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New XRAY XB4 aluminum chassis

XRAY has released a new 2.5mm aluminum chassis for the XB4 series buggies, designed to be extra stiff for increased stability and corner speeds on high-traction surfaces.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO pre-mounted 1/10-scale monster truck tires

VP-PRO has released new pre-mounted 1/10-scale monster truck tires with a street inspired tread design.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Do you collect RC memorabilia?

Whether it's your trophies and plaques, some of your old gear, or a pile of bodies and wheels from some of the top pros — do you consider yourself an RC collector?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 7:22 a.m. View Comments

King won at Revelation Raceway Gifts for Kids race

As the dust settled, the Expert Nitro Buggy class at the Revelation Raceway Gifts for Kids Christmas Race saw Cody King take the overall win with Tyler Brown in second, and Ronda Drake taking third.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

New photos and details of the Mugen Seiki MBX8 revealed

Mugen Seiki Racing has released a plethora of photos today which showcase more of the new MBX8 1/8-scale nitro buggy kit.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jerry Dean II

This past weekend, the Texas-based RC Pro Series wrapped up at the Wade Indoor Arena in Terrell, Texas, and long-time racer Jerry Dean II - who returned to the hobby this year after taking a prolonged break - scored the biggest win of his career and

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 3:18 p.m. View Comments

NEMO Racing report from the Advent Cup and Westmill Winter Series

NEMO Racing has shared a report from the recent Westmill Winter Series race in the UK, as well as the Advent Cup in Germany.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

New TC7.1 Factory Team suspension arm shims and steel inner hinge pin balls

Team Associated has released two new tuning options for the TC7 touring car platform, set to be available in January, 2018.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity IF14 Passive Rear Steering set

Infinity has released a new Passive Rear Steering (PRS) set for their electric touring car, which is designed to adjust toe angle of the rear tires in accordance with the stroke position of the rear suspension - aimed to result in great corner speeds

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 8:55 a.m. View Comments

New RL Power Supply 3D printed iCharger 308, 406, 4010 charger stand

RL Power has released a new charger stand to fit the iCharger 308, 406, and 4010 models which is designed to hold the charger above your RL Power Supply to save space in your pit area.

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

Worlds memorabilia awarded to top Australian Juniors

Junior racers at last weekend’s fourth round of the 2017 Traction RC Keilor Cup at KEORCA in Victoria, Australia went home with some very cool mementos donated by the top pros at the IFMAR Worlds, like Spencer Rivkin, Kyle McBride, Jared Tebo, Ty Tes

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 2:02 p.m. View Comments

New VP Pro aluminum setup wheels for off-road buggies

VP Pro now offers a set of four aluminum setup wheels that can be used to set the suspension alignment of popular 1/8-scale off-road buggies.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:28 a.m. View Comments

New PowerHD R6 servo for 1/12-scale pan cars

PowerHD introduced a new servo for 1/12-scale pan cars called the R6, built to accept a wide range of input voltage and weighing just 28.5 grams.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:37 a.m. View Comments

Dean dominated Archway Classic

Team Associated driver Brad Dean won the Modified 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck classes to highlight the third annual Archway Classic at SMAC.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Race 'Em RC to host Tekno RC Indoor Off-Road Championships in January

Tekno RC is the new title sponsor for the Indoor Off-Road Championships, hosted by Race 'Em RC in Rockford, IL and scheduled for next month.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:06 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: If it works, why fix it?

After a "rookie mistake" setting up his car, Mike has shared a valuable lesson that he has learned with the help of his wife Britani - who is also an avid R/C racer, and more importantly less of an over thinker than he is.

Mike Garrison Dec. 15, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber Serpent SDX V2 shock towers

Serpent introduced optional carbon fiber shock towers for the Spyder SDX4 buggy that are stronger and have optimized shock and camber link locations.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY GTXE electric GT-class car kit

XRAY released an electric version of its GTX car for the GT-class, packed with race-winning features and awaiting your choice of running gear.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

RawSpeed's Jason Snyder featured on Big Blue Tent podcast

The Big Blue Tent podcast crew talked to RawSpeed Inc owner and YouTube commentator Jason Snyder in their latest episode.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:16 a.m. View Comments

Team Orion signed Maifield to contract extension

Reigning 