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  • Driver 177 available
    • This version is fixing a few issues we had with 170 but add no functionality other than support for the new ClubSport rim which will be available soon.

      Please find more info and download the driver on our website.

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  • Black Friday Special

    • Due to the
      strong demand on our ClubSport products and the low inventory level we are not
      able to make you a special offer on those but we have an irresistible offer for
      you if you are looking for an easy and sturdy solution how to mount your
      wheels.


      The price
      of the new CSL Wheel Stand is reduced to these low prices:


      USD 69,95
      (excl. Sales tax)


      EUR 69,95
      (incl VAT)


      AUD 99,95
      (incl GST)


      http://eu.fanatec.com/Stand?product_id=725

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  • Driver 170 Beta available UPDATE
    • After a long time without updates we would like to introduce a new driver version for all Porsche, CSR and ClubSport wheels.

      The driver is a Beta version for Windows 7 and 8 (32 and 64bit). Please test it and let us know all problems you find.

      You can also let us know how you like the new features!

      • CSW: Analog joystick of CSW works as mouse
      • Control panel update for  CSS
      • Improved compatibility to external programs like Fanaleds
      • CSW: Map sequential shifter to shifter paddles

      Please find more info and download the driver on our website.

      Due to some serious installation issues on some PCs, we have decided to take the driver offline and release a new version soon.

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  • First CSS to be delivered to customers today

    • I am happy to announce that the first shipment of the ClubSport Shifter has arrived and will be delivered to customers today. This includes both versions and the shifter table clamp.


      At the moment we only got enough units to fullfil just a part of the European pre-orders but production continues and the rest of all open orders will be fullfilled within the next weeks.


      Let us know when you received your shifter and how you like it!

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  • Fanatec on next gen consoles
    • A few people are wondering why we are so quiet.

      We will not make the mistake again to mention new things too early. We
      will announce something new if production is about to start. We are
      working on several products for several platforms and every one of our
      new products will set a new benchmark as they did in the past.

      We
      are also trying hard to protect the investment of our existing customers
      by making our current products upwards compatible. But we cannot
      confirm that before the final consoles are released.



      Thomas
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  • New affiliate program now available
    • We just launched our new affiliate program and this enables you to earn money with us!

      • Put a banner to your racing team website and motivate your team mates to buy from us
      • Use our affiliate banner in your forum signature in whatever forum you are active. 
      • Use your connections in your social network and earn money if your friends purchase Fanatec products
      • Are you a modder or cockpit manufacturer? Promote our products together with yours and earn money without having to keep inventory or bother with logistics.

      Almost anybody can do that! You don't have to be a dealer or reseller and we want to promote our products together with the community just like we work together on development.

      We offer a commission of up to 15% for certain products and our affiliate program might work better because you can only get the products at Fanatec.com so the risk that you promote something but the purchase is being made on a different website with lower price does not exist.

      Please note that the system we used on the old website was just an extension and had many technical problems. This time we we are using Post Affiliate Pro which is an independent service provider which makes sure that all clicks are tracked and everything will run smooth and reliable.

      If you are interested then please go to our website and check out the terms or register right away.

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  • Introducing the ClubSport USB Adapter
    • After getting a lot of inquiries from non-Fanatec customers showing interest in the ClubSport Shifter, we decided to make it compatible to all PC racing games supporting multiple input devices.

      Most of the current sims do support multiple devices so you have broad compatibility. As Fanatec wheel owners don't need that, it would have just increased the unit price of the shifter so this adapter solution is the best for both.

      But the adapter firmware is upgradeable and with a different firmware you can also operate the following devices through USB:

      • ClubSport Handbrake
      • ClubSport Shifter knob (this is a shifter knob with buttons)
      • CSL Elite Pedals

      Future controllers might be supported as well.

       

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  • Xbox One versus PlayStation 4

    • I am currently here at E3 and a lot of things are going on. It is exciting to see a new console generation coming up.


