Garmin Catalyst R1 | Racing Radar

The Garmin Catalyst™ R1 racing radar is a constant rear lookout that monitors blind spots, closing traffic, and fast‑approaching vehicles while you stay focused on what’s happening in front of you.  It brings technology rarely found on motorsports products to almost any track vehicle, giving you situational awareness and integration flexibility. Awareness you can’t get from mirrors. 

Real Blind‑Spot + Rear‑Approach Detection

The Garmin Catalyst R1 racing radar provides exceptional coverage, range and precision.  It continuously scans behind you and alerts you when vehicles are:

• First detected on-track behind you
• Gaining on you with an estimated indication of the distance behind you
• In your blind spot on either side attempting to overtake you

This is exactly the kind of information that’s hardest to catch with mirrors alone, especially at track speeds.

Visual Alerts with Color LED Lights

Interior‑mounted indicator lights are within your sight.

• Amber-colored left and right blind spot alerts
• Red-colored left and right rear alert lights
• Blue-colored light indicating normal operation
• While traveling above 15 mph, colors progressively change from cool colors (blue, green) when the vehicle is around 70 m (229 ft.) away to warm colors (yellow, orange, red) when the vehicle is around 9 m (29 ft.) away.
• Radar functionality may be limited in rainy/wet conditions. The indicator light turns orange when in this state.

Bring knowledge of your surroundings up front, giving you confidence to make your moves.

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