Maserati has launched a new digital system called Track Assist to help drivers improve braking and acceleration on racetracks. The system was showcased on a GT2 Stradale during an event in Tampa, Florida.
How Track Assist Works on the Track
Track Assist acts as a digital coach by communicating with the car’s braking system. It helps drivers find the best braking points and control their speed smoothly toward the corner apex. This can give drivers better insight into how to handle different parts of a race circuit. While the system offers real-time assistance, professional instructors will still guide the driving courses to ensure safety and customized coaching.
Technology and Development Background
The Track Assist technology was developed by an Italian startup called AS.CAR.I, founded in 2023. The company builds on know-how from the mOve group and the PoliMOVE team at Politecnico di Milano. AS.CAR.I owns the software and algorithms, but Maserati is adapting and validating the system specifically for its vehicles, with ongoing work on the GT2 Stradale model.
AS.CAR.I previously demonstrated the system using an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio back in 2024. The company then teamed up with AVL Italia in 2025 to work on industrialising the technology for broader use.
The GT2 Stradale as a Test Platform
The GT2 Stradale, which features a 631 hp 3.0-liter Nettuno V6 engine, is serving as the flagship model to test Track Assist. Maserati claims the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and reach speeds over 320 km/h. This supercar is about 60 kilograms lighter than the MC20, another Maserati model.
The debut of Track Assist took place during the Motorsports Club of Clubs event at The Motor Enclave in Tampa, held from October 26 to 28. This event gathers private racetrack owners and automotive clubs from across an international network of around 40 facilities.
Other Maserati Models at the Event
Besides the GT2 Stradale, Maserati also displayed its Grecale SUV and the MCXtrema track-focused car. The MCXtrema has a 730 hp powertrain and is strictly built for track driving, with only 62 units made.
Maserati plans to roll out Track Assist in its Master Maserati Driving Experience courses starting in 2027. The system aims to assist drivers at various skill levels while maintaining professional oversight.
Source: clubalfa.it