      At the moment we still did not get a final confirmation whether our Xbox 360 wheels will work on Xbox One natively (USB) or with an adaper or upgrade kit or not at all. Therefore we cannot promise you anything other than that we are trying to find a solution and if MS allows it then we would certainly support any solution which increases the compatibility of your XBox 360 wheels.


      You can be sure that we are working to make our wheels compatible with the next gen consoles or develop solutions which will provide compatibility but at this point it is too early to discuss it.


      In any case our wheels will work with GT6 and after playing it, I am quite excited about the improvements of the physics.


      So what is your opinion?


      Xbox One or PS4?


      Forza Motorsport 5 or GT6?

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  • CSW review by ISR

    • So after doing some intensive testing, Team ISR published the review of the ClubSport Wheel and both ClubSport rims.


      I have to admit that as much as they have tried to break the wheel, I have tried to find something negative on this review but i couldn't (ok ok the fact that we sell the pedals separatly is mostly rather seen as a pro and not a con for many of our customers).


      This is an extremely detailed and informative review about all aspects of this product and all features are well covered. The critisizm on the manuals is well taken and we will try to improve. In fact we are already working on a video for the Tuning functions.


       


      Well done, Darin and Shaun!


       

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  • Back online!

    • Fanatec has been hit by the flood as our offices are just a few hundred meters away from the river Isar.


      Both basements of our two buildings have been flooded and our servers have been watercooled for a while.


      I am happy to tell you that now we are back online and can process your e-mails again.


      We just need some some sun now...

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  • Admins and moderators wanted
    • Our new commnity software is ready to be implemented so we can finally merge the blog and a proper forum to our fanatec.com website.

      I am now looking for members to  help us with the following:

      • Create content
      • Help members
      • Test the functionality of the forum or new features
      • Organize community events
      • Create rules and enforce them in a positive way
      • Make our community a informative and friendly place

      To qualify, please list everything which helps us to make a positive decision:

      • Moderator roles in other forums
      • Activities in other communities
      • English skills
      • website progamming skills (optional)

      Most of all, I would like to have friendly and professional people in my team. I am not a fan of banning people or locking threads. There must be some rules but a vivid community should be managed by reasonable people with skills to manage escalated situations and bring everybody back together.

      Please leave a comment if you are interested.

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  • ClubSport Button Box?
    • As all current projects come to an end and production is about to start (which includes handbrake) we are now ready to work on new projects.

      We are working on some rims but there is another item I would like to get your input on.

      What should the ultimate button box look like?

      1. How many buttons?
      2. What type?
      3. Special functions?
      4. Programmability
      5. Connection of other peripherals
      6. Compatibility
      7. Size and dimensions
      8. Materials
      9. Price

       It would be great to get your input on the points above and we can discuss it. We have some initial ideas but you can still influence the design with your input so please use this chance. 

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  • ClubSport Shifter is now online
    • We added the ClubSport Shifter(s) and the ClubSport Shifter table clamp to  our webshop and you can enter your email adress if you want to be notified as soon as pre-order will start.

      The pre-orders will start as soon as production is running and this will happen very soon. We still need to make some final tests but the raw materials are ordered for the first batch.

      We offer the shifter in two flavours:

      The regular ClubSport Shifter is H-pattern only and comes with one round knob. It sells for 149,95 €/USD

      The ClubSport Shifter  SQ also comes with sequential mode and an additional aluminum knob and costs just 199,95 €/USD.

      You can easily mount it to a cockpit or wheel stand but if you mount it on a table you can get the optional ClubSport Shifter table clamp for 29,95 €/USD. 

      There will be adapters for the ClubSport table clamp and the RennSport Wheel stand at a later point.

      The 7th gear is only compatible to the ClubSport wheel at thios point as it requires a firmware change but personally I think the 7th gear is rather a gimmick anyway. A Porsche 911 uses it for fuel saving and other cars with 7 speed gearbox don't have h-pattern shifting so it is unrealistic.

      Perhaps somebody comes up with a standalone adapter for the shifters and then you could use all gears with any wheel. Hmmm...maybe not a bad idea...

