Corsair buys Trak Racer to expand Fanatec sim hardware

Corsair announced it has acquired all assets of Melbourne-based simulator cockpit maker Trak Racer. The purchase brings Trak Racer’s cockpits, seats, display mounts, motion systems and flight-simulation gear into Corsair’s peripherals business and into the Fanatec brand.

Trak Racer produces simulator frames ranging from entry-level to professional, tubular cockpits, haptic platforms and accessories. Fanatec specialises in electronic control systems such as wheelbases, steering wheels, pedals and the software that runs them. Corsair stated the asset acquisition aims to grow its Gamer and Creator Peripherals segment by combining Fanatec electronics with Trak Racer’s physical rigs and direct-to-consumer sales.

In a company press release, CEO Thi La described the acquisition as expanding Fanatec’s sim racing ecosystem and noted expected margin benefits as Corsair integrates Trak Racer’s products and sales channels into its global distribution network.

Trak Racer founder Matt Sten will join Corsair as Chief Technology Officer for SIM Solutions. Sten commented that the partnership will allow Trak Racer products to reach more sim enthusiasts through Corsair’s global retail and distribution infrastructure while keeping ties to the community that built the brand.

The asset purchase includes Trak Racer’s licensing arrangements and motorsport partnerships. Those cover a Mattel licence for Hot Wheels and Matchbox products planned for 2027, a collaboration with Porsche and official relationships with the BWT Alpine and Aston Martin Aramco Formula One teams. Corsair plans to use these licences and partnerships to broaden product offerings and market reach in motorsport and branded merchandise categories.

Corsair has been active in esports and hardware partnerships, signing a three-year exclusive peripheral deal with FaZe Esports in April 2026 and serving as a hardware partner for the StarLadder Budapest CS2 Major in 2025. The company expects that combining Fanatec engineering with Corsair’s retail and distribution will let Trak Racer products reach a larger global audience.

Since 2025 several gaming-hardware companies have expanded into simulation and racing hardware to meet growing demand for complete rigs and immersive setups. By adding cockpits, motion systems and flight-sim gear, Corsair aims to provide a broader simulation product range that covers electronic controls as well as physical frames and seats.