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FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Muddy grudge match ends in steamroll - and lopsided meme war [VIDEO]

This weekend, Barnstormers R/C Race Way will host Dakotah Phend, Cole Ogden, defending champion Adam Drake and some of the fastest nitro off-road racers in the northeast for the Big Apple Novarossi World Nitro Challenge - and you'll be able to watch

Aaron Waldron July 6, 2017, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

White appointed as JQRacing Latin America sales rep

Keenan White has been appointed as the JQRacing sales representative in South and Central America.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

New FireBrand RC license plate decal sheet

FireBrand RC has released their new license plate decal sheet to help towards personalizing your scale projects by adding custom license plates and lettering to your ride.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 10 a.m. View Comments

New West Coast R/C Works BD8 carbon fiber steering brace

West Coast R/C Works has released their new carbon fiber steering brace for the Yokomo BD8; designed to improve steering response and accuracy in medium to high grip conditions.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 9:53 a.m. View Comments

New Graupner GM Genius WLAN compatible ESC's

Graupner has announced their newest line of GM Genius brushless ESC's, which using a separate Graupner WLAN module can be set, changed, and monitored using your mobile phone.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

Callens renewed with HRC and Team Magic

HRC and Team Magic Europe has announced that the French former Euro champion, Remi Callens, has renewed his contract with through the end of 2018 to race and develop further Team Magic touring cars.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

New Flexytub Coverflex car-carrying backpack

Flexytub added customizable waterproof bags designed to strap your buggy to your back to its growing line of protective products.

Aaron Waldron July 6, 2017, 7:43 a.m. View Comments

Drake won DTR series opener

Last weekend, Thunder Alley RC Raceway hosted the first round of the DTR series - and Mugen Seiki Racing driver Adam Drake won the Buggy final from the TQ spot on the grid.

Aaron Waldron July 6, 2017, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

Coelho carrying momentum into Euro Nitro Series round two in Ettlingen

The second round of Euro Nitro Series will take place in Germany this weekend, following a historic first-round sweep by XRAY's Bruno Coelho.

Aaron Waldron July 6, 2017, 7:50 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent Viper 1/8-scale FLOW front bumper

Serpent designer, Michael Salven, has created a new flexible front bumper set for the Viper 1/8-scale with a 3-in-1 design which allows for the bumper to be ran fully open, semi-closed, or fully closed.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

Low roll center vs. high roll center explained by JR Mitch

In the newest TLR Blog Update, JR Mitch explained the differences in LRC and HRC setups and the conditions in which each is recommended.

Mike Garrison July 6, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

Behind the scenes with Traxxas at Camp Woodward [VIDEO]

Traxxas has launched a new YouTube channel known as Traxxas Underground. The first video has been shared, and takes viewers on a behind the scenes look at the recent Traxxas video shoot at Camp Woodward, where one not-so-lucky X-Maxx finds itself stu

Mike Garrison July 5, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Clueless class structure

Sportsman classes might be a novel idea, but the notion that a driver's "sponsorship" should be the defining factor of whether or not he can enter a class intended for a particular skill level is stupid.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 7:25 a.m. View Comments

Optional tuning rotor to tame low-end torque of Reedy Sonic 540-M3 modified motors

Reedy has released a new tuning rotor for its Sonic 540-M3 modified motor lineup that provides smoother acceleration while maintaining mid-range and top-end power.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 9 a.m. View Comments

Orlowski signed with Arrowmax

Polish electric off-road star Michal Orlowski has agreed to use Arrowmax tools and accessories.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

New Tesla GT-spec .21 on-road racing engine

Capricorn RC released details of its newest Tesla engine, which was designed to meet the regulations of the popular GT category.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

New Ultimate Racing range of wires and connectors

Ultimate Racing has put together a complete lineup of wires and plugs to suit electrical components.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ProTek RC Euro LS-5 .21 off-road engine

This week Mike tests the new ProTek RC Euro LS-5 .21 off-road engine. The engine is not a replacement for the ProTek Samurai, but rather a "budget friendly" alternative. Does the lack in price mean a lack in performance? Read this week's Thursday Tes

Mike Garrison July 5, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

Optional front chassis plate for Capricorn P1-235

This new front chassis plate for the Capricorn P1-235 moves the steering servo further forward, changing the vehicle's weight distribution and making it possible to use a full-size LiPo pack.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts ReHab 1/8-scale buggy tire

JConcepts released a new 1/8-scale buggy tire called the ReHab that based on the popular Detox, but with smaller pins for smoother track conditions.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

VRC PRO simulator season two race schedule

VRC PRO has invited you all to participate in Season 2 of 2017, starting on July 8th. As always, the season includes all classes featured on the VRC PRO simulator including off-road and on-road racing on some of the most famous tracks from around the

Mike Garrison July 5, 2017, 11:15 a.m. View Comments

New Team EAM Graphene 6000mAh standard and LCG 2S LiPo packs

Team EAM released two new 2S LiPo batteries built with Graphene chemistry for lower resistance and higher voltage output.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 2:37 p.m. View Comments

Two wins for Monakhov highlighted RCAuto Cup in Ukraine [VIDEO]

RCAuto in Ukraine hosted its annual outdoor trophy race on a brand new layout, where Andrey Monakhov won both 4WD Short Course and E-Buggy. Here's the full report - with replays, a track-walk, and interviews from the pits.

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 2:13 p.m. View Comments

Sorjonen's three wins highlighted Kamloops Summer Classic

Thompson Valley R/C Race Club hosted the Kamloops Summer Classic, round three of the Western Off-road Racing Series, and Rob Sorjonen topped the 2WD Short Course, Modified 4WD Buggy and Expert E-Buggy classes. Here's the full race report from the Toy

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 1:23 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake describe the Nitro Engine Easy Break In System [VIDEO]

Adam Drake has an easy way to break in new nitro engines - check it out!

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 11:39 a.m. View Comments

Mega ramp R/C big air with Traxxas at Woodward [VIDEO]

30 feet tall. 24 foot gap. All R/C. The Traxxas Team traveled to Woodward, PA to conquer their biggest challenge yet - the Mega Ramp 2.0. Watch as the Slash 4X4, E-Revo Brushless, and X-Maxx take on the insane gap and big air.

Mike Garrison July 5, 2017, 11:30 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber saddle pack plates for Serpent Cobra SRX8-E, short front chassis stiffener and narrow carbon fiber bumper plate for Project 4X

Serpent released new option parts for two of its latest vehicles, including carbon fiber battery straps for its Cobra SRX8-E buggy when using saddle packs, and an additional chassis stiffener and narrower body plate mount for the Project 4X touring c

Aaron Waldron July 5, 2017, 11:26 a.m. View Comments