RGMMC and Playseat® Announce Strategic Partnership to close the gap between Competitive Karting and Sim Racing

Published on Tuesday, March 3, 2026

RGMMC and Playseat® Announce Strategic Partnership to close the gap between Competitive Karting and Sim Racing

RGMMC Group, A leading organizer of international karting championships, announces a new strategic partnership with Playseat®, the global leader in racing simulation cockpits. This collaboration will bridge the gap between real-world karting and the rapidly growing world of esports and sim racing.



 

Through the partnership, Playseat® will become the Official Simulator Partner of RGMMC. Karting drivers, fans, and aspiring racers will now have access to high-quality sim racing equipment at RGMMC events, offering an immersive training and entertainment platform that mirrors the dynamics of on-track racing.



 

“RGMMC has always been about pushing the boundaries of motorsport and offering young drivers the best possible pathway to success,” said James Geidel, President of RGMMC Group. “Partnering with Playseat® allows us to bring cutting-edge simulation technology to our paddock, helping drivers refine their skills while giving fans a chance to experience the thrill of racing in a new way.”



 

As part of the collaboration, Playseat® rigs will be featured in RGMMC paddocks and hospitality areas throughout the season, allowing participants and spectators to test their skills on virtual versions of world-famous tracks. The initiative also aims to introduce a new RGMMC Digital Era, combining real karting and sim racing into one unified motorsport ecosystem.



 

"With over 25 years of research and development with professional racing drivers, Playseat® has become the undisputed standard in delivering unrivalled realism to drivers," said Fernando Smit, President and Founder of Playseat®. "30 years ago, we invented racing simulation at home and have always strived to bring racing closer to the people by bringing the true on-track racing experience to everyone around the world.



 

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