Performance Tracking
Monitor and analyze your RC vehicle's performance over time
Data-Driven RC Performance
Whether you're fine-tuning for competition or just want to see how your modifications affect performance, RCManager's comprehensive tracking system captures every aspect of your vehicle's capabilities. From lap times and top speeds to battery life and temperature readings, turn your RC sessions into valuable data that drives better decisions and improved performance.
Timing Data
Precise lap and sector times
Progress Analysis
Track improvements over time
Setup Optimization
Data-driven tuning decisions
Key Performance Metrics
Speed & Timing Metrics
Timing Data:
- • Lap times and sector splits
- • Best lap and session average
- • Consistency metrics (deviation)
- • Start/finish line detection
- • Manual and automatic timing
Speed Measurements:
- • Top speed achieved
- • Average speed per lap
- • Acceleration metrics (0-60)
- • Speed trap readings
- • GPS-based velocity tracking
Sample Timing Session
28.42s
Best Lap
29.18s
Average
±0.76s
Consistency
Power & Efficiency Tracking
Battery Performance:
- • Runtime per battery pack
- • Voltage under load
- • Capacity utilization
- • Discharge curves
- • Temperature monitoring
Power System:
- • Motor temperature
- • ESC efficiency
- • Current draw patterns
- • Power delivery consistency
- • Thermal management
Environmental Data
Track conditions that affect performance for better setup decisions:
Temperature
Air & track temp
Wind
Speed & direction
Track Surface
Grip conditions
Location
GPS coordinates
Data Collection Methods
Manual Entry
- Clock-based timing
- Quick session logging
- Voice note integration
- Photo/video timestamps
Automatic Tracking
- GPS-based lap detection
- Telemetry data import
- Third-party device integration
- Environmental sensor data
Performance Analysis Tools
Trend Analysis
Visualize performance changes over time to identify improvements and patterns:
Performance Trends Example
Setup Comparison
Compare performance across different vehicle configurations:
Setup | Best Lap | Avg. Lap | Top Speed |
---|---|---|---|
Stock Setup | 30.45s | 31.20s | 35 mph |
Racing Setup | 28.42s | 29.18s | 38 mph |
Speed Setup | 29.85s | 30.95s | 42 mph |
Achievement Tracking
Automatically track personal records and milestones:
Personal Records
- • Fastest lap time
- • Highest top speed
- • Longest runtime
- • Most consistent session
Milestones
- • 100 laps completed
- • Sub-30 second lap
- • 40+ mph top speed
- • 10+ minute runtime
Session Management
Creating a Performance Session
- 1Start a new session from your vehicle's performance tab
- 2Set session type (practice, qualifying, race, etc.)
- 3Record location, track conditions, and setup notes
- 4Log performance data during or after runs
- 5Add photos, videos, and post-session analysis
- 6Save session and view performance summary
Advanced Performance Features
Setup Correlation
Link performance data to specific vehicle configurations for setup optimization
Data Sharing
Share performance data with teammates, mechanics, or the community
Data Export
Export performance data for analysis in external tools or spreadsheets
Video Analysis
Sync video footage with telemetry data for comprehensive analysis
Performance Tracking Best Practices
Tips for Effective Performance Tracking
Start Tracking Performance
Ready to start tracking your vehicle's performance? Here's what to do next: