#Steering Wheel Button Compatibility

[pierregazly]

in the mind of another ꨄ max verstappen

max verstappen x fem!soulmate!reader

warnings: mentions of sexual themes (no smut), pining/yearning for another, tiny bit of angst but hea! [wc is 5.4k]

in which soulmates always have a way of building the connection with one another. for you and max, you've always been the voice instead the others head, the one thing that has always been a constant presence. but will that voice inside your head, ever be the voice you hear from in front of you?

By legal terms, a soulmate was defined as “person with whom one has a feeling of deep or natural affinity.  This may involve similarity, love, romance, platonic relationships, comfort, intimacy, sexuality, sexual activity, spirituality, compatibility and trust.” In today’s day and age, more often than not, your soulmate was that of romantic origin, a person you yearned for on a regular basis. 

It was something instilled in you at an early age, that everyone had a soulmate, but not everyone met their soulmate. Everyone had a way of interacting with their soulmate before they met. You learned early on, very early on, that you could interact with your soulmate through your mind. Through words, pictures, even internal conversations. But sometimes those interactions would lead to nothing, and your parents tried to ensure you were aware of that in the fear that you would be heartbroken one day.  

One thing you could never do was tell them your name, who you were, or where you were until it was time. It was like your mind would go elsewhere when you tried to tell the male on the other end who you were. He told you the same thing happened to him every time he tried.  

The both of you spent a plentiful amount of time interacting in your shared youth. He would often ramble on about his day, about go-karting, and his dad who he kind of hated but obviously loved, about his mum who he missed, and his sister who he couldn’t wait to see when she came to visit him wherever he was in the world. 

You would do the same, you’d tell him about the things you did that specific day, explain little things about your family, the things you looked forward to for the remainder of the week. It was something you both just got used to. 

The both of you grew up together. Even if it wasn’t physical, you were an emotional tether for one another when either of you needed it. He was there for almost all of your firsts, your first graduation, your first familial heartbreak, your first crush, your first boyfriend (which he was eager to help you through when it ended).  

Ever embarrassing to admit, he was even the one in your mind, more times than you can count, when you felt the butterflies in your tummy growing as your fingers explored different parts of your body. He always pushed you to continue, telling you exactly what he would do with his own fingers, or his own tongue; when he finally got the chance to make you feel the way you were making yourself feel. 

It was something you didn’t speak about after it happened, but it didn’t change the fact he was usually the one your brain went to when you made yourself feel that way. He argued it was the soulmate connection, that your soul just simply wanted him to be the one to do it. 

As time went on, the conversations dwindled amongst the two of you, both of you growing up and growing out of the fantasy that you would meet your soulmate one day, meet each other. 

You still got glimpses into his brain occasionally, pictures of blue and red cars, racecars are what you presumed. His fingers on what looked like a controller, but turned out to be a steering wheel when you asked him what it was. 

“Seems like a bit of an extravagant steering wheel, no?” 

The silent laugh was loud in your mind, as if you could feel his body rumbling in its laughter at your words, “Pretty extravagant, yeah. Not everyone gets to use something like this, though.” 

“Explain the steering wheel to me, there’s too many buttons and toggles,” you prompted him, knowing full well it would dive him deep into an explanation about the object you so often saw inside his head. 

That was another thing you learned about him early on. He liked to explain everything. He used to spend hours describing the go-karts he drove every weeknight and weekend, putting as much detail and emphasis into his explanations so that you would better understand. As time went on, so did his explanations, explaining situations he’s found himself in around the world, explaining how his career was kicking his ass but how he loved it, occasionally getting drunk and explaining how soulmates worked and that it was inevitable you’d meet one day, even if it felt like that day was never coming.  

Not wanting to be the one to burst his fantasy and ruin whatever hope he had, you would usually just nod along and silently hum to him when the conversation of eventually meeting one day was brought up. 

You still shared nights together, even from thousands of miles apart, your brain yearning for him as his did the same. 

There were moments in time, where you were positive you had almost met him, or perhaps had made eye contact with him. It was a small feeling inside of you, like everything you were looking for was in the same building as you, or around the corner, or even in the same city. 

Usually just as fast as the feeling appeared, it was gone. It never lasted for long periods of time, it was like your soulmate bond was teasing you, pushing for you to reinstate your faith in the connection. He always argued that if you lost faith in the soulmate bond, it would lose faith in trying to push the two of you together. 

Yet another thing you learned early on, whoever he was, arguing was in his blood. If he disagreed with you, with something you said, or with an opinion you had, he would go off into a whole explanation and argument about why he knew you were wrong, and how he knew he was right. 

It was endearing, how passionate he was about everything in his life, and seeing how his passion for everything just continued to grow as he grew up.  

Over the last 8 years, you had learned not to even attempt to communicate with him on Saturday or Sundays. He had told you that it was the busiest time of the work week for him, and that he couldn’t handle internal distractions on those days. 

You would only speak to him when he spoke to you on those days. Usually it was a fleeting ‘have a nice rest of your weekend’ or ‘I can’t wait until you’re here with me, celebrating this with me’.  

He never elaborated on the last part, and you never went out of your way to ask. Whoever he was, he was usually celebrating something on Sundays, at least that’s what you assumed from the raw happiness and elation that usually went through your connection on those days. 

You hadn’t heard from him, from your soulmate, in weeks. Which wasn’t necessarily unusual, either of you could cut off the connection for weeks at a time if things were stressful in life, or if you just needed a break from the never-ending person that was inside your head at all times. 

It didn’t mean you didn’t miss his dry sense of humour, the bluntness with which he said things to you, the never-ending arguments about the stupidest things. You would never admit any of this to him, though.  

Ignoring the yearning-feeling from inside of you, you allowed yourself to think about how things would be if you ever met the person on the other end of the connection. Would it be instant happiness? Relief? Joy? 

People always explained their own experiences to you, saying it was like love at first sight, but amplified so significantly, because it felt like your soul was complete, like everything was finally where it needed to be in life. They described it as meeting the one thing that made you whole, the one thing that made you continuously push to be your best self, to continuously push to be better at everything you did in life.  

You truly couldn’t believe what they said, not that it sounded exaggerated or silly. It was just difficult to imagine anything causing a feeling so instantaneously and intense as what they described.  

Your friends had disappeared earlier in the day, eager to try and find themselves different drivers throughout the entrances to get photos or autographs with. You really had no interest in any of it. Your soulmate had eagerly admired, and shit talked almost every single person on the grid to you, at least once or twice, so it really wasn’t worth trying to interact with any of them after that. 

Your paddock pass sat heavily on your chest, the lanyard rubbing against your neck as the bright Sun shined down upon your skin. The cheering of the Tifosi could be heard throughout the entire fan sections. The Ferrari faithful were dedicated, especially at their own Grand Prix. 

He had told you that Monza was one of the ones not to miss. That it was electric, regardless of who you drove for, even if the fans were booing your favourite driver, or your favourite team, it was a delight to drive in Monza. 

You found yourself staring at the different drivers names that were wrapped around the seating section. Charles Leclerc, Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton, George Russell... Max Verstappen. 

He was handsome, that you could admit. With his pretty blue eyes, and his arrogant little smirk, and his annoying obsession with having to win.  

“Oh, you think Max Verstappen has pretty blue eyes, huh?”  

A small sound erupted from your chest as you listened to the words floating through your head from the man you hadn’t heard from in weeks. 

“Look who’s alive! Thought you got lost with your little controller steering wheel.” 

Laughing at your words, “You didn’t answer my question! You think Max Verstappen has pretty eyes?” 

“I think Max Verstappen himself is pretty. Other than when he’s being an arrogant prick.” 

That feeling had been eating at you all day, again. Like your soulmate bond was trying to force you to go in a direction you weren’t understanding. It was like it was trying to tell you that he was here, that he was so close you could almost smell him, almost touch him. You had been ignoring the little jabs inside of you all day, refusing to acknowledge the fact that maybe, just maybe, the person you were yearning for so heavily, was so close. 

“My soulmate just called me an arrogant prick, without realizing she was calling me an arrogant prick.”  

The Brit in front of him guffawed, his whole body moving as he gripped his side at Max’s words, “Mate, how did that even happen?” 

Shrugging his shoulders as he looked at Lando, “Not too sure. I haven’t heard from her in a few weeks, figured she had shut the connection off for some time alone and all of a sudden, she’s thinking about how ‘Max Verstappen has such pretty blue eyes’ and then told me that I’d... or he’d be attractive all the time if he wasn’t such an arrogant prick.”  

Patting his shoulder gently, all Lando did was grin at him, “Just think, mate. At least whoever she is, she thinks you have pretty eyes and that you’re good looking when you’re not being an arrogant prick.” 

