"Cool Performance have set up my simulator to replicate my FIA F3 car and it couldn't be any closer"— Ye Yifei, Cool Performance Testimonial
| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB | 26Nm | ~£4,000 |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula | 287mm | ~£2,000 |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing) | 200kg Brake | ~£3,500 |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | 120kg+ Frame | ~£15,000 |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | F1 Position | ~£1,500 |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 | 5120×1440, 240Hz | ~£900 |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Integrated | Included |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Water Cooled) | Custom | ~£2,500 |
| Total Est. Value | ~£26,345 | ||
🕹️ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB ~26Nm VerifiedActive
Industrial-grade direct drive system delivering 26Nm of peak torque via a Kollmorgen AKM54 servo motor. Features over 2 million resolution points per wheel turn and CP-S custom software modelling. The same wheelbase used by Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz, and other Cool Performance drivers.
[Steering Wheel] CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula Wheel VerifiedActive
Hand-made carbon fibre and anodised aluminium steering wheel designed with input from Lando Norris. Features a comprehensive F1-style button layout with dual clutch paddles, rotary encoders for in-sim adjustments, and a 50.8mm quick release system.
[Pedals] CP-S Hydraulic Pedals with AP Racing Master Cylinder VerifiedActive
Professional-grade hydraulic pedals using genuine AP Racing master cylinders — the same components found in real F1 and GT brake systems. Features a simulated brake caliper with hundreds of configurations, gas-spring throttle with 3 force levels, and an electronically-controlled sliding pedal box with 300mm of travel adjustment.
[Cockpit] Cool Performance Formula Simulator VerifiedActive
The Cool Performance Formula Simulator is handbuilt in the UK (Sevenoaks) to ISO 9001 standards. The frame is CNC-machined powder-coated aluminium weighing over 120kg, engineered for zero flex during high-force feedback. Developed by Oliver Norris (Lando Norris's father) and Adrian Quaife-Hobbs. Yifei specifically praised the delivery being "ahead of schedule".
[Display] Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Ultrawide VerifiedActive
The Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 is the standard display included with Cool Performance Formula Pro builds. This super-ultrawide curved monitor delivers a 5120×1440 resolution across a 1000R curve, providing excellent peripheral vision from a single panel. At 240Hz with 1ms response time, it delivers smooth, responsive visuals ideal for competitive sim racing.
[Haptics] CP-S Haptics System VerifiedActive
Integrated haptic feedback system that transmits road surface detail, kerb strikes, and chassis vibrations directly through the cockpit frame. Works in conjunction with the Leo Bodnar FFB system to provide a multi-channel immersion layer beyond steering feel alone.
[Motion] None Confirmed — Static Setup EstimatedStatic
No motion platform has been documented for Yifei's rig. The Cool Performance Formula Simulator offers optional D-Box G5 3DOF haptic motion (Pitch, Roll, Heave with 1.5" stroke), but competitive sim racers typically prefer static rigs for minimal latency.
🏁 Sim Racing Background
Ye Yifei uses his Cool Performance Formula Pro as a training tool, with Cool Performance specifically configuring the simulator to replicate his FIA F3 race car. This bespoke tuning is one of the key advantages of the CP-S platform — the ability to create vehicle profiles that mirror real-world car characteristics. Yifei praised the accuracy, stating it "couldn't be any closer" to his real car. He also noted that delivery was ahead of schedule.
| Year | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | FIA Formula 3 Championship | Competed in European Formula 3 and FIA F3; CP simulator tuned to replicate his F3 car |
| 2024 | Ferrari Factory Driver | Signed as a Ferrari Factory Driver; joined AF Corse for FIA WEC Hypercar programme |
| 2024-25 | FIA WEC Hypercar | Racing Ferrari 499P with AF Corse in the World Endurance Championship |
| 2025 | Le Mans 24 Hours Winner | First Chinese driver to win Le Mans overall — a historic achievement in endurance racing |
Software: Assetto Corsa and iRacing (pre-installed with Formula Pro builds). CP-S custom vehicle profiles configured to replicate real-world car characteristics.
📋 Full Hardware List
| Component | Model / Specification | Est. Cost | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm) | ~£4,000 | Verified |
| Steering Wheel | CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm) | ~£2,000 | Verified |
| Pedals | CP-S Hydraulic (AP Racing, 200kg) | ~£3,500 | Verified |
| Cockpit | Cool Performance Formula Simulator | ~£15,000 | Verified |
| Seat | Custom Fiberglass Formula Seat | ~£1,500 | Verified |
| Display | Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 (5120×1440, 240Hz) | ~£900 | Verified |
| Haptics | CP-S Haptics System | Included | Verified |
| PC | Intel Core i9 + NVIDIA RTX 5080 (Water Cooled) | ~£2,500 | Verified |
Total estimated value: ~£26,345 (standard Cool Performance Formula Pro configuration with Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide).
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❓ Ye Yifei Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Ye Yifei use?
• Wheelbase: Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 FFB (26Nm, Kollmorgen AKM54 motor)
• Pedals: CP-S Hydraulic with AP Racing master cylinder (200kg brake)
• Wheel: CP-S Custom Carbon Fibre Formula (287mm)
• Display: Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 ultrawide (5120×1440, 240Hz)
• Haptics: CP-S Haptics System
• Cockpit: CNC-machined aluminium frame (120kg+, ISO 9001, lifetime warranty)
Total estimated cost: ~£26,345. Cool Performance specifically tuned the simulator to replicate his FIA F3 car.
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📚 Sources & Verification
Primary Sources (Tier 1)
- Cool Performance Official Website — Confirms Ye Yifei as Formula Pro owner with testimonial quote
- Cool Performance — Formula Simulator Product Page — Standard specifications and pricing
- SimLuxx — Cool Performance Formula Simulator — Pricing and detailed specs
Secondary Sources (Tier 2)
- Pro-Sim Testimonials — Pro-Sim is the technology partner behind Cool Performance
- Simulator Showroom — Pricing Reference