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Why we built RacePrep

RacePrep
March 3, 2025

Introducing RacePrep: Your Digital Crew Chief

Imagine this:  Your race car is a half-a-lap ahead of the field with eight laps to go. You can smell victory and the $2,500 first place prize that comes with it. Spectators on the edge of their seats. There doesn’t look to be anything between your and that checkered flag. Then, a trail of sparks erupts from underneath the car and it slows to a halt on the back straight away. Just like that, your night is over. The culprit? Loose bolts on the rear end – a simple oversight with significant consequences.

In that moment of frustration, amidst the lingering smell of burnt rubber and dejection, our team knew that driving home with a “DNF” could have been prevented.

In the racing world, success lies in the details. All the speed secrets and new parts in the world can’t help you if the car doesn’t make it to the finish line. We found that the ultimate winner's tip is never about just speed.  It's about being race ready.

The truth is, preventative maintenance and tallying laps on parts may not be the most glamorous aspect of racing, BUT it is the (subdued yet) crucial work behind the scenes that ensures a great race night.

Like some teams, we thought it was a good idea to keep track of everything on a whiteboard in the trailer, that was until someone leaned against it and wiped it all away. Next, we tried a few different ways:  First we tried to remember when we did each task (couldn’t make it three weeks before we lost count), a journal (which we lost), post-it notes (lost those, too)...

Each option had its downfalls. So we took it upon ourselves to build a better option – RacePrep.

Simplify your race car maintenance with RacePrep

We built RacePrep to help racers become 100% ready for race day, 100% of the time.

RacePrep transforms meticulous care into a winning strategy, letting racers focus on racing, not repairs. From component logs to race day checklists, the app boosts efficiency and minimizes errors.

It takes care of everything from maintenance schedules to inventory management.

It replaces messy notes with a digital solution, providing alerts and a user-friendly dashboard for peak performance.

It reminds you when parts need to be replaced or serviced, tracks laps and usage on all critical components, and even lets you customize each car's unique maintenance schedule.

RacePrep isn't just a mobile app; it's your digital crew chief, designed by racers, for racers.

Born out of necessity, RacePrep is the solution to the cumbersome task of tracking the maintenance of engines, transmissions, rear ends, and myriad parts that are essential to a race car's optimal performance.

It's like having an extra member on the race team that keeps everything in check.

Your Smart Maintenance Assistant

Our app helps you keep track of maintenance and ditch those unreliable post-it notes, paperwork, and fading memories of parts and when they were changed.

If you're like us and race multiple times a week or have ever managed several race cars, you know how hard it is to keep track of everything.

Racers won't have to wonder when they last changed their oil, replaced their spark plugs, or greased their bearings. They won't leave tools behind in the garage or forget to order spare parts.

That's why RacePrep is the perfect assistant to help you eliminate confusion and ensure every race machine gets the attention it deserves. User-friendly features of RacePrep empower you to:

  • Record laps and track vital component maintenance easily for one or multiple race cars.
  • Manage weekly checklists to ensure a thorough review of the vehicle and log necessary fixes or replacements.
  • Pack for race day without leaving anything behind, thanks to a purpose-built checklist.
  • Receive alerts for maintenance items needing attention, with a dashboard that displays the status of all tracked components.
  • Effortlessly add tasks to your maintenance list for upcoming repairs or purchases.
  • Share a team shopping list so everyone can see what the team needs and who bought what.
  • Maintain a comprehensive history of each component, and invaluable data for selling used equipment.

Race more than just an app; it's an indispensable ally in your race against time and opponents.  Racers will witness a noticeable improvement in part longevity and race results.

Join the Race-Ready Revolution

Staying organized with maintenance means fewer breakdowns and more checkered flags.

We're proud to offer RacePrep to the racing world. This is our declaration to the racing community that every bolt matters. Every pre-race check is significant. And in the heat of competition, preparation is the unsung hero.

Welcome to your new racing future with orderly maintenance. It's time to meet your newest race crew member:  RacePrep.

Ready to experience the difference? Download RacePrep from the  Apple App Store or Google Play Store today and take control of your race car maintenance like never before.

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