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Leadfinger Racing opened West Coast warehouse

Florida-based Leadfinger Racing has teamed up with SoCal-based racer Erik Koski to better serve the opposite side of the country.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 3:44 p.m. View Comments

Three buggy wins for Lutz at January Jam

Tekno RC's Ryan Lutz won the Nitro Buggy, E-Buggy and 1/10-Scale 4WD Buggy classes at the January Jam.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 11:05 a.m. View Comments

New Team Redcat TR-SC10E 4x4 short course truck RTR

Team Redcat introduced its first 4WD short course truck, called the TR-SC10E, that comes complete with radio equipment and HEXFLY power system.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

New Dash item to make debut at Arrowmax Asia Race Cup finale this weekend

The Arrowmax Asia Race Cup wraps up in Japan this weekend, and Dash will be releasing something new. What do you think it might be?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

Coelho chose HUDY

International on- and off-road racing superstar Bruno Coelho uses HUDY setup and pit accessories.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

POLL: What was the biggest surprise of silly season?

Some of the most well-known names in RC racing switched teams over the offseason. Which one did you find was most unexpected?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

Homestead RC Raceway to host 1/5-Scale International Grand Prix in March

Fifth-scale touring car racers from around the globe will meet at Homestead RC Raceway in March for three days of racing under the Florida sun.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

Mayo signed with Raw Speed

Raw Speed has signed SoCal off-road racer Jake Mayo to use the company's tires and accessories in all 1/10- and 1/8-scale off-road races.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

Ongaro took One Race One Man win on final lap

After earning the TQ, Team Associated driver Davide Ongaro took advantage of the race leader running out of fuel on the final lap to secure the victory. Here's the Circus RC race report from the One Race One Man in Italy.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 11:17 a.m. View Comments

New SOAR Seiki emulsion-style shock caps

SOAR Seiki introduced an optional shock cap with a bleeder screw that is intended to be used without a bladder.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

New Bezerk RC slipper eliminator for YZ-4 SF

Bezerk RC introduced a set of carbon fiber parts that eliminate the slipper assembly from the drivetrain of the YZ-4 SF buggy and allow either 48- or 64-pitch spur gears to be bolted in place.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:20 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield to run ProTek RC servos and batteries

On the heels of the world champ's switch in electronics, we've learned that Ryan Maifield will now run the batteries and servos of A Main Hobbies house brand ProTek RC.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New Mon-Tech La Leggera lightweight touring car body lineup

Italian body manufacturer Mon-Tech Racing has introduced new lightweight versions of its Racer, IS200 and Nazda2 shells for electric touring cars.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

New ONE .12 and .21 exhaust manifolds

Capricorn's ONE line now offers exhaust manifolds to fit .12 and .21 engines.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 2:05 p.m. View Comments

Ali, Lao and Liu won third round of Arrowmax Asia Race Cup in Guangzhou

At the third round of the Arrowmax Asia Race Cup in GuangZhou, Lee Ali, Alfred Lao and Liu Jia Rong that won the Stock Touring, Modified Touring and Formula classes.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

New Tamiya F104 Pro II with 2017-style body

Tamiya's newest formula racing kit, the F104 Pro II, includes new parts as well as a modern F1 shell.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

Denney signed with Muchmore Racing

Arizona off-road racer Tanner Denney is the latest to be named a member of the Muchmore Racing team.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:07 p.m. View Comments

New Axon dish wheels for electric touring cars

Axon introduced a lightweight, rugged dish-style wheel for touring cars fitted with rubber tires.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 12:47 p.m. View Comments

Tessmann signed with ProTek RC

Reigning ROAR national champ Ty Tessmann will use the A Main Hobbies ProTek RC line of batteries, chargers and accessories in 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:01 p.m. View Comments

Folding aluminum T-Works shock stand

This new aluminum shock stand from T-Works comes with plugs to hold shocks of different sizes, and collapses for easy storage.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 11:43 a.m. View Comments

New aluminum chassis and pod plate, center shock extension set for Roche Rapide F1 Evo

Roche Products International released a few new option parts for its Rapide F1 Evo, including a red-and-black-anodized aluminum chassis and pod plate as well as a center shock extension set that improves traction and stability on bumpy surfaces.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:56 a.m. View Comments

