What Simulator Systems International does

Simulator Systems International (SSI), founded in 1976 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, designs, manufactures, and sells driving training simulators and accompanying software for automotive, commercial driver license (CDL), risk-mitigation, and rehabilitation applications. Its simulator rigs range from $8,500 desktop units to full-motion cockpit and CDL truck platforms, all built on Mechanical Simulation's CarSim™ and TruckSim™ vehicle dynamics engines — software also used by 110+ global OEMs and 200+ research institutions — paired with Dell enterprise hardware, Logitech steering/pedal peripherals, and optional D-Box 3-DOF motion platforms. The portfolio includes the Ultra/UltraPRO cockpit line, EF-Car series, 3100/3300/4050/4350 desktop models, an EF-Truck NG CDL training system (with an AI-powered traffic behavior engine and 40+ lessons, 80+ scenarios), and the S.T.A.R.S. clinical assessment software for occupational therapy and driver rehabilitation.

SSI generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales rather than subscriptions — there are no mandatory maintenance contracts, no software subscription fees, and no internet requirement — with optional add-on modules (Distracted Driving, CBT modules for Blackboard/Canvas LMS, S.T.A.R.S.) sold as separate one-time purchases. Distribution is exclusively direct: an inside sales team in Tulsa handles all inbound phone and website quote requests, supplemented by traffic-safety conference appearances nationally and internationally and equipment financing arranged through partner ELEASE. Customers span education (high schools, community colleges, San Jose State, Tulsa Technical College, University of Oxford), government (US State Department, Job Corps, San Bernardino County Sheriff, StopDWI), workforce/unions (Teamsters), and healthcare (OSU Wexner Medical Center, University of St Augustine). Manufacturing runs out of a 65,000 sq ft facility equipped with seven CNC machines supporting custom fabrication, mechanical/electrical assembly, demo spaces, classrooms, and an extensive truck shop — the foundation of a 48-year, niche industrial OEM with no public revenue disclosure, no venture funding, and a 1-10 employee headcount as listed.

Name

Simulator Systems International

Legal name

Simulator Systems International

Website

https://simulatorsystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Simulator Systems International, founded in 1976 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, designs and manufactures driving training simulators — desktop, cockpit, and full-motion CDL rigs — for schools, government agencies, CDL programs, law enforcement, and rehabilitation centers, powered by Mechanical Simulation's CarSim and TruckSim vehicle dynamics engines and sold directly without subscriptions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Driving Simulators

SIC

Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical & Vocational (TVET) Simulations (Welding, Electrical, HVAC, Automotive) (EDAFAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Automotive (EDABALAB)

Keywords

• Driving simulation systems
• CDL training simulators
• Driver rehabilitation equipment
• Vehicle dynamics simulation
• Driving education simulators

Headquarters

HQ city

Tulsa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Driving Simulator Hardware Sales: One-time sale of driving simulator systems including automotive, CDL truck, and rehabilitation simulators. Pricing varies by model (desktop starting at $8,500) with no subscription fees or mandatory maintenance contracts. Free lifetime phone, web, and email support included.
2. Software Modules and Add-ons: Optional add-on modules including Distracted Driving Module with proprietary smartphone integration, Computer-Based Training (CBT) modules, and S.T.A.R.S. rehabilitation software. Sold as one-time add-on purchases.
3. Optional Motion Base Upgrades: D-Box 3-DOF motion platform upgrades available as optional purchases for cockpit simulators requiring enhanced realism.
4. Equipment Leasing: Financing and leasing options available through partner ELEASE for customers who prefer not to make one-time purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Simulator Systems International manufactures and sells desktop, cockpit, and motion-based driving simulators for automotive driver education, CDL truck driver certification, and medical/occupational therapy driver rehabilitation programs. Every unit integrates Mechanical Simulation's CarSim or TruckSim vehicle dynamics engine with Dell enterprise hardware, sold as a one-time hardware purchase with no subscription fees or mandatory maintenance contracts.

Product overview

Simulator Systems International provides a comprehensive portfolio of driving simulators and training solutions, consisting of automotive driving simulators (desktop, cockpit, and motion-based models) and CDL truck driver training simulators. The product line includes the Ultra/UltraPRO cockpit simulators, EF-Car series with optional D-Box motion, and desktop models ranging from budget single-screen to triple-screen professional configurations. All automotive simulators are powered by CarSim vehicle dynamics software, while truck simulators use TruckSim technology from Mechanical Simulation. The portfolio also includes specialized modules for distracted driving, S.T.A.R.S. rehabilitation assessment, and optional Computer-Based Training compatible with Blackboard and Canvas LMS. The company operates as a single-product focused business providing hardware simulators with integrated software, emphasizing offline operation with no subscriptions required.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CarSim™: Vehicle dynamics simulation software technology used for car and light truck simulation.
• TruckSim™
• S.T.A.R.S.

