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New officially licensed 2017 Ford Raptor replica Traxxas Slash [VIDEO]

The industry-favorite Traxxas Slash is now available with an equally-iconic Ford Raptor body in this officially licensed 2017 replica.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing B6 aluminum rear camber mount, titanium quick change shock mounts and HD puck bones

Exotek Racing has introduced new option parts for the B6 buggy platform, including an aluminum rear camber mount anodized in your choice of blue or black, as well as quick-change shock mounts and HD drive shafts made of titanium.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

Hobby Action to host inaugural Desert Classic next spring

Hobby Action in Chandler, Arizona has announced its plans for an indoor electric off-road race in March 2017.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 12:23 p.m. View Comments

Shepherd's new optional shorter axles for Velox V10 CVD's

After successfully releasing a -1mm shorter axle for the Velox V10 when fitted with dogbones, Shepherd Micro Racing has introduced a similar option for the standard CVD's that allow for different wheel offsets or longer arm lengths.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

HB Racing teased new 1/8-scale buggy - but what kind?

A new teaser image from HB Racing alludes to a new 1/8-scale buggy...but we're not sure what kind of powerplant it uses.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 9:43 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts carbon fiber shock towers and steering arms for B6

JConcepts has introduced new front and rear shock towers and steering arms for the B6 buggy made of carbon fiber.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 12:43 p.m. View Comments

King claimed JBRL title

Kyosho's Cody King won the Expert Nitro Buggy category after eight rounds of the Jimmy Babcock Racing League.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 1:03 p.m. View Comments

Picco's new V1 and R1 DLC CER off- and on-road racing engines

Picco has introduced a pair of high-end .21 engines developed by their national and world championship-winning racing team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 11:27 a.m. View Comments

Mannequin Challenge tour through Horizon Hobby headquarters [VIDEO]

A remarkably well-done video following the "mannequin challenge" viral Internet trend shows off the offices, service department and warehouse at Horizon Hobby.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 3:57 p.m. View Comments

New AVID carbon fiber battery strap for B6

AVID has introduced a carbon fiber battery strap for the B6 platform that's designed for easy plug access and utilizes the stock adjustable blocks.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 2:23 p.m. View Comments

Orlowski swept opening round of XRAY Racing Series Poland

Schumacher's Michal Orlowski won both the 2WD and 4WD classes at the first race of the XRAY Racing Series Poland.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 10:39 a.m. View Comments

Kyosho's new Jared Tebo and Kohta Akimoto edition Mini-Z Sports buggies

Kyosho revamped its Mini-Z as a low-cost entry level vehicle and it's now available with the paint jobs of two of the team's star drivers - Jared Tebo and Kohta Akimoto.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

New Flexytub customizable shock protectors

New Spanish company Flexytub offers its shock protectors in 14 different colors and with your choice of brand logo.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

RC community working together to raise money for RC track owner's family in need

Baylee, the three-year-old daughter of Little Dixie Speedway owner Austin Alford and his wife Amber, lost her right forearm in an accident - and several racers and manufacturers are helping raise cash to help pay for her treatment.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 2:49 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Fin aluminum spring cups for B6

JConcepts has introduced new machined-aluminum spring cups for the B6, anodized in your choice of blue or black.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 1:14 p.m. View Comments

Double victory for Drake at JBRL Series finale

Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake won both the Pro Truck and Pro Buggy classes at the Pro-Line Racing test track to sweep the last round of the JBRL series.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 8:30 a.m. View Comments

Embling earned TQ and win at Irish Astro Cup

REDS Racing driver Jack Embling was fastest in qualifying and won the final at the Irish Astro Cup, with teammate Rhys Herd finishing third.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 7:39 a.m. View Comments

Harper won second round of Essex Winter Series

Schumacher's Elliott Harper won his second Essex Winter Series round in as many chances as he looks to retain the title he won last season.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 9:16 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake show how to curl servo wires [VIDEO]

In his latest how-to video, Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake shows how he curls the leads on his Hitec servos to keep them tidy.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

Sugiura and Matsukura crowned Japanese 2WD and 4WD national champions

Kyosho teammates Yusuke Sugiura and Naoto Matsukura swept the JMRCA Japanese Electric Off-Road Nationals at Yatabe Arena last weekend.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 8:41 a.m. View Comments

