Fanatec is running a late-August hardware promotion across Europe, cutting prices on Direct Drive wheelbases, steering wheels, pedals and its ClubSport shifter until August 30. Fanatec is currently promoting a range of sim racing hardware discounts across its European store, with reductions covering several of the most accessible products in its ecosystem. The company’s “Gear Up” promotion runs until August 30, with discounts on both versions of the CSL DD, the Gran Turismo DD Pro bundle, CSL Elite Pedals V2 and several steering wheels. The ClubSport Shifter SQ V1.5 is also included. The discounts range from €30 to €80 depending on the product, with some of the most significant reductions affecting Fanatec’s entry-level Direct Drive options and PlayStation-compatible Gran Turismo bundle. Fanatec CSL DD drops to €299.95 The most relevant deals for PC users are on the two versions of the CSL DD QR2. The standard CSL DD QR2 5 Nm has been reduced from €329.95 to €299.95, a saving of €30. The stronger CSL DD QR2 8 Nm receives a larger €50 reduction, bringing its price down from €429.95 to €379.95. Both versions use Fanatec’s QR2 quick-release system and support FullForce, while the difference between them comes primarily from the power supply and resulting maximum torque. That €379.95 price makes the 8 Nm version particularly relevant in the current entry-to-mid-range Direct Drive market, where Fanatec is competing against newer wheelbases from MOZA, Thrustmaster and other manufacturers. The current Direct Drive offers are: - CSL DD QR2 5 Nm: €299.95 — previously €329.95 — save €30. - CSL DD QR2 8 Nm: €379.95 — previously €429.95 — save €50. Gran Turismo DD Pro gets the biggest discount PlayStation users also have a discounted option in the form of the Gran Turismo DD Pro 5 Nm. Fanatec has reduced the officially