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Ongaro to continue with AKA Products

NEO Race champ and Euros runner-up Davide Ongaro signed a contract extension with AKA Products.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 8:45 a.m. View Comments

Lightweight 175RC carbon fiber front shock tower for 22 4.0 SR

This new 175RC carbon fiber front shock tower for the 22 4.0 SR buggy is nearly 3 grams lighter than the stock piece it replaces.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 8:36 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn foam tires for electric touring cars

Capricorn released a new line of foam tires designed for electric-powered touring cars.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday weekend

LiveRC will be closed from November 23-27 so that our staff can celebrate with their families.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 3:44 p.m. View Comments

Greased air filter tip from TLR blog

As he prepared for the upcoming Fall Brawl, Team Losi Racing blogger JR Mitch shared a tip on preparing an air filter for nitro vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 8:30 a.m. View Comments

Santana signed with XRAY

European GT champ Toni Santana joined the XRAY team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Kobbevik crowned double Junior champ at Worlds

XRAY's Daniel Kobbevik was the top-finishing under-16 racer in both 2WD and 4WD at the IFMAR Worlds.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

Save up to 15% during Absolute Hobbyz Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale

AbsoluteHobbyz.com is offering up to 15% off during their Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale running now through December 2nd.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

Wynn and Schafer clinched early wins for new JConcepts A-One touring car body

Paul Wynn has returned to his roots of on-road racing, and doubled up with Troy Schafer to win the Pro Mod and Expert 17.5 touring car classes with the new JConcepts A-One body at round three of the FSEARA State Series.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

Save big during the A Main Hobbies Black Friday Sale

A Main Hobbies is giving away free stuff to the first 100 customers who spend $200 or more during the annual Black Friday sale, where popular gear will be available at deep discounts.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 21, 2017, 2:27 p.m. View Comments

Hickerson took prototype SOAR truggy to victory at the FORCE Series round seven

Round 7 of the FORCE Series was held at River Rat RC Raceway, where Gene Hickerson piloted the prototype SOAR Seiki truggy to victory.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 10:23 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic green edition E6 Raptor 1/8-scale brushless monster truck

Team Magic has released a new green edition of the E6 Raptor 1/8-scale brushless monster truck, equipped with a new 2250KV brushless motor capable of running a 6S LiPo battery pack.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

New JQRacing toe-in plates and Latin America Tour report

JQRacing has released three new toe-in plates for THECar, and has shared a report from the JQRacing Latin America Tour.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:27 a.m. View Comments

Save 20% during Triton Engines Black Friday Sale

Save 20% during Triton Engines Black Friday Sale.

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

New Speedzone shorty 4000mAh and 5000mAh 2S 120C LiPo packs

Speedzone has released two new 2S 120C hardcase shorty LiPo battery packs; a 4000mAh for spec class racing, and a 5000mAh for modified class racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

Watch Adam Drake explain the new Flash Point 12mm brass shock pistons [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about the new Flash Point 12mm Brass Shock Pistons.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:58 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP B64 carbon/aluminum center bulkhead cover

Revolution Design Racing Products has released their new carbon/aluminum center bulkhead cover for the Team Associated B64, which is designed to replace the stock composite part for added rigidity and aesthetics.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

The Drake's lead Mugen sweep at Top Notch Tour round four

Adam Drake, Ronda Drake, and Miguel Perez all took the win for Mugen Seiki Racing in their respective classes at round four of the Top Notch Tour at Revelation Raceway.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 aluminum center bulkhead

XRAY has released a new aluminum center bulkhead for the XB4, replacing the stock composite part for increased reinforcement, reliability, and lifespan.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

New Bezerk RC EB410 carbon fiber shock towers and center diff plates

Bezerk RC, an Australian based carbon fiber option part company, has released their new carbon fiber shock towers and center diff plates for the Tekno RC EB410 4wd buggy.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: One of the most exciting IFMAR Worlds to date

Mike spent his Monday morning reflecting on the 2017 IFMAR 1/10-scale Off-Road World Championships, congratulating the newly crowned champion Ryan Maifield, and saying thank you to everyone involved for provided what he considered to be one of the mo

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 11:19 a.m. View Comments

New Roche P12-2017 USA Spec 1/12-scale pan car kit

Roche RC has announced the P12-2017 USA Spec 1/12-scale pan car kit, featuring alloy chassis plates, hard front end parts, lowered rear axle height adjuster, and a full range of optional center shock springs.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

