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Tessmann signed with ProTek RC

Reigning ROAR national champ Ty Tessmann will use the A Main Hobbies ProTek RC line of batteries, chargers and accessories in 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:01 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax Dash A10 series SS601 super speed low-profile servo

Arrowmax has added the first A10-series servo to its Dash lineup, with a brushless motor capable of a 0.056-seccond transit time.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 7:07 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy Zappers SG competition HV LiPo packs

Reedy added a new range of silicone-graphene, high-voltage LiPo batteries to its Zappers lineup.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 7:40 a.m. View Comments

New lightweight optional body and wing for Tekno RC EB410

Tekno RC's new lightweight body and wing for the EB410 are made of thinner material, sacrificing some durability for less mass and a lower center of gravity.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:26 a.m. View Comments

New Tamiya F104 Pro II with 2017-style body

Tamiya's newest formula racing kit, the F104 Pro II, includes new parts as well as a modern F1 shell.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

Folding aluminum T-Works shock stand

This new aluminum shock stand from T-Works comes with plugs to hold shocks of different sizes, and collapses for easy storage.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 11:43 a.m. View Comments

New Axon dish wheels for electric touring cars

Axon introduced a lightweight, rugged dish-style wheel for touring cars fitted with rubber tires.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 12:47 p.m. View Comments

New X-Grip fluid bottle carrying bag

Mikimodel released a new carrying bag under the X-Grip brand that is sized appropriately to carry a dozen bottles of shock and diff oils.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 11 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield to run ProTek RC servos and batteries

On the heels of the world champ's switch in electronics, we've learned that Ryan Maifield will now run the batteries and servos of A Main Hobbies house brand ProTek RC.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New SOAR Seiki emulsion-style shock caps

SOAR Seiki introduced an optional shock cap with a bleeder screw that is intended to be used without a bladder.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico closed warehouse in Reno

RC industry retail and wholesale giant Hobbico — whose website bills the company as the largest model hobby company in the world — closed one of its U.S. warehouses this week.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 4:05 p.m. View Comments

New Mon-Tech La Leggera lightweight touring car body lineup

Italian body manufacturer Mon-Tech Racing has introduced new lightweight versions of its Racer, IS200 and Nazda2 shells for electric touring cars.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

Ali, Lao and Liu won third round of Arrowmax Asia Race Cup in Guangzhou

At the third round of the Arrowmax Asia Race Cup in GuangZhou, Lee Ali, Alfred Lao and Liu Jia Rong that won the Stock Touring, Modified Touring and Formula classes.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

New Bezerk RC slipper eliminator for YZ-4 SF

Bezerk RC introduced a set of carbon fiber parts that eliminate the slipper assembly from the drivetrain of the YZ-4 SF buggy and allow either 48- or 64-pitch spur gears to be bolted in place.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:20 p.m. View Comments

Watch Traxxas Dirt Domination with the X-Maxx [VIDEO]

The latest video production from Traxxas is a dirt-slinging freestyle frenzy featuring the X-Maxx.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing professional electric power driver [VIDEO]

Muchmore Racing has introduced their new 1/4" electric power driver featuring no-slip rubber handle, USB charge port, LED work light, and more.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 10:55 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity heavy-duty assorted team logo shrink wrap

Trinity has released new shrink wrap for charge leads and cable management which include one of each Trinity team logos; Trinity, LiPo Factory, Revtech, Monster, and White Carbon.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 12:17 p.m. View Comments

Tessmann signed with Hobbywing

Reigning 2WD, 4WD and stadium truck national champion Ty Tessmann announced on Facebook that he has signed with Hobbywing.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 2:44 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The top twenty stories of 2017

On the track and off, 2017 was a wild year for the RC racing industry. Here’s a look back at the 20 biggest stories of the last twelve months.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 6:22 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Gravity RC Tire Break-In Bit [VIDEO]

Proper tire prep and "break-in" can be crucial in finding traction with a new set of tires. This week Mike has shared a video review of the Team Gravity RC Tire Break-In Drill Bit, designed to help you scruff, scrub, and break-in new tires quick and

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 10:08 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield switched to Hobbywing

