We adopted a new young apprentice who isn’t an experienced sim racer, so we offered him a chance to see what this hobby is like. We provided him with an entry bundle with some keys and games, and he wrote a little about his first sim racing experience. Let’s take a look at his words. Introduction I’m new to the world of sim racing, although I’ve always had an interest in racing games. So, when I got the chance to try the Thrustmaster T248R, I wanted to see what kind of experience a wheel could offer compared to the usual way I play with a controller. I’ve spent two weeks using the Thrustmaster T248R, and these are my conclusions about Thrustmaster’s new sim racing hardware. Unboxing The Thrustmaster T248R box keeps the usual look and feel of the brand’s products, with clean colors and a fairly large size that made me assume this wasn’t a basic product. Inside, the packaging keeps everything well protected from bumps and, despite the size of the full set, it’s still easy to carry. When I opened it, I found all the components well protected and neatly organized. Inside, it includes: - 1 x T248R - 1 x T3PM pedal set - 1 x 48 W power supply + power cable - 1 x mounting system + screw - 1 x USB cable - 1 x Allen key - 1 x warranty leaflet - 1 x instruction manual Materials and design As for the materials and overall design, the T248R has a sporty and carefully put-together look. The wheel rim now comes with a perforated leather wrap, which improves grip and gives it a more pleasant feel, a detail that wouldn’t stand out much in a spec sheet but definitely shows during long sessions. The