Gold Coast, Australia – March 26, 2026
Next Level Racing®, a global leader in simulation hardware, today announces the launch of two purpose-built seating solutions designed specifically for their respective simulation disciplines: the Next Level Racing® Elite Formula Sim Racing Seat (EFS) and the Next Level Racing® Flight Simulator Seat 2.0.
As simulation continues to grow across esports, professional training, and enthusiast communities, users increasingly demand equipment designed specifically for their environment. With the introduction of the Elite Formula Seat and Flight Simulator Seat 2.0, Next Level Racing reinforces its commitment to delivering category-specific solutions engineered for authentic simulation experiences.
Rather than adapting a single seat design across multiple disciplines, both products have been developed independently to replicate the ergonomics, posture, and performance requirements unique to Formula racing and flight simulation.
“Simulation continues to evolve rapidly, and users today expect equipment that reflects the real-world environments they are training for,” said Hess Ghah, CEO of Next Level Racing®.
“With the Elite Formula Seat and Flight Simulator Seat 2.0, our goal was to build products specifically for their discipline. Formula racing and flight simulation require completely different ergonomics and control interactions, and by designing dedicated seats for each category we can deliver a far more authentic and immersive experience for our community.”
The Next Level Racing® Elite Formula Seat (EFS) is engineered exclusively for Formula racing simulation. Reverse engineered from real-world Formula race seats, the EFS delivers the low, reclined, legs-elevated posture required for authentic open-wheel racing. Its ergonomic cradle design supports users up to a 42-inch waist, delivering long-session comfort while maintaining the structural strength required for high-force load cell braking systems.
The Elite Formula Seat includes bespoke Formula side mounting brackets that allow up to 73 unique mounting configurations, enabling racers to fine-tune seating position and alignment for maximum immersion. Designed to integrate seamlessly within the Next Level Racing® Elite cockpit ecosystem, the EFS delivers the precision and stability demanded by serious Formula sim racers.
The Next Level Racing® Flight Simulator Seat 2.0 is a premium standalone seat developed specifically for flight simulation environments including commercial aviation, general aviation, and combat flight scenarios.
Designed with pilot ergonomics in mind, the seat features the industry’s first integrated lateral and vertical lumbar adjustment system, allowing pilots to fine-tune lower back support during extended flight sessions. Adjustable armrests provide natural positioning for yokes, joystick bases, and HOTAS control systems, supporting greater comfort and precision.
The seat also includes integrated seat sliders and a reinforced double recliner mechanism, delivering improved rigidity and smooth positioning adjustments. Compatible with the Next Level Racing® Flight Simulator range and a wide variety of third-party cockpits, the Flight Simulator Seat 2.0 provides a refined and stable seating solution for flight simulation enthusiasts.
Global: $499 USD, USA: $499 USD, Europe: €499 (VAT included), Canadian: $699.99 CAD, UK: £449 (VAT included), Australia: $699 AUD, Japan: ¥78,000.
Find more information via the product pages:
Next Level Racing® Elite Formula Seat (EFS) : https://site.nlr.sh/products//flight-simulator-seat-2-0/
Next Level Racing® Flight Simulator Seat 2.0: https://site.nlr.sh/products/elite-formula-sim-racing-seat-efs/