As practice kicked off for the 31st annual CRCRC Winter Midwest Electric Off-Road Championships, reigning 2WD and 4WD World Champion Ryan Maifield's buggies hit the track with Hobbywing electronics and stickers.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 1:21 p.m. View Comments

Rinderknecht and Tebo traded wins at Fastlane Raceway 2018 Countdown

Fifteen-year-old Iowa native Tom Rinderknecht edged former world champ Jared Tebo for the 2WD win at Fastlane Raceway's holiday race last weekend, but Tebo returned the favor in 4WD.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 8:21 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP Ultra vented fiberglass slipper pads

Revolution Design Racing Products has released their new fiberglass slipper pads with an updated design to fit the Team Associated, Yokomo, XRAY, and Kyosho 1/10-scale off-road buggies.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

New VBC Racing FX18 Lightning formula car kit

VBC Racing released a new-for-2018 chassis for the formula class called the FX18 Lightning, which is loaded with new features.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

New MIP Super Ball Diff for Hotshot and Bigwig [VIDEO]

MIP's new Super Ball Diff for the popular Hotshot and Bigwig kits increases driving performance and is totally rebuildable.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

46RC Raceway Hangover race results

46RC Raceway kicked off the 2018 season with a special one-day event that hosted nearly 100 racers across typical 1/10-scale electric categories, with a special two-man 4x4 short course race as the pre-main event intermission.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

Jonathan and Carson Yeung won XMG Energy Cup

Jonathan Yeung won the nitro buggy final at the XMG Energy Cup in Dongguan, China, while his father Carson won the truck class.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

Ballinger switched to Team Losi Racing and Team Orion

Zeke Ballinger split from AE/Reedy and joined the Team Losi Racing camp with Team Orion power for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Stevens signed with Team Associated

Following two years with TLR, Caleb Stevens made the switch to Team Associated and Reedy for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

New REDS Racing WRX Corsa Lunga off-road engine [VIDEO]

REDS Racing introduced its new torque-monster long-stroke off-road engine called the WRX Corsa Lunga.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:06 a.m. View Comments

New RPM front upper and lower A-arms for Baja Rey

RPM's latest option parts are these new front A-arm replacements for the Baja Rey off-roader, which are not only more durable but feature a few tweaks for better performance.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 11:52 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Kyosho Outlaw Rampage go for a quick bash [VIDEO]

Check out how the new Kyosho Outlaw Rampage, with its combination of independent front suspension and solid rear axle, handles dirt bumps and big plastic ramps.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 12:44 p.m. View Comments

Double win for Fales highlighted Region 4 1/8-scale off-road championships

Here's the JConcepts Inc report from the ROAR Region 4 championship race at Southside R/C Raceway in Lake City, Florida, which will hold this year's ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals. Justin Fales stole the show, crossing the finish line first in both nit

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 3:15 p.m. View Comments

Double win for Curry at Eds RC New Years Trophy Race

Eds RC hosted its year-end trophy race last weekend, and Adam Curry won the 4WD Buggy and 4x4 short course main events.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:49 a.m. View Comments

Catchpole, Vincent and Ashton won Schumacher GP finale

MB Models hosted the last Schumacher RC Racing GP of 2017 last weekend, where Adam Catchpole, Ben Vincent and Chris Ashton won the three classes offered.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:02 a.m. View Comments

New Team Powers hybrid aluminum and carbon fiber car stand with integrated setup tools

This new on-road car stand from Team Powers is made of carbon fiber and aluminum, and holds the camber, ride height and droop gauges that are included.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

Baruffolo signed with XRAY

Italian off-road racer Marco Baruffolo announced on his Facebook page yesterday afternoon that he has joined the XRAY team for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 7:36 a.m. View Comments

Last chance to race your way into the Reedy Race of Champions

If you didn't get a spot in the Open class lottery for the Reedy Race of Champions, you have one last shot to qualify your way into the show at OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Christmas Cup 2018 announcement

Organizers of the 2018 RC Christmas Cup in the Ukraine have shared the upcoming event's details, information, and invitation.

Mike Garrison Jan. 2, 2018, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

New Klinik RC custom Titanium anodized products and services

New to the market is the Klinik RC brand, specializing in Titanium products and custom anodizing of aftermarket Titanium option parts.

Mike Garrison Jan. 2, 2018, 11 a.m. View Comments

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