In this episode of the Perfect Lap Podcast, hosts Mark Jager and Mark Kilgore welcome Tim Chepeleff and Jeff Zissulis, the creators of Race Setup Pro. They discuss the platform's innovative approach to helping drivers improve their lap times through data-driven recommendations. The conversation covers the backgrounds of the guests, the integration of AI into Race Setup Pro, and the future developments of the platform. The hosts and guests emphasize the significance of user experience, confidence in car handling, and the potential for telemetry integration to enhance driver development.

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00:00 Introduction to Race Setup Pro

00:52 Founders' Backgrounds and Journey

07:51 Update on e36 Market

12:18 Understanding the Race Setup Pro Platform

18:52 Leveraging AI for Car Setup Recommendations

25:18 Optimizing Race Car Setup

30:24 Understanding Driver Feedback

33:50 Rapid Development and User Feedback

42:31 Iterative Changes and Best Practices

51:51 Incorporating Telemetry Data

54:33 Understanding Tire Life Cycles

01:01:39 Platform Accessibility and Cost Structure

01:04:48 Engagement Through Data and Setup History

01:14:45 User-Centric Development and Feedback Loop

01:28:26 Navigating Track Conditions and Car Setup

01:35:23 The Importance of Data in Racing

01:45:37 Simplicity in Racing Technology