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With all the current innovations we see in the hobby racing simulator world, we would almost forget there is also the professional racing simulator industry, pushing the boundaries of its technology.
One of the best examples is the Dynisma DMG-1 Motion Generator platform, which is now utilised by many famous racing outfits such as McLaren, Scuderia Ferrari, Nissan, Stellantis, and a number of leading F2, Formula E, World Endurance, and IndyCar teams.
The Bristol, UK-based Dynisma company was founded in August 2017 by Ashley Warne, who has a decade of experience in engineering and operations at both the McLaren and Ferrari Formula 1 teams, where he was responsible for the development and operation of the professional F1 Driving Simulators.
He set out to design a motion simulator that could eliminate the mechanical “lag” and lack of detail common in traditional hexapod (six-legged) simulators. To achieve this, he developed the DMG-1 Motion Generator platform, which is now widely considered the world’s most advanced full-motion driving simulator. Alongside driving practice and testing setup scenarios, it enables racing teams to experiment with aerodynamic changes or new suspension geometries before a single part is manufactured. This approach highly reduces the cost of motorsport development.
The DMG-1 professional Motion simulator introduced a direct-drive approach that brought latency down to under 4ms, which was a massive leap over the then 15–50ms industry standard. Having the motion simulation hardware respond in less than 4 milliseconds meant that the human brain could not perceive a delay, allowing drivers to sense the very onset of oversteer or a tire locking up instantly, rather than reacting to a slide that already took place.
The system also transmits High Bandwidth (50 – 100Hz) tactile feedback, enabling drivers to feel the tire chatter occurring when tires lose and regain grip, the asphalt texture, and the detailed nocking when hitting a curb. The driver perceives als this feedback as happening in real time.
While the base DMG-1 platform is a 6-Degree of Freedom (DOF) system, it can be expanded up to 9-DOF. This results in a two-stage motion system where 1 platform is used to simulate the High-Frequency motion, for the subtle vibrations, and a Low-Frequency Platform that handles the large-scale movements. The platform can put out a Longitudinal (Surge) and Lateral (Sway) travel of roughly 1.3 meters, allowing for sustained G-force cues. Something a smaller solution would not be able to replicate.
Features:
- Ultra-low latency: <5ms motion response
- High bandwidth: up to 100Hz in all degrees of freedom from primary motion, allowing drivers to feel the smallest changes
- Realistic handling: feel every kerb, catch the onset of oversteer, and drive at the limit of grip
- Accurate track models: integration of a wide range of LiDAR-scanned circuits for reliable, validated simulation
- Turnkey delivery: available with the customer’s choice of motorsport mock-up and visualisation system (projector, LED wall, or VR)
- Validated by professionals: used extensively by motorsport and automotive development drivers to prove correlation to real-world vehicle performance
- Established standard: selected by teams across global motorsport programmes for consistent, high-fidelity simulation
Movement and Dynamic Range:
- Longitudinal (Surge): 1300 mm
- Lateral (Sway): 1300 mm
- Heave (Vertical): 150 mm
- Roll: +- 8°
- Pitch: +- 8°
- Yaw: 45°
- Combined Lateral-Yaw: 500 mm @ 30 °
- Combined Lateral-Longitudinal Excursion Radius: 650mm
- Max Translational Acceleration: 15 m/s² (approximately 1.5G)
- Max Rotational Acceleration: 1000° /s²
- Max Translational Velocity: 1.5 m/s
- Max Rotational Velocity: 60° /s
Physical Requirements & Payload:
- Nominal Payload: 250 to 400 kg (This includes the driver, seat, controls, and cockpit structure).
- Structure: High-stiffness carbon composite structures (especially on the DMG-1C) to ensure the rig doesn’t flex, which would otherwise introduce mechanical lag.
- Direct Drive: The system uses unique rocker-guided linkages and direct-drive servo actuators to eliminate the friction and “play” found in traditional gearbox or ball-screw designs.
Applications:
- Car setup and vehicle dynamics development
- Driver training and preparation
- Development and validation of next-season’s vehicle model
- Correlation with wind tunnel data and track models
- Energy and tyre management strategies
- Virtual safety car and race weekend simulations
- Powertrain and deployment strategies
Benefits:
- Reduce reliance on costly real-world test days and FIA restricted track testing
- Cut environmental impact in line with industry sustainability goals
- Accelerate engineering cycles with digital twin validation
- Train drivers to the limit of grip in a safe, repeatable environment
- Correlate accurately with wind tunnel and track data for higher confidence
- Enhance drivers’ feel and confidence through unmatched realism and responsiveness
- Arrive at race weekends with dialled-in baseline setup, minimising crash risk while extracting maximum performance from limited track time
User Base:
Formula 1 Teams
- Scuderia Ferrari: Ferrari commissioned a bespoke, top-secret version of the DMG technology at their Maranello headquarters. It is widely considered the most advanced F1 simulator in existence, used to develop their recent championship-contending cars.
- McLaren Racing: As the former home of Dynisma’s founder, McLaren has long been integrated with this technology to bridge the gap between their Woking wind tunnel and the actual track.
Automotive OEMs (Road Cars)
- McLaren Automotive: In late 2024 and throughout 2025, McLaren officially partnered with Dynisma to develop the McLaren W1 hypercar. They used the DMG-1 at the McLaren Technology Centre to fine-tune active aerodynamics, suspension geometry, and even NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) before the car ever hit the road.
- Stellantis Motorsport: In early 2026, the Stellantis group (which owns brands like Maserati, Peugeot, and Alfa Romeo) announced a major partnership with Dynisma. They are installing the DMG-1 at their facility in France to support their FIA WEC (World Endurance Championship) and Formula E programs.
Formula E & Global Racing Series
- Nissan Formula E Team: Nissan recently installed a DMG-1 at their Paris facility to prepare for Season 12 and the development of the upcoming GEN4 car. Their drivers, including champion Oliver Rowland, use it for “race-weekend rehearsals” and software validation.
- Tier 1 Motorsports: The platform is also used by teams in Formula 2, IMSA, and GT racing. Professional drivers like Mattia Drudi (GT Champion) have publicly praised the system for its ability to replicate “tire chatter” and curb strikes with total realism.
Special Facilities
- Virtex Simulation: A pioneering facility at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium uses a high-fidelity DMG-1 to offer professional-grade simulation services to racing teams and private drivers visiting the track.
Official Webpage – www.dynisma.com