Max shoved him as he walked by, walking away in the direction of his driver's room. He had been having that feeling again, like his body was yearning for something that it couldn’t explain to him. He had tried to ask a few people about it, had asked Sebastian in the past if it was something he had experienced before meeting Hanna. Of course, Seb hadn’t been much help when one considered the fact that he and his soulmate had met in their shared childhood. 

It wasn’t something he could ask either of his parents, both admitting long ago that they weren’t destined for one another and that they had never had a connection with their true soulmates, which allowed them to willingly marry each other. Victoria had met her soulmate and now husband when they were young as well, so she would be of no help. 

He was almost embarrassed to ask Christian, or any other older person who had already met their soulmate. He was a grown man, he could literally just google it if he wanted to, but what exactly would he type in? 

What is that weird yearning feeling I get every now and then, out of the blue, in random buildings or random cities? 

Max was almost positive the answer would be ‘allergies’ or ‘hunger’. He figured that maybe it was soulmate related, it would make sense, but it wasn’t a feeling he had often. It wouldn’t make sense to only yearn so heavily for your soulmate in certain areas. 

It was always the strongest when he felt like he was truly connecting with you. He noticed it for the first time when both of you had touched yourselves to the sound of the other, egging one another on, saying exactly what the both of you know the other wanted to hear. Max couldn’t deny how much he enjoyed that time with you, how intimate it was, how much he craved to be the one making you moan and whimper. 

The feeling always grew after that, the yearning for the other person, the desire to have you there with him, the desire to have you underneath him after a night of celebration, the desire to have you wrapped in his arms, the desire to send you an unnecessary bouquet of flowers... if he could just figure out who you were, all of that would be possible.  

But the yearning today was different. It was like his body was trying to tell him he needed to go somewhere, trying to encourage him to walk down halls he didn’t usually walk down, or trying to push him in directions that made no sense.  

“You gonna tell me why you’re thinking of Max Verstappen so much today, and why you’re thinking so much about his pretty blue eyes?” 

He could feel the involuntary smile reach his lips when he heard your soft laugh. He really tried not to be someone who was smitten with a person he had never met, but he couldn’t deny that he was in love with you, likely had been since the both of you were young.  

You were the one constant in his life, the one person he could always turn to when he needed someone. You listened to all his ranting, dealt with hours upon hours of ‘Maxsplaining’, dealt with unnecessary outbursts and temper tantrums, but you never complained about it. You always eagerly pushed for him to continue, asking him more and more questions, prompting him out of his head and prompting him to get over whatever frustration had pushed him over the edge that day.  

“If you must know. I’m at the Monza Grand Prix, and I had to get away from all the Ferrari fans for a bit, pretty sure they were going to blow my ear drums. Max Verstappen’s name is everywhere, so I, of course, had to internally acknowledge his attractiveness while grimacing at his name in front of me.” 

Max felt like his heart was going to burst out of his chest. You were here? In Italy? At the Monza Grand Prix? The same place where he was, at this very moment, at this very second?  

He could tell you were waiting for a response from him to your words. It was like he could sense the raise of your eyebrows from the silence that emitted between your connection.  

“You’re in Monza?” He questioned eagerly, his hands sweating as he waited for a response 

“Yes sir, just about to try and force myself to go find my friends and head back to the paddock so I can avoid getting trampled by any other Ferrari fans.” 

Max knew almost instantly that, that had to be what the feeling was. The yearning. You were close by, and his side of the soulmate connection knew it.  

He had tried to tell you who he was before, had tried to explain it to you in words that the connection wouldn’t muffle or meddle with. It never worked. Any time he tried to explain to you who he was, or what he did for a living, it was like his brain malfunctioned and he had to hotwire it back on. 

You had told him the same thing happened to you every time you tried to explain to him who you were, or the easiest ways to find you in the real world. Every time either of you tried, it was like the connection was shutting it down. 

Daniel had told him it was likely the bond, telling him it wasn’t the time yet, that the both of you had to wait until the bond was steady and ready for you to finally meet in person. Max had never believed it, until right now.  

You had never been able to tell him exactly where you were before, at least, not that he can ever remember. You had told him the things you were doing in the past, had told him the people you were spending time with, even that you were getting dinner in certain districts. Any time you had tried to tell him the restaurant, or the city even, the connection would malfunction. 

But you were just mentally able to tell him where you were, you were internally able to tell him where you were going in the place that you currently were. 

“I’m... I’m in Monza too. At the Grand Prix, I mean.” 

He could almost feel the instant shock and excitement at his words. Before he or you could get the chance to say anything else, he heard GP calling for him, the annoyed expression on his face an indication that he had been looking for Max for far longer than he actually wanted to be.  

“I have to get back to work. Please, don’t leave before you hear from me again. Maybe this is a sign.” 

You could practically feel the shock coursing through your body. Both of you were here. In Monza. At the Grand Prix. At the same time, together... but not together? You tried to contain the giddiness at his words, a silent hum in acknowledgement when he told you not to leave. How could you leave? Especially now that you knew he was here? And that he was working? 

It gave you some indication as to why he was always so busy on Saturdays and Sundays, if he worked for a Formula 1 team, or for Formula 1 in itself. Their biggest days of the week were the weekends, especially during race weeks. It made sense why he could never talk on those days of the week, or why he always seemed so happy or moody on Sundays. 

You couldn’t believe that both of you were able to tell each other where the other was, that the connection finally allowed you to give that little tidbit of important information to the other. Maybe it finally was time, maybe the connection was finally allowing you to meet the one person you had been yearning for, even if you tried to convince yourself that you weren’t.  

The text message to your friends asking where they were garnered a response, which prompted you out of your train of thought. Letting them know that you were on your way to their location, your brain moved back to the previous thought your mind was on. He was here, like truly here. Within the same 10 kilometers as you. Probably the closest either of you had ever been to each other before. 

Your friends greeted you eagerly when you finally found them, excitably telling you all about the drivers they had met, how Alex Albon even recognized two of them from previous Grand Prix and how they just knew Charles Leclerc was going to win today because the Tifosi were going crazy and how could you not win with all that support screaming for you? 

Nodding along with a smile on your face, you had an inkling they were wrong. Max Verstappen was likely going to get his tenth win in a row, but you weren’t going to say that to them.  

The drivers parade went by faster than you were expecting, before you knew it, the cars and their drivers were lining up in their respective places along the grid. Your friends eagerly itching for a better view of the upcoming race. You couldn’t even put the effort in to pay attention, wondering where he was right now.  

Was he working? Was he one of the mechanics? One of the pit crew, eagerly waiting for their driver to pull into their spot? One of the engineers, hoping their instructions and their drivers did as they were supposed to? You tried not to let your mind wander to the other possibility, but it was hard not to. 

What if he was one of the drivers? One of the 20 men now pushing themselves around the track at the fastest speed their car could take them? You tried not to stay on that thought too long, but your mind seemed to wander back to it.  

It would make sense, really. Whoever he is, he had been karting since he was a boy. His father had been unnecessarily forceful with him about it, always pushing him even when he was down, telling him that champions didn’t cry and that if he wanted to win everything one day, he had to act like he wanted to.  

He always made it seem like he was on top of the world on Sundays, like everything he ever wanted had happened that day. Would a mechanic, or an engineer, or someone from the pit crew consistently have that level of elation on Sundays?  

You knew it was possible, if they were working for a winning team, or a winning driver, and that driver was making their lives as easy as possible, then you knew it was definitely a possibility. You just couldn’t shake the idea that maybe, just maybe, it was one of the drivers. 

The crowd was cheering as eagerly as they possibly could, Verstappen had overtaken Sainz three laps prior after the Spainard had led for 15 laps straight. The Tifosi were relentless though, cheering as loud as they could for their two drivers. Your friends had resigned themselves to the fact that Verstappen was getting his tenth win in a row, which was slowly coming closer and closer as the time ticked down. 

It felt like time was zooming by; the minutes on the clock trickling down as the stadium waited for that last lap to start. Sainz was battling to keep Leclerc in fourth, doing everything in his power to keep the third podium spot he had rightfully earned. 

The checkered flag waved as the Red Bull car of Max Verstappen passed the finish line, a simultaneous cheer erupting within the crowd when the two red Ferrari’s passed the line with barely a second apart. 

That feeling inside of you, the yearning, it had been getting stronger and stronger throughout the race. Strong enough that you had to rub at your chest with a grimace more than once, ignoring the signs that obviously your soul connection was trying to give to you.  

The television in front of you showed Max Verstappen on the top of his car, both hands and 10 fingers up as he stared at the moving camera, an obvious celebration beginning as he ran towards his team. Verstappen jumped at them, right as you heard his voice in your head. 