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  • CSS Video
    • Porsche Supercup Champion 2010, 2011 and 2012, René Rast, was trying out the ClubSport Shifter and he honestly liked it. In fact he was here to make a video about the RennSport Cockpit and some other product. The "interview" he gave was somehow taken by coincidence as the camera was still running. ;)

      The video also shows the inside of the shifter and you probably get an idea about the complexity of this product. It is all metal of course.

      Next week we plan to unveil pricing and put both versions in the shop. The last big issues we found were all sorted out and the shifter now lasts 7 digit shift cycles. We still need to run several tests with external beta testers but we are almost there!

      Greetings from China!

      Thomas

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  • CSS feature preview #5
    • This feature of the ClubSport shifter is probably the most anticipated one. We have implemented a proper sequential mode.

      It is not a cheap compromise which was requested by the marketing department to fill up the feature list but an authentic sequential mode with strong haptic feedback and the correct movements. The technical effort to do this was huge and it is one of the reasons for the long development time.

      It is also not very useful to have such a mode and force the user to use tools and disassemble half of the shifter so we made it easy and added a switch on both sides so you can quickly change between the modes.

      I know that you still miss price and an availability date but come on. If a new car appears, the first thing you see are prototype pictures "leak" accidentially. Then the car is shown on official pictures or a car show and what is the very last thing they tell you? ;)

      The next teaser will be a video with some shifting action.

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  • Assetto Corsa Preview code for Fanatec customers
    • Fanatec partners with Kunos Simulazioni for the launch of Assetto Corsa Technology Preview.

      Celebrate with us and receive your personal activation code to play AC Tech Preview and netKar-Pro!



      You are eligible to get the code if you order any of your favorite products on www.fanatec.com during the month of April and “Like” Fanatec and Assetto Corsa’s Facebook pages.

      https://www.facebook.com/Fanatec

      https://www.facebook.com/Assetto.Corsa?fref=ts



      The code will then be automatically sent to your inbox at the beginning of May, 2013.

      Aren’t you just dying to try our ClubSport Series together with Assetto Corsa?
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  • CSS Feature preview #4
    • What would a ClubSport product without customizing options? Exactly, it would not be worth the ClubSport brand.

       

      Therefore you can easily exchange the shifter knobs and use the style you like. A longer one for sequential fun or a round one which fits well into your hands. carbon, öeather, metal and whatever colour you want.

      There will be a few options directly from us but the CSS is compatible to most automotive shifter knobs so the options are almost endless.

      What is your favourite style? (Count the left shifter without knob as #1)

               image

       

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  • CSS Feature Preview #3
    • So here is the third unique and innovative feature of our new ClubSport shifter.

      Not only has it 7 gears plus a reverse gear, the gears are also arranged just like in the car which has a 7 Speed H-pAttern shifter: The new Porsche 911.

      And just like Porsche, we were also concerned about about the shifting performance between 1st and 6th gear because the 7th gear is just for fuel saving and the reverse gear is normally not used on the track unless you end up like Kimi in front of a closed gate.

      So the default position is between the 3rd and 4th  gear and in order to change to reverse or 7th you need to push down the stick.

      image

       

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  • CSS Feature preview #2
    • The second feature we will show is the table clamp.

      There are almost unlimitless ways to mount the shifter to this clamp from all sides and in any height.

      The clamp is made of solid metal and is mounted with two screws. This makes sure it will fit to almost any table out there.

      The clamp will also be compatible to your Porsche or CSR shifters. As the ClubSportShifter is too heavyfor the two steel rods it it not recommended to mount it directly to the wheel. We will have an adapter to mount it on the current ClubSport Table Clamp as well.

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  • Introducing the new RennSport Cockpit V2

    • Our RennSport Cockpit has undergone a major revision and we made several changes to improve this state of the art cockpit.

      • Cockpit is now sold separatly from the seat.
      • 2 new seat options: Besides the bucket seat we have two more seats from Sparco
      • New mounting system for the wheel with more options to adjust and more sturdy
      • New monitor holder design
      • New shifter holder
      • The angle of the pedals can now be adjusted


      We have also changed the supplier and improved the overall quality of the aluminum welding.

