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Racing Steering Wheels

XAP Steering Wheels: Smart, Responsive, Race-Proven

XAP racing steering wheels are engineered to meet the highest demands of top-tier motorsport disciplines — including single-seaters, GT, endurance, rally, and prototype racing. Manufactured from high-performance composite materials such as carbon fiber and CNC-machined aluminum, they integrate the latest in embedded electronic systems.

Each model is fully customizable: integrated full-color displays, magnetic shift paddles, backlit buttons, rotary encoders, ergonomic grips, and CAN 2.0B interface. All our steering wheels undergo rigorous testing on dynamic benches and simulators to ensure robustness, responsiveness, and reliability under extreme racing conditions.

Whether instrumented, racing-grade or tailored for competitive driving, XAP steering wheels have long stood as a benchmark in embedded electronic systems for motorsport. These technology-packed interfaces are engineered to deliver optimal control at high speeds, while meeting the unique demands of each discipline. As the driver’s sole physical interface with the vehicle, our wheels are designed to provide a wide array of functionalities.

Several of our models are available with single or multi-screen configurations, displaying critical real-time data such as engine RPM, DRS status, race flags, and more. The multi-screen setup enables advanced information management with added features. Special care is taken in the selection of display systems — not only for their electronic quality and optical performance, but also for their resilience in extreme operating environments.

Our steering wheels feature multicolored backlit buttons, ergonomically positioned within thumb reach and color-coded for fast, distraction-free access. Each button and rotary switch (rotactor) is fully user-configurable, allowing precise control over engine maps, brake settings, energy recovery modes, display functions, and more.

This focus on ergonomic layout goes hand-in-hand with the technical constraint of integrating complex electronics into compact housings. Given that competition-grade wheels are significantly smaller than those in standard vehicles, XAP designs and manufactures all electronic boards in-house to maximize internal space utilization. Our shift paddles are likewise tailored to customer specifications — with customizable actuation forces, travel, spring stiffness, and mechanical feedback.

Motorsport wheels must withstand the intense forces and vibrations of racing while remaining lightweight and robust. That’s why XAP steering wheels are built from premium materials such as aerospace-grade aluminum, polyamide-carbon composites, pre-preg carbon fiber (short or long), or forged carbon. The grips are also designed and manufactured in-house to ensure a fully integrated, homologated assembly.

To unlock the full potential of our wheels, we developed Dash Editor — a powerful configuration tool for managing all onboard functions. Users can configure LEDs, create alerts, assign functions to buttons and rotactors, manage screen layouts, and acquire data over the CAN bus. Full customization is possible, including logo integration and graphical elements, with compatibility across most CAN-based engine control units (ECUs).

XAP steering wheels are used across a broad range of applications — from single-seaters and rally cars to marine racing — and are also compatible with simulators via a dedicated licensing system.

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dashboards

XAP Dashboards – Clear Visibility in All Conditions

XAP dashboards and embedded displays are engineered to provide optimal visualization of critical vehicle data. Compact, ultra-readable, and fully customizable, our solutions integrate seamlessly into racing cockpits — even under intense lighting or vibration conditions.

Our displays are fully compatible with CAN protocols and can be configured using our proprietary software. With high-resolution screens, customizable visual alerts, and multiple page layouts, you maintain full control over the information presented to the driver.

For over 20 years, as a leader in electronic systems for motorsport, we have been designing and manufacturing a wide range of customizable displays and dashboards for racing cars. Our screens are sold as standalone units, and we also offer products with integrated displays, such as some of our steering wheels equipped with one or even two screens. Our systems comply with the standards and regulations of various racing organizations.

Our first racing car displays used analog instruments to show information such as speed, engine RPM, and temperature. These gauges were reliable but limited in the amount of information they could provide. With the introduction of microprocessors, digital displays began to replace analog gauges, and our product range quickly evolved to integrate multiple parameters simultaneously on a single screen — such as speed, engine RPM, fluid temperatures, and other critical data. As electronic management systems evolved, our displays became configurable via software, allowing race teams to customize and adapt the display to the specific needs of each track or racing condition. XAP has developed several software solutions, including the DASH-EDITOR suite, which is widely used in top-tier championships.

Today, XAP continues to expand its display range with multiple formats and sizes. Our latest products include 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, and 13-inch displays available in various formats (round, square, 16:9). Our technology is built around a Linux core and equipped with microcontrollers and microprocessors to combine real-time data processing with artificial intelligence integration. All products are designed, manufactured, and assembled by our engineers in our R&D office and production workshops.

