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D-BOX and Trak Racer partner to produce G5 chassis

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New Trak Racer chassis comes with five G5 haptic actuators.

NUREMBERG — D-BOX Technologies Inc. and Trak Racer, partner to bring D-BOX’s haptic feedback to Trak Racer’s chassis. The value of the haptic components to be sold by D-BOX pursuant to this agreement is estimated at approximately $1.33 million CDN ($1 million USD).

The new Trak Racer chassis will be the first chassis equipped with five of D-BOX’s new G5 actuators and will be available in late 2023.

“Trak Racer is known for providing gamers and sim racers or pilots with platforms of the highest quality, so we’re thrilled to be able to bring our haptic technology to their global ecosystem,” said Sébastien Mailhot, president and CEO, D-BOX. “When you combine their international footprint and prominence in the industry with our expertise of having the only haptic system to be licensed by the FIA, there’s no telling how far we can go. This new partnership combines the know-how of two industry leaders in sim racing and flight simulation, and we’re confident it will make for a truly unique experience.”

Trak Racer, who provides the official gaming simulator of the Alpine F1 team, has more than 12 years of experience creating products. Through this partnership, D-BOX and Trak Racer will capitalize on the sim racing and flight simulation markets.

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“Deciding to partner with D-BOX was natural for us,” said Matt Sten, CEO, Trak Racer. “Their unique combination of movements, vibrations and textures allows drivers to be perfectly tuned in to their vehicles. In sim racing, every second is crucial, and D-BOX’s haptic feedback can help drivers make back valuable seconds to conquer the track. We’re dedicated to bringing our customers the best value and experience possible, and our partnership with D-BOX just further proves that dedication.”

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