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New Tekno RC shock standoffs and aluminum shock caps

Tekno RC has introduced a new aluminum shock cap that can be built as an emulsion, vented or standard bladder shock, as well as updated standoffs designed to work with the new caps.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 6, 2017, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

Boots signed with Pro-Line Racing through 2018

Pro-Line Racing has locked up back-to-back European Champion Elliott Boots for at least two more years.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 6, 2017, 3:08 p.m. View Comments

AKA Products confirmed signing of Robert Batlle

Former world champion Robert Batlle is the latest international star to join the AKA Products team through AKA Europe.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 8:35 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing Impact Linear FD2 6500mAh 4S LiPo

Muchmore Racing has introduced a new 4S hard-cased LiPo battery for 1/8-scale buggies and trucks with 6500mAh of capacity.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 10:13 a.m. View Comments

King confirmed Kyosho departure

Just 30 days after announcing a two-year contract extension, Cody King has issued a statement regarding the end of 14-year relationship with Kyosho.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 2:10 p.m. View Comments

XRAY signed Mazzeo, released new XT2 graphite arms, RX8 pinion gear tool and 90-tooth 64-pitch offset composite spur gear

XRAY signed European Champion Alessio Mazzeo and released option parts for the XT2 stadium truck, RX8 on-road racer and T4 touring car.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 1:53 p.m. View Comments

Drake announced departure from Novarossi

After eight years with the Italian engine manufacturer - including two national titles and a signature model - Adam Drake has split from Novarossi.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

Traxxas Best of 2016 highlight reel includes teaser for something new [VIDEO]

Traxxas put together a montage of the best clips from their action videos shot last year - and the end shows the first glimpse at what looks to be an upcoming vehicle. What do you think it is?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 12:55 p.m. View Comments

THE SCIENCE OF SETUP: Episode 4 - Overall Suspension Stiffness [VIDEO]

Learn how to adjust roll stiffness - which determines how responsive your vehicle will be - while maintaining weight transfer balance in episode four of The Science of Setup with RC Crew Chief's Bob Wright.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 11:29 a.m. View Comments

Zanchettin signed with Tekno RC [VIDEO]

Italian off-road racer Alex Zanchettin has joined the Tekno RC team - watch him drive his new EB48.4 for a few laps at IBR Padova ahead of his debut race!

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 11:04 a.m. View Comments

New VRP tall aluminum rear shock towers for B6

Vision Racing Products has introduced four new 'tall' rear shock towers for the B6, anodized in either black or blue, and available with stock or optional shock mounting locations.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Jerome Aigoin signed with Aigoin Racing and Modelix to use XRAY, Ultimate, HUDY and Pro-Line

Jerome Aigoin will line up alongside his brother Yannick and the Aigoin Racing team for the 2017 season with XRAY buggies, Modelix Ultimate engines, HUDY tools and Pro-Line Racing tires.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 8:43 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing aluminum laydown rear bulkhead for RB6.6

The new Exotek Racing black-anodized aluminum rear bulkhead for the RB6.6 when fitted with laydown transmission is stronger - and 1.5g lighter - than the stock plastic piece it replaces.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 8:26 a.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing Team Secret Weapon cable protection sleeve

HRC Racing has introduced new cable protection sleeves for power wires and servo leads.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

Remia joined Maxima Fuel

Talented young Italian off-road racer Alessandro Remia has signed with Maxima Mx Europa to use the company's fuel in 2017.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

Maifield signed with Flash Point RC

Ryan Maifield will use Flash Point RC accessories for the 2017 season, though he's sticking with his previous fuel sponsor.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:25 a.m. View Comments

Curry kicked off 2017 with back-to-back wins

Midwest off-road racer Adam Curry won the 2WD buggy class at the Eds RC and Hobby New Years Trophy race, then topped the E-Buggy final at Sparks RC Park's Hangover event the following day.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 11:17 a.m. View Comments

Gord Tessmann appointed XRAY's North America off-road team manager

Ty Tessmann's father and mechanic Gord has been named as the new XRAY off-road team manager for all of North America.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 11:24 a.m. View Comments

Batlle to use Corally electronics

For the 2017 season, Robert Batlle's E-buggies will be powered by Corally motors and speed controls.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

VBC Racing FF17 front wheel drive touring car kit and Speed Passion motor/ESC combo

