A new Xbox 360 racing wheel to get you in a spin

Mar 29, 2006 09:08 GMT  ·  By

JOYTECH Europe announced the Nitro Racing Wheel, designed specifically for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Officially licensed from Microsoft, the Nitro Racing Wheel delivers the definitive Xbox 360 driving experience through a host of advanced features and precision engineering. The Dual Bearing Management System gives gamers pixel-perfect steering for all Xbox 360 driving titles. This dynamic system provides robust, highly realistic steering, mimicking the genuine driving sensation with greater accuracy than ever before. The In-Built Digital Display and Analog LED Throttle Indicator provide players with continuous performance data and the integrated Digital Stopwatch allows gamers to monitor and perfect their lap time performance.

Intent on delivering the most authentic racing wheel possible, the Nitro Racing Wheel provides a wealth of control options to integrate with the most demanding of next generation software. Additional features include the Sequential Gear Stick and F1-style Butterfly Paddles for quick access to gear changes, full rubber Wheel Head that provides a comfortable grip at all times and a non-slip, centrally-pivoted Pedal Set that delivers accurate and comfortable control. Completing the experience, the high intensity Dual Vibration Feedback thrusts players into the heart of the action and delivers every smash, jump and crash with thrilling results.

Built with Xbox Live online game service in mind, the Nitro Racing Wheel also features an Integrated Headset-Port and illuminated Xbox Guide Button for instant access to the Xbox 360 Dashboard.

"JOYTECH is thrilled to bring the Nitro Racing Wheel to an eager gaming community," stated Alex Verrey, Public Relations and Communications Manager for JOYTECH Europe. "Xbox 360 holds new opportunities in racing graphics, control and realistic physics and we're proud to introduce the Nitro Racing Wheel as an Officially Licensed Racing Wheel that adds to the authenticity of the on screen action."