New lightweight optional body and wing for Tekno RC EB410

Tekno RC's new lightweight body and wing for the EB410 are made of thinner material, sacrificing some durability for less mass and a lower center of gravity.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:26 a.m. View Comments

New 110% Racing nitro syringe and ride height gauge expansion set

Ty Tessmann's 110% Racing brand released two handy new pit items, in the form of a syringe that can be used to siphon fuel from your tank to calculate fuel mileage, as well as a ride height gauge extension to make the piece suitable for 1/8-scale tru

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

Albanese signed with GB Racing Model to use Tekno RC and RC Concept

Luca Albanese will compete with Tekno RC vehicles and RC Concept electronics after signing a new deal with GB Racing Model for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy Zappers SG competition HV LiPo packs

Reedy added a new range of silicone-graphene, high-voltage LiPo batteries to its Zappers lineup.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 7:40 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax Dash A10 series SS601 super speed low-profile servo

Arrowmax has added the first A10-series servo to its Dash lineup, with a brushless motor capable of a 0.056-seccond transit time.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 7:07 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico closed warehouse in Reno

RC industry retail and wholesale giant Hobbico — whose website bills the company as the largest model hobby company in the world — closed one of its U.S. warehouses this week.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 4:05 p.m. View Comments

New X-Grip fluid bottle carrying bag

Mikimodel released a new carrying bag under the X-Grip brand that is sized appropriately to carry a dozen bottles of shock and diff oils.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 11 a.m. View Comments

New STRC aluminum option parts for Venture FJ Cruiser

ST Racing Concepts released an assortment of hop-up pieces for the Venture FJ Cruiser scale rig that are available in a variety of colors.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:46 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Gravity RC Tire Break-In Bit [VIDEO]

Proper tire prep and "break-in" can be crucial in finding traction with a new set of tires. This week Mike has shared a video review of the Team Gravity RC Tire Break-In Drill Bit, designed to help you scruff, scrub, and break-in new tires quick and

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 10:08 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP Ultra vented fiberglass slipper pads

Revolution Design Racing Products has released their new fiberglass slipper pads with an updated design to fit the Team Associated, Yokomo, XRAY, and Kyosho 1/10-scale off-road buggies.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

Rinderknecht and Tebo traded wins at Fastlane Raceway 2018 Countdown

Fifteen-year-old Iowa native Tom Rinderknecht edged former world champ Jared Tebo for the 2WD win at Fastlane Raceway's holiday race last weekend, but Tebo returned the favor in 4WD.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 8:21 a.m. View Comments

Tessmann signed with Hobbywing

Reigning 2WD, 4WD and stadium truck national champion Ty Tessmann announced on Facebook that he has signed with Hobbywing.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 2:44 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The top twenty stories of 2017

On the track and off, 2017 was a wild year for the RC racing industry. Here’s a look back at the 20 biggest stories of the last twelve months.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 6:22 p.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing professional electric power driver [VIDEO]

Muchmore Racing has introduced their new 1/4" electric power driver featuring no-slip rubber handle, USB charge port, LED work light, and more.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 10:55 a.m. View Comments

Watch Traxxas Dirt Domination with the X-Maxx [VIDEO]

The latest video production from Traxxas is a dirt-slinging freestyle frenzy featuring the X-Maxx.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity heavy-duty assorted team logo shrink wrap

Trinity has released new shrink wrap for charge leads and cable management which include one of each Trinity team logos; Trinity, LiPo Factory, Revtech, Monster, and White Carbon.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 12:17 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield switched to Hobbywing

As practice kicked off for the 31st annual CRCRC Winter Midwest Electric Off-Road Championships, reigning 2WD and 4WD World Champion Ryan Maifield's buggies hit the track with Hobbywing electronics and stickers.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 1:21 p.m. View Comments

Jonathan and Carson Yeung won XMG Energy Cup

Jonathan Yeung won the nitro buggy final at the XMG Energy Cup in Dongguan, China, while his father Carson won the truck class.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

Last chance to race your way into the Reedy Race of Champions

If you didn't get a spot in the Open class lottery for the Reedy Race of Champions, you have one last shot to qualify your way into the show at OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

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