“Where are you right now? I want to see you. I need to see you.” 

He sounded out of breath, but elated, as per usual on a Sunday. Must work for Red Bull then, you thought to yourself. 

“I don’t really know how to explain where I am, I’m in the Paddock Club with my friends.”  

Turning away from the screen, you tried to focus on the words coming through the connection. 

“Come to the area where you can go towards the garages, I’ll have someone tell security to let you in. What are you wearing? I don’t think you’ll be able to tell me your name yet, and I don’t want to risk fucking this up.” 

You had absolutely no clue how to find the area he was describing to you, explaining to him that you didn’t spend most of your time at Grand Prix’s unlike someone, apparently. All he did was laugh joyfully, explaining to you in simpler terms how to get to where he wanted you to go. 

“I have to go do a few more things, but just wait for me, okay? I’ll come to find you, the moment I’m done. I swear.” 

“I’ve waited for years; I think I can wait a few minutes more.” 

He didn’t verbally respond, but you could still feel the happiness, the sense of something you could only describe as adoration come through the connection before he shut it off again. It was obvious he had commitments, but it was disheartening knowing you still had to wait a few more minutes, that he wouldn’t be there waiting for you, behind whatever security guard you were going to have to verbally grapple with to be let behind the barricades. 

All you told your friends when you left was you had to go make a call, and that it may take a few minutes. They tried to argue with you, telling you the drivers were just about to do their post-race interviews and that it was always one of the best parts, but you simply brushed them off, eager to get to where you needed to be. 

It didn’t take you long to find where he had told you to go, his explanations as thorough and necessary as they usually were. Before you could even get a word out to the security guard, a tall brunette in a Red Bull shirt lightly tapped your shoulder and gestured for you to follow her, flashing her entry pass at the guard and pulling you along. 

“I’m Liv. I work in PR with Red Bull; I was told to wait for you. Sorry for just like... pulling you along. No one really gave me any explanation, just that I was told to look out for someone wearing the exact same outfit you are, and that it had something to do with a soulmate thing and I couldn’t get involved or ask questions.” 

“This pass will get you in and out of pretty much wherever you need to be in the Red Bull garage and areas nearby,” the brunette rambled on as the both of you walked, pulling a second entry pass from her back pocket to give to you. 

Both of you stopped in front of what only could be the hospitality lounge, if the plethora of food and drinks were any indication. You didn’t necessarily know where to go, or where to stand, so you looked back over at the brunette with confusion evident in your eyes. 

“Just wait here! He shouldn’t be long. Feel free to snack, or make yourself a tea, or you know... drink whatever really. I have to get back to work. Just like, don’t leave. I’ll probably get in trouble for that. Anyways, bye! Good luck!”  

Not giving you the chance to respond, Liv, as you learned previously, turned and basically ran out of the room. You were left alone in the hospitality area, everyone from Red Bull obviously still celebrating Max Verstappen’s tenth win in a row. 

You didn’t know what to do with yourself, deciding to sit down on one of the couches being the only real option you could decipher. The television was on low, the interviewer speaking to Sainz, Perez, and Verstappen. 

“You look eager to get out of here, Max. Big celebration planned for your tenth straight win?” 

The Dutchman chuckled, a cocky grin prominent on his face, “I have something I have to do after this, of course, though, not the celebration right away. I’m sure the team has a celebration planned, but it’s a bit arrogant of me to be involved in my own celebration party planning, no?” 

The interviewer laughed in response; you simply cocked your head at his words. Ironic that Max Verstappen would call himself arrogant, just hours after you had told him how arrogant you found Verstappen.

A few more questions zoomed by; your own thoughts preoccupied by the idea that your soulmate could be coming towards the room at any minute. The feeling in your chest, in your body as a whole, had grown substantially again since you sat down. What you didn’t notice was him grabbing his chest at the same time you did, rubbing it with a grimace as the yearning grew and grew. 

It didn’t take long for the interview to end, the television going back to the reporters as the drivers evidently went to go do whatever it is they do after their post-race interviews. 

You could hear someone walking down the hallway, which was strange considering how busy the Red Bull garage had to be right now. The steps grew louder as they got closer and closer to the room you were in, the door slamming open being the only thing to pull you out of your thoughts as you spun around. 

Making direct eye contact with your soulmate for the first time was exactly how everyone described it. It was instant, the feeling that seated itself inside your heart, inside your mind. It felt like you were whole, like everything you had done in the past 24 hours, let alone the past 10 years, had led you to this exact moment. 

You subconsciously moved off the couch, stepping in the direction of the man that was now eyeing your every move. You couldn’t tell what was going through his mind, whether he was happy, disheartened, you didn’t know. 

He stepped in your direction, just as you put another foot towards him. You could see the corners of his lips turning up, a smile starting to edge itself onto his cheeks.  

“I can’t believe you’re really here. In front of me. Like, a real person.” 

It was the same voice that you’ve heard in your head for years, except the words were coming from the mouth of the man in front of you, coming from the mouth of the man with the prettiest blue eyes you had ever seen. 

You barely had time to process anything before he had wrapped his arms around you, pulling you directly into his chest as you wrapped your own arms around his body.  

He was real. Everything you had yearned for, for years was real, and Max was right there, holding you in his arms as he pressed his lips against the crown of your head, not wanting to let you go. 

Max could barely contain his eagerness as he basically sprinted down the hall of the Red Bull garage after the end of the interview. Olivia had told him where she had brought you, telling you to wait in the hospitality lounge and that he’d be there to see you as quickly as he could get out. 

He couldn’t believe that you were really there. After spending years of talking to an invisible force inside his head, years of having a constant companion who he could turn to for internal comfort, you were barely seconds away from him. 

Max didn’t hesitate to throw the door of the lounge open, making eye contact with you just a second later. 

Everyone was right, the feeling you get when you finally meet your soulmate, the person that’s supposed to complete you in the best of ways. It was instant love, instant happiness, a feeling better than any win he had ever accomplished, a feeling that could barely be explained in one million words.  

He knew right then that he loved you, and when you smiled at him, he knew you knew it too.  

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"Love Settles as SHIELD Falls"

Chapter 3

Finally, stripping out of the tactical vest, you also remove the jacket, leaving yourself in just the plain black t-shirt so your arms are exposed as you rummage through the rear compartment searching for the device you seek. You locate the small black case and confirm everything is accounted for before throwing the keys inside and closing the door, confirming that the screen shows a countdown of 20 minutes. You tear open an alcohol wipe as you walk to the new vehicle, running it along your right elbow joint as you open the door. Getting in and starting the vehicle, you speak,

“Sleeve up, Romanoff,”

You toss another alcohol wipe her way before connecting your seatbelt and turning to her. Her eyebrows are raised in question as you grab the black bag, placing it between you as you begin to open it, and she sighs.

“Jensen, this is unnecessary; I’ll be fine.”

“You will, and we have a half-hour drive ahead of us in which we will just be sitting here, so no point in waiting. Besides, you have lost over a pint since I arrived, so it's likely almost 2 by now, and I’ll be the one giving it to you once we arrive anyway, so as I said, sleeve up.”

You keep eye contact as you open the slim silver device and offer her an elastic strip. You can tell she's frustrated with you and probably embarrassed, although very unlikely to admit it, and you notice the men in the back seat exchanging curious looks. You simply sit for a moment before she finally lets out an irritated huff and takes the elastic from your hand, starting to tie it around her arm as she replies,

“You know, you really are very irritating.”

“I know,”

you respond with a shrug, squeezing your hand into a fist as she knots the elastic, and you rest your hand on her thigh as she pulls out one of the tubes and removes the needle safety. You let out a groan as she inserts the needle.

“You asked for it.”

“Doesn't mean I have to like it,”

you release your fist, opening and closing your hand a few times before resting it back against her and very slightly moving your pointer finger back and forth against her leg a few times while she finishes applying the bandage to secure the needle in place.

Your blood starts slowly flowing through the tube, and you move to tie the elastic onto her arm as she clicks the button on the silver case. The small bag inside starts to shift back and forth as it begins to fill. Natasha pulls out the other tube and closes the case. You secure it between you and shift the vehicle into drive before adjusting your arm to rest on top of the steering wheel so that the connected tube can curve downwards. You pause for a moment to allow Natasha to finish securing her own needle before starting to drive.

Rogers finally speaks up from the back as you pull out from the lot,

“Is that really safe to be doing while driving?”

“Well, honestly, it’s not exceptionally safe, driving or not, but the tech is pretty reliable, so nothing life-threatening,”

you smirk in reply as the device lets out a single beep, cueing Natasha to release the clamp on her side, causing the red liquid to start flowing toward her.