Our displays are renowned for their optimal visibility and ergonomic design: they are positioned for easy visibility by the driver and offer perfect readability in bright sunlight, at night, or in rainy conditions. The displayed information is updated in real time, ensuring the driver has necessary data without latency. We place great importance on the robustness of our products, ensuring resistance to vibrations, shocks, and temperature variations to withstand the harshest environments. They are designed to be repairable: our After-Sales Service workshop performs diagnostics, testing, and repairs to restore units to service. Finally, their advanced configurability through our configuration software allows each driver to tailor the display according to their specific use cases.

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Switch panels

XAP Control Panels and Keyboards

For many years, XAP has been designing and manufacturing custom control panels and keyboards, combining technological innovation with adaptability to specific requirements.

We offer a comprehensive range of control panels equipped with high-quality backlighting. They are perfectly suited for low-light environments or situations requiring visual signaling to capture the driver’s attention. These panels stand out for their lightweight construction, enhanced durability, and minimal reduction in light output, resulting in improved luminous efficiency.

Our control panels feature real-time processing systems to manage alarms, transmit data via CAN bus, control LEDs, and implement complex command logic. They serve as the central brain for all operations, particularly in motorsport and industrial applications.

We also design custom mounting plates that integrate seamlessly into dashboards or the vehicle’s environment. Leveraging our extensive experience, we offer OEM-quality switching panel solutions ranging from cost-effective blank plates to fully customized panels. We use durable, customizable labels, and unlike generic branding, your system’s switching panel will not be plastered with the XAP logo—we can instead apply your own branding to further personalize your service offering.

XAP also offers control panels with touchscreens. These functions are compatible with our new NTS platform and the NT7 casing, validated for off-road racing environments. Using touchscreens, users can create their own custom control environment. The displays, equipped with powerful lighting systems (daylight-readable brightness), are perfectly suited for showing fault notifications related to your vehicles or other industrial systems. Additionally, the screen can display multiple faults simultaneously, with prioritized alarm management. All these features are fully configurable according to user preferences.

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actuators

XAP and Actuators: Electromagnetic Expertise for Mechanical Responsiveness

Electromagnetic actuators are used in automotive, industrial, and technological applications. They convert electrical energy into mechanical motion through the interaction of magnetic fields. These devices are electronically and computationally controlled. The fundamental principle behind an electromagnetic actuator is based on Lorentz’s law. According to this law, an electric current flowing through a conductor placed in a magnetic field experiences a force perpendicular to both the current and the field.

We offer two types of actuators: linear actuators and rotary actuators.

Linear actuators produce straight-line motion and are used for precise tasks such as positioning or locking objects. Our range of electric linear actuators is widely used and recognized in the world of motorsport, equipping numerous vehicles for many years.

XAP’s linear actuators can be applied to various sequential gearboxes or other equipment requiring strong thrust over a short distance with very high speed and stable equilibrium positioning at the end of the cycle. In the context of sequential gearboxes, actuator control is automated: we use magnetic feedback to accurately position the drum. XAP holds a patent for its electromagnetic linear drive device, which features a translating movable part equipped with multiple magnetized masses.

Rotary actuators can be used on sequential gearboxes or other equipment requiring high torque at a precise angle, as well as stable positioning at cycle end. For this range of rotary actuators, we focused on greater maneuverability combined with a lighter product.

This invention is based on a rotating movable part equipped with multiple magnetized masses. The actuator controls the gearbox drum and positions it accurately using magnetic feedback, ensuring correct placement for the next gear. A patent application has been filed following this research.

The advantages of electromagnetic actuators include precision, energy efficiency, and the ability to produce fast, controlled motion. Their main limitation is susceptibility to electromagnetic interference. However, XAP develops protective housings enabling operation in harsh environments. The integration of innovative materials and more sophisticated control systems paves the way for more compact, efficient, and precise actuators at XAP.

Our technology is the only proven solution that competes with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. XAP electromagnetic actuators are reliable, consistent, and maintenance-free. One of our flagship products is the ESHIFT 2 LV2 — an electromagnetic gearbox actuator rigorously quality-tested. It features position sensors and can receive actuation commands via CAN bus or wired (digital input) connections.

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power distribution

XAP and Electrical Management: Control, Connect, Protect

XAP offers a variety of protection solutions tailored to each need, covering a DC voltage range from 0 to 90V. Our solutions include both compact units and distributed systems. The entire setup is managed by dedicated management software and embedded programs that enable communication within the products.

From its beginnings, XAP has developed products focused on electrical protection, notably designing and manufacturing in 1996 a specific circuit breaker with built-in anti-rollover features. Naturally, we have continued to advance in this field by expanding our product range.

