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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

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 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

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

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

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

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 '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

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

Phend signed multi-year contract extension with TLR

2018 will mark the 12th anniversary between TLR and Dakotah Phend, and it will not be the last. TLR has announced a multi-year contract extension with Phend for 2018 and beyond.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

DEVELOPING: Due to TLR, Hinz to XRAY?

A spark of activity in what has otherwise been a rather quiet offseason might catch fire in the next couple of weeks, as rumors have begun circulating that Team Associated could lose two long-time electric off-road racers to different teams.

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

Stoub signed with Team Orion

Less than a week after signing with a new chassis sponsor, Dreighton Stoub announced he has signed with Team Orion as well.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 7:12 a.m. View Comments

Mike and Trent Walker joined JQ Racing

Florida-based father and son team Mike Walker and Trent Walker have signed with JQ Racing for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 7:21 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Mugen MBX8 in action with Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake has shared the first look at the forthcoming Mugen Seiki MBX8 buggy in action with a video showcasing several laps around the Thunder Alley Raceway track.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

New T-Works B64 front CVD set with normal and reverse threads

T-Works has released their new CL-B64-F Steel Front CVD Left Thread Set for the Team Associated B64/B64D. The set includes one front CVD with normal threads, and one front CVD with left hand/reverse threads.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 9:20 a.m. View Comments

New Titan BLITZ RS5 1/10-scale 200mm touring car body

Titan has released their newest touring car body, known as the BLITZ RS5 and designed for both nitro and electric 200mm touring cars.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 9:51 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

Ruona and Borkowicz topped the field at Fall Super Cup finale

JConcepts sweeps the mod buggy classes at the final round of the Fall Super Cup series at Southside RC in the hands of Jason Ruona and Daimon Borkowicz.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: How sponsored racers are ruining social media

The latest trend among RC racers who signed contracts promising to meet a quota of social media posts in exchange for a discount could

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

Fantom signed TORC Series Champion CJ Greaves for 2018

Fantom Racing is pleased to announce that TORC Series Champion, CJ Greaves, has chosen Fantom Racing to power his R/C efforts in off-road and dirt oval for 2018.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 8:48 a.m. View Comments

Batlle has parted ways with AKA

IFMAR World Champion and multi-time European Champion, Robert Batlle, has announced his departure from AKA.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 8:58 a.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing low-profile 1/10-scale high performance brushless servo

HRC Racing has released a new low-profile brushless servo, designed specifically for steering 1/10-scale competition vehicles.

Mike Garrison Dec. 19, 2017, 8:17 a.m. View Comments

A Main Hobbies added new packs to EcoPower LiPo lineup

EcoPower, an in-house brand of A Main Hobbies, now offers more LiPo battery options to power a variety of vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity IF14 Passive Rear Steering set

Infinity has released a new Passive Rear Steering (PRS) set for their electric touring car, which is designed to adjust toe angle of the rear tires in accordance with the stroke position of the rear suspension - aimed to result in great corner speeds

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 8:55 a.m. View Comments

New TC7.1 Factory Team suspension arm shims and steel inner hinge pin balls

Team Associated has released two new tuning options for the TC7 touring car platform, set to be available in January, 2018.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

NEMO Racing report from the Advent Cup and Westmill Winter Series

NEMO Racing has shared a report from the recent Westmill Winter Series race in the UK, as well as the Advent Cup in Germany.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

King won at Revelation Raceway Gifts for Kids race

As the dust settled, the Expert Nitro Buggy class at the Revelation Raceway Gifts for Kids Christmas Race saw Cody King take the overall win with Tyler Brown in second, and Ronda Drake taking third.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

Dean Jr. edged out French for RC Pro Open E-Buggy title

After a close race with Jake French, Jerry Dean Jr. was able to capture the win and overall Open E-Buggy title at the RC Pro finals.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:21 a.m. View Comments

Arrowmax confirmed Law, Zhang, and King for AARC final

Arrowmax RC has confirmed Felix Law, Rocket Zhang, and Stick King for the Arrowmax Asia Race Cup final at Yatabe Arena.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:15 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 aluminum chassis

XRAY has released a new 2.5mm aluminum chassis for the XB4 series buggies, designed to be extra stiff for increased stability and corner speeds on high-traction surfaces.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Do you collect RC memorabilia?

Whether it's your trophies and plaques, some of your old gear, or a pile of bodies and wheels from some of the top pros — do you consider yourself an RC collector?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 7:22 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO pre-mounted 1/10-scale monster truck tires

VP-PRO has released new pre-mounted 1/10-scale monster truck tires with a street inspired tread design.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

New RL Power Supply 3D printed iCharger 308, 406, 4010 charger stand

RL Power has released a new charger stand to fit the iCharger 308, 406, and 4010 models which is designed to hold the charger above your RL Power Supply to save space in your pit area.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jerry Dean II

This past weekend, the Texas-based RC Pro Series wrapped up at the Wade Indoor Arena in Terrell, Texas, and long-time racer Jerry Dean II - who returned to the hobby this year after taking a prolonged break - scored the biggest win of his career and

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 3:18 p.m. View Comments

Worlds memorabilia awarded to top Australian Juniors

Junior racers at last weekend’s fourth round of the 2017 Traction RC Keilor Cup at KEORCA in Victoria, Australia went home with some very cool mementos donated by the top pros at the IFMAR Worlds, like Spencer Rivkin, Kyle McBride, Jared Tebo, Ty Tes

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 2:02 p.m. View Comments

New photos and details of the Mugen Seiki MBX8 revealed

Mugen Seiki Racing has released a plethora of photos today which showcase more of the new MBX8 1/8-scale nitro buggy kit.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: If it works, why fix it?

After a "rookie mistake" setting up his car, Mike has shared a valuable lesson that he has learned with the help of his wife Britani - who is also an avid R/C racer, and more importantly less of an over thinker than he is.

Mike Garrison Dec. 15, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

RawSpeed's Jason Snyder featured on Big Blue Tent podcast

The Big Blue Tent podcast crew talked to RawSpeed Inc owner and YouTube commentator Jason Snyder in their latest episode.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:16 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber Serpent SDX V2 shock towers

Serpent introduced optional carbon fiber shock towers for the Spyder SDX4 buggy that are stronger and have optimized shock and camber link locations.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

Race 'Em RC to host Tekno RC Indoor Off-Road Championships in January

Tekno RC is the new title sponsor for the Indoor Off-Road Championships, hosted by Race 'Em RC in Rockford, IL and scheduled for next month.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:06 a.m. View Comments

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