Sim Gaming Expo 2026: The Biggest New Sim-Racing Products from Chicago MOZA Racing, Sim-Lab, Heusinkveld and other manufacturers showcase the future of sim racing. The Sim Gaming Expo 2026 brought the simulation community together September 18–20 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center near Chicago, Illinois. The three-day event featured sim racing, flight simulation, virtual reality, motion platforms, esports competitions and hands-on demonstrations from some of the industry’s leading manufacturers. 

MOZA Racing showcased a broad range of products, expanding its reputation beyond wheels and into motion systems, while companies like Sim-Lab revealed their upcoming Sim-Lab steering wheel and Heusinkveld introduced their latest Heusinkveld steering wheel. The expo was filled with cutting-edge innovations, with manufacturers displaying everything from affordable direct-drive equipment to professional-grade motion simulators.

Here are the most important products and trends from this year’s show. 

MOZA Racing expands far beyond steering wheels. MOZA operated one of the largest exhibits at the expo, with six simulator stations covering traditional racing, flight simulation, trucking, farming and motion technology.

The company’s two headline products were the Ford Mustang GTD Sim-Racing Steering Wheel and the HMA150 Motion System. 

Ford Mustang GTD steering wheel 

The new wheel recreates the distinctive design and control layout of the Ford Mustang GTD. It is aimed at GT racers who want licensed styling combined with a competition-focused button arrangement. Although the wheel officially launched immediately before the expo, attendees in Chicago were among the first to try it in a complete simulator. The Mustang GTD wheel adds to MOZA Racing products, demonstrating the company’s effort to connect real performance cars with virtual racing.

HMA150 Motion System 

MOZA’s HMA150 was one of the company’s most ambitious products on display. The system uses four motion actuators, each providing 150 millimeters of travel and working at response rates of up to 150 Hz. MOZA Motion Manager processes game telemetry and translates acceleration, braking, cornering, track surfaces and other vehicle movements into physical motion. The HMA150 places MOZA in a much larger segment of the simulator market, capable of providing not only the wheelbase, steering wheel and pedals, but also the movement underneath the entire cockpit.

Other MOZA products demonstrated included:

- R16 Ultra direct-drive wheelbase

- R5 Pro wheelbase and racing bundle

- mBooster active pedals

- Active Shifter technology

- AY90 flight-simulation yoke base

- MFY Pro flight yoke

- Farming Control System

- Truck-simulation controls

The full display showcased that MOZA is no longer just a racing-wheel manufacturer; it is building a comprehensive simulation ecosystem covering cars, trucks, aircraft, agricultural equipment and motion platforms.

Sim-Lab reveals its Porsche 963 steering wheel. One of the most exciting products shown in Chicago was Sim-Lab’s forthcoming Sim-Lab steering wheel inspired by the Porsche 963 LMDh prototype, currently competing in international endurance racing. Its shape, carbon-fiber construction, grips, display and control layout closely reproduce the steering wheel used in the actual race car. Final specifications, pricing and availability have not yet been announced, but the product is clearly intended for the premium end of the market.

For drivers who enjoy Le Mans Ultimate, iRacing and other prototype-racing simulations, this could become one of the most desirable licensed wheels available.

DDS26 and DDS39 direct-drive bases 

Sim-Lab also demonstrated its new DDS TorqueSync direct-drive wheelbases. The DDS26 offers 26 Nm of peak torque, while the flagship DDS39 increases output to 39 Nm. Both use an industrial AC brushless servo motor, 24-bit encoder, integrated power supply and a control system operating at more than 100 kHz. Sim-Lab is also maintaining support for third-party steering wheels through USB data and power passthrough.

Expected pricing places these bases firmly in professional territory:

- DDS26: approximately $1,499

- DDS39: approximately $1,999

The company also displayed a compact digital control panel resembling a dedicated sim-racing Stream Deck. Its customizable controls could provide racers with an adaptable alternative to a conventional button box.

Heusinkveld introduces the One SC steering wheel. Heusinkveld is best known for its high-performance pedals, but its product range is expanding rapidly with the introduction of the One SC steering wheel. This lightweight, 270-millimeter steering wheel is developed primarily for the Simucube 3 ecosystem, designed to improve the performance of sim racers. 

The One SC includes a 4.3-inch Simucube touchscreen, 23 configurable RGB LEDs, 12 pushbuttons, and much more. It aims to provide enhanced functionality and feedback for users, further solidifying Heusinkveld's commitment to delivering top-tier sim racing equipment.

Final production version of DisplayDash 

Heusinkveld also presented the finished version of its DisplayDash. This device combines a touchscreen dashboard with physical rotary controls and buttons. Instead of permanent printed labels, the screen can dynamically show the function assigned to each control.

DisplayDash provides 47 available inputs through 12 push rotaries, four buttons and a seven-way switch. It also includes 17 configurable RGB lights, full SimHub support, and a two-port USB hub.

European pricing is €389 including VAT, while pricing outside the EU is listed at €324 before local taxes.

Simucube brings professional force feedback and active pedals. Simucube demonstrated its premium direct-drive wheelbases and ActivePedals alongside Driven Dynamic motion platforms. ActivePedals can electronically reproduce different brake, throttle and clutch characteristics through software, enhancing the overall driving experience without the need for mechanical changes.

No major new Simucube product was publicly launched in Chicago, but the demonstrations reinforced the company’s position in the professional and high-end enthusiast markets.

Simagic displays its expanding hardware range. Simagic maintained a substantial presence through SimHQ, where attendees could try various products in its ecosystem. Items on display included the newer Zeus steering wheels, direct-drive bases, pedals, shifters, and Circuit One motion hardware.

The importance of Simagic’s display was not a single Chicago-exclusive launch; it was the opportunity for American buyers to compare the company’s offerings against MOZA, Fanatec, Simucube, VRS, and other competitors on the same show floor.

VRS, GSI and SRP target serious racers. Virtual Racing School displayed wheelbases, DFP pedals, steering wheels, cockpits and motion equipment. One of the show's more extreme installations combined a custom high-torque direct-drive system with a full motion platform. 

Gomez Sim Industries showcased its collection of premium steering wheels, giving visitors the chance to compare various screen sizes, grip shapes, paddle systems and control arrangements. Spanish manufacturer SRP highlighted its pneumatic pedal systems, utilizing pneumatic resistance for brake modulation, designed for professional applications.

Motion simulation becomes a major category. Motion hardware was one of the clearest trends at the 2026 expo. SimCraft presented several motion platforms for racing and flight simulation, while multiple companies demonstrated different degrees of motion products tailored for home users.

The biggest takeaway from Chicago: the Sim Gaming Expo 2026 showed that sim-racing manufacturers are no longer focusing on one isolated component. Companies like MOZA are expanding into various facets of simulation, including motion, flight, trucking and agriculture. Sim-Lab is diversifying from cockpits into wheelbases, licensed wheels, and electronics, and Heusinkveld is broadening its range to include steering wheels and intelligent control displays.

As motion systems, active pedals, dynamic touchscreens, premium licensed replicas, and enhanced compatibility emerge, consumers benefit from greater choices. Entry-level racers now have more affordable direct-drive options, while experienced drivers find sophisticated upgrade paths, and professionals can build simulators that closely emulate real race cars.

The Chicago expo highlighted that sim racing has evolved from a niche market into a serious technology industry connecting gaming, esports, driver training, and real-world motorsport. For racers planning their next upgrade, the challenge lies not in finding new equipment but rather in deciding which of these rapidly expanding ecosystems should become part of their rig.