In 2005, the first Power-Box CBNT equipped GP2/GP3 single-seaters, followed by Renault Clio vehicles. The RTCX later transparently replaced the CBNT, providing both existing and new customers with solutions to keep these vehicles operational. Building on the experience and success of our power units, we developed the RTCM — a highly powerful, flexible, and technically advanced module. This represents a major leap forward compared to our competitors in terms of technology, features, and very high current management capability.

The RTCM incorporates a dense concentration of high-power circuits and accepts complex commands to activate and protect intricate electrical systems. This system can receive external commands from most engine control units or other control devices. Our rich configuration tool, born from extensive experience in electrical protection system setup, links inputs and outputs. Using a graphical interface, it allows users to easily define relationships between inputs (physical, CAN, analog, digital) and outputs, including real-time supplementary calculations. Outputs are activated according to multiple command modes which can be chained.

In 2023, considering the evolution of vehicle electrical architectures, XAP designed the modular protection and distribution system MPC. Each module can handle different voltages between 0 and 60V and communicates with a central management module that collects all information and issues commands. Modules are equipped with status LEDs for quick fault diagnosis. The control unit includes a gyroscope and accelerometer that enable adapted calculations to detect rollovers or severe shocks. The system can react promptly to trigger safety shutdowns, thereby protecting occupants. The MPC system can also coexist with existing systems, facilitating retrofit and rearrangement.

Electrical protection in a car — especially in a racing vehicle — involves multiple elements.

Thermal management, already crucial for conventional internal combustion vehicles, becomes even more essential for electric and hybrid vehicles. For these vehicles, electrical management systems are necessary to maintain the temperature of the electric motor, power electronics, and battery within an optimal range to ensure efficiency.

Using well-established thermal simulation tools employed in-house, XAP performs thermal studies related to its products (battery packs, inverters, etc.). This expertise and these tools are also available to clients for thermal analysis projects.

Overvoltage management is equally critical for hybrid and electric vehicles. In motorsport, managing overvoltage and automatic resetting are two key factors that cannot be overlooked. Overvoltage can damage onboard electronics and electrical components. Protection devices against overvoltage are used to cut the circuit in case of undervoltage, overvoltage, or overcurrent.

In motorsport environments, relays and fuses face harsh conditions of heat and vibration that can cause unintended electrical shutdowns. Moreover, fuse and relay wiring is often highly complex, complicating fault detection, especially when line errors occur. For many years, we have replaced these vulnerable components with computer-controlled modules.

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Electric Powertrain

Our Vision of Electric Powertrains at XAP

At XAP Technology, electric powertrains are not just about assembling components — they are built on intelligent, fully integrated architectures designed to deliver performance, reliability, and efficiency, even in the most demanding environments.

With over 25 years of expertise in embedded systems, we have developed complete electric powertrain solutions combining electric motors, inverters, control electronics, and onboard communication systems. This end-to-end expertise allows us to offer highly optimized solutions, particularly in the strategic field of retrofit — the conversion of internal combustion vehicles into fully electric ones.

Our expertise is fully expressed through retrofit applications. We design, manufacture, and integrate our own inverters — the true nerve centers of the powertrain. This approach ensures optimal motor control, seamless compatibility with all system components, and precise energy management.

Thanks to this end-to-end control, we deliver tailored, reliable, and scalable solutions that meet the specific constraints of each project. We believe in high-performance, well-managed, and sustainable electric mobility — and we support you at every stage of your journey.

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Electric Motor

XAP and Rotating Machines: A Synchronous Story

Since 2020, we have been committed to developing an electric motorization kit for retrofitting popular urban vehicles. The goal is to offer an affordable solution that extends the lifespan of these vehicles by converting them to electric — not to preserve their original performance at all costs, but to provide a cost-effective alternative to scrapping.

To achieve this, we established in-house production facilities at XAP to design and manufacture the core components of our retrofit kits (excluding batteries), including electric motors. Our design is based on a permanent magnet synchronous architecture, optimized for small-scale production while maintaining high efficiency.

Our motors are designed with a focus on efficiency, adaptability to different power levels, and cost optimization — all while meeting safety standards and addressing the technical challenges of integration into older vehicles. The power range includes 10 kW, 30 kW, and 60 kW options. For example, our 30 kW motor delivers a continuous output of 30 kW at 5000 rpm, a continuous torque of 60 Nm, a peak torque of 120 Nm, and an efficiency exceeding 95%.

