Gain a competitive edge on the racetrack with the Garmin Catalyst R1 radar
Rhea-AI Summary
Garmin (NYSE:GRMN) introduced the Garmin Catalyst R1 racing radar, designed to give high-performance drivers more situational awareness and a potential competitive edge on the racetrack. The rugged, unobtrusive system features cockpit heads-up indicator lights, a rear-facing sensor, IP67 dust/water rating, and includes race-vehicle mounting hardware.
The Garmin Catalyst R1 will be available on garmin.com starting June 12, 2026, with a suggested retail price of $799.99. According to Garmin, the system helps drivers monitor vehicles approaching from behind while keeping their eyes on the track.
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News Market Reaction – GRMN
In the Jun 9 session, GRMN gained 1.11%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 05 | Dividend approval | Positive | -2.2% | Shareholders approved a multi-year cash dividend totaling $4.20 per share. |
| Jun 03 | Usage data report | Neutral | -1.3% | Released global running and cycling activity reports from Garmin Connect community. |
| May 27 | Marine radios launch | Positive | -0.2% | Introduced Signal VHF radios and remote station with advanced marine features. |
| May 27 | Aviation software update | Positive | -0.2% | Added SmartCharts aviation charting to Garmin Pilot Web for enhanced planning. |
| May 12 | Wearables launch | Positive | -2.2% | Launched Forerunner 70/170 GPS running watches with advanced training features. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent Garmin headlines—new products and a dividend plan—have often been followed by modestly negative next-day moves despite generally constructive news.
Over the past month, Garmin has focused on shareholder returns and product expansion. On May 12, 2026, it launched Forerunner 70/170 wearables, followed by aviation SmartCharts and new marine radios on May 27, 2026. A shareholder meeting confirmed a $4.20 per-share dividend through March 2027, with a related dividend approval article on June 5, 2026. Each of these events saw small negative price reactions within 24 hours, framing today’s racing radar launch against a pattern of cautious trading around positive news.
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Innovative auto racing radar system provides visual alerts for approaching vehicles to improve awareness and support defense performance
"We're excited to bring our radar expertise to high-performance driving, furthering our commitment to the motorsports racing community. The Garmin Catalyst R1 is a first-of-its-kind radar system that allows drivers to improve overtaking, defending and on-track decision-making without compromising their focus."
—Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Designed to race
The Garmin Catalyst R1 radar is unobtrusive, rugged and has an IP67 dust/water rating that can withstand rigorous racetrack conditions including weather, heat and vibration. Along with the indicator lights and rear-facing sensor, the radar system includes all mounting hardware needed to secure on a race vehicle.
Available to purchase on garmin.com starting June 12, 2026, the Garmin Catalyst R1 racing radar has a suggested retail price of
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1 | Adverse weather conditions and wet racetracks may interfere with operation of the device. Always maintain awareness of your surroundings while using this device, especially in these conditions. |
About Garmin: Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN) is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark and Garmin Catalyst is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 27, 2025, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). Copies of such Form 10-K are available at https://www.garmin.com/en-US/investors/sec/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
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SOURCE Garmin International, Inc.