“How do you know you're compatible?” Wilson inquires.

“Not our first rodeo,” you reply in unison, causing you both to smile slightly and exchange an understanding glance before she adjusts herself and leans back again, closing her eyes.

“So you have also been with SHIELD for some time then?” Rodgers inquires as you drive down the interstate.

“Indeed. I joined a little under two years before Romanoff, but I didn't have combat training in my previous position, so we ended up in the same field testing group, actually.”

“And I still outranked you in almost every category,” she replies.

“Okay—MOST, but not ALL—to be clear,”

you shake your head as she smirks from her seat, eyes still closed, while Rodgers continues.

“I don't mean to pry, but I do have some questions I would like to ask you, Jensen.”

“Fire away, Cap. Honestly, given our current situation, whatever I can offer to assure you that I've got your back, I will.”

“Not something I would expect to hear from most SHIELD agents.”

“Well, I'm not a typical agent.”

“Yeah, I'm noticing… Speaking of which, when you said you could hear Rumlow, did you mean you had comms on him?”

“No. I meant that I could physically hear him.”

“From inside another vehicle?”

Wilson joined in. You couldn't help but let out a small sound of amusement.

“Yes, Wilson.”

“So you're enhanced?” Steve retorted.

“Yes. My hearing and sight are classified as ‘superhuman.’”

“I didn't realize SHIELD had other enhanced agents. Fury certainly never mentioned it,” Steve continued with slight irritation.

“Yeah, I wouldn't dwell on that one much; I'm pretty sure only about half a dozen people do, and that includes Fury, Hill, and the two scientists that do all the testing and junk. Romanoff here wasn't even supposed to know about it.”

“Not my fault I pay attention and you did a poor job - saying things that came up on comms that you were not connected to,” Natasha chimed in.

You rolled your eyes, ignoring her and continuing to speak to Rogers.

“Unlike your abilities, mine are not anything that's particularly helpful in a fight. I simply excel at reconnaissance and marksmanship.”

“Were you given a serum, then?”

“No. It just started when I was a teenager. Apparently, some sort of genetic thing they can't quite figure out yet.”

“I guess I'm kind of surprised they didn't include you in the Avengers Initiative.”

“Ha, well, I'm sure being able to hear and see the aliens better would have been a terrific help to you. I was on the helicarrier, though, just blending in with all the normies.” You let out a small laugh as the transfusion machine started to beep again, signaling that 15 minutes had passed.

Natasha moved from her relaxed position to look through the black bag as you pulled the needle from your arm and wrapped the tube around the rearview mirror so the remainder of the blood could flow down into the bag. She opened the pill packet, passing you two of the four: one iron and one vitamin C, before downing two herself and passing you the water bottle to do the same.

In another five minutes, the transfusion would be complete, and you were glad to see she was looking a little less pale now, although still actively hiding the pain. You downed the rest of the water and looked back at the rearview mirror.

“Well, we are almost there, Rogers. Anything else you want to know?”

“I am curious what this deep-cover mission for Fury was.”

“Oh, only the longest, most boring months of my life… it was about, ahh, like, eight-ish months ago?”

You turned to Natasha, who was back to leaning her head on the rest but now tilted sideways and looking at you. She replied,

“Nine and a half.”

“It definitely felt like about two years, but yeah, so Fury pulled me off general field duty and had me going out to different SHIELD bases to see if I could pick up on anything. He had suspicions that something was going on but wasn't sure what, or if he did, he didn't tell me any further details. I reported only to Fury or Hill, but there was not much to report, honestly.”

“What were you listening for?”

“That, Rogers, was what I was wondering myself. We had a little system designed to try and catch people either trying to hide something before I arrived or after I “left”, which I mean did work, just not for this whole Hydra thing. I found a fair amount of falsified reports, a large insurance fraud, and several affairs among other mundane issues. He said he had other attempts lined up, which I assume your Lemurian Star mission was. See, the thing is, as great as being able to hear things is, it only helps if things are actually being said, and they really were not.”

“Until LA?” Natasha asked, and you nodded in agreement.

“I arrived at the LA base two months ago, and it was all the same old boring stuff, but one agent caught my eye. A good suspicion, I guess, because yesterday, apparently a short while after Fury was shot, they mentioned the Winter Soldier being activated. So I called it in, and Hill told me to wait for backup communication and be ready to move. A couple of hours later, we re-established communication, and she recalled me back here. Just as we were ending the call, the same agents made their ‘Hail Hydra’ statement. Then I came here, met up with Hill, we set up a plan, and so here we are.”

“There really isn't anything else that you found out about Hydra?” Steve inquired with genuine intrigue.

“Scout's honor. I wish something, anything would have slipped before, but these folks just were not talking on site, which I did keep telling Fury would be unlikely. It would have been smarter for me to just tail random agents, I think. That's why I was extra surprised when I got back to HQ and Rumlow and his STRIKE gang were all pretty nonchalant about the whole thing. ‘Hail Hydra’ right there on the open street, and they were all talking very openly in their vehicles and even some in the hangar. I had spent time here listening too, and they were not like that before. When I left for LA, there was something different that I couldn't quite place. Now I think they were just more quiet than usual. I should have noticed before.”

“We all should have. They knew what they were doing, and they did it well. All we can do now is put an end to it,”

Steve stated firmly as you all exchanged nods.

Maria was waiting at the tunnel entrance when you pulled up. You helped Natasha along as you all made your way down the tunnel, and she conversed with Rogers and Wilson. After a few minutes, the Doctor appeared jogging towards you, and you briefed him:

“GSW through and through, probably lost about 2 pints, but we transfused one on the way.”

He was eyeing the gauze that was starting to soak through as he responded,

“Okay, I'll take her.”

You and Maria responded in unison,

“She’ll want to see him first,”

resulting in confused looks from all three, Natasha holding your gaze with what you were sure was a hint of disappointment in her eyes.

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Reliable Used Auto Parts Online: Smart Choices for Car Repairs

The used auto part landscape has radically changed in the last decade. With escalating prices of brand-new automobile parts and greater emphasis on green solutions, more motorists now increasingly rely on used auto parts online as a trusted, cost-friendly option. Ranging from hobby motorists to professional auto technicians, the search for quality, pre-owned pieces has created a boom in the online market for automobile parts.

Now, purchasing used car parts is not just a trip to the neighborhood junkyard. The internet provides more selection, accurate product details, and access to specialty parts for each make and model. If you're acquiring parts to repair a flaw or maintain an older vehicle, purchasing online parts can make sense and offer savings.

Among the many components in demand, the most prominent electronic and cooling system components such as the used ABS module, engine control module, and used AC compressors are in high demand. All of these are integral components to the performance and safety of a vehicle and therefore high-quality substitutes are crucial.

The Convenience and Confidence of Shopping for Used Auto Parts Online

Buying used parts online is a luxury unheard of just a few years ago. With the touch of a button, buyers can browse vast inventories of a number of suppliers, compare prices, and even verify compatibility with their vehicle's make, model, and year. A number of trustworthy online retailers offer VIN-based searching capabilities so that the parts will fit exactly before they actually buy them.

This revolution has also included more transparency. Listings typically include pictures, background of the product, mileage details, and even certificates of performance testing. This transparency provides buyers with the confidence that the parts they are going to purchase are working and worth the investment.

Furthermore, online vendors generally offer warranties, return policies, and customer service. Such professionalization of the used part industry erased the ambiguity that once encircled second-hand shopping.

Read More - Why Used Auto Parts Are the Smarter Choice for Cost-Effective Car Repairs

Understand the ABS Module's Role in Vehicle Safety

Arguably the most crucial of all safety devices in any modern car is the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). The ABS module is the electronic thinking cap of this system, preventing wheels from locking up during hard braking and helping drivers maintain steering capability on emergency stops.

When your dashboard displays the ABS warning light, it is normally a sign of a malfunctioning module. It is costly to replace it when buying brand new. For this reason, most vehicle owners look for a used ABS module for sale from trusted dealerships online.

Purchasing a pre-owned ABS module requires some technical understanding. It’s essential to ensure compatibility with your car's system and confirm that the part has been tested for proper functioning. Some modules may need reprogramming after installation, depending on the vehicle’s make and model. Many online retailers provide guidance or even offer reprogrammed units ready for plug-and-play use.

By selecting a quality second-hand module, drivers can revive their vehicle's safety functions without the cost of new units, without taking a toll on budgets and highway safety.

