At the very top of the Fanatec ecosystem sit two statement pieces: the Podium BMW M4 GT3 and the Podium Bentley GT3. These two wheels share a defining idea: each was developed for a real race car and a sim racing environment at the same time.
That approach was rare then and remains uncommon now. These are true motorsport components adapted for dual use, bringing the highest level of authenticity into sim racing.
The BMW M4 GT3 wheel is designed around function, durability, and consistency. Every detail serves a purpose, shaped by the demands of real-world competition.
Since 2022, this wheel has been used in BMW M4 GT3 and M4 GT4 race cars. It continues in the latest machinery, including the M4 GT3 EVO since 2025, showing how relevant the design remains across evolving platforms. Its presence extended to the already iconic 2026 BMW M3 Touring 24H. This car drew widespread attention on its reveal and quickly became one of the most talked-about endurance concepts in recent years.
The full carbon fiber shell keeps weight low while maintaining rigidity. Magnetic push-pull shifters deliver consistent, precise actuation. Rotary encoders and multi-position switches are positioned for quick adjustments without distraction.
Everything about the BMW wheel points to reliability in long stints and clarity in high-pressure moments. It is a tool designed to perform, developed with feedback from BMW M Motorsport works drivers.
The Bentley GT3 wheel takes a different direction, shaped by a unique project. It was created for the Bentley Continental GT3 Pikes Peak, a one-off machine built to take on one of the most demanding hill climbs in motorsport.
That singular purpose opened the door to a more experimental design. The most striking feature is the integrated circular display at the center of the wheel. It is self-levelling, remaining upright regardless of steering angle. The high-resolution touchscreen interface allows access to the Tuning Menu and telemetry.
Materials and finishing reflect Bentley’s design language. Carbon fiber, magnesium alloy, and knurled aluminum rotary switches combine technical performance with a sense of craftsmanship. The layout supports serious driving, with tactile inputs and a solid structure. An optional lower grip was added because the driver, Rhys Millen, wanted more leverage around the many hairpins of Pikes Peak.
The overall impression goes beyond pure function. It is a piece of engineering that invites attention, even when not in use, thanks to its included wall and desk stand and the ability to display a clock or video loops of famous circuits.
Both wheels deliver a special connection between sim and real-world motorsport.
The Bentley GT3 wheel leans into innovation and presence. The display stands out as a technical centerpiece, while the overall design carries a sense of luxury that aligns with the Bentley marque. It performs at a high level and holds its own as a design object.
The BMW M4 GT3 wheel’s track record in GT3 and GT4 racing since 2022, along with continued use in BMW M Motorsport’s latest cars, underlines its role as a dependable, competition-ready solution. It is direct, purposeful, and built for drivers who value consistency above all else.
Whichever route you take, both deliver a premium experience shaped by real motorsport, with a level of authenticity that brings you closer to the feeling of driving the real thing.
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