Garmin Catalyst R1 Racing Radar

Motorsport Blind Spot Detection

Unmatched Situational Awareness on the Track

Gain a competitive edge with the all-new Garmin Catalyst™ R1 Racing Radar. Purpose-built for high-performance drivers and motorsport enthusiasts, the R1 provides instant visual alerts when vehicles are approaching from behind or entering your blind spots, enhancing situational awareness without compromising focus on the racetrack ahead.

Whether you're navigating dense multi-class endurance traffic, defending position during sprint races, or building confidence during an HPDE session, the Catalyst™ R1 helps drivers make more informed decisions and drive with greater confidence.

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Keep Your Eyes on the Apex

Using advanced radar technology engineered specifically for racing environments, the Garmin Catalyst™ R1 continuously monitors the area behind your vehicle and delivers immediate visual notifications when another car is rapidly closing or occupying a blind spot.

Bright heads-up indicator lights mounted directly within your field of view allow you to maintain real-time awareness of approaching traffic without ever taking your eyes off the racing line. Whether you're sharing the track with faster classes during an endurance race or managing traffic in a busy HPDE session, the R1 enhances awareness when it matters most.

Pair it with a digital rear-view camera system or Gentex mirror solution to create a comprehensive driver awareness package for virtually any track vehicle.

Pro-Level Technology, Built for the Elements

Ideal for club racers, endurance teams, track-day enthusiasts, and gentleman drivers, the Garmin Catalyst™ R1 delivers advanced awareness technology in an accessible, easy-to-integrate package. Inspired by systems traditionally found in professional motorsport, the R1 brings enhanced situational awareness within reach of drivers competing at every level.

Its compact, aerodynamic design mounts discreetly to the rear of your vehicle, while the rugged IP67-rated construction withstands the harsh realities of motorsport—including heat, vibration, dust, and adverse weather conditions. The sleek installation can be configured to power on and off automatically with your vehicle's ignition for seamless operation every session.

Key Features & Benefits

Pro-Level Situational Awareness
High-performance motorsport radar delivers exceptional coverage, range, and precision to detect vehicles approaching from behind or entering blind spots on the racetrack.

Heads-Up Visual Alerts
Bright indicator lights mounted in your direct line of sight keep your attention focused forward while instantly notifying you of closing traffic.

Built for Multi-Class Racing
An ideal upgrade for endurance racing, GT4, TCR, WRL, NASA, SCCA, and HPDE applications where awareness of surrounding traffic is critical.

Complete Driver Awareness Solution
Pairs exceptionally well with rear-view camera systems and Gentex mirror solutions for enhanced visibility and defensive driving confidence.

Rugged Track-Ready Construction
IP67-rated protection withstands dust, water, vibration, and demanding track conditions.

Compact, Discreet Design
The small rear-mounted footprint integrates cleanly into a wide variety of race vehicles without compromising aesthetics.

Seamless Integration
Can be wired for ignition-switched operation, allowing the system to power on and off automatically (professional installation recommended).

Everything You Need to Install
Includes a bare-wire power cable, surface-plate mounting bracket, screws, and adhesive mounting options for installation flexibility.

Manufacturer Note

Adverse weather conditions and wet racetracks may interfere with operation of the device. Drivers must always maintain awareness of their surroundings while using this system. The Garmin Catalyst™ R1 is intended to supplement, not replace, safe driving practices and proper use of mirrors and spotter communication.