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How to See Splits in Iracing

How to see splits in iRacing: quick steps for iRacing drivers to show sector and lap split times in the HUD, replays, and session results — fix this issue fast.

If you want to know how to see splits in iRacing, the clear answer is: use the Replay or Session Results for exact sector/split times, and use the live Delta/Ghost tools during practice to compare sectors on-track. You’re in the right place — below are plain steps and quick fixes.

Quick Answer

Open the session Replay or the Session Results screen to view lap-by-lap sector/split times. For live comparison while driving, enable the delta display and a ghost car (compare to your best lap or another driver) so you can see where you gain or lose time in each sector.

What’s really going on

“Splits” means the sector or interval times that make up a lap (for example, Sectors 1–3). iRacing stores precise split times in the session results and in the replay file. The on-screen HUD does not show a full table of split times live by default — instead it provides a delta number and ghost-car comparison so you can act on differences in real time. If you can’t find splits, you’re likely looking for a HUD table that iRacing only exposes after the lap/session in the Results or Replay.

Step-by-step fix

  1. After your run, finish the session or click the Replay button in the session UI.

    • Replays contain full lap and sector breakdowns.

  2. In the Replay UI, open the Laps/Times view.

    • Look for the “Laps” or “Lap Times” tab; it lists each lap with sector splits and total time.

  3. From the session end screen, open Session Results.

    • The results table often includes sector times or a way to expand a driver’s lap and see splits.

  4. For live, enable Delta and Ghost comparison before or during the run.

    • In the on-screen HUD or replay controls choose “Compare” or “Ghost” to drive against your best lap or another driver.

  5. Use sector marker awareness on track and check the delta at each marker.

    • When the delta jumps at a sector line, you’ve gained or lost time for that sector.

  6. If you need continuous analysis, export the replay (or use telemetry) to tools like VRS or MoTeC which show detailed sector comparisons across laps.

Extra Tips / Checklist

  • If you don’t see a “Laps” tab in Replay, update iRacing — older clients can have different UI behavior.
  • Use Ghost Car during practice to get a moving visual of where you’re losing time.
  • Delta shows overall difference; combine it with sector markers (on-track or map) to isolate the split.
  • For qualifying, check session results immediately after the run — they show sector bests and comparison deltas.
  • Third-party tools (VRS, iAnalyze) make split analysis faster for setup and consistent improvement.

FAQs

Q: Can I see splits live on the HUD?
A: Not as a full table. You get a real-time delta and can enable a ghost car for live sector comparison. Full split tables are in the Replay and Session Results.

Q: Where are sector markers shown?
A: Sector lines are on the track and sometimes visible on the track map; use them with the delta to know which split changed.

Q: My replay doesn’t show splits — why?
A: Make sure your client is up to date and that you opened the correct replay file from the session. Corrupted or partial replay files can miss data.

Q: Can I export splits?
A: Yes — export replay telemetry or use third-party apps (VRS, MoTeC) to get CSVs and deeper split analysis.

Wrap-up

To see splits in iRacing reliably: check the Replay or Session Results for exact sector times, and use the live delta/ghost tools for on-track comparisons. Next run: enable Ghost vs. your best lap and watch where each sector gains or loses time.