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New RC Crew Chief update with added features and bug fixes

On Sunday, RC Crew Chief will issue a new version that includes new steering bellcrank, rack, and trailing axle options among the updates.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 20, 2017, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

Kerler signed with Capricorn

German nitro on-road front-runner Tobias Kerler has agreed to race the Capricorn C803.

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

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: What happened to ROAR's Clubman Series concept?

Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of ROAR announcing that it had teamed up with three awesome racing facilities — Hobbytown USA HobbyPlex, Fastlane Raceway, and The Track — to promote a cost-controlled series using handout motors. Here's what t

Aaron Waldron Oct. 19, 2017, 6:58 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY X10 and X12 2.0-2.5 progressive shock spring

XRAY has released a new heavier progressive spring for the X10 and X12 platforms with a spring rate of 2.0-2.5.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 10:41 a.m. View Comments

2017 In The Dirt Series concluded and champions crowned

After 12 rounds of racing from 5 different tracks in 3 different states, the 2017 In The Dirt Series champions have been crowned.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 9:47 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: VRP Clicker rotating magnetic ride height gauge

For this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike measured up the all-new VRP Clicker rotating magnetic ride height gauge. Perhaps one of the most unique designs on the market, but does it work as well as it looks?

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

New Infinity IF14 aluminum bell crank and V2 double jointed CVD set

Infinity has added two new option parts for their IF14 electric touring car which are designed to offer increased steering angles.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 8:53 a.m. View Comments

2017 IOCC event recap - Maifield with a double buggy jackpot

The inaugural IOCC held from October 7-12 at Westgate Resort and Casino is now in the books, read the full event recap here.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 9:26 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 8IGHT 4.0 series carbon fiber shock towers explained

In the newest TLR blog update, JR Mitch gathers insight from TLR's Ryan Dunford to explain the new carbon fiber shock towers for the 8IGHT 4.0 series of vehicles.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 9:09 a.m. View Comments

Williams and Martin won Silverstone Winter Series round one

Round 1 of the Silverstone Winter Series is complete, and it was Schumacher's Greg Williams who would take the top honors in 2wd buggy, and Lee Martin in 4wd buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 9:40 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts 1988 Chevy Silverado Snoop Nose monster truck body [VIDEO]

JConcepts has continued their monster truck madness with the new 1988 Chevy Silverado "Snoop Nose" monster truck body for 13" wheelbase trucks.

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Dominant double win for Maifield at inaugural IOCC

Team Orion-powered Team Yokomo star Ryan Maifield won both the 2WD and 4WD finals from the front of the grid at the first-ever International Off-Road Carpet Championships.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 6:43 p.m. View Comments

Savoya scored double win at French Cup

RC Concept powered Renaud Savoya to the 2WD and 4WD victories at the French Cup held on the Reims track.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 1:41 p.m. View Comments

New MIP Pucks drive system for B6 now available for pre-order

If enough customers show interest in ordering the new 17.5-class-ready Pucks system for the B6, MIP will put it into production - shaving a whopping 50% of rotating weight!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 6:54 p.m. View Comments

New front bumper for Capricorn C803

Capricorn introduced an optional front bumper assembly for the C803 that is stiffer, and gives the racer the option of mounting the body directly to the bumper.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

New ARRMA 6S-powered Typhon 1/8-scale buggy

ARRMA introduced its new Typhon 1/8-scale buggy with a 6S-ready brushless power system.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 6:03 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake describe his new nitro engine break-in method [VIDEO]

Follow along as Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake talks about how he prepares his O.S. Speed Engines to hit the track.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 12:43 p.m. View Comments

Team Magic Europe signed Van de Wal

Sixteen-year-old Dutch touring car frontrunner Jari Van de Wal joined the Team Magic Europe squad.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

New PROTOform MS7 and Type-S 190mm touring car bodies

PROTOform introduced two new lids for the competitive 190mm touring car category, one with reduced downforce for high-grip surfaces and one that's designed to provide maximum control.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 7:23 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: The social network of RC racing

Stick around any group with whom you share a common interest, and you’re likely to forge friendships. For the vast majority of those to ever wheel an RC car, these interactions will likely be the most valuable trophies taken from RC.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 12:42 a.m. View Comments

