Everyone has had the same pit stop: you enter the lane, you’re trying to hit the limiter, you’re scrolling menus, you miss your box, and you leave with the wrong fuel.
That’s not “driving skill”. That’s workflow.
What pit macros are good for
- Fuel changes (add/remove)
- Tyre changes (all / none / specific)
- Fast repair decisions
- Tear-off / windshield options (car dependent)
A simple macro layout that works
Group 1: “Pit lane survival”
- Pit limiter toggle
- Pit request (if you use it)
- Black box / pit menu open
Group 2: “Fuel”
- + small fuel
- + big fuel
- 0 fuel / clear
Group 3: “Tyres & repairs”
- All tyres on/off
- Fast repair on/off
- Optional: change left/right side only
Where to map them
You have three realistic options:
- Wheel buttons: good for limiter and a couple of essentials.
- Button box / Stream Deck: best for macros and setup actions.
- Keyboard: works, but not as ergonomic in a cockpit.
If you run endurance or stream, a proper control zone helps a lot:
- Keyboard tray for quick text and menus.
- Button box mounts to keep controls reachable and stable.
The goal: fewer pit mistakes, less stress, more focus on clean laps.
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