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New ECX Barrage 1.9-class RTR rock crawler

ECX has introduced the new Barrage, a RTR crawler that fits the 1.9-inch category and comes everything you need to hit the trail - including LED lights and waterproof electronics!

Aaron Waldron Sept. 27, 2016, 1:26 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Fin reamer

JConcepts has introduced a new Lexan reamer that's anodized and machined to add style to your tool box and pit area.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 3:25 p.m. View Comments

Hot Race Tyres to introduce new Etere 1/8-scale buggy wheel

Italian brand Hot Race Tyres published the first image of its upcoming Etere 1/8-scale buggy wheel, promising a lightweight with optimal flex characteristics.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 1:58 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC o-ring grease

Arrowmax has introduced a bright yellow o-ring grease that helps prevent leaks while ensuring smooth damping action.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 8:06 a.m. View Comments

Yokomo released ISTC World Championship-winning BD8 2017 Black Series touring car

Read all about Yokomo's new BD8 2017 Black Series touring car that Ronald Volker drove to the World Championship in China - as well as the story behind its development and a detailed timeline of its predecessors.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 8:27 a.m. View Comments

Advantage Racing Products celebrate new website launch with 25% off sale

Advantage Racing Products has launched a new home on the World Wide Web - and they're offering a special coupon code to entice you to check it out.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Leadfinger Racing Assassin body for 8IGHT 4.0

Leadfinger Racing has introduced the latest Assassin body in its lineup, this time to fit the 8IGHT 4.0 nitro buggy.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 10:24 a.m. View Comments

Novotny clinched Czech 2WD and 4WD titles after final round sweep

XRAY's Kaja Novotny won the 2WD and 4WD classes in Velke Opatovice at the last round of the Czech electric off-road nationals, and secured both overall championships as well.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 12:55 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing releases for September [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing has introduced its new white Brawler wheels, double sided tape, early 50s Chevy Panel Truck body, new single and dual-stage rock crawler foam inserts, 2.2-inch Transistor 4WD front tires, gray FlexFit hats, mounted MX38 Badlands monst

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 12:07 p.m. View Comments

New 110% Racing MagNuts Slim [VIDEO]

Ty Tessmann's 110% Racing brand has introduced a thinner, lighter version of its magnetic wheel nuts.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 11:46 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP carbon fiber electronics mounting plate for B6

Revolution Design Racing Products has introduced a carbon fiber electronics mounting plate that bolts to the chassis of the B6, making it easy to remove the speed control and receiver for cleaning.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 10:32 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Which country's drivers have the best chance of winning the Worlds?

Over 40 different nations have drivers signed up to compete at the IFMAR Worlds next week in Las Vegas. Where do you think the winner will come from?

Aaron Waldron Sept. 26, 2016, 1:44 p.m. View Comments

AKA's new Super Soft Long Wear compound now available

French AKA Europe distributor Racing Experience announced the brand's new Super Soft Long Wear compound, which lasts up to three times longer for more consistent performance throughout a one-hour main event.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 11:13 a.m. View Comments

Tekno RC's new universal drive shafts and high-roll center rear hubs

Tekno RC has introduced new high-roll center rear hubs and universal driveshafts to fit the brand's range of nitro- and electric-powered 1/8-scale buggies and trucks.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 10:31 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax 4500mAh 3S LiPo pack

Arrowmax has introduced a 3S LiPo pack with 4500mAh of capacity that's just 25.1mm tall - the same size as a typical 2S battery.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

New KO Propo EX-RR pro-level 2.4 GHz radio system

KO Propo has introduced their new high-end transmitter and receiver combo, the EX-RR radio and KR-415FHD receiver, designed with an emphasis on improved feel, enhanced technology, and incredible attention to detail.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP carbon fiber battery strap for B6 platform

Revolution Design Racing Products has fashioned a carbon fiber battery plate for the B6 and B6D with a honeycomb pattern for extra rigidity and aluminum battery stops to fine-tune weight distribution.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 10:21 a.m. View Comments

Teaser for upcoming Schumacher Eclipse project vehicle

Schumacher published a teaser image for an upcoming project called the Eclipse - what do you think it might be?

