Qualy Time Attack – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Qualy Time Attack?

Qualy Time Attack is an asynchronous racing platform created by car enthusiasts who were looking for more ways to compete and engage with the community. Our primary focus is in our time attack system, which allows drivers to compete with us at any track, any time, without having to travel or follow a set schedule. Members can compete by registering for a cup to earn points for prizes and trophies. The drivers in each class that score the most points over the season will be our QTA champions.

How does Qualy Time Attack work?

The QTA season is broken up into 4 different cups: The Spring Cup, Summer Cup, Fall Cup, and Winter Special, with a duration of approximately 3 months each. Cars are separated into different classes based on their Motor and Modification level and compete in each cup to win points. Drivers register by paying an entry fee ($20) and selecting which car they wish to compete with. Drivers must register by the deadline to compete in that cup.

Drivers earn points by uploading laps at any given track and configuration (Autobahn South, Gingerman, Road America) throughout each cup. Points are calculated based on both lap performance and participation. Drivers compete against others in their class, with the fastest driver earning a maximum point value that scales with participation: 60 points if you're the only driver in your class at that track; 70 for 2 drivers, 80 for 3, 90 for 4, and 100 points max once 5+ drivers are competing in your class at that track/configuration. All drivers earn points relative to the fastest lap using the formula (base points * fastest lap / your lap), rounded to the nearest hundredth. Only your fastest lap per track, per cup will count toward points.

If you attend multiple tracks, you have multiple chances to score points. Points are accumulated through the end of Fall Cup and will determine the QTA class champions. Prizes will be determined for each of the five class winners for Stock, Street, Street-E, Track, and Unlimited.

There is also an unscored Historical Open for drivers to submit previous laps from January 1, 2015 through the most recently completed cup. As cups fully close and results are finalized (10 days after cup end), the Historical Open window will expand accordingly. All laps are verified by the Qualy team and added to your Driver Profile, the garaged car the laps belong to, and the all-time Leaderboard. The Historical Open is free for all Qualy members.

How does Qualy approach safety, traffic, and on-track conduct during events?

Safety is always the top priority. Drivers are expected to operate their vehicles responsibly, within their personal limits, and in full compliance with the rules and conduct standards of their event organizer. Qualy Time Attack is an asynchronous, results-based competition, not an on-track contest, and does not alter on-track rules or passing procedures. Traffic is a normal and unavoidable part of on-track driving, and drivers must never pressure, signal, or attempt to influence others for competitive advantage. All submitted laps are subject to review, and laps associated with unsafe or unsportsmanlike behavior may be rejected regardless of lap time.

Does it cost money?

It costs $20 to enter into each time attack cup, which will allow drivers to compete for trophies and prizes and be officially recognized as time attack competitors. The fees are used to help cover platform operating costs, fund prizes and awards, and create stronger incentives for active participation.

What do I need?

All you need is a good quality camera. We recommend a timing app (Harry's Lap Timer, Track Addict) and a 25hz GPS (i.e., Racebox) to measure times more accurately. If you have telemetry data, it will be helpful if the camera has a shot of the timer, though the time shown will only be supplemental - laps will be verified by the video uploaded.

How do I upload a lap?

After your track day, trim the video to show just your fastest lap and upload it on YouTube. Please trim the video or make a note of when the lap begins. Videos MUST be set to public or unlisted, otherwise are unable to review the lap. Once uploaded, submit it via our Lap Upload form.

How do I know what class I am in?

Please read our Rules or use our Classing Questionnaire as a guide to figure out where your car belongs. Classes are split by Motor:

• A: up to 1.8L Forced Induction / up to 2.5L Naturally Aspirated / up to 1.3L Rotary Naturally Aspirated
• S: 1.9L FI – 2.5L FI / 2.6L – 3.7L NA / 1.3L Rotary FI / Single Motor Electric
• R: 2.6L FI – 3.5L FI + / 3.8L NA – 5.0L NA / 1.4L Rotary FI – 1.9L Rotary FI / Dual Motor Electric
• X: 3.6L FI + / 5.1L NA + / 2.0L Rotary FI + / Tri Motor Electric or greater
• U: Exclusion class regardless of motor for cars such as: Any Corvette above the base level, any 911 above the base level, any race-level production car (Ford Mustang GTD), and any supercars (Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc.). Please see here for full list of exclusions

and Modification level:

• Stock: Basically stock, plus a few reliability allowances
• Street: Basic bolt-ons
• Street-E: Street class + E85, engine swaps, a few further upgrades
• Track: Aero, race car for the street
• Unlimited: Anything goes, non-production cars, purpose-built race cars (Ariel Atoms, Radicals, etc.)

Please see the full ruleset to properly class your car.

Though class naming conventions may be similar to those you have seen in other motorsports organizations, please check the rules – classing may be vastly different from other time attack groups. We took care in developing our ruleset and feel it is the best logical mix for our competitors. As time progresses, expect minor changes to be made to ensure a fair and competitive landscape.

We also understand that modifications can happen through the season/cup. If you modify your car mid-cup that puts it in a new class, you must update it in the garage. You will keep the points you earned in the other class, but the accumulation will be separate from the points you earn in your new class. We expect our drivers to act with integrity – that's what makes this fun – please report if your car has been updated mid-cup that would put it in a new class.

When will my lap be confirmed?

Track Stewards will review laps and verify them before posting to the official Leaderboard. This process may take a few days, to ensure that quality laps are being uploaded —thank you for your patience!

How do I earn points?

At the end of each cup, points will be tallied by laps uploaded. Points are based on both lap performance and participation. Drivers compete against others in their class at each track/configuration, with maximum base points scaling from 60–100 depending on class participation at that specific track. If you drove at 3 different tracks during a cup, you have 3 different opportunities to earn points. Points will accumulate by the class your car is in, and the drivers who have the most points at the end of the Fall Cup will be our class champions.

What if I want to race more than one car?

We have built in the function for our drivers to race as many cars as they want in our time attack series. Each car/class will accumulate points independently. The trick is in getting enough track days to submit laps for each car, and it may be more advantageous to race only one car.

What if I'm not very fast?

QTA is designed for all skill levels. Whether you're a veteran or a beginner, our goal is to foster a competitive but supportive community. Additionally, we will be implementing Achievement Trophies that users can earn through various activities, and the Top 3 achievement trophy earners will also be eligible for prizes at the end of the season.

What is the Winter Special Cup?

The Winter Special Cup is a competition currently in development from December–February. Since winter conditions limit track access in many regions, this cup will be a more limited event focused on regions and drivers with winter track access. The Winter Special is currently free and may evolve as the platform grows.

Other Questions

Please reach out to us via discord or e-mail us at info@qualytimeattack.com.