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Lap times seem wrong

Last updated: January 30, 2026

If your lap times don't match what you expected, there are a few common reasons why. The good news? Most are easy to fix.

Common Causes

  • Start/finish line needs adjustment — Our AI makes its best guess, but track layouts vary and sometimes it needs a nudge
  • GPS accuracy at the track — Tall buildings, trees, or tunnel sections can affect GPS precision
  • Video didn't capture a full lap — If you started recording mid-lap, the first lap time might be incomplete

How to Fix It

Adjust the start/finish line on the review page:

  • 1. After uploading, you'll see the review page with the detected track layout
  • 2. Drag the start/finish marker to the correct location (usually marked on the track surface)
  • 3. Click "Looks Good" to reprocess with the corrected line

If lap times are consistently off by more than a few seconds even after adjusting the start/finish line, contact us. There might be a GPS accuracy issue we can help with.

GPS Accuracy Notes

GPS is accurate to within approximately 2 meters under ideal conditions. At racing speeds, this translates to timing accuracy within 0.1-0.2 seconds.

Pro tip: The more laps you record, the more accurate your average times become. Single lap outliers are normal!

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