The car
Andrew Brilliant's Eclipse is a purpose-built time attack machine, and it was among the first in the sport to switch to Haltech's then-new Elite ECU. The Elite took charge of fuel, ignition and power management. Its big test was the Pro Class at the annual Yokohama World Time Attack Challenge in Australia.
A video walkthrough of the car was also made, with Scott covering which Elite features matter most in time attack and how they were used on the Eclipse.
Why time attack suits an Elite
Time attack is hard on an engine management system. A flying lap means full boost, hard braking, traction limits in every corner and heat soak lap after lap. Features that help in that environment include:
- Traction control to put power down on corner exit.
- Knock detection to protect the engine through long high-load sections.
- Engine protection that reacts to oil pressure, temperatures and more.
- Launch control for standing starts where the event needs them.
Newer builds would usually go with a Nexus ECU today, but Elite ECUs are still out there racing. Browse Elite ECUs and kits, or book a free consultation to talk through your own track car.
