Sometimes, not making the starting grid is where the real journey begins.

At the end of 2025, founder Simon Quintens applied for a VRT programme searching for twelve candidates to take the step into motorsport. He made it through to the final selection rounds, but ultimately just missed out on a place.

What remained, however, was the passion.

A passion for racing that had been present in the background for years came fully back to life. The next question was simple: how do you actually learn to race if you don’t come from the world of motorsport?

That search led to sim racing. An accessible way to get started, but at the same time a powerful training tool for developing driving technique, learning circuits and working towards improved performance. Above all, it is an ideal preparation for eventually making the step from simulator to the real circuit.

From that idea, APEX Racing Hub was born: a place where everyone gets the opportunity to take their first steps in racing, develop their skills with focused training and – for those who want to – make the transition into real-world motorsport.

On 1 July 2026, APEX Racing Hub opened its doors in Hasselt.

What started with one personal ambition became a place for everyone who shares the same passion to improve, go faster and go further.