Client Overview
Simply Race is an indoor simulation racing venue where motorsport fans can get behind the wheel and experience high-speed thrills in a safe, controlled environment. With a strong presence in the industry, they recently expanded with a new location at Manchester’s Chill Factore near the Trafford Centre.
Having worked with them more than a decade ago, this project marked a welcome return to a trusted partnership, with Simply Race turning to Signs Express Manchester to help bring their new venue to life.
Need signage that gets noticed? Let’s make it happen.
Objectives
Simply Race came to us with a clear goal: to make a strong first impression at their Manchester launch.
They needed eye-catching fascia signage and window graphics that would capture the energy of their racing experience while maintaining brand consistency throughout the site.

Challenges
With the opening date fast approaching, timelines were tight. We had to keep everything on track while managing a number of different signage components. There was little room for delays, so every stage needed to run smoothly.

Our Solution
Lee, who had worked with the client in the past, carried out the site visit and took full measurements. During the visit, we met with the team to discuss what they wanted to achieve and how the space would be used. Using Simply Race’s brand guidelines, we created design concepts that aligned with their look and feel and worked across different areas of the venue.
We delivered a signage scheme that included:
- Contravision Window Graphics - These one-way graphics offered bold, street-facing visuals while keeping the inside space private, grabbing attention from anyone passing by.
- Fascia Signage - Black ACM panels, finished with acrylic letters and vinyl, gave the exterior a clean, modern look that aligned with their established brand.
- Internal Wall Graphics - We used high-tack printed vinyl to transform the interior walls, creating a dynamic space that reflected the high-speed atmosphere of the venue.
- Desk Panels & Car Decals - Full-colour printed desk panels and white vinyl graphics on the simulator cars carried the branding through every corner of the space, even the finer details.

Project Highlights
With multiple signage elements across both interior and exterior spaces, this project had a lot of moving parts. But working to a clear plan meant we could deliver everything on time. The result was a space that looked and felt like Simply Race - seamless, professional and ready for launch.

Results
The venue delivers a bold visual identity that’s instantly recognisable as Simply Race. Each signage element played a role in pulling the space together, from the external fascia and window graphics to the interior finishes. Brand colours and typefaces were used consistently across the site, reinforcing their place as a leading name in sim-racing. Everything was delivered to brief and to spec, ready to welcome customers from day one.

Our Testimonial
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"Really pleased with the final result of this project, I feel I met the client's brief and the installers brought it all together for a fantastic, finished job." - Liz Owen, Senior Designer