Ford Transforms Fordzilla P1 Concept Into High-Tech Sim Racing Cockpit

You can climb inside and put on VR goggles to enjoy an immersive sound experience while simulating racing.

Sim racing cockpits are available in small, homemade builds up to elaborate creations that can be as expensive as a real car. As a unique, high-tech setup, the Team Fordzilla P1 is a great choice for simulating exciting racing.

Initial debut of the P1 was purely a rendering In August 2020, A full-scale, real world version It was December of that year. This latest design modification allows for an open cockpit, which allows one to climb inside and grab the steering wheel.

The driver/gamer then puts on the pair of HP Reverb G2 glasses to enhance the experience of virtual racing. The cabin is equipped with a sound system that channels the noise.

Ford Transforms Fordzilla P1 Concept Into High-Tech Sim Racing Cockpit

The screen measures 32.81 feet by 13 meters (10 meters by four meters) and allows for observers to watch the action. For those who are interested, there are 4K cameras that point at the pedals and steering wheel as well as the driver’s face to allow them to see what’s going on.

Ford claims that the P1 cockpit has an eye-catching lighting system. It waits for someone to jump in and race. When playing a race, the rear lamps act as brake lights.

An HP Z4 workstation is required to run the game, and all other tech in this P1 cockpit.

Ford Transforms Fordzilla P1 Concept Into High-Tech Sim Racing Cockpit

From December 17 to 19, the P1 cockpit was displayed at the Gamergy gaming festival and esports event. Ford has yet to reveal what his next plans are for the P1 cockpit.

Although it may not look as impressive, Ford has also launched the Vanzilla which is making sim racing more accessible to more. It made its first European trip for charity, making 30 stops to provide entertainment to children in need. The vehicle has several gaming stations as well as a wheelchair lift, so people with disabilities can enjoy the experience.