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 10:10 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: LiveRC's 2008 IFMAR Worlds DVD, Disc One

Eight years ago, LiveRC broadcast its first IFMAR World Championships live online - and then produced a DVD from the footage. Now, for the first time, that DVD is available on YouTube! As we lead up to the 2016 IFMAR World Championships, here's Disc

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 4:07 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Finnisher wing buttons for B6 platform

JConcepts has introduced blue- and black-anodized Finnisher aluminum wing buttons to fit the B6 and B6D.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 2:26 p.m. View Comments

New Hitec X4 AC Pro charger

Hitec has introduced a new high-performance, microprocessor-controlled, Bluetooth-equipped battery care system that runs on either AC or DC power and can charge up to 4 batteries at once.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

New IRD aluminum shock mounts for Tekno RC vehicles

Raceday Hobbies brand Iowa Research & Development has introduced lightweight aluminum shock mounts to fit Tekno RC range of trucks and buggies.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 23, 2016, 12:29 p.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing aluminum steering rack for B6 platform

Schelle Racing has introduced a machined aluminum steering rack for the B6 and B6D removes slop and adds durability - as well as a touch of black- or blue-anodized style.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 7:35 a.m. View Comments

Serpent's new Project 4X 1/10-scale 4WD touring car [GALLERY]

The Serpent Project 4X touring car that Viktor Wilck drove to a podium finish at the ISTC World Championships in China is now available.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 8:10 a.m. View Comments

Whittle signed with Team Losi Racing/Horizon Hobby UK team

Horizon Hobby UK has announced that British racer and oOple Off-Road Open Series coordinator Damian Whittle will drive Team Losi Racing vehicles this winter season and beyond.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 11:25 a.m. View Comments

Indy RC World's mobile hobby shop made its maiden voyage to Southern Nats

Indy RC World of Garland, TX brought the shop to the track at the Southern Nationals - ensuring anyone short on spare parts didn't have to cut their weekend short.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 1:31 p.m. View Comments

New Reedy Zappers shorty LiPo packs

Reedy has revived the Zappers name for two new shorty LiPo batteries, including one high-voltage pack that can be safely charged to 8.7 volts!

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 11:09 a.m. View Comments

New PSM quick change pivot ball shims for RC8B3

PSM's new quick-change pivot ball shims for the RC8B3 make it possible to change camber in just seconds.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

Tessmann took both Pro-class nitro victories at Southern Nationals [VIDEO]

Defending world champion Ty Tessmann drove his HB Racing buggy and truck to big wins at the Southern Nationals in Louisiana.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 10:07 a.m. View Comments

New Axial Racing SMT10 MAX-D RTR straight axle monster truck [VIDEO]

Axial Racing has introduced a new version of the SMT10 topped with Monster Jam favorite MAX-D signature style.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 12:40 p.m. View Comments

XRAY's new X12 '17

XRAY has formally introduced the 2017-spec X12 1/12-scale pan car.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 22, 2016, 7:27 a.m. View Comments

Rettke signed with VBC Racing

VBC Racing welcomed German stock-class front-runner Jan Rettke to their team of drivers.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 1:59 p.m. View Comments

How to make David Ronnefalk's custom jumper switch

Rather than rely on a standard switch, David Ronnefalk plugs in a small jumper with 4mm bullet plugs to power up his HB Racing D815 V2. Follow the European Champion's step-by-step process to hook up a similar setup to your nitro buggy.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 12:27 p.m. View Comments

Optional Team Associated Factory Team brass D mount for B6

Team Associated has introduced a new D-mount for the B6 platform that is made of brass, which adds 12 grams of weight to the rear of the car for more grip.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 3:46 p.m. View Comments

Meet Hobbywing North America team manager Ron Schuur [VIDEO]

Watch as Ron Schuur, the president of SchuurSpeed and North American team manager for Hobbywing, described his entry into the world of RC racing and what he enjoys most.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 2:13 p.m. View Comments

New Trinity Equalizer Equation sealed spec motor and LiPo combo

Trinity hopes its new Equalizer Equation spec racing combos, which include a LiPo pack and sealed motor, can save racing by providing a low-cost, entry-level class on an even playing field.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

Rody Roem and O.S. Speed produced new VS Racing 2101B off-road buggy engine

World champion engine designer Rody Roem has introduced an off-road engine to his VS Racing brand, a mill based on the O.S. Speed XZ-B but fitted with VS-spec combustion chamber, carburetor, "bi-turbo" crankshaft and a lightweight cooling head.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 1:33 p.m. View Comments

New Sidewinder Fuels on- and off-road racing blends

Sidewinder Fuels has introduced new formulas specifically tailored to the needs of both on-road and off-road racers.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax black-golden honeycomb touring car stand

Arrowmax has introduced a black-golden honeycomb stand for touring cars and other on-road chassis like the one used at the 2016 ISTC World Championships - only without the special edition logos.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 9:36 a.m. View Comments

Dana clinched Northwest Championship Tour title

Triton RC engines powered Mike Dana to the overall victory in the Nitro Buggy after the six-race Northwest Championship Tour wrapped up at the Columbia Cup in Pasco, WA last weekend.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 21, 2016, 10:02 a.m. View Comments

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