VBC Racing has totally revamped its front wheel drive touring car platform with a new chassis, top deck, shocks and more - and the car is now available as a kit, or including a Speed Passion ESC and 21.5-turn motor.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 1:57 p.m. View Comments

RC Concept signed Atondo

NorCal off-road racing veteran Phillip Atondo will compete with RC Concept engines this season.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:30 a.m. View Comments

Optional aluminum turnbuckles for Capricorn TE-03

Capricorn has released a set of black-anodized aluminum turnbuckles for the TE-03 touring car.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Watch Tessmann's first testing laps with XRAY XB2 [VIDEO]

Ty Tessmann is in Southern California to break in his new XRAY vehicles - check out this clip of his XB2 at OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 8:06 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake explain 2- and 3-needle carburetors [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talked about the differences between Novarossi's 2- and 3-needle carbs - including how they work and how to tune them.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 10:55 a.m. View Comments

New HUDY 1/8-scale on-road car bag

HUDY has introduced a new hauler bag specifically designed to carry 1/8-scale on-road cars.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:38 a.m. View Comments

Morganti split from Serpent

Multi-time national champion Paolo Morganti has announced his departure from Serpent after nearly two decades.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 2:41 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts B6 aluminum servo mount bracket and Tribute monster truck wheels with width adapters

JConcepts has introduced an optional aluminum servo mount bracket for the B6 platform, as well as a bright yellow set of wheels for the SMT10 and other popular monster trucks that accept tires with a 2.6-inch by 3.6-inch bead, and comes with hex adap

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 3:08 p.m. View Comments

Neumann, Phend and Tebo signed with Team Orion through 2018

Defending European champion Jorn Neumann, defending US national champion Dakotah Phend, and former world champion Jared Tebo have all agreed to continue using Team Orion electronics for two more years.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 2:53 p.m. View Comments

New RDRP aluminum rear chassis brace mount for RC8B3 and T3

Revolution Design Racing Products has released a blue-anodized optional rear chassis brace mount for the AE 3rd generation 1/8-scale buggy and truck platform, which is more durable and offers more consistent flex characteristics than the stock plasti

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:43 a.m. View Comments

Novotny signed with Maxima Mx Europa

Top Czech off-road driver Kaja Novotny has agreed to use Maxima Mx Europa engines and fuel this season.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2017, 7:49 a.m. View Comments

New tuning parts for Capricorn F1-01

Capricorn RC has introduced an optional droop-measuring aluminum shock spring retainer, front roll center shim, and front ride height shims for the F1-01 formula class chassis.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 10:08 a.m. View Comments

Evans confirmed to be driving Reedy-powered Team Associated vehicles

Former ROAR National Champion and Reedy Race Invitational winner Dustin Evans will be racing Reedy-powered Team Associated vehicles this season.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 12:34 p.m. View Comments

Gerard signed with SOAR Racing USA

Midwest off-road racer Dylan Gerard has returned to RC racing after a hiatus and joined the SOAR Racing USA team.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 2:29 p.m. View Comments

Jones jumped back to Team Losi Racing

After spending the 2016 season with Associated, Tyler Jones has returned to the Team Losi Racing roster.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

Tessmann confirmed at XRAY

XRAY has formally announced the signing of IFMAR world champion Ty Tessmann.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 11:10 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri confirmed at JConcepts [VIDEO]

The rumors were true - 4-time world champion and 24-time national champion Ryan Cavalieri has switched to JConcepts.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 10:15 a.m. View Comments

More details of upcoming Team Scorpion Racing Bergonzoni RSV4 nitro buggy

Showgameshop has published new details of the upcoming Team Scorpion Racing Bergonzoni RSV4 - including photos of the chassis and components, as well as an official release date.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 2:15 p.m. View Comments

Inaugural B.R.A.P. Silt Sling at W.C.R.C Rivers Edge in March

Alex Birmingham is launching Birmingham Race Announcing Productions with an outdoor off-road race at WCRC Rivers Edge in Wilkesboro, North Carolina.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 9:03 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts confirmed Ronnefalk signing [VIDEO]

Reigning 1/8-scale off-road world champion David Ronnefalk has been officially announced as a member of the JConcepts team.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 1:45 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake set gear mesh on E-buggy [VIDEO]

In his latest video, Adam Drake demonstrates how to properly set the gear mesh on an E-buggy using his Mugen Seiki Racing MBX7R Eco.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2017, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

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