Williams and Martin won Silverstone Winter Series opener

The first round of the Silverstone Winter Series at Moulton College saw Schumacher RC Racing driver Greg Williams win the 2WD class and Team Yokomo's Lee Martin scored the 4WD victory.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 1:27 p.m. View Comments

New ARRMA Granite and Fazon Voltage Mega SRS ready-to-run trucks

ARRMA's latest Granite and Fazon Voltage Mega SRS ready-to-run trucks utilize an industry-first battery system in which extra Li-Ion cells can be added to increase run-time.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 12:50 p.m. View Comments

New LFR A2 Tactic body for the EB48.4

Leadfinger Racing has continued to expand their A2 Tactic range of bodies with their newest release for the Tekno RC EB48.4 1/8-scale electric buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

Watch the 29th annual NRCTPA World Finals highlights [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing the NR/CTPA World Finals in Montpelier, Ohio.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New HRC Dual Star PRO Charger coming soon

HRC Distribution has shared a teaser of the new Dual Star PRO Charger, set to be released in December, 2017.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO aluminum 1/8-scale wing washers

VP-PRO has released new black aluminum wing washers for mounting 1/8-scale buggy and truck wings.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Watch the Team Associated Off-Road Championships LIVE from Trackside Raceway this weekend [VIDEO]

World champions Spencer Rivkin, Jared Tebo and Ryan Cavalieri are among the stars scheduled to attend the Team Associated Off-Road Championships at Trackside Hobbies and Raceway this weekend, and you'll be able to watch every lap of the racing action

Aaron Waldron Oct. 17, 2017, 3:54 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Strike 3 body for the MBX-7R

JConcepts has released their newest Strike series body with the new Strike 3 for the Mugen Seiki MBX-7R 1/8-scale nitro buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY X1 2018 coming soon

Following yesterday's release of the 2018 edition XB4 1/10-scale 4wd buggy, comes a teaser from XRAY introducing the soon to be released X1 2018 formula racing kit. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

Watch the new JConcepts Slash 4x4 monster truck conversion showcased at Monsters On The Beach [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing a recent R/C Monster Truck trip. Highlighting the JConcepts Monster Truck conversion kit for the Slash 4x4, JConcepts made their way up the East Coast of the United States to attend Monsters On The Beach,

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

Hobbico announced ARRMAgeddon Bash n' Dash 2017 event

Hobbico has announced the ARRMAgeddon Bash n' Dash on October 28th at Falcon Hobby Supply in Springfield, Illinois.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:32 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent 190mm wide front suspension set for the F110 SF3

Serpent has introduced a 190mm wide upgrade set for the front suspension of the ETS-series winning F110 SF3.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

New Powergistix RC engine break-in service

Powergistix RC has emerged on the scene with several new products lately, and have now announced a new engine break-in service using the highly talked about EBIS break-in system.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:02 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity aluminum flex chassis for the IF14

Infinity has released a new 7075 alloy black anodized chassis for the IF14 touring car, designed for the upcoming indoor carpet racing season.

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

New Matrix Racing Tires FlexFit hat

Matrix Racing Tires has released their new FlexFit hat, available in multiple sizes, embroidered with Matrix logo, and features a semi-curved bill.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY X10'18 2mm 7075 T6 aluminum flex chassis

XRAY has released a new aluminum chassis for the X10'18, designed to increase traction, stability, and steering in specific conditions.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

2017 IIC event recap - Volker victorious, Euro Truck racing, FPV touring cars, and more

Read the complete race recap from the 2017 International Indoor Championships held at the Westgate Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

Nault and McNair combined for three wins at Region 9 championships

405 RC Raceway hosted the Region 9 championships this past weekend, where Reedy-powered Team Associated driver Trevor Nault won the Modified 2WD and 4WD buggy classes and teammate Rhett McNair added the 13.5 2WD title.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 6:01 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Alex Miller

The 2017 edition of the JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals a couple of weeks ago was not the first time that Alex Miller found his place on the podium. Miller finished fourth in 2WD and third in 4WD against some tough competition from those in the North

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 7:06 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 2018 4WD off-road buggy kit

XRAY released the new-for-2018 version of the defending world, U.S., European and EOS champion XB4 4WD off-road buggy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:13 p.m. View Comments

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