16 October 2024 – bf1systems, a market leading provider of electrical, electronic & integrated electronic solutions today announces its recent investment in VPG Sim Ltd, who are renowned for their high-end sim racing steering wheels.

This partnership marks a pivotal moment for sim racing enthusiasts, bringing new levels of realism and performance. bf1systems will leverage 30 years of engineering excellence from professional motorsport, while VPG Sim’s deep knowledge of the sim racing community and expertise in precision design ensures the perfect blend of authenticity and cutting-edge technology. Together, they will introduce advanced design solutions inspired by bf1systems’ real world steering wheel experience, and VPG Sim’s focus on meeting the exact needs of sim racers.

The new venture provides direct access to the high level sim racing consumer market for bf1systems and will enable the development of the next generation of steering wheels, sure to further blur the lines between the virtual and real worlds.

About bf1systems
For 30 years bf1systems have supplied market leading electronic, electrical and composite solutions to clients operating in the world’s harshest environments. With roots embedded in the Motorsport and Automotive industries, bf1 have achieved a global presence supplying products to customers across all levels of motorsport, as well as the world’s fastest and most prestigious road cars.

About VPG Sim
VPG Sim specializes in premium sim racing hardware, known for its innovative use of structural carbon fibre to create high-performance steering wheels that deliver an authentic racing experience.

bf1systems awarded King’s Award

• King’s Award for Enterprise: Innovation 2024
• The King’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards for UK businesses, recognising and celebrating business excellence across the UK.
• bf1systems are a tier 1 supplier to the world’s top motorsports teams and manufacturers – including Formula 1™, IndyCar, Aston Martin and Ferrari
• The greatest competitive advantage you have never heard of! bf1systems celebrate their 30^th anniversary this year

bf1systems have been recognised and awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise: Innovation 2024. The prestigious award recognises bf1systems’ innovation in their industry, where they are leading provider of electrical, electronic & integrated electronic solutions to clients across a range of industries including motorsport, automotive, marine, off-highway and aerospace. Their products include Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), wiring harnesses, sensors, and racing and hypercar steering wheels.

Receiving a King’s Award for Enterprise entitles the holder to use the esteemed Royal Emblem for five years in recognition of their achievement.

For 30 years from their UK base, bf1systems have supplied market leading electronic, electrical and composite solutions to clients operating in the world’s harshest environments. With roots embedded in the Motorsport and Automotive industries, they have achieved a global presence supplying products to customers across Formula 1™, IndyCar and GT racing. Now with 180 staff worldwide including 100 in the UK, their products also feature on a number of the world’s fastest and most prestigious road cars such as those from Bugatti, Pagani, Koenigsegg, McLaren, Aston Martin and Ferrari.

In industries where competition is at their core, bf1systems give their customers the competitive advantage; whether that is on the racetrack, on rails, under or on the water and even in space. Their products have been tested, raced and used in the world’s harshest environments.

bf1systems are the competitive advantage you have never heard of. For 30 years they have worked with the world’s top racing and automotive brands.

• Steering wheel for Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar – Engineered and manufactured by bf1systems
• Tyre pressure monitoring system on all Formula 1™ cars – Engineered and manufactured by bf1systems
• Tyre pressure monitoring system on the Bugatti Veyron and Chiron – Engineered and manufactured by bf1systems
• Steering wheels for Porsche 992 GT3 R, 992 GT3 Cup and GT4 RS CS – Engineered and manufactured by bf1systems
• bf1systems use the equivalent length of wire in their wiring harnesses annually to lap the Silverstone GP circuit 16 times

James Welham, Managing Director of bf1systems said: “For our company to start its 30^th anniversary celebrations with the recognition of a King’s Award is a very special moment. We pride ourselves on committing to innovation in everything we do, being courageous and having fun. The award proves to our people, our customers and our partners that we do provide that competitive advantage.”

For more information on bf1systems and to arrange an interview or visit to their base contact: Rob Borrett – [email protected] – 07742 854 458