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  • Racedepartment compares the CSW with a modded T500RS

    • Racedepartment has posted a great review about the ClubSort wheel.


      Anthony Levene compares our products with the modded T500RS he used up to now.


      His final sentence:


      "More power than you could need but refined, classy, less plastic, more brushed metal. "

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  • CSS Feature preview #1
    • The testing of our ClubSport shifter is going well so it is time to announce the features.

      The first function we want to show is the mounting on cockpits.

      image

      All four sides have t-slots which allow the insert of t-slot nuts at any position.

      You can mount the shifters on all sides but also on the bottom.  

      This makes mounting extremely flexible.

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  • Australia: All products are available for immediate shipment

    • We are now able to ship all products in Australia with immediate delivery.


      Besides the products which were already listed on the website we are now offer some special bundles:


      Forza Motorsport CSR Wheel Value Pack


      Porsche 911 GT3 RS V2 Value Pack


      They both come with the CSR pedals and sell for 299,95 AUD each (incl. Sales tax)


      And in order to avoid the discussion before it even starts. Yes we are aware of the fact that the prices are higher than in the US. Reason for that is, that we have to include sales tax and we have much higher administration and logistic costs in Australia.


       


       

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  • New driver 152 available UPDATE

    • Here we go with a new driver version for your Windows PC.


      The main thing we adressed are some random rumble effects which kept playing after you already left the curbs. This happened in rfactror and Simbin simulations.


      Please let me know if this has been fixed with this beta version.




      Download


      UPDATE


      Fixed broken link

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  • CSL Seat reviews

    • The first reviews for the CSL seat are out.


      Amar has made a fantastic review of the CSL seat as well as the ClubSport Wheel on GTplanet.


      Another great review was done by Joe and posted on the VVV website. He was not satisfied with the manual so let me tell you that we are working on an improved version as well as a video manual.


      Thanks to Amar and Joe for these great reviews!


      There will be more reviews coming up soon.


      UPDATE


      Konsolenracer.de Video (German) Danke Michael!

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  • We are now taking pre-orders for Formula rim for CSR ELite wheel

    • After several delays we are now happy to start taking orders for the Formula rim for CSR Elite wheel.


      We will start production right after Chinese New Year and will bring in the products by airfreight.


      The wheel is similar to the Formula rim for the ClubSport base but it is not compatible and has different features.

      • Different colur scheme
      • Different electonics
      • Mounted with 2 screws instead of a QR
      • No rev meter LEDs 
      • 2x 4-way joysticks
      • Artificial leather on the grips. Very comfortable and easy to clean


      This will be the only optional rim we make for the CSR Elite and the production number is limited. 

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  • Fanatec profiler

    • We are working on a profiler  extension for our PC driver.


      All kind of settings should be adjustable and launched automatically when a game starts.


      We already have a lot of ideas of what features we want to implement but it would be great if you let me know know of what you want.


      So please tell me what are the settings you want to have adjusted. 


      How shhould the user interface look like? What special features or functions do you suggest for the profiler?


      We will try to implement all constructive suggestions. Thanks a lot in advance.


       


       

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  • Pre-orders are now starting in Australia

    • From today we are finally able to take pre-orders in Australia.


      Our system is not fully ready yet so that shipment will probably take until middle of February for all products except CSP V2 and CSR P which will be shipped in April.


      Please let me know if you have any issues with your orders so we can fix that.


      I am happy that we are finally getting started. It took way too long and I appreciate the patience of all our loyal fans in down under. Thank you.

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  • New Services offered for ClubSport Wheel

    • The ClubSport Series is our state-of-the-art product line and our customers can expect to get outstanding service for it.


      On top of the great service we already provide we will even offer an enhanced service for all simracers which depend on their product and want to be sure that they always have perfectly working equipment in order to participate in the competitions.


      Therefore we will offer the ClubSport base and both wheel rims in version with included Premium Service Pack.


