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New LRP 2018 battery lineup, v3.3 slick off-road track software update for FlowX

LRP introduced the 16 battery packs that will be offered to kick off the 2018 season, as well as a new FlowX software update that the team used at the IFMAR Worlds in China.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

What's coming next from Horizon Hobby?

Horizon Hobby shared a teaser image dated December 28, 2017 to its social media feeds showing nothing but a dusty rooster tail. What do you think it might be?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New R1 Wurks Super LCG 80A speed control

R1 Wurks released a new top-shelf racing ESC rated at 80A and loaded with all of the features a driver could want for blinky or modified racing, all accessible within an intuitive tuning interface.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 7:41 a.m. View Comments

Hagberg renewed contract with XRAY

Former world champion Alexander Hagberg will remain with XRAY for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 7:56 a.m. View Comments

Watch Batlle describe and drive the MBX8 [VIDEO]

Mugen Seiki Europa published a video of former world champion Robert Batlle talking about the MBX8 buggy, and driving it back-to-back with the MBX7R.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

Two titles each for Cavalieri and Stoub — JConcepts Indoor National Series overall results

Here are the final points standings for each class recognized by the JConcepts Indoor National Series.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity Certified Plus ceramic bearing set for 22 4.0

Team Trinity introduced a new ceramic bearing set for the 22 4.0 buggy that aims to provide low rolling resistance for extra speed and efficiency.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

Pastor extended contract with Modelix Racing

Spanish on-road racer Johnny Pastor has extended his contract with Modelix Racing.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

Wood signed with Shepherd

Reigning British champion Tim Wood has joined the Shepherd Micro Racing squad.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing CTX-W Pro controlled tire warmer

The new Muchmore Racing CTX-W Pro tire warmer can be powered by a battery and programmed for total temperature control.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:06 a.m. View Comments

Limited edition Orcan RSR-MH 2018 .12 nitro racing engine

Orcan updated its RSR-MH engine for the 2018 season, and will produce just 44 units.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

New O.S. Max R21 on-road racing engine

O.S. released a sport-level version of its race-winning .21 on-road racing engine to provide track-ready performance at a budget price.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:28 a.m. View Comments

What's in the HPI Venture FJ box? [VIDEO]

HPI Racing unboxed its Venture FJ scaler rig to show everything that's included.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming Kyosho Inferno GT2 Dodge Challenger Demon

Kyosho America published photos of the latest version of the Inferno GT2 platform, this time wearing a stunning Dodge Challenger Demon muscle car shell.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

New Shepherd Velox V10 WC2018 nitro touring car kit

Shepherd Micro Racing released its latest nitro touring car, called the Velox V10 WC2018, with traditional blue anodizing and a small number of kits with black-anodized aluminum pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

Watch two Pro-Line MT 4x4 monster trucks tearing up the sand box [VIDEO]

Pro-Line's latest action clip shows two MT 4x4's with Sand Paw tires throwing up some serious roost.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 8:11 a.m. View Comments

New Tekin RS PRO 1-S ESC

The new Tekin RS PRO 1-S ESC is now available, and introduced in full detail.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

New Axial Racing SCX10 transmission set with updated realistic appearance

The Axial SCX10 transmission has received a design makeover with special attention paid towards aesthetics by mimicking a real transmission with a bell housing, oil pan and a 4X4 transfer case.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Power HD R12 low-profile servo for 1/10-scale electric vehicles

Power HD has released their newest low-profile servo for 1/10-scale electric racing; the R12.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY RX8 front, middle, and rear brass chassis weights

XRAY has released new brass chassis weights to fit the front, middle, and rear of the car for additional weight tuning options.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn P12 aluminum chassis and TE-03 aluminum upper deck

Capricorn has released several new aluminum options including an aluminum chassis for the P12 1/12-scale, and a aluminum upper deck for the TE-03 1/10-scale touring car.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ProTek RC 170SBL Black Label High Speed Brushless Servo

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike reflects on nearly a year-long "test" of the ProTek RC 170SBL Black Label High Speed Brushless Servo.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 11:15 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Last three years of holiday releases

Here's a look back at the items introduced to the RC industry during the traditional holiday shopping months since 2015 — what trends do you notice?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2017, 3:34 p.m. View Comments

New Infinity IF14 steering blocks, rear uprights, and C-Blade protectors

Creation Model has released a list of new option parts for the IF14 touring car.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Titanium Puck bones, 22 4.0 rear axles, and B6/22 CVD barrels

Exotek has unveiled their newest assortment of Titanium option parts, designed for the TLR 22 4.0 and Team Associated B6 series vehicles.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 9:28 a.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Sling Shot 4.3" tires, dual-rate X-MAXX springs, and Inversion 1/10-scale buggy front tires

The latest releases from Pro-Line include Sling Shot sand tires, dual-rate shock springs for the X-MAXX, and Inversion 2wd and 4wd front buggy tires.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 8:48 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 8IGHT 4.0 EVO front and rear shock springs

In the latest TLR Blog Update, the team has shared a close up look and full details of the new EVO 16mm shock springs for the 8IGHT 4.0 series buggies.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

New IGT8 pinion remover tool

RCTarget introduced a red-anodized pinion remover tool that makes gear changes on the IGT8 quick and easy.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

New ST Racing Concepts brass front C-hub and lower shock mounts for SCX10 II

ST Racing Concepts introduced new front C-hubs and lower shock mounts for the SCX10 II that are made of brass, which weigh more for a significantly lower center of gravity.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New NEMO Racing tire stick

This lightweight aluminum rod from NEMO Racing can be used to keep a set of 1/8-scale buggy organized in whichever bag or box you use to transport your equipment.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

Zayas split from Team Losi Racing

After nearly twenty years in a racing career that has also spanned across the country, Jose Zayas announced that he has resigned from Team Losi Racing.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 2:36 p.m. View Comments

Champlin brothers dominated 702 RC Raceway Toys for Tots benefit race

Broc Champlin won the premier 2WD and 4WD classes and Blake topped the Expert 2WD Short Course category at the annual 702 RC Raceway toy drive racing event.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP Ultra Tire Glue Tips

Revolution Design Racing Products now sells applicator tips for tire glue bottles in packs of 20 pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

Niblett and Miller won sixth round of HNMC Winter Series

Callum Niblett and George Miller were the best of the field racing in the frosty conditions at round six of the Herts Nitro Model Club winter series.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New 'Soft' graphite chassis side guard braces for XRAY XB2 and XT2

XRAY introduced new graphite chassis side guard braces for the XB2 and XT2 buggy and stadium truck that stiffen the front of the chassis for more predictable handling, but not as much as the stiffer option.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk show how to set droop on off-road vehicles [VIDEO]

Follow along with world champion David Ronnefalk as he explains how to set droop — one of the most important suspension adjustments — on an off-road buggy or truck.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Munday highlighted Keilor Cup finale

The fourth round of the Keilor Cup completed the series this past weekend, which was a rescheduled date following a rainout, with a large entry list turning up to race in memory of long-time club president Mark Polistena. Team Associated's Ray Munday

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 2:46 p.m. View Comments

Crowdfunded PDX RC Underground now open to the public

After raising $5000 in support from the racing community in just two weeks, PDX RC Underground opened its doors to all racers.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 1:47 p.m. View Comments

Watch the Traxxas XO-1 hit 100 mph at Texas Motorplex [VIDEO]

Yes, a stock Traxxas XO-1 is capable of hitting the century mark.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:35 a.m. View Comments

Jones joined Team Trinity

Tyler Jones has chosen to race with Team Trinity power for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 2:39 p.m. View Comments

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