Garmin Integrates MYLAPS Digital Flagging into Catalyst 2 for Real-Time Racing Awareness
Event summary
- Garmin announced a real-time racing solution integrating MYLAPS X2 RaceLink Club with Garmin Catalyst 2 via an In-car Flagging Y-cable.
- The system provides drivers with digital flag signals and track condition updates directly in the cockpit.
- Garmin acquired MYLAPS in 2025, marking this as the first integration of MYLAPS technology into Garmin's motorsports product line.
- The combined package is priced at $1,699.99 and includes a one-year service plan for the MYLAPS device.
- Garmin also offers additional accessories like a tetherable cage mount and the Catalyst R1 racing radar.
The big picture
Garmin's integration of MYLAPS technology into its Catalyst 2 device represents a strategic move to enhance driver situational awareness on the track. This follows Garmin's acquisition of MYLAPS in 2025, signaling a broader push into advanced racing technology. The solution aims to address the critical need for real-time information in high-performance racing, potentially setting a new standard for driver assistance systems in motorsports.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly racers and teams will adopt this integrated system, given the premium pricing.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will introduce similar real-time digital flagging solutions.
- Product Expansion
- The pace at which Garmin will expand MYLAPS integrations into other motorsports products.
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