      The premium service pack gives you high priority access to our support channels and we guarantee you that we will repair your product within 48 hours on working days. If it takes longer you will get a free replacement unit as loaner until you have your product back. You will get this service throughout the full warranty period.


      The PSP is not available as a stand alone product so you have to decide during your purchase if you want to get it or not. You already have a CSW?


      All existing customers of the CSW and the rims will get the PSP for free!


      The second service we offer is the Maintenance pack. Basically you can send in the ClubSport base and we will make sure it works properly again. We will exchange all parts which can wear out and it makes sure that you have a working wheel long time after the warranty period is over.


      Just like a real car, a mechanical unit needs some attention from time to time and we will make sure that you get all spare parts you need to keep the wheel running.


      The ClubSport wheel is a long term investment and not a plastic toy which will be thrown away after a few years.


      Both services are only available in Europe so far but we will extend it soon to other territories and products.


       


       


       

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  • Firmware 756 now available for PWGT3RS V2

    • After the CSR Elite wheel users are happy it is time to release the wheel for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS V2 wheel.


      This firmware is only compatible to the V2 version of the GT3 wheel!


      Please note that you must follow the the instructions carefully. Installation on Windows 8 will work.


      Make sure that you calibrate the shifter and center position after the firmware update.


      Please make sure you use driver version 144 or higher with this firmware.


      Download firmware 756 for 911 GT3 RS V2



      Download driver 144 64


      Download driver 144 32

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  • Firmware 757 now available for CSR Elite wheel
    • We have fixed the fan issue on FW 756 and released 757 for the CSR Elite wheel. There is no other change than that.


      There are comments that this version works with that game better and the other fw version with the other game.



      Force feedback is to a high degree a matter of taste and also highly depends on what the game developers do with it. It is almsot impossible to make a version which is perfect for everybody and every game. We give you a choice so you can decide if you want to keep an older version or go with the latest one.



      "Latest" does not automatically mean better for some people and if you are happy with your wheel then I would recommend not to change anything.


      Please note that you must follow the the instructions carefully. Installation on Windows 8 will work.


      Make sure that you bind your wheel and calibrate the shifter and center position after the firmware update.


       


       


      Please make sure you use driver version 144 or higher with this firmware.


      Download firmware 757 for CSR E



      Download driver 144 64


      Download driver 144 32

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  • Firmware 756 now available for CSR Elite Wheel - EDIT- PLEASE READ

    • First of all I wish you a Happy new year! We will start the year with a new firmware release but we will release many other new goodies as well this year.


      It turned out that all issues with 756 on the other wheels were not firmware related so it is time to release this version for the next wheel: The Forza Motorsport CSR Elite Wheel.


      This version is again a release candidate and if there will be no bugs reported we will release it as final firmware.


      Please note that you must follow the the instructions carefully. Installation on Windows 8 will work.


      Make sure that you bind your wheel and calibrate the shifter and center position after the firmware update.


       


      We will release 756 for PWGT3RS within the next days.


      Please make sure you use driver version 144 or higher with this firmware.




      EDIT:


      IMPORTANT

      We found a serious bug in the fan control. Please do not use this firmware version. We will release a new version asap.


      Download firmware 756 for CSR E



      Download driver 144 64


      Download driver 144 32


       

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  • Merry Christmas from Fanatec

    • Let me wish all of our community members a merry Christmas. I hope you have a great time with your families with a lot of good food, presents and most of all: happiness.


      Have a great time and do what you love to do!


      Here is a little greeting from us:

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  • Firmware 756 now available for CSR Wheel

    • After the succesful release of Firmware 756 for the PWGT2 and PWTS with no issues, we can now release this version for the Forza Motorsport CSR wheel.


      This version is again a release candidate and if there will be no bugs reported we will release it as final firmware.


      Please note that you must follow the the instructions carefully. Installation on Windows 8 will work.


      Make sure that you bind your wheel and calibrate the shifter and center position after the firmware update.


