Timing Software

Here we cover in detail the key features of RaceControl, a race management software built for karting and motorsport. For a general overview, visit the main page.

Lap timing system easy to use

The first thing that stands out about this lap timing system is how easy it is to get started. Register your karts or vehicles, connect the decoder and start timing. No endless setup wizards or 200-page manuals.

Automatic unattended timing

RaceControl can run entirely on its own. When the race timing system starts, a predefined session is pre-selected (for example: 15-minute Race). As soon as a vehicle crosses the finish line, the session begins automatically. When time or laps run out, results are printed and the system resets itself for the next group, waiting for the next crossing. No human intervention required.

Live session adjustments

You can modify session settings while a session is running, including duration and even the event type. Switch from qualifying to race and the system reorders automatically. Qualifying ranks by fastest lap, race ranks by laps completed. Changes take effect immediately and the final results reflect the active format at that moment.

Configurable session ending

Set how the session should end automatically. The available options are:

• By time or laps. The session ends when the counter runs out.
• When the leader crosses the line. Once the clock hits zero, the session ends for everyone as soon as the leader completes their lap.
• When everyone finishes. Each participant completes their final lap after time expires.
• Manual. The session stays open until you end it, allowing extra laps or minutes beyond the original setting.

Wireless remote control

This timing and scoring software supports wireless RF remote controllers to operate key functions from a distance. With a single button press you can start a session or trigger the starting light sequence from anywhere on the track, without needing to be at the computer.

This is particularly useful at circuits where the operator handles multiple tasks or simply needs to move around. The remote acts as a trigger. You choose the exact moment for the start while overseeing the track from wherever you need to be.

Automatic race result printing

The printing system auto-adjusts to fit the content. When there are many participants or many laps, it reduces the font size and redistributes the layout so everything fits on a single page. No data gets cut off or lost, regardless of grid size.

Team mode and endurance racing

RaceControl supports team races and endurance events (24-hour, 12-hour, etc.) by assigning multiple drivers to the same vehicle, solving one of the biggest headaches in long-distance racing, transponder swapping. Find out how on our dedicated endurance racing page.

Live Timing

The system provides cloud-based live timing. Anyone who visits your track's URL can follow the live standings in real time from any device. All the traffic is handled by RaceControl's timing servers, so you don't need any additional infrastructure or worry about the number of simultaneous connections.

You decide when to broadcast and when not to. Live timing can be enabled or disabled directly from the software, with no need to contact support or wait for anyone. Private events, closed tests, practice sessions you'd rather not share: just turn it off and lap times won't be broadcast. You can also see in real time how many viewers are watching the event through the software.

Timing screens and scoreboards

In RaceControl, information is power. Every live timing display is designed to make use of every single pixel on screen. You decide what information to show and at what size. Hide irrelevant columns, adjust row height, colours, zoom and the overall layout.

Other lap timing software uses a fixed design that wastes large areas of the screen on data nobody can actually read, either due to distance or font size. On a scoreboard that is doubly wasteful: it takes up space and reduces the readability of what actually matters. Here you have full control over what is displayed.

Automatic day/night mode

Most timing solutions use a fixed dark design that works well at night, but under direct sunlight visibility drops dramatically. RaceControl switches automatically between light and dark mode based on the time of day, ensuring maximum readability on any timing screen in all lighting conditions.

Energy saving

You can schedule each scoreboard to display a blank screen when the track is idle, saving electricity and preventing image retention and panel damage caused by displaying the same image for extended periods. This setting is configured independently for each video output, scoreboard and display.