The Engine Control Module: The Heart of Modern Performance

Hailed as the vehicle's "brain," the engine control module (ECM) may be the most advanced and important piece of equipment in the hood. It governs such life-critical functions as fuel injection, ignition timing, and emissions control. When it fails, the result can range anywhere from sputtering idling and stalling to complete engine failure.

Due to its intricacy, a new replacement ECM can be extremely expensive—especially on newer or performance vehicles. Because of that, many motorists search for reconditioned or second-hand ECMs on the internet, where numerous are listed and at reasonable prices.

Before purchasing, it's absolutely crucial to verify the ECM with regards to its compatibility, both hardware and software. Some ECMs are produced for specific trims or engine packages and may require vehicle-specific programming. The majority of reputable online stores, however, will assist with matching and even offer pre-programmed modules according to your VIN.

Used ECMs typically are recovered from wrecked cars that were totaled but still had fully functional powertrains. Thoroughly tested and quality-checked, these modules offer a guaranteed means of achieving performance for pennies on the dollar compared to the original cost.

Cooling Down with Used AC Compressors for Sale

A properly functioning air condition system is not just a luxury—it's essential in extreme climate regions. The center of such a system is the AC compressor, which compresses refrigerant and makes proper cooling possible. When the compressor fails, the system can no longer produce cold air, making for uncomfortable rides for drivers as well as potential internal harm to other HVAC components.

Replacing an AC compressor with a new one can cost hundreds of dollars in replacement parts alone. That's why so many car owners look for used AC compressors for sale online. These used compressors are usually removed from cars of low mileage and tested for leaks, pressure ratings, and bearing strength.

Acquiring a quality used compressor involves checking for the appropriate type of refrigerant, clutch design, and mounting style. These requirements are now often listed online, so it is easier to obtain the proper fit for your vehicle. Installation kits or professional installation help are also offered by some sellers for ease of setup and longevity.

A well-installed used AC compressor will have the same cooling performance as a new one—the economic expense excepted.

Read More - How to Buy Reliable Used Car Parts Online Without the Guesswork

The Environmental and Economic Value of Recycled Auto Parts

Apart from the financial savings, choosing second-hand automobile components has significant ecological benefits. Every reused component saves waste going into landfills and also saves energy and resources involved in producing new components. With auto production generating massive amounts of industrial pollution, extending the life of existing components lowers the overall carbon footprint of the industry.

Additionally, the recycled parts market also sustains a more circular economy. It ensures that end-of-life vehicles are disposed of in a proper manner and repair is available and affordable for automobile owners of every income group.

As more people become cognizant of these benefits, the used auto parts online market grows bigger—along with enhanced inventory management, shipping efforts, and consumer protections.

Conclusion: Smart Repairs Begin with Smart Choices

Modern vehicle owners have more repair options than ever before. Thanks to the growing availability of used auto parts online, maintaining or restoring your car doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for a used ABS module for sale, a tested engine control module, or dependable used AC compressors for sale, the online marketplace offers affordable, high-quality alternatives to brand-new parts.

With proper research, reliable suppliers, and careful compatibility testing, second-hand car parts can meet or even exceed their original performance and life. It's an economically, and environmentally, sensible choice that keeps cars on the road for longer—and smarter.

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Apevie Simulator: Revolutionizing the Plug-and-Play Sim Racing Experience

For motorsport enthusiasts seeking realism without the hassle of complicated assembly or scattered components, Apevie Simulator is redefining how we approach sim racing. Based in Huntington Beach, California, Apevie offers premium turnkey racing and flight simulators built in-house, designed to deliver professional-grade immersion right out of the box.

Founded in 2020 by a passionate team of racers and engineers, Apevie’s mission is simple: to bring high-performance simulation to users without requiring deep technical expertise or endless configuration.

Built for Realism, Designed for Ease

Unlike DIY rig setups that require separate sourcing of parts and complex calibration, Apevie specializes in plug-and-play solutions—ranging from static racing cockpits to advanced 6 degrees of freedom (6 DOF) motion platforms. Every system is tested and assembled by their in-house team before shipping, saving users both time and trial-and-error frustration.

Their catalog features a wide range of sim hardware tailored to different levels of simulation intensity:

Turnkey motion simulators like the QS-S25 Spider Motion Platform and QSV20 offer high-fidelity motion feedback for professionals and serious racers.

Non-motion rigs such as the AS8 and AS9 deliver ergonomic, rigid frames at a lower price point—ideal for casual racers and eSports setups.

Custom cockpits and chassis, including models like the SP Cockpit and RTR Chassis, cater to those who prefer flexibility with optional upgrades.

Moza Racing Sim Solutions: High Performance Meets Affordability

One of Apevie’s most compelling offerings lies in its wide selection of Moza racing sim gear. Moza has become a go-to name in the sim racing world for delivering high torque, high responsiveness, and a premium feel without the sky-high price tag of traditional brands.

Apevie stocks Moza’s full lineup of direct drive wheelbases—including the R5, R9, R12, and R21—alongside high-precision pedals, handbrakes, and steering wheels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned racer, their curated Moza racing bundle options provide unbeatable value by pairing compatible Moza gear with cockpit frames, monitor stands, and accessories.

These bundles are especially attractive to buyers looking for pre-configured setups that eliminate the guesswork of component compatibility. Instead of piecing together systems from different vendors, customers can choose a complete Moza racing bundle tailored for their specific driving style or racing league.

Premium Components, Zero Compromises

In addition to Moza, Apevie partners with leading simulation brands such as Simucube, Cube Controls, and Conspit. From belt-tensioning systems to triple-monitor mounts, each component is chosen to enhance realism and comfort.

Notably, their rigs are designed with high-rigidity aluminum extrusion frames, capable of handling the immense force feedback of modern direct drive wheelbases without flex or vibration.

Other available add-ons include:

VR headsets (Pimax and others)

Button boxes and harnesses

Motion actuators and bass shakers

ActivePedals by Simucube for advanced pedal response

Rave Reviews and Exceptional Support

With hundreds of verified reviews and an average rating well above industry standard, Apevie has earned a loyal customer base. Buyers consistently praise:

The out-of-the-box convenience

Build quality of rigs and mounts

Responsive customer support, often replying within hours

The value offered in complete packages, especially Moza racing bundles

Whether you're outfitting a home sim lab or building a commercial simulator suite, Apevie offers both the technology and service to support your goals.

The Future of Sim Racing, Ready to Drive

As sim racing continues to gain traction across eSports, training academies, and motorsport enthusiasts, Apevie is positioned at the intersection of realism and accessibility. With premium hardware, motion-capable frames, and seamless integration of top brands like Moza, the company is reshaping how racers engage with their virtual tracks.If you're looking to step into the world of high-performance sim racing with a system that works right out of the box, the Moza racing sim solutions from Apevie might be your best starting line.

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Thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB Wheel – start racing experience.

For the thrill seekers who want to dive into the sim racing world without much loss, Thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB Edition is a good, solid-stylish option. Locked and loaded in the entry-level market, this officially licensed Ferrari and PlayStation wheel offers a more affordable but still complete get-behind-the-wheel racing experience. Inspired by the legendary Ferrari 488 GTB steering wheel, the T80 is plug-and-play-capable, reliable, and a good entry-level racing simulator for PlayStation consoles.

Authentic Ferrari Styling

The remarkable aspects of thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB Wheel include a real- scale replication of the actual wheel of the thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB, done at scale 8:10. Dressed in distinctive red of Ferrari with the famous Prancing Horse logo in the center, the wheel doesn’t only look the part but also immerses one into the racing game world.

The wheel comes with the textured rubber grips adding a bit of a comfort and a control while turning through the sharp corners or when driving down the long straight. Players get to feel the firm and tactile feel of a wheel as they play. It makes for a piece of equipment that yields plenty of performance and prestige for your racing setup.

Designed for PlayStation Compatibility

The Thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB is now officially licensed for PS4 and PS5, thus providing full button functionality with effortless setup. It is USB-connectable directly to your console or PC and recognized immediately by all of the more popularly attributed racing games (Gran Turismo, F1 series, WRC, etc.).

The wheel has a built-in button arrangement similar to a DualShock controller, such as PS, share, and options, buttons. This enables the players to browse through menus in games and use in game features without switching to standard controllers.

Optimized for Arcade-Style Racing

Inside, the T80 employs Thrustmaster’s “Bungee Cord” mechanism and is a patented mechanism that provides linear resistance for better controlled and more realistic steering feel. Although not a real force feedback as higher models offer, the elastic feedback is sufficient for a pleasant intuitive racing that makes it perfect for arcade style titles or casual simracing.

The wheel also has 240 degrees of turn, which is in line with most racing games and styles of driving, particularly among newbie users who have not used steering wheel controllers before.

