Ignite your sim racing journey and experience race-winning technology with Asetek’s new Initium product line!

 Aalborg, Denmark, 20 August 2025 – Asetek is excited to announce the launch of the Initium product line. Designed for the aspiring sim racer, Initium delivers an affordable experience without compromising on quality or realism.

Asetek has previously established itself as a leading brand in the sim racing community, known for delivering high-quality products to market. Its latest launch applies that same engineering expertise to a new product line designed to make high-quality sim racing accessible to a wider audience.

This latest innovation from the Danish brand brings a level of quality at an unbeatable price point. Whether you prefer to dominate the tracks from the comfort of your sofa or in a dedicated cockpit, the Initium Racing Bundle I is the ideal launchpad for sim racers who are ready to kickstart their journey – this is where real racing starts.

Available from €679 / $599*, the racing bundle includes the Initium Steering Wheel, the Initium Brake & Throttle Pedal Set, and the Initium 5.5 Nm Wheelbase, and provides an accessible entry point into the world of sim racing. It implements everything you love from its higher-end siblings such as cable free quick-release technology, the easy-to-use RaceHub software, and the wheelbase fidelity Asetek has become known for.

For those wanting a complete setup, Asetek is offering the Initium Racing Bundle II that includes a 2-in-1 cockpit and Compact Race Seat, plus the Initium Steering Wheel, the Initium Brake & Throttle Pedal Set, and the Initium 5.5 Nm Wheelbase. The cockpit can be used for either GT or Formula-style racing and is the perfect choice for gamers looking to take the next step within the sim racing genre. The bundle is available from €1,179 / $1,049* and each product is also available to purchase separately. The Initium Racing Bundle II and its individual parts will be available for pre-order from 20th August, with shipping expected to begin soon.

Initium Steering Wheel

Crafted from a custom injection molded material and perforated grips, the Initium Steering Wheel’s offers the perfect blend of aesthetics, comfort, and reliability.

Key features:

• Reactive LEDs: 4 backlit buttons and 9 rev-light aRGB LEDs.
• 21 input options: 4-way D-Pad, magnetic shifters and rotary encoders.
• Cable-Free QR System: The integrated quick release system provides a cableless experience that elevates setup aesthetics and performance.
• Start/Stop Button: Instantly deactivates the torque so you can step away without missing out on the action.
• RaceHub: Fine-tune your racing experience with the in-house central software. Use RaceHub to control key mapping and LEDs, display functions and torque.

Initium Brake & Throttle Pedal Set

The Initium Brake & Throttle Pedal Set gives you the freedom to seamlessly switch between racing from the comfort of your couch or a dedicated racing setup – the choice is yours. Crafted from ultra-strong, durable glassfibre reinforced composite materials, and able to withstand up to 140KG of force, these pedals will guide you through countless races in the years to come.

Key features:

• High-precision Hall-sensors: Pin-point input precision, ensuring every press of a pedal results in an immediate and accurate response.
• Flawless Calibration: Calibrate and adjust deadzones and pedal maps in RaceHub to ensure your Initium Pedal Set performs to your expectations.
• Sleek Forged Carbon Design: Engineered for performance and crafted to turn heads, the Initium Pedal Set offers a clean race-inspired aesthetic that elevates your experience from the moment you step in.

Initium 5.5 Direct Drive Wheelbase

With the Initium 5.5 Direct Drive Wheelbase, you’ll feel every bump, curve, and turn. Direct drive force feedback gives racers the ultimate realistic driving experience from the moment they touch the wheel.

Key features:

• Low latency, Immediate Response: Initium’s motor controller enables market-leading responsiveness.
• Five Peripheral Connection Ports: The Initium Direct Drive Wheelbase serves as a hub for your other Asetek peripherals.
• Easy-To-Install 8Nm upgrade: Take advantage of a plug and play upgrade with the Initium Wheelbase Boost Kit.

 Initium Seat and 2-in-1 Cockpit

Ultra durable fabric with red detail stitching brings the right aesthetic to any setup while high density foam padding keeps you comfortable long into extended sessions. The ergonomic racing design of the Initium seat provides real-world race car seating for maximum immersion.

 Cockpit Key features:

• Track-Ready Design: Finished in a sleek black-powder coating, the Initium cockpit is built to last and look good doing it.
• GT or Formula: The 2-in-1 cockpit gives you the freedom to choose, depending on your preference and what you’re driving.
• Ultra-Rigid Steel Construction: Say goodbye to flex, creaks, and compromises – just pure performance, lap after lap.

Upgrade Your Setup

Initium is designed to grow with you and provide countless hours of fun for racers at all levels. There is a full upgrade path to the clutch, brake and throttle pedals, and you can update your wheelbase and pedal set as your skill level grows.

Initium is launching for PC and compatibility for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One is expected to follow in the future with the release of an updated steering wheel.

Pricing and Availability

The Initium Product Line is available to purchase now** via Asetek’s webshop:

• Initium Racing Bundle I: €679 / $599
• Initium Racing Bundle II: €1,179 / $1,049
• Initium 5.5 Nm Wheelbase: €399 / $349
• Initium Steering Wheel (PC): €169 / $149
• Initium Brake & Throttle Pedal Set: €134 / $119
• Initium 2-in-1 Cockpit: €339 / $299
• Initium Seat: €179 / $159
• Forte Seat: €299 / $259

*See Asetek webshop for regional prices

**Racing Bundle II and its individual parts will be pre-order only from 20th August, with shipping expected to begin soon

Asetek products will also be hitting the shelves across Europe after securing partnerships with leading electronics retailers, including Currys (UK), CaseKing (DE), Elkjøp (SE, NO), Elgiganten (DK), and Gigantti (FI).