Beyond this specific application, our motor development follows a six-step methodology:

Specification Definition
We begin by identifying the specific requirements of the application, including power, torque, speed, efficiency, volume, weight, and operational conditions.
Design
We select materials, design the magnetic circuit, and run simulations (magnetic, thermal, and mechanical) to define the requirements — such as the cooling needs.
Prototyping
One or more prototypes are produced to validate the concept. We have built an in-house testing lab to measure electromagnetic performance, thermal behavior, and mechanical efficiency.
Validation & Adjustments
The prototypes are tested and refined until the targeted performance levels are achieved and the motor is ready for production.
Industrialization
We adapt the prototype design for series production, taking into account manufacturing and assembly constraints. Quality control processes are implemented to ensure each motor meets its original specifications.
Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
We are developing an electronic data transmission system that enables real-time analysis, allowing us to rethink future designs and implement performance improvements in terms of power, efficiency, and durability.

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Relays & Sensors

From Relays to Sensors: Control, Precision and Speed

Our power relays have been specifically designed since the early 2000s for motorsport vehicles. In this context, we developed a full range of devices to ensure safety, particularly for electric vehicles. These power relays are available either as complete standalone products or as individual components.

Required by the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) for safety reasons, this type of master switch performs three essential functions:

Cuts off the battery via its main power contact, which has a breaking capacity of 500A.
Includes a first auxiliary contact to shut down the ignition system — as an engine can keep running even after the battery is disconnected.
Includes a second auxiliary contact to short-circuit the alternator, ensuring that no uncontrolled energy is fed back into the system.

More generally, power relays are used to electrically isolate the control circuit from the power circuit. This design enables the use of smaller gauge wires, reduces voltage drops, limits switch contact wear, and avoids overheating. For such applications, we employ power distribution managers designed for high-current, high-frequency operations.

Our relay systems store key parameters such as cut-off current, voltage thresholds, and transient values. These are communicated to the onboard control unit and can be managed via an external software interface or transmitted via a CAN or CAN FD bus. Certain models can include a pre-charge module, which limits inrush current during connection, avoiding damaging arcs between contacts and significantly extending the lifespan of the relay.

In addition to relays, XAP develops a complete range of high-voltage measurement instruments, typically operating across 0 to 1000 V DC. Each product includes galvanic isolation up to 1500 V between the high-voltage measurement and the acquisition circuit, ensuring the safety of systems and operators. These instruments are also capable of detecting leakage currents to ground, further reinforcing protection in electric and hybrid vehicles.

As part of our comprehensive data acquisition systems, XAP integrates a wide array of sensors tailored to demanding environments. These include:

Temperature sensors (for engines or batteries)
Pressure sensors (oil, fuel, brakes)
Force and torque sensors
Position sensors (for camshafts, electric motors, pedals, or vehicle dynamics)

Among these, Hall effect sensors are particularly prevalent in our designs, thanks to their ability to measure magnetic fields and field variations with high precision and without physical contact.

In summary, XAP develops and produces high-performance sensors and measurement systems that are essential for ensuring vehicle safety, efficiency, and competitiveness. Our technologies are carefully selected and calibrated to match the specific requirements of each application. All our systems are compatible with industry-standard protocols such as CAN, FD-CAN, NMEA, and MODBUS, ensuring seamless integration with broader vehicle electronics and allowing for real-time data acquisition and diagnostics.

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Modules, accessories, logger

XAP and Data Acquisition Modules: An Analytical Approach

Data acquisition modules (DAQ) are devices designed to collect and process data from various sensors and vehicle systems. They complement other embedded acquisition systems already present in vehicles—such as engine controllers and ABS braking systems—and provide specific input/output functionalities when these existing systems are comprehensive or when a well-decoupled architecture is desired.

This architecture is designed to minimize wiring lengths and reduce space occupancy, addressing the tight space constraints typically found within vehicles.

Sensors typically measure data in analog format. Our modules feature a large number of analog inputs to collect this data as close as possible to the source. The analog signals are then digitized and transmitted over CAN (Controller Area Network). The analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) samples and quantifies these signals at very high speeds. Our modules are equipped with multiple CAN communication interfaces, allowing simultaneous communication on several channels. They also process the incoming data to generate summaries or trigger actions when thresholds are exceeded. We develop and provide DAQ software for real-time visualization and analysis of this data.

In addition to modules that inject data into the vehicle’s digital environment, our data recording systems—known as Event Data Recorders (EDR), loggers, or black boxes—capture and store crucial information about vehicle operation and driving conditions. These EDRs collect data from various sensors integrated on the logger’s electronic board or from communication buses such as CAN. The data is continuously recorded at user-defined frequencies or triggered by specific events like overvoltage or braking. The data is stored in non-volatile memory, ensuring no loss of information even during power interruptions. Users have access tools to extract and interpret this data, and for some applications, access is restricted via an authentication key.