Pedal Set Included

The range of products consists of a heavy set of quality adjustable pedals with a wide footrest. Both of the pedals provide stable and accurate input with adjustable angles for you to accommodate your driving position. Progressive resistance is also incorporated in the brake pedal meaning more realistic deceleration control.

This small but functional set of pedals finishes the racing experience and is a good option rather than the use of gamepad triggers for acceleration and braking.

Optimized for Arcade-Style Racing

Inside, the T80 employs Thrustmaster’s “Bungee Cord” mechanism and is a patented mechanism that provides linear resistance for better controlled and more realistic steering feel. Although not a real force feedback as higher models offer, the elastic feedback is sufficient for a pleasant intuitive racing that makes it perfect for arcade style titles or casual simracing.

The wheel also has 240 degrees of turn, which is in line with most racing games and styles of driving, particularly among newbie users who have not used steering wheel controllers before.

Pedal Set Included

The range of products consists of a heavy set of quality adjustable pedals with a wide footrest. Both of the pedals provide stable and accurate input with adjustable angles for you to accommodate your driving position. Progressive resistance is also incorporated in the brake pedal meaning more realistic deceleration control.

This small but functional set of pedals finishes the racing experience and is a good option rather than the use of gamepad triggers for acceleration and braking.

Final Thoughts

The Thrustmaster T80 Ferrari 488 GTB Wheel places all of the glamour of Ferrari racing in the comfort of the living room in style and simplicity. It might not come with all the bells and whistles of high-end sim racing equipment, but it can hold its own with one hell of a driving experience, suitable for a casual racer, younger players, and new starters in sim racing.

And for the price of a new game, the T80 gives a taste of what sim racing is all about, but with iconic Ferrari design and the reliability of Thrustmaster engineering underneath you. Of course, if you are ready to take your first step away from the controller and into the cockpit, then something like the T80 would be the perfect place to stand if you are a beginner.

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Elevate Your Racing Game with Realistic Cockpits and Gaming Wheels

In the early days of racing games, steering with a plastic controller hardly delivered the thrill of the track. Fast forward to today, and the landscape has drastically changed gamers are now seeking realistic, immersive racing setups that replicate the experience of being behind the wheel of an actual car. This evolution has introduced a new standard in gaming equipment, where precision, durability, and realism are essential. This article explores how top-tier racing gear, especially the Gaming Wheel and advanced cockpit setups, can transform virtual racing into a high-performance simulation.

Precision Control Starts with the Right Gaming Wheel

The core of any racing simulator setup is a responsive and realistic steering system. A high-quality Gaming Wheel provides accurate force feedback, resistance, and rotation that mimic a real car’s handling. Unlike traditional controllers, a professional-grade wheel engages the driver with tactile responses to different driving conditions. As games become more sophisticated, the demand for wheels that can match the sensitivity and dynamics of real vehicles has grown. Investing in a top-tier wheel can drastically improve control and lap times while enhancing the driver’s connection with the virtual track.

Enhancing Realism Through Advanced Steering Technology

Modern Gaming Wheel systems are designed to replicate real-world racing environments as closely as possible. Features such as adjustable force feedback, customizable steering sensitivity, and textured grip materials bring authenticity to the simulation. The addition of paddle shifters, clutch pedals, and programmable buttons allows players to personalize their setups according to their driving style. When paired with compatible games, these advanced features make a significant difference in how the car feels and responds. A quality wheel system isn't just a luxury it's a tool that offers deeper immersion and improved performance for any sim racing enthusiast.

The Evolution of Racing Setups for Enthusiasts and Pros

Sim racing has evolved from a niche hobby into a professional-grade discipline embraced by gamers, eSports athletes, and even real-world drivers. The transition from casual setups to high-end simulators has raised the bar for realism, with every component now playing a vital role in the experience. While steering wheels and pedals provide hands-on interaction, the structure and environment created by a Car simulator cockpit define the physical immersion. These cockpits are no longer just accessories they are the framework that supports and enhances every aspect of a racer’s performance.

Why a Car Simulator Cockpit is Essential for Immersion

A professional Car simulator cockpit offers far more than just a seat it creates the posture, environment, and structural stability needed to simulate real-world racing dynamics. Designed to hold the wheel, pedals, monitor, and motion systems in precise alignment, a cockpit ensures everything stays in place during intense races. The design mimics the layout of a real vehicle, placing controls within easy reach and reinforcing muscle memory. The cockpit becomes an essential element in building endurance and maintaining focus during long sessions, ultimately improving consistency and reaction times on the track.

Key Features That Define a High-End Simulator Cockpit

Not all simulator frames are created equal. A well-designed Car simulator cockpit should offer adjustability, structural rigidity, and long-term durability. Components like seat sliders, wheel mount adjusters, and integrated cable management systems contribute to an ergonomic and clutter-free experience. More importantly, a strong frame minimizes vibrations and shifting during gameplay, allowing the hardware to perform at its best. Whether used for training or entertainment, a quality cockpit supports high-performance components and contributes significantly to the overall realism of a racing simulation setup.

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Best Budget Moza Racing Products for Sim Racing Setup

Introduction

If you're passionate about sim racing and looking for high-quality yet budget-friendly racing peripherals, Moza Racing has you covered. From precision steering wheels to load cell pedals and shifters, Moza Racing products offer top-tier performance at an affordable price. In this guide, we'll explore some of the best budget-friendly Moza Racing products to elevate your sim racing setup.

Moza Racing Products Overview

1. Moza CR-P2 Clutch Pedal

The Moza CR-P2 Clutch Pedal enhances the realism of your sim racing setup, providing a smooth and precise clutch feel. It is built with durable materials to withstand long-term use and intense racing sessions.

High-quality metal construction ensures durability

Provides precise clutch control for a realistic racing experience

Compatible with Moza’s pedal sets for seamless integration

2. MOZA CRP2 Load Cell Pedals

A set of professional-grade pedals featuring a high-precision load cell braking system, designed to offer enhanced control and realism in racing simulations.

Load cell sensor technology for accurate braking force measurement

Adjustable pedal resistance to customize the feel

Sturdy aluminum construction for longevity and durability

3. Moza CS V2P Steering Wheel

A budget-friendly yet high-quality steering wheel designed for casual and intermediate sim racers.

12-inch diameter provides realistic handling and grip

High-quality leather-wrapped surface for enhanced comfort

Programmable buttons and rotary encoders for customized controls

4. Moza ESX Steering Wheel for PC and Xbox

The Moza ESX Steering Wheel delivers a premium racing experience for both Xbox and PC gamers.

Cross-platform compatibility with Xbox and PC

Ergonomic grip for comfortable handling during long sessions

Responsive button layout for quick and easy in-game adjustments

5. Moza FSR Formula Wheel

Perfect for open-wheel racing enthusiasts, the Moza FSR Formula Wheel is lightweight and feature-packed.

Carbon fiber construction for enhanced durability and lightweight performance

Digital display with real-time telemetry data

Magnetic paddle shifters for quick and precise gear shifts

6. Moza GS V2P GT Wheel

Designed for GT-style racing, the Moza GS V2P GT Wheel provides immersive control and an ergonomic grip.

Multi-function buttons for quick access to game settings

Robust and sturdy build for long-lasting performance

Responsive paddle shifters for seamless gear changes

7. MOZA HBP Handbrake

A must-have for rally and drift racing enthusiasts, the MOZA HBP Handbrake offers superior control and durability.

Adjustable brake force to match your driving preference

High-precision sensor ensures accurate input

Sturdy metal construction built for longevity

8. MOZA HGP Shifter

A premium-grade shifter designed to provide a realistic manual shifting experience in sim racing.

7-speed H-pattern shifter for authentic gear changes

Solid and mechanical feel for true-to-life feedback

Compatible with all Moza Racing bases for seamless integration

9. Moza KS Steering Wheel

A versatile steering wheel designed to cater to different racing styles, from drifting to circuit racing.

Comfortable ergonomic design for enhanced grip

Programmable buttons allow customization for different games

Made from high-quality materials for durability

10. Moza R3 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox

A perfect entry-level racing wheel and pedal set tailored for Xbox gamers.

Plug-and-play compatibility with Xbox for easy setup

Responsive force feedback delivers immersive driving sensations

Adjustable pedals provide better comfort and control

11. Moza R5 Bundle Racing Wheel

An affordable and high-performance racing bundle that includes a direct drive wheelbase and pedal set.

Direct drive wheelbase offers superior force feedback

Sturdy pedal set with adjustable resistance

The compact design makes it suitable for all setups

12. Moza RS V2P Steering Wheel

A premium-grade steering wheel featuring an advanced ergonomic design and customizable controls.