SWORKz Fox 4x4 mini-cage buggy coming soon

SWORKz published a teaser for what is expected to be the company's first entry-level buggy, due in time for the holidays.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP titanium front axle set for B6

Revolution Design Racing Products has designed a pair of optional titanium front axles for the B6 that include a set of washers to adjust the track width.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 1:39 p.m. View Comments

Maker, Nardis and Rabot won Australian touring car national titles

Awesomatix teammates Ryan Maker, Tom de Nardis and Wayne Rabot won the 2016 AARCMCC Australian National Titles Modified, Super Stock 13.5 and Stock 21.5 titles at Templestowe Flat Track Racers.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 7:53 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Alex Zanchettin

Learn more about Italian Team Losi Racing off-road star Alex Zanchettin - including how he got introduced to the hobby, the races he's most proud of, and what's next in his future - in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 2:15 p.m. View Comments

AVID's new hard-anodized chassis for A800 touring car

AVID has introduced a hard-anodized aluminum optional chassis for the A800 touring car that widens the inner suspension pivot mounts for more stable handling in high-grip conditions.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

Watch Pro-Line's new True Scale Toyota Tundra TRD Pro body in action [VIDEO]

A short course truck fitted with the new, ultra-realistic Tundra TRD Pro body blasts around in this new Pro-Line Racing promo video.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 1:23 p.m. View Comments

New Tekin RX4 HardBox crawler and rock-racer speed control

Tekin has introduced a new ESC aimed squarely at extreme scale crawling and rock-racing rigs, with a waterproof case and big power-handling capabilities.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, noon View Comments

PROTOform's new 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 body for Vintage Trans-Am class

VTA racers have a new old-school body option from PROTOform - this stunning 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 11:16 a.m. View Comments

Awesome viewer video mash-up from Keep It RC [VIDEO]

Hobbico's Keep It RC channel has been asking viewers to send in their clips of RC action by land, sea and air - and now they've published their first compilation. Did your shot make the cut?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 1:12 p.m. View Comments

Hanna crowned Master of Dirt

Serpent's Griffin Hanna was the overall winner at the REDS Racing-sponsored Beach RC event that combined the results of 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck - in which Hanna drove a prototype Spyder-based truck.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

Collinson and Helliwell won third round of Schumacher Indoor Masters

The Worksop Radio Car Club hosted the third round of the Schumacher Masters at the North Notts Community Arena, where Team C's Craig Collinson and XRAY driver James Helliwell won the 2WD and 4WD finals.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 10:20 a.m. View Comments

VP Racing Fuels launched new website

VP Racing Fuels, which produces race-winning VP PowerMaster RC fuels, has published a totally fresh look on the web.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri cruised to clean sweep of Team Associated Off-Road Championships

Ryan Cavalieri used AKA tires to earn TQ in three of four Modified classes at the Trackside Raceway and then won all four main events to dominate the Team Associated Off-Road Championships.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 3:04 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Come Drive With Us episode from Axialfest [VIDEO]

The latest mini-documentary in the Pro-Line Racing Come Drive With Us series shows off the biggest surface RC event on earth - Axialfest.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 12:29 p.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming MOTIV RC Incite Pro 160 ESC

MOTIV RC team driver Alejandro Vegas shared photos of an upcoming race-ready speed control currently in the final testing stages.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Swagger 4WD front tires

JConcepts has introduced a new 4WD front tire featuring the Swagger high-grip tread pattern in Pink compound.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 1:45 p.m. View Comments

New Flash Point RC shock and diff fluids

Flash Point RC has introduced a full lineup of silicone fluids in popular weights for shocks and differentials.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 12:16 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How much do you spend on RC every month?

Don't worry - we're not going to tell your significant others or parents. On average (including entry fees, parts, and new stuff), how much do you spend on RC every month?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 2:25 p.m. View Comments

Hobbywing's new QuicRun WP 1080 rock crawler ESC

Hobbywing has introduced a new flagship rock crawling speed control that can handle more power, pump out 7.4-volts to your steering servo, and has many more features than its predecessor.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 1:10 p.m. View Comments

Team Tekin is looking for drivers for the 2017 season

If you meet the requirements to join Team Tekin's roster of drivers, they want to hear from you!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 1:41 p.m. View Comments

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