       


      We will release 756 for  CSR E and PWGT3RS within the next days.


      Please make sure you use driver version 144 or higher with this firmware.


      Download firmware 756 for CSR


      Download driver 144 64


      Download driver 144 32

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  • Unbeatable CSL bundles are now available

    • We have just launched new bundles with our new CSL seat.


      In Europe we bundle it with our CSR wheel and CSR pedals and in the USA we have it available with our 911 GT3 RS wheel and CSR pedals.


      For just 399,95 USD (CSL Porsche edition) or 499,95 € (CSL Forza Motorsport edition) you receive:

      • High quality, full spec cockpit with seat and shifter adapter
      • Belt driven Force feedback wheel with all the Fanatec goodies like Tuning display and alcantara rim
      • Multi platform compatibility with PC and full PS3 compatibility (all racing games) and in case of the CSR wheel even Xbox 360
      • High quality pedals


      And where can you get such a bundle from one manufacturer which makes sure that everything fits perfectly together?


      We will make community reviews for the CSL seat very soon.


       


       


       

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  • Firmware 756 now available for PWGT2 and PWTS

    • We have a new firmware version for all Porsche 911 GT2 and Turbo S wheels (Xbox versions)


      This version is a release candidate and if there will be no bugs reported we will release it as final firmware.


      Please note that you must follow the the instructions carefully. Installation on Windows 8 might work but is not tested.


      Make sure that you bind your wheel and calibrate the shifter and center position after the firmware update.


      IMPORTANT: If you upgrade to this version then the RF dongle does not work any longer. If you want to use a wireless connection on PC and PlayStation 3 then you must use the original 681 version.


      We will release 756 for CSR, CSR E and PWGT3RS within the next weeks.


      Please make sure you use driver version 144 or higher with this firmware.


      Download firmware 756 for PWGT2 and PWTS



      Download driver 144 64


      Download driver 144 32

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  • CSL Seat is now available for Pre-order

    • The CSL Seat is now avilable for pre-order and the first shipments will arrive before Christas in North America and Europe.


      Please check out the Fanatec.com website for full features of this product and have a look at the intro video.


      (You might notice another product there as well)

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  • Firmware 037 for CSW available

    • We have a new firmware available for the ClubSport Base with the following changes:

      • LED rev lights supported in PS3 games
      • Alternative button combination to switch to PS3 mode (select + the button in the middle between select and start)
      • Improved initialisiation routine
      • More steady FF characteristics
      • Better linearity of FF signals
      • New updater
      • New fan control




      Please use this firmware only with driver 144 which is included in this package as well.


      Changes:

      • Fixed an issue with RBR
      • Combined pedal mode added (for compatibility with WRC 3)


      Please use this driver only with CSW or with PWX and CSR wheels with firmware of 750 or higher.


      More firmware updates for other models to follow soon.


       


      Download

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  • New website is up and running

    • Yesterday we finally launched the new website. It took a little bit but we wanted to be sure that all bugs are eliminated.


      Check out the new configurator! We also added more payment options and of course we added the new territories Australia and Japan.


      We are still not finished and the most important things which is missing is a proper community section.


      Please let me  know how you like it and what kind of suggestions you have for the new website.


       

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  • Australia: The first products are on the way!

    • We finally were able to send the first products to Australia last week and they will arrive in December.


      The only thing missing is the GST number for Endor Australia as it takes ages to get this number from the authorities. We now sent the goods on our risk and hope that we get the GST number in time before the containers arrive.


      We plan to offer the full product range but it will take some weeks until everything is there.


      Although many of you did not believe it anymore it is a fact that we highly appreciate this market and I personally LOVE Australia and the Australians although I have only been there one time. It used to be one of our biggest markets in the past and my target is to make it as strong as it was and more.


      I will let you know once we are able to start shipping the products or start taking orders.

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  • Black Friday: Get a FREE Formula rim

    • So here we go with the Black Friday offer of Fanatec.


      This year we decided to give you a free Formula rim if you purchase a ClubSport Base with a BMW rim.


