As the NASCAR Cup Series and ARCA Menards Series return to Iowa Speedway, race preparation extends far beyond the garage and the race shop.
Today's most competitive teams combine engineering, data analysis, driver feedback and professional simulation long before the green flag drops.
That same philosophy continues to drive Collino.
Already established as a supplier of NASCAR-spec racing steering wheels, Collino is now expanding its role by supporting MCM Racing Development not only with racing hardware, but also through professional race simulation provided by Byte.Collino, the company's dedicated Sim Racing division.
The Iowa race weekend marks another important step in a technical relationship focused on improving driver preparation, engineering efficiency and on-track performance.
Racing Components Designed for Competition
Every Collino product is engineered with one objective: perform under real racing conditions.
The company's NASCAR-spec steering wheels are CNC-machined from high-strength aluminum and designed specifically for oval track competition, short track racing and professional stock car applications.
Unlike products developed primarily for appearance, every design decision is driven by functionality, ergonomics and durability.
One of the defining features of the steering wheel is HexaGrip, Collino's exclusive grip technology developed to maximize steering control while reducing driver fatigue during long race sessions.
The HexaGrip surface provides exceptional hand stability under high loads, allowing drivers to maintain precise steering input throughout an entire race.
Today, these steering wheels are already being used by MCM Racing Development in ARCA competition, where their performance and reliability continue to validate the engineering behind the product.
As more competitors notice the equipment being used by front-running teams, interest in Collino steering wheels continues to grow throughout the ARCA paddock.
From Racing Hardware to Race Engineering
The collaboration between Collino and MCM Racing Development naturally evolved beyond supplying components.
To further support the team's preparation process, Byte.Collino now works alongside MCM's engineering staff before selected race weekends, using professional simulation to evaluate race scenarios and optimize preparation before arriving at the track.
Rather than replacing track testing, simulation provides another engineering tool that allows teams to arrive better prepared and make more informed decisions throughout the race weekend.
The ARCA event at Iowa represents one of the first race weekends where this expanded collaboration is fully integrated into the team's preparation process.
A Complete Racing Technology Ecosystem
One of the unique advantages of this collaboration is the continuity between simulation and real competition.
Drivers train using Collino NASCAR-spec steering wheels equipped with HexaGrip, the same steering wheel technology installed in MCM Racing Development's race cars.
This consistency helps maintain identical steering feel between simulator and race car, improving muscle memory, driver confidence and setup evaluation.
Instead of adapting to different steering systems, drivers experience the same ergonomics throughout the entire preparation process.
Powered by Byte.Collino
Professional simulation support is provided by Byte.Collino, Collino's dedicated Sim Racing division led by Ramiro Rodríguez.
The team combines experienced sim racers, engineers and data analysts who specialize in professional race preparation and advanced simulator development.
Among its leading drivers is Octavio Rondoletto, recognized for his extensive experience in competitive oval racing simulations, providing valuable technical feedback during setup evaluation and race preparation.
Working together with the engineering staff at MCM Racing Development and ARCA driver Esteban "Toro" Rodríguez, simulator sessions become an extension of the engineering department rather than simply a driver training exercise.
Competition Drives Product Development
Every lap completed on track and every hour spent inside the simulator generates valuable feedback that directly influences future product development.
This continuous cycle of engineering, manufacturing, competition and validation has become one of Collino's greatest strengths.
The company's products are not simply designed for racing.
They continue to evolve through racing.
Whether manufacturing NASCAR-spec steering wheels, developing advanced simulator technology or supporting professional race teams through engineering and simulation, Collino remains committed to one principle:
Real racing builds better products.
As motorsports continue to evolve, the connection between race hardware, simulation and engineering becomes increasingly important.
Collino is proud to be part of that evolution, delivering technology that performs where it matters most—on the racetrack.