High-quality grip for enhanced handling

Fully programmable buttons for personal configuration

Lightweight and highly responsive for precise driving control

13. MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter

The MOZA SGP Sequential Shifter is built to provide precise and immersive gear shifts.

Durable metal construction ensures long-term reliability

Smooth-shifting mechanism mimics real-life performance

Compatible with all Moza Racing wheelbases

14. MOZA SR-P Clutch Pedals

A high-performance clutch pedal that enhances control in manual transmission racing.

Adjustable pedal tension to suit different driving styles

Durable construction ensures longevity

Provides precise and smooth input for accurate clutch control

15. Moza SR-P Lite Clutch Pedal

A budget-friendly yet high-quality clutch pedal designed for beginner sim racers.

Lightweight and compact design for easy setup

Smooth and responsive operation

Affordable price without compromising durability

Why Choose Moza Racing Products?

High-Quality Construction – Moza uses premium materials like carbon fiber and aluminum for durability.

Realistic Force Feedback – Their wheels and pedals provide immersive racing experiences.

Affordable Pricing – Offers a balance between affordability and performance.

Wide Compatibility – Compatible with PC, Xbox, and various sim racing titles.

Customization Options – Programmable buttons, adjustable resistance, and modular components.

Conclusion

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sim racer, Moza Racing products offer excellent quality and affordability. From high-performance pedals to immersive steering wheels, these budget-friendly options ensure a competitive edge without breaking the bank. If you're serious about sim racing, Moza Racing is a brand worth considering.

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Headunit With Carplay For ISUZU D-MAX / MU-X | 9″ Inch

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The VRS Pro Formula Wheel is a high-end sim racing steering wheel designed for professional and enthusiast sim racers. Developed by Virtual Racing School (VRS), this wheel features a precision-engineered design with a carbon fiber construction, high-quality rotary encoders, and paddle shifters for an authentic formula racing experience. It is compatible with direct drive wheelbases, offering excellent force feedback and responsiveness. The ergonomic grips and fully customizable buttons make it an ideal choice for serious sim racers looking for maximum control and realism.

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Nissan Magnite in Nepal: A Comprehensive Overview of the Compact SUV Revolution

Introduction

The Nissan Magnite has become a game-changer in the compact SUV market, making waves with its bold design, innovative features, and unbeatable value proposition. This model has been particularly popular in Nepal, where the demand for compact, feature-rich vehicles is skyrocketing. With its stylish exterior, comfortable interiors, and advanced technologies, the Nissan Magnite in Nepal has positioned itself as a top choice for urban and semi-urban drivers. Let's explore what makes this vehicle stand out in the competitive landscape of Nepal's automotive market.

The Nissan Magnite is a compact SUV introduced as an affordable yet stylish option for buyers looking for practicality and premium features.

Key Features of the Nissan Magnite

The Nissan Magnite offers bold design, spacious interiors, turbocharged performance, advanced tech features, and impressive fuel efficiency.

Design and Aesthetics

The Magnite boasts a bold, aggressive design with sharp character lines, a sleek grille, and stylish LED headlamps. Its futuristic looks and sporty stance set it apart in a crowded segment. The elevated ground clearance of 205mm adds to its SUV appeal, making it suitable for urban roads and Nepal's uneven terrains.

Interior Comfort and Space

The Nissan Magnite offers a spacious cabin with ample legroom and headroom. Its premium fabric upholstery, ergonomically designed seats, and modern dashboard enhance the driving experience. The vehicle also includes a multifunctional steering wheel, push-button start, and an 8-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

Performance and Engine

The 1.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine that powers the Magnite produces strong performance. With 100 PS of power and 160 Nm of torque, the SUV offers an excellent power and fuel efficiency balance. Customers can have a smooth CVT automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission.

Safety and Reliability

Safety is a priority in the Nissan Magnite, which features dual airbags, ABS with EBD, a standard rearview camera, and rear parking sensors. Higher variants offer features like a 360-degree camera, vehicle dynamic control (VDC), and tire pressure monitoring systems, making it one of the safest options in its segment.

Nissan Magnite Variants Available in Nepal

Several Nissan Magnite models suit a range of consumer demands and price ranges. These include:

XE Base Variant: An entry-level option for budget-conscious buyers.

XL Mid Variant: Offers additional comfort and convenience features.

XV Premium Variant: Packed with advanced tech and luxury features for premium buyers.

Each variant is available in manual and CVT automatic options, ensuring flexibility for diverse customer preferences.

Nissan Magnite Price in Nepal

The affordability of the Nissan Magnite has been a significant factor in its success. As of 2025, the Nissan Magnite price in Nepal ranges from NPR 30 lakhs to NPR 46 lakhs, depending on the variant and features. Here's a breakdown:

Variant Price Range (NPR)

XE Base 30,00,000 – 32,00,000

XL Mid 35,00,000 – 38,00,000

XV Premium 42,00,000 – 46,00,000

The pricing strategy ensures that the Magnite remains competitive while delivering excellent value for money.

Why Nissan Magnite is Perfect for Nepal

Nissan Magnite is perfect for Nepal with its affordability, compact design, and rugged performance.

Adaptability to Nepalese Roads

Nepal's diverse topography, ranging from flat plains to rugged mountainous terrains, demands vehicles with high ground clearance and reliable performance. The Magnite's robust suspension system and 205mm ground clearance make it ideal for navigating these challenging conditions.

Fuel Efficiency

Petrol prices are a significant concern for Nepalese drivers, so the Nissan Magnite's fuel efficiency of around 20 km/l (under standard driving conditions) is a significant selling point.

Compact Dimensions

Urban areas in Nepal, such as Kathmandu and Pokhara, often face traffic congestion and limited parking spaces. The Magnite's compact dimensions make it an excellent choice for city driving and parking.

After-Sales Service and Maintenance

Nissan's strong dealership and service network in Nepal ensures Magnite owners access to reliable after-sales support. Spare parts are affordable and readily available, enhancing the vehicle's appeal.

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AMG Performance Steering Wheel with Red Stitching for Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

AMG Performance Steering Wheel with Red Stitching for Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

Enhance your Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class with the AMG Performance Steering Wheel, designed for drivers who demand luxury, functionality, and a sporty edge. This steering wheel is a perfect blend of precision engineering and premium craftsmanship, making it an ideal upgrade for your car.

Key Features:

PREMIUM MATERIALS: Combines smooth and perforated leather with precise RED STITCHING for a sporty, stylish finish.

AMG SIGNATURE DESIGN: Features the iconic AMG logo on the lower spoke and a red center marker for a performance-inspired aesthetic.

INTEGRATED CONTROLS: Multifunction buttons allow seamless operation of audio, navigation, cruise control, and more, without taking your hands off the wheel.

PADDLE SHIFTERS: High-quality aluminum paddle shifters provide precise manual gear changes for an enhanced driving experience.

ERGONOMIC GRIP: Designed with driver comfort in mind, featuring thumb rests and a contoured design for better control.

PERFECT COMPATIBILITY: Custom-built for the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class, ensuring a precise fit and easy integration with your car's systems.

For any questions or to place an order, contact us at help@ownsilent.com.

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We specialize in high-performance automotive parts and accessories for luxury vehicles, offering premium quality products that match the craftsmanship of the world's top car brands.

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Getting Started with Sim Racing: Why the Moza Sim Racing Bundle Is a Game Changer

Sim racing is more than just a gaming trend — it’s a high-adrenaline, immersive sport that blurs the line between simulation and reality. Whether you're chasing lap times at Spa or drifting through mountain passes in Japan, a good setup can make all the difference. But with so many gear options out there, knowing where to start can be overwhelming.

That’s where the Moza sim racing bundle steps in. Designed to deliver high-end performance without the headache of mismatched components, this all-in-one package gives beginners and seasoned sim racers alike a solid foundation to build on. If you're new to sim racing or looking to upgrade your gear, here’s why this bundle — and specifically the Moza sim wheel — should be on your radar.

Why Sim Racing?

Before we dive into the gear, let’s take a moment to appreciate why sim racing has exploded in popularity over the last few years:

It’s realistic: Today’s sims like Assetto Corsa Competizione, iRacing, and rFactor 2 are so accurate that professional drivers use them for training.

It’s affordable: Compared to real motorsport, sim racing offers a low-cost way to experience racing from your own home.

It’s competitive: Online leagues and esports championships give drivers the chance to test their skills against people around the world.

It’s fun: Whether you're into drifting, endurance racing, rally, or time attack — there’s something for everyone.

And the best part? You don’t need to break the bank to get started — especially with a quality bundle that gets it all right from the beginning.

What’s in the Moza Sim Racing Bundle?

