PROVEN FTC887 PERFORMANCE IN MOTORSPORT EVENTS

In motorsport, every second and every meter counts. As a result, reliable vehicle tracking is just as important as driver performance. Whether it is an international eco rally, an off-road championship, or a multi-day motorcycle event, victory largely depends on accurate location data, precise distance calculations, and uninterrupted data transmission. In 2026, Teltonika’s FTC887 devices demonstrated their capabilities in Lithuania's most demanding racing events, proving that they are built for environments where accuracy and reliability cannot be compromised.

TELTONIKA’S TRACKERS IN ACTION

To start with, the traditional Eco Rally Around Lithuania brought competitors to the country's roads, where they vied for the prestigious Cup of the President of the Republic of Lithuania. The competition covered approximately 600 kilometres, featuring 20 special stages and attracting around 30 participants from nearly 10 countries. In the rally, FTC887 model served as the primary device for result verification and performance tracking.

Alvydas Petrošius, founder of Raceadmin.eu, a company supporting racing events, shares: “Compared with traditional rallies, Eco Rally differs in that success is determined not by speed, but by precision. Competitors are assigned a target average speed that must be maintained throughout each stage, with timing checkpoints located at regular intervals, typically every kilometre.”

Thus, the objective is to complete the entire route as accurately as possible while matching the schedule. Any deviation from the target time, whether arriving early or late, results in penalty points. To ensure maximum accuracy, all timing and performance calculations are recorded and evaluated at a 10 Hz sampling rate.

Throughout the competition, FTC887 trackers delivered stable operation and highly accurate positioning without a single performance issue. “In some cases, participants reached designated checkpoints after travelling 20 km with a deviation of only around 0.5 seconds, demonstrating the exceptional device precision”, says Alvydas.

Next, Teltonika’s FTC887 model showcased its capabilities during APL 2026, a demanding motorcycle rally involving approximately 120 participants organised into 40 teams. Each of them had our tracker installed on a motorcycle to cover approximately 1,800 kilometres in nearly one week.

Border sections presented one of the biggest challenges, where mobile network coverage can become weak or temporarily unavailable. To ensure stable connectivity, event organisers relied on Teltonika's Connectivity Solution, helping maintain reliable communication.

The 2026 Lithuanian 4×4 Off-Road Championship was the third event, where FTC887 devices performed flawlessly through mud, deep water, and tough off-road challenges.

RELIABLE TRACKING BEGINS LONG BEFORE THE STARTING FLAG

Every competition is like a newly created fleet that is assembled from scratch. To meet different timing criteria, checkpoint rules, and reporting requirements, it is essential to ensure proper tracking device configuration. For that, event organisers can use Teltonika’s TCT solution, while FOTA WEB is the application to deploy configuration updates remotely before the race and, if necessary, make adjustments even while the competition is underway.

A physical inspection follows next – to check connectors, to label equipment, and to assign every tracker to a specific participant. Only when all this is done, trackers are installed and utilised.

With dozens or even hundreds of competitors arriving before an event, efficient installation is equally important. For a hassle-free deployment, FTC887 is equipped with a U-type cable and can be connected directly to the vehicle battery.

In some cases, event organisers prefer to use a dedicated motorsport wiring harness, with power cables routed from the battery into the vehicle cabin and terminated with standard 6.3 mm flat connectors. As these connectors are the same size as standard automotive blade fuses, our tracker can be quickly connected via the vehicle's fuse box. Installed in around one minute, Teltonika’s devices provide a reliable connection for challenging motorsport use.

FEATURE PACKAGE TO WIN THE RACE

Unlike standard vehicle tracking applications, rallies require exceptionally precise calculations of both travelled distance and timing. FT platform brings visibility of around 40 satellites, with 1-second data recording intervals enabling significantly more accurate route reconstruction and performance analysis. As a result, more reliable competition data is available, and participants have greater confidence in the fairness and transparency of event results.

What is more, a tracker used in motorsport must do much more than just report its location. Throughout every competition, devices are exposed to continuous vibration, changing temperatures, moisture, dust, and occasional impacts. Depending on the vehicle, trackers may be installed either inside or outside, meaning they must continue operating reliably regardless of mounting position or environmental conditions.

For example, while in off-road racing, tracking devices must withstand mud, deep water crossings, and even complete submersion. Supported by FTC887 and other selected Teltonika models, high ingress protection ratings such IP69K are essential in maintaining reliable operation under extreme conditions.

Looking ahead, Alvydas is optimistic: “One of the most promising features recently introduced by Teltonika is dead reckoning. It could be highly beneficial for competitions that are held in areas with poor satellite visibility, such as deep canyons or dense forests, particularly in winter when snow-covered trees disrupt GNSS signals. This would improve route reconstruction, distance measurement, and ultimately the accuracy and reliability of competition results.”