Fans will soon be able to get even closer to experiencing the thrill of racing a McLaren Formula 1 car, following the announcement of the first-ever McLaren Racing X Logitech G sim racing collection.  

McLaren and Logitech G have recently extended their partnership and this first-of-its-kind McLaren Racing X Logitech G collection will usher in a new era, building on its success to date.

The successful partnership, which began in 2017, is driven by a mutual ambition to bring fans closer to the track and allow them to experience the thrill of racing by developing cutting-edge tools and immersive experiences that blend the virtual and physical racing worlds.

Logitech G shares our vision to create a more accessible racing experience, providing gamers of all levels with industry-leading keyboards, mice, headsets, mousepads and simulation products, such as wheels and flight sticks.

After several years of development, we will release three premium sim racing products together. We have worked closely with Logitech G to hone and refine the final designs for the specific needs of sim racers, channelling over 50 years of iconic racers, innovators, and champions. 

The McLaren Racing Edition RS Formula Wheel has been crafted to mimic the style and feel of our Formula 1 car's steering wheel, but with a smaller, open-top shape suitable for sim racers.

Comfort is crucial, and fans can level up their setup with Logitech G McLaren Racing Edition Playseat Instinct, inspired by the seating position of our Formula 1 car. Combining style with comfort and adjustability, this seat is as close as you can come to racing in a real F1 cockpit.

Finally, racing wouldn’t be the same without the noises of a race track, and the A50 X McLaren Racing Edition captures every sound, from the roar of the engines and the screech of the tyres to the crunch of gravel. It features the best microphone in gaming, capturing your voice in broadcast quality, whether you’re communicating with your mates or the pit crew at the track.   

“Working closely with the Logitech G team, we’ve been able to blur the lines between virtual and real-world racing throughout the course of our partnership, offering fans the closest they can get to the real thing since 2017,” said Nick Martin, Co-Chief Commercial Officer, McLaren Racing. “We’re excited to continue this collaboration, and I can’t wait to see what new developments are in store in the near future.” 

The highlight to date has been the hugely popular Logitech McLaren G Challenge, which recently returned to Forza Motorsport for a seventh successive season. First launched in 2018, the challenge is aimed at gamers and sim enthusiasts worldwide and designed to suit seasoned drivers and those new to virtual racing.

This year, participants took on a series of challenges in the Forza Motorsport Rivals game for the chance to win one of several blockbuster prizes, including a Logitech G Sim Racing setup, over $50,000 in cash and product prizes, and an all-expenses-paid trip to the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, UK.

Spanning May to August, this year’s challenge included a three-stage Qualifying process, with drivers competing in time trials across three circuits in the iconic McLaren MP4/4, famously driven to the 1988 Formula 1 World Championship by Ayrton Senna. The fastest drivers in each region advanced each month before competing for prizes in one of four regional Grand Finals.

 “We’re proud to create a tournament that brings together sim racers from around the globe, giving them the chance to push their limits, showcase their talent, and experience the thrill of motorsport like never before,” said Robin Piispanen, General Manager of SIM Racing at Logitech G.

“This partnership marks a decade of collaboration between two iconic brands, united by a passion for innovation and racing. Logitech G and McLaren Racing have redefined the thrill of the track, turning racing dreams into reality for fans worldwide. We’re excited to break new barriers in sim racing and create unforgettable experiences for years to come." 

Together, McLaren Racing and Logitech G - the global leader in PC and console gaming gear – will continue to reshape the sim racing and esports worlds, through advanced peripherals, game-changing innovations, and immersive events.

To be the first to know when the McLaren Racing X Logitech G sim racing collection will be released, for more information on our partnership, or details of how to participate in the Logitech McLaren G Challenge, visit the official McLaren website, logitechg.com, LogitechGChallenge.com, or join the Official Logitech G Discord.