The Moza sim racing bundle is engineered to provide everything you need to jump into the cockpit with confidence. While the exact contents may vary depending on the version you choose, most bundles include:

A Moza sim wheel (like the R5, R9, or R12 series depending on your budget)

A pedal set with precise input and adjustable resistance

A compatible base and mounting system

Optional extras like desk clamps or power supplies

Software support via Moza Pit House for tuning, updates, and configuration

It’s a plug-and-play ecosystem, built for performance and future expansion. That’s a big deal if you’re trying to avoid the hassle of figuring out what’s compatible or what upgrades will be needed down the road.

The Star of the Show: The Moza Sim Wheel

If the sim rig is your cockpit, then the wheel is your steering soul — and Moza delivers with finesse. The Moza sim wheel in these bundles is often a direct drive model, which is a massive step up from the typical gear or belt-driven systems most casual racers start with.

Why Direct Drive Matters:

Unmatched force feedback: You feel every bump, kerb, and loss of traction.

More realistic resistance: The wheel reacts just like a real car would.

Incredible durability: Fewer moving parts mean less wear and tear.

Moza’s wheels are known for their sleek, motorsport-inspired design. The materials are premium — typically aluminum or carbon fiber — with tactile buttons and magnetic paddle shifters that just feel right when you click into the next gear.

It’s the kind of gear that makes you drive better, not just look cooler.

Simplicity Meets Performance

What separates the Moza bundle from piecing together a rig from different brands? It’s the seamless integration.

You don’t have to worry about whether the pedals will work with the base or if the firmware needs a workaround. Everything is designed to work in harmony, which means more time driving and less time troubleshooting.

Their proprietary software — Moza Pit House — lets you fine-tune every component:

Adjust wheel rotation, force feedback strength, and dead zones

Customize pedal sensitivity and curves

Save different profiles for different sims (F1, GT3, rally, etc.)

This centralized tuning system is ideal for newcomers who want control without complexity — and for veterans who crave dialed-in performance.

Built to Grow With You

The Moza sim racing bundle isn’t just a good entry point — it’s a long-term investment. The modular nature of the ecosystem means you can upgrade over time:

Start with a compact direct drive base like the Moza R5, then upgrade to the R12 when you’re ready.

Swap in a Formula-style wheel or a GT round wheel depending on your racing style.

Add-on a handbrake, sequential shifter, or even a dashboard screen down the line.

This flexibility means you’re not locked into a single setup. Your gear evolves with your skill level and interest — whether you’re tackling endurance races or sliding sideways in a drift event.

Who Is the Moza Sim Racing Bundle For?

Beginners: If you’re just getting into sim racing, this bundle gives you quality hardware and easy setup out of the box.

Intermediate sim racers: Looking to upgrade from entry-level Logitech or Thrustmaster gear? Moza gives you a major leap in realism.

Streamers and content creators: The premium look and performance help elevate your setup visually and technically.

Esports hopefuls: Moza’s gear is competition-ready and built to perform under pressure.

Final Thoughts

Getting into sim racing doesn’t have to be complicated. With the Moza sim racing bundle, you get a smart, performance-focused package that’s built to deliver out of the box — and grow with you over time. From the moment you grip the Moza sim wheel and feel the detail of the track through your fingertips, you’ll know you made the right call.

Whether you're chasing podiums, honing real-world racing skills, or just looking for the most fun you can have from your desk, this bundle is your gateway to a whole new world.

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Initial Research - Home Console Controllers

The Power Glove released for the NES and was an interesting concept but not given the amount of attention it realistically needed, With VR development in its very early stages, the Power glove got quite a large amount of attention for its unique control mechanics, though it fell short with little to no games being released for it and having hard to use controls, which resulted in it not selling very well. For the time the Power Glove was released, it was much easier to just play the games you had with controllers that they were actually designed for and played well on.

The Zapper for the NES was packaged along with Duck Hunt in an 'Action set' version of the NES which included the regular aspects of the NES but with the addition of the game and the new gun styled controller, The controller was a first for children to be able to play at home rather than playing at an arcade and gave a boost to immersion on some sense since they would be actually shooting a 'gun' rather than mashing a controller button.

I feel that the zapper could've benefited from some sort of reload button for games that could have you reload, since that would further solidify the immersion into the game you would be playing. With actually playing those original games with the original hardware, it would require you to either use a CRT monitor, or to completely replace the insides of the gun and/or cartridge to detect the light on LCD screens, which costs money and time.

The Jogcon was a steering wheel controller the size of a normal PlayStation controller, mostly being used for racing games like ridge racer and v-rally. It included force feedback in the 'jog wheel' built into the controller, which was the first PlayStation controller that featured it.

When it was released, I'd say it was one of the best controllers to use for compatible racing games since the force feedback would make it much better to drive with its auto centering and response to collisions and terrain, although it falls short with games that aren't compatible since the wheel/dial wont auto center so it becomes tedious to frantically turn round different corners in short succession.

Packaged alongside steel battalion, this 'controller' is especially unique, considering its more of a control board rather than a holdable controller.

the player was required to manually start-up their mech through the process of pressing various buttons and flicking switches, this gave the game a more bespoke feel with its controller corresponding with different actions within the game itself, where some buttons would light up indicating for you to press them.

Though this controller ultimately makes the game more realistic as you are controlling each and every aspect of your mech, the game will get confusing if the player doesn't know what they're doing, and this was back when games had manuals and little to no in-game tutorial to follow so if you didn't have that manual you'd essentially be stuck nd left to figure the buttons out for yourself

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Explore the Durability and Style of the EUME Aluminium Trolley Bag: The Perfect Travel Companion

The EUME Aluminium Trolley Bag is the ultimate travel companion, combining durability, style, and functionality in one sleek package. Crafted from high-end anodized aluminum, this premium 20-inch cabin trolley bag is designed to withstand the rigors of travel while maintaining its elegant look. Whether you're heading on a business trip or a short vacation, this lightweight yet robust aluminum trolley bag is the perfect choice for those who value both practicality and sophistication. Featuring smooth 360-degree wheels, a reliable telescopic handle, and secure TSA-approved locks, the EUME Aluminium Trolley Bag ensures effortless maneuverability and maximum security for your belongings. Its thoughtfully designed interior offers ample space for clothes and gadgets, making it an ideal solution for all your travel needs.

Design and Build

The trolley's dimensions are 57.5 cm x 42.4 cm x 23 cm, providing a capacity of 37 liters and weighing 4.10 kg. Its compact size ensures compatibility with most airline overhead compartments, making it ideal for short trips. The anodized aluminum construction not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also ensures rust resistance and easy maintenance. Over time, the aluminum surface may develop unique scratches and dents, adding character and reflecting the journeys undertaken.

Mobility and Handling

Equipped with eight SilentRun 360-degree double wheels and a high-end steering system, the EUME Aluminium Cabin Trolley ensures smooth and effortless movement across various surfaces. The telescopic trolley handle allows for easy adjustment, providing maximum comfort during transit. Additionally, the trolley features two durable handles, each capable of lifting up to 10 kg, ensuring reliable handling when lifting or carrying is necessary.

Security Features

Security is a paramount consideration in the design of this trolley. It comes with two TSA-approved press-button combination locks, facilitating hassle-free security checks during airline inspections while keeping belongings secure. The inclusion of four metal corners provides additional protection against damage, ensuring the contents remain safe even during rough handling.

Interior Organization

The interior of the trolley is thoughtfully designed to cater to modern travelers' needs. One side features a fully zippered compartment suitable for laptops or other essential items, ensuring they remain secure and easily accessible. The opposite side includes a unique detachable compression pad and belt system, keeping clothes and personal items neatly in place throughout the journey.

Warranty and Support

EUME stands behind the quality of their Aluminium Cabin Trolley by offering a comprehensive 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects. This warranty is structured as an initial complimentary 2-year period, with an option to extend for an additional 3 years upon product registration within one month of purchase. This commitment underscores EUME's confidence in the durability and longevity of their product.

Customer Feedback

The EUME Aluminium Cabin Trolley has garnered positive reviews from users, highlighting its durability, stylish design, and practicality. Customers have expressed satisfaction with its sturdy build, ease of mobility, and the added security features, making it a worthwhile investment for frequent travelers.

Conclusion

In summary, the EUME Aluminium Cabin Trolley combines robust construction with thoughtful design elements to meet the demands of contemporary travelers. Its durable anodized aluminum body, efficient mobility features, enhanced security measures, and organized interior make it a reliable and stylish choice for those seeking a premium cabin luggage solution. With the added assurance of a 5-year warranty, travelers can embark on their journeys with confidence, knowing their belongings are well-protected.