Heusinkveld Enters Racing Wheel Market with Unconventional “One” Design

Heusinkveld, renowned for their Sprint and Ultimate pedals, has announced their first-ever steering wheel – and it’s unlike anything else on the market. The “One” takes a radically different approach to sim racing wheel design, prioritizing ergonomics over traditional motorsport aesthetics.

A Ergonomics First Sim Racing Wheel

The Heusinkveld One’s design immediately sets it apart from conventional racing wheels. Rather than mimicking real-world Formula 1 or GT car steering wheels, the One adopts an ergonomics-first philosophy.

The quasi-formula shape features six thumb buttons positioned atop each grip, four rotary encoders with grippy tops, and two “funky-switch” style controls. A central screen sits within a large panel that incorporates shift light functionality, while four curved two-way paddles handle shifting duties from the rear.

Not for Everyone

This unconventional design philosophy means the One won’t appeal to every sim racer. Traditional motorsport enthusiasts who prefer wheels that closely replicate real racing cars may find the unique layout jarring. The button placement and overall aesthetic diverge significantly from what most sim racers expect from a premium wheel.

The ergonomics-first approach could prove polarizing – while it may offer superior comfort and functionality for long racing sessions, it sacrifices the authentic motorsport appearance that many sim racers value. This is a wheel designed for function over form, which won’t suit everyone’s preferences.

Premium Features and Pricing

Despite the unconventional looks, the One includes premium features you’d expect from Heusinkveld. The wireless connection uses a rechargeable battery system, and the company emphasizes low weight for reduced inertia – theoretically providing more detailed force feedback transmission.

The wheel is designed for high-end PC sim racing wheel bases, targeting the same market that appreciates Heusinkveld’s premium pedal offerings. Fall 2025 availability is planned with pricing starting at €499 excluding tax, or €599 including VAT in Europe.

Heusinkveld’s Expanding Ecosystem

The One represents Heusinkveld’s expansion beyond their core pedal business, following their successful MagShift shifters. For users already invested in Heusinkveld’s ecosystem, the One offers brand consistency and potentially optimized integration.

However, the company’s reputation for premium pedals doesn’t automatically guarantee success in the competitive wheel market, especially with such an unconventional design approach.

The Bottom Line

The Heusinkveld One is either brilliantly innovative or completely misguided, depending on your perspective. Its ergonomics-first design philosophy could offer genuine advantages for serious sim racers willing to prioritize function over traditional aesthetics.

At €499-599, it sits in premium territory where buyers typically expect both performance and authentic motorsport styling. Whether the sim racing community embraces Heusinkveld’s unconventional approach remains to be seen when the One launches this fall.

You can check out the official announcement Heusinkveld made here on X.