      The total price for the base with two wheel rims is just 699,95 (USD w/o Tax and € incl. VAT)


      We have limited supply so this offer only lasts until we are sold out and have no more inventory. It is valid in the USA, Canada and Europe and will only be available for one day.

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  • Introducing the CSL seat
    • It has been a bit quiet but this is because we were working on a lot of things and there will be an update on the announced new products and the Australian shipments within the next two weeks.

      But we were also working secretly on new product: The CSL Seat

       

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      The CSL seat is a stunning construction with a very clever and unique design. It is not only super solid and perfectly suitable for our strong ClubSport wheel. It is at the same time extremely lightweight, fully adjustable in any relevant way and super comfortable.

      It comes with a shifter holder and is fully compatible to the following wheels, pedals and shifter sets:

      • All Fanatec products
      • G25 / G27
      • T500 RS

       

      The seat cover will be easily exchangeable and we will offer additional designs as well.

      Does it look familiar to you? This seat was previously sold under a different name but we came to an agreement with the designer and manufacturer to sell this product exclusively under the Fanatec brand and manufactuered by our factories. Renato is a genious engineer and there are more products in the pipeline from him.

      The production has already started and we will fly in the first units for immediate delivery.

      The price will be 299,95 USD / € and it will be available for pre-order from next week.

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  • Greger Huttu runs Suzuka (iRacing)

    • Our team driver Greger shows you how to drive a fast lap on Suzuka in a F1 car.


      Greger is one of the fastest guys in the world so enjoy how he drives and perhaps you can learn from it so you can challenge him.


      This is a rare video as not many people have seen Greger driving so far. Usually you just see his virtual car in front of you.

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  • Driver 142 released

    • We are happy to release a new driver version 142 for all Fanatec wheels.


      We fixed several small bugs and improved wheel detection and  and registry cleanup.


      Please uninstall your previous driver and reboot the PC after installation of 142.


      This time we do not release it as beta version and it is safe to install it.


      Download Driver 142


       

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  • A unique wheel can be yours! Charity auction is now online.
    • The CSR Elite wheel with Formula rim which was signed by current F1 world champion Sebastian Vettel is now on sale in an eBay auction.

      Due to technical reasons the auction is limited to European customers.

      100% of the auction result will be donated to the Wings for Life organisation which tries to cure and prevent paraplegia. Wings for Life was founded by MotoX world champion Heinz Kinigadner and Dietrich Mateschietz, the owner of Red Bull. Paraplegia can happen to anybody so we fully support this organisation and I hope you will do so as well.

      In return you will get a unique and fantastic racing wheel. A true collectors item.


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       PS: No, I dont have any news about Autralia and the ClubSport Shifter Wink

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  • F1 drivers fight it out on Fanatec ClubSport Wheels

    • Here is the video footage of the race session which was recorded just before the Monza Grand Prix.


      Lewis Hamilton, Heikki Kovalainen and Bruno Senna came with their race engineers and had some innovative race which included a driver change.


      The drivers used the PS3 version of F1 2012 with the Formula rim and our CSR Elite pedals mounted on a Playseat.


      If you watch the video carefully you might notice something in our wheel.


       

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  • CSP V2 review

    • Doug Meyer of Sim Racing Review has made a very informative review about the new ClubSport Pedals V2.


      Enjoy!

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  • Porsche 911 GT2 ClubSport edition XXL now available

    • We have a new bundle package available and this time we packed the following things together:

      • Porsche 911 GT2 racing wheel
      • ClubSport Pedals V2
      • Clubsport carbon shifter paddles
      • RF dongle for PS3 or PC
      • Porsche wheel shifter set 


      It is available now for 499,95 USD (excl. VAT) or 499,95 € (incl. VAT).


      This means a discount of about 100 €/USD!


       

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  • F1 2012 wheel compatibility

    • Codemasters has just confirmed the compatibility of our wheels with their latest racing title.


      Here you can see the full compatibility list.


      Let me know what settings you prefer. Please list your wheel and platform.


       

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