For a few years now, Fanatec’s CSL DD has been the easy recommendation ... accessories clawing for yet more of your money, lose a little power, and get a product that’s overall less cleverly ...

It's merely Fanatec's name for a beefier, optional power supply that allows the CSL DD to unlock its maximum 8 Nm of torque — a step up from the normal 5 Nm. It really does make a difference.

With the CSL DD, for PC and Xbox, Fanatec aims to do something about that ... we'd also recommend the optional 'boost kit', a more punchy power supply that brings that torque figure up to a ...

There is a caveat to the DD wheelbase's power, however ... and lacking a dedicated clutch. Though this CSL Pedals set is Fanatec's most basic, it's still a rock-solid option nonetheless.