Products and services

• Novice Driving Simulators

Quantifiable outcome

• Simulator hours proven to reduce first-year accident rates in teen driver safety programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments18 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Mechanical SimulationcoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive North American provider in the driving simulator class using Mechanical Simulation's CarSim™ and TruckSim™ vehicle dynamics technology. This partnership provides the core physics engine for all simulators, replicating real-world vehicle behavior including handling, braking, and safety systems. Technology used by 110+ global OEMs and 200+ research institutions worldwide.
• DellcoreTechnology or IntegrationEvery simulator includes Dell computers and monitors for seamless performance. Each unit comes with a minimum 3-year onsite ProSupport Warranty and expert technician support. Dell provides enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical training systems.
• LogitechmajorTechnology or IntegrationLogitech G920 and GPRO steering wheel assemblies and pedal systems provide authentic simulation experience with force feedback motors and spring-loaded resistance. Standard equipment in desktop and cockpit simulators.
• D-BoxmajorTechnology or IntegrationD-Box haptic 3-DOF motion actuators provide pitch, yaw, and roll simulation for enhanced realism in motion-capable simulators. Optional upgrade for cockpit car and truck simulators.
• NAPFTDSsupportingOthersNational Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools membership. Industry association supporting and representing publicly funded truck driving schools.
• ADTSEAsupportingOthersAmerican Driver and Traffic Safety Educational Association - sustaining corporate member. Organization dedicated to traffic safety education standards and professional development.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• FAAC Inc. FAAC is a long-established manufacturer of driving simulators for law enforcement, military, and commercial driver training. Directly comparable to Simulator Systems International across product category (driver training rigs), target customer base (government, public safety), and delivery model (hardware-integrated simulators).
• Virage Simulation: Virage Simulation produces driving simulators for automotive research, driver training, and human factors studies. Overlaps with Simulator Systems International on automotive driving simulation technology and university/research lab customers.
• Cruden B.V. Cruden designs and manufactures professional driving simulators for OEMs, motorsport, and training applications. Comparable to Simulator Systems International in vehicle dynamics simulation hardware for automotive engineering and training use cases.
• IPG Automotive: IPG Automotive's CarMaker is a direct competitor to Mechanical Simulation's CarSim/TruckSim — the underlying vehicle dynamics engine Simulator Systems International resells. IPG serves the same OEM, Tier 1, and ADAS/training ecosystem and competes for the same embedded customer base.
• Ansible Motion: Ansible Motion (a division of AB Dynamics) builds high-fidelity driving simulators for automotive engineering, ADAS development, and human factors research. Overlaps with Simulator Systems International in vehicle dynamics simulation hardware and OEM/research customer segments.
• Drive Square: Drive Square manufactures professional driving simulators for driver training and research, serving a similar mix of education, government, and fleet customers. Directly comparable product portfolio to Simulator Systems International's automotive and truck training rigs.
• Realtime Technologies: Realtime Technologies builds high-fidelity driving and flight simulators for research, training, and operator evaluation across automotive, defense, and academic customers. Directly comparable to Simulator Systems International in simulator hardware, software content libraries, and research/training customer segments.

Others

• Mechanical Simulation: The creator of CarSim and TruckSim — the core vehicle dynamics technology embedded in every Simulator Systems International product. As the upstream technology partner, Mechanical Simulation is the most strategically entangled peer: any change in exclusivity or licensing terms directly affects SSI's value proposition.

Broad incumbents

• CAE Inc. CAE is a global leader in simulation training across aviation, healthcare, defense, and — through its automotive efforts — driver training. As a broad incumbent, CAE offers overlapping capabilities at significantly greater scale and balance-sheet depth than Simulator Systems International.
• Bosch: Bosch is a broad automotive and industrial incumbent with adjacent interests in driver assistance systems, vehicle dynamics, and training/education technology. While not a pure-play driving simulator vendor, Bosch's automotive R&D and OEM relationships make it a credible large-player threat in vehicle dynamics training.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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