Our software enables data analysis and export to office-friendly formats. Users can employ their preferred data analysis systems, whether for post-race performance improvements or incident investigations.

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cooling system

Cooling System: Staying Cool in Hot Environments

Our expertise in embedded electronic systems for motorsport and harsh environments stems from a strong culture of innovation. We have filed several patents related to our systems.

For over five years, we have been developing an autonomous air conditioning system designed to cool race car drivers during competitions. This technology has been adapted for use in operational vehicle air conditioning systems. The system has been officially homologated by the FIA after successfully passing rigorous static and field qualification tests.

Our Racing Cool system features a specialized vest developed in partnership with a technical textile manufacturer. This vest circulates water cooled to 5°C, supplied by a compact air conditioning unit. The garments fully comply with REACH regulations and hold OEKO-TEX certification, ensuring user safety and absence of harmful substances (certified product). Additionally, the vests are fire-resistant certified and validated by the French Textile Institute. We have verified that exposure to cold does not cause any direct pathological effects.

The system includes a compressor block and a flexible hose filled with water that supplies the vest, which is placed close to the cooling unit. It can be dismantled in under two minutes and uses only a small quantity of non-flammable refrigerant gas R134A.

Designed for extreme heat environments (up to 60°C), our system’s climate control box integrates a fully programmable regulation system. Through dedicated software, the unit continuously adjusts compressor power to regulate both temperature and energy consumption according to cooling needs. Practically, this allows the system to produce chilled water at a stable 20°C by maintaining a constant temperature in its internal reservoir, avoiding sudden fluctuations that could affect user comfort. The software also monitors system performance in real-time, detects potential faults or anomalies, and supports preventive maintenance. Temperature data is communicated over the vehicle’s CAN bus.

Beyond this product, XAP is conducting research on connected wearable technology. In today’s world, where continuous monitoring of physiological and environmental parameters is growing, wearable devices must be ambulatory to allow ecological monitoring. They must remain discreet and unobtrusive to avoid interfering with daily or professional activities, while offering low power consumption and ease of use.

At XAP, we have developed an RFID antenna and tag system: the tag is placed on the driver’s helmet and authenticated by the RFID antenna when inside the vehicle. By embedding biometric sensors into the driver’s undershirt, this system will enable real-time transmission of biometric data from the authenticated driver inside the vehicle.

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Electric harness architecture

XAP Technology Expertise at the Service of Your Wiring Harnesses

At XAP Technology, innovation and performance lie at the heart of our expertise. Thanks to our dedicated wiring workshop, we design and manufacture custom wiring harnesses tailored to meet the most demanding requirements across industries such as automotive and other technical sectors. We offer our know-how to support you in the design and production of electrical harnesses and cabling solutions perfectly adapted to your specific needs.

Whether for prototypes, small series, or medium series production, our expertise allows us to deliver customized solutions tailored to your plans and specifications. We use high-performance materials to ensure reliability, safety, and durability.

Each wiring harness is carefully studied, designed, and manufactured according to your specific needs. All production is handled in-house to optimize manufacturing and meet the tightest deadlines, while adhering to the electrical standards and regulations of each sector. Thanks to our mastery of modern technologies and attention to detail, we guarantee high-quality workmanship, delivered on time without compromising on performance.

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embedded systems

XAP and Embedded Systems: A Rich Present, a Future Focused on AI

Our embedded systems are autonomous electronic and computer systems integrated into a device to perform a specific task. They play a central role in modern vehicles, transforming the driving experience and the overall vehicle management. They function like mini-brains, using sensors (pressure, speed, temperature) and actuators (whose actions are controlled by microprocessors and microcontrollers, such as deploying airbags or adjusting power steering).

Our company specializes in embedded systems: we design, manufacture, and maintain our products (steering wheels, dashboards, sensors, actuators, air conditioning units, control panels, etc.), with lifecycles that can span several decades. We ensure our systems are autonomous, provide real-time information, and deliver maximum performance, even when installed in confined environments.

We have internalized the design of our electronic boards, paying particular attention to optimizing size, energy consumption, and memory. Our boards can be remotely controlled through applications developed by XAP for iOS, Android, and Windows. These solutions can be integrated with the cloud for managing and monitoring embedded systems, thus ensuring optimal connectivity and accessibility.

XAP supports its clients throughout the entire process, from initial design to the integration of the complete system within or on the target product.

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