along with these racing sims, they’ve also revealed the limited-edition RB18 and RB19 show cars which are available for purchase. Motorsports lovers bit fat bank accounts can own either the RB18 or RB19 cars featuring Max Verstappen or Sergio Pérez liveries. In addition, fans will get a 1:8 scale model and the special edition liveries from the Miami and Las Vegas races. For those who cannot fathom the thick prices of these show cars, there are memorabilia in the form of replica car parts and bodywork.

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This Pininfarina Racing Rig Concept might be the most Gorgeous Simulator Setup ever made

Posted on 23/04/2024 by Sarang Sheth

The problem with racing simulator rigs are that they aren’t designed by automotive designers, they’re designed by gamers. Most sim-racers are fairly utilitarian looking, with an almost bare-basics cockpit-inspired design focusing on real-world feel. The most aesthetic part is almost always the driver’s seat, and everything else looks like a naked chassis. Not the Pininfarina Formula though… designed by Fabio Bilotta, this concept piece brings the world of automotive art and gaming together to create a rig so unique it’ll garner stares the same way a hypercar does.

Designer: Fabio Bilotta

The Pininfarina Formula combines sleek aesthetics with user-centered functionality. Paying homage to the iconic shape of the Istanbul Air Traffic Control Tower, it embodies a blend of sophistication and dynamism. The secret to the Pininfarina Formula’s sculptural beauty lies in its meticulous material selection. Carbon fiber offers a perfect balance of strength and lightness, while reinforced plywood ensures long-lasting durability. Stainless steel adds a touch of class, and genuine leather elevates the experience with a luxurious feel.

The Pininfarina Formula models itself ergonomically on Formula 1 cars, positioning the user’s feet at shoulder height for optimal control and mimicking the posture of professional racers. But it doesn’t stop there. The setup is designed to adapt to individual needs. The pedal sledge and steering wheel housing are both fully adjustable, allowing users of all heights and preferences to find their perfect racing position.

Whether you prefer the immersive world of virtual reality or the classic experience of a traditional screen, the Pininfarina Formula caters to your taste. Its adaptable design seamlessly integrates with different gaming setups, ensuring you can enjoy your favorite racing titles in the way that suits you best. The setup comes without a wheel or pedals, giving you the ability to attach your own, based on your preferences as well as your budget… although if you’re splurging on a Pininfarina-inspired rig, is money really an object for you?!

Images via Automotive Design Planet

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Eye-popping Pagani Huayra R racing simulator matches the real thing in every little detail

Posted on 01/04/2024 by Gaurav Sood

Sim racing is the best way to showcase your racing or gaming skills if you didn’t make the cut to the big league. Serious gamers always want to invest in a racing simulator that takes them one step closer to intense wheel-to-wheel action. Depending on what’s the final budget, these rigs can be anything from a desk-mounted setup costing $300, a chassis for a few thousand, or a full-blown motion simulator costing $50,000 upwards.

If you’ve got a stack of money to spare you can go to another level though, with a sim rig that professional racers opt for. Along the same lines, Pagani has unveiled their Huayra R Driving Simulator which is designed in collaboration with Racing Unleashed, who are known for building some of the best high-end racing simulators out there.

Designer: Pagani and Racing Unleashed

Attention to detail is the key in this racing sim as it took more than a year to finalize the creation process. This racing simulator crafted at Pagani’s facilities is made out of a single piece of aluminum and adorns carbon fiber used in the original Huayra R supercar. The car’s dynamics right from aerodynamics and handling to the sound of the naturally aspirated V12 engine are replicated to millimeter precision. The seat belts, pedals, seats and steering wheel are identical to the ones on the real car. Wait there’s more… it also has air vents to release the brake and engine heat, making it one hell of a racing sim!

According to Franco Morsino, Vehicle Dynamics Lead at Pagani, “Our goal was to transcend the traditional boundaries of virtual driving, offering an unparalleled level of realism and immersion. This simulator is not just about the experience but also serves as a piece of art, reflecting the unique essence of Pagani’s design philosophy.” Pagini will only offer this racing sim to Pagani owners to test and compete with their powerful machines on FIA tracks in virtual reality. Taking realism to the next level, the sim can also be run in conjunction with a VR headset. Otherwise, the racer/gamer can opt to race on the single curved ultra-wide Samsung G9 monitor. Apart from the Huayra R, the simulator also gets the custom physics-focused version of the Assetto Corsa.

Pagani has not revealed any details about the pricing but given its level of realism and design uniqueness, it should very well run into a $100,000 (or more) price tag. On the hind side that’s way less than the track-only Pagani Huayra R costing $3 million.