What country is Fanatec from?

Fanatec products are developed in Germany, produced in Asia and are sold globally in our Fanatec online web shop.

Is Fanatec an Australian company?

Designed and engineered in Germany, Fanatec racing simulation hardware is built to the highest standards so that you can perform at your best.

Where is Fanatec headquarters?

Where is Fanatec 's headquarters? Fanatec is located in Landshut, Bayern, Germany .

Who owns Fanatec?

Endor sells its products primarily to end customers in Europe, the US, Canada, Australia and Japan under the FANATEC brand, largely via e-commerce. Endor also sells driving school simulators in cooperation with Vogel Verlag.

What does Fanatec mean?

Fanatec is primarily a sim racing hardware brand, specialising in racing wheels and pedals etc. However, they do also have a cockpit for sale, the RennSport Cockpit V2. The RennSport is kind of unique in the world of sim racing.

Explaining Fanatec's Entire Sim Racing Ecosystem (Buyers Guide)

Is Fanatec a German company?

Fanatec products are developed in Germany, produced in Asia and are sold globally in our Fanatec online web shop. We develop controllers, racing wheels, pedals, cockpits, and connecting accessories for the latest consoles and PC hardware.

Why did Fanatec sell out?

A combination of factors have worked against budding entry-level direct drive owners, with no new stock dues until the first three months of next year. A combination of positive reviews, keen pricing and a semiconductor shortage has combined to reduce Fanatec CSL DD to zero until the first quarter of next year.

Who is a competitor to Fanatec?

fanatec.com's top 5 competitors in January 2023 are: thrustmaster.com, digital-motorsports.com, racedepartment.com, logitechg.com, and more. According to Similarweb data of monthly visits, fanatec.com's top competitor in February 2023 is thrustmaster.com with 857.5K visits.

Can you use a Fanatec in a real car?

To meet the demands of a real race car connection, the Fanatec electronics are now compatible with CAN bus, the industry standard for automotive communication. We've built a wheel that can withstand the harshest of racing conditions in the cockpit of a GT3 car, tested to the same extremes as the car itself.

How long does it take for Fanatec to deliver to us?

This is the default option for shipments; it services every urban and rural address throughout the 48 contiguous states. Average delivery time is 5-7 business days, with guaranteed delivery dates for commercial addresses. Delivery to some remote residential areas may take additional days.

What does DD stand for Fanatec?

The new standard. FANATEC® Direct-Drive technology comes to the CSL Series. From subtle sidewall flex to powerful self-aligning torque, you'll feel everything with a heightened sense of realism.

Does Fanatec have a physical store?

Our physical store @ 680 Upper Thomson Rd is now open from 11:00 to 20:00 (Closed on Sunday).

Who is Fanatec CEO?

Thomas Jackermeier is the Founder and CEO of Fanatec.

Are American racing wheels made in China?

Stronger and lighter than cast alternatives, the American Racing Forged line is 100% made in the USA. Our custom wheels are handcrafted of 6061 forged Aluminum and made to order by size, style fitment, and finish.

Where is Fanatec Europe based?

Designed and engineered in Germany, Fanatec racing simulation hardware is built to the highest standards so that you can perform at your best.

Why does Fanatec have no stock?

Why is Fanatec out of stock? The reason that the Fanatec CSL DD, GT DD Pro and other sim racing products have been out of stock is due to both high demand from sim racers, and the lack of electronic components.

Will a Fanatec make me faster?

Yes, it will help you find speed faster. Yes, I am completely happy with mine. My G29 cost me about £200 whereas my Fanatec configuration with my optional upgrades cost me around £1000.

Is Fanatec good for drifting?

it gives you so much more confidence drifting it's it's insane. but like i said it's a little bit outside of it. if it's range of power it really needs more juice to run this but i'd say if you just want to buy.

Do Fanatec and Thrustmaster work together?

We are often asked if you can use Thrustmaster or Logitech wheels, pedals, shifters or other accessories in combination with Fanatec hardware. In general the devices of different vendors are not compatible to each other.

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How much does Fanatec CSL cost?

Priced lower than any other direct-drive wheelbase before it, the CSL DD comes in at a relatively low $350/€350. This is the cost for the base unit, with the Boost Kit bundle coming in at $479.95/€479.95.

Is Fanatec F1 worth it?

Is the Fantec Podium Racing Wheel F1® the best cross-compatible direct drive racing wheel money can buy? Well, quite simply, yes. That is because it is the only fully cross-compatible direct drive racing wheel on the market today. That was a pretty easy win for Fanatec.

Is DD1 worth it over CSL DD?

CSL DD VERSUS THE DD1

The CSL DD might even feel a bit smoother! But the DD1 has one huge advantage: immersion. The CSL DD falls short in holding force. Although you can feel details and correct your car better than with belt driven wheels, you just don't have to 'work' for it.

Are Fanatec pedals worth it?

Whichever option you opt for, the Fanatec CSL Pedals offer great value, very good build quality and a lot of adjustability and customisation for a range of sim racers.

How good is Fanatec wheel?

It's a high quality unit with plenty of buttons to keep even the most finicky racers happy. The included wheel fulfils all I needed it to in Assetto Corsa, and there are options to customise it further if needed, either through the Fanatec app or on the wheel itself through the onboard OLED display.