Voldenauer joined SWORKz

Morris Voldenauer has joined the SWORKz German race team for his 1/10-scale and 1/8-scale race program.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 9:18 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated and Reedy countertop setup mats

Team Associated has released two new 16"x20" countertop setup mats, with a choice of a new AE or Reedy design theme.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 8:49 a.m. View Comments

Watch the 2017 Monster Truck Hall of Fame ceremony with JConcepts [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing a recent R/C Monster Truck event which took place at the 2017 International Monster Truck Hall of Fame. The event shown, held in Auburn, Indiana is the 7th annual event which features an array of action f

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

MIP has parted ways with Hobbico

Eustace Moore Jr., CEO of MIP, has announced that MIP has parted ways with long-time distributor Hobbico / Great Planes.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 8:41 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY T4 graphite and brass fully adjustable battery holder

XRAY has released a new adjustable battery holder that is designed to allow movement of the battery front and rear, as well as left to right for easy and comfortable weight transfer adjustment of the T4 touring car.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 9 a.m. View Comments

New Raw Speed Prototype EB410 body

Raw Speed Inc. has released their new "Prototype" body for the Tekno EB410 buggy, available now in limited quantities.

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 8:27 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Maifield pulled off the double win with wild finish to 4WD [VIDEO]

Ryan Maifield outpaced and outraced the competition on a very difficult ARC International Raceway track to win his second IFMAR World Championship in the same week.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 18, 2017, 2:31 a.m. View Comments

9 tips for winter R/C racing from A Main Hobbies

A Main Hobbies has put together a list of 9 helpful tips as winter approaches to ensure a successful season of racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 8:45 a.m. View Comments

New VRP EB410 aluminum shock towers, front camber link plate, and battery strap

VRP has released their first line of aluminum option parts for the recently released Tekno RC EB410 1/10-scale 4wd buggy, including front and rear towers, front camber link plate, and battery strap.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 9:42 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated 2017 Worlds team shirt

The official Team Associated t-shirt worn by the team at this year's IFMAR World Championship in China is now available for purchase.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

BBT Podcast episode 29 - Ryan Harris and Worlds 2018 catch up

Episode 29 of the BBT Podcast features Ryan Harris from Florida, World's catch-up, and PR Racing driver Martin Owen from the track in China.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

New TLR carbon fiber 8IGHT 4.0 buggy and truggy shock towers

TLR has released new lightweight carbon fiber shock towers for the 8IGHT-T 4.0, 8IGHT 4.0, and 8IGHT-E 4.0 platforms.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Reigning champ Coelho set track record in third round [VIDEO]

XRAY’s Bruno Coelho drove his Hobbywing-powered XB4 buggy to the first 13-lap run of 4WD qualifying and topped the time charts for the third round. He leads a three-way tie for lowest points total with two of each driver’s three rounds counting.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 17, 2017, 1:16 a.m. View Comments

Cody King to Serpent? [UPDATED]

While the electric off-road world competes at the IFMAR Worlds in China, a rumor has surfaced that former nitro off-road world champion Cody King has signed with Serpent.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 17, 2017, 1:42 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Ronnefalk fastest in fourth round, Tessmann with overnight points lead [VIDEO]

HB Racing star and former 4WD podium finisher David Ronnefalk set the best time in round four of 4WD qualifying, but it's ROAR national champ and XRAY driver Ty Tessmann who has the points lead with one round remaining.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 17, 2017, 2:54 a.m. View Comments

Entries are now open for the 2018 ROAR Fuel 1/8 Off-Road Nationals Warm-Up race

Southside Raceway in Lake City, Florida will host the 2018 ROAR Fuel 1/8 Off-Road Nationals Warm-Up race on March 23-23, 2018. Pre-entry for the event is now available online.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 8:30 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Tessmann topped round two of 4WD qualifying [VIDEO]

After his competitors made late-race mistakes, Team Orion-powered XRAY driver Ty Tessmann emerged from the second round of 4WD qualifying with the top time.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2017, 11:35 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Rivkin fastest in first round of 4WD qualifying [VIDEO]

Former 2WD world champion Spencer Rivkin drove his Reedy-powered Team Associated buggy to the top of the charts in round one of 4WD.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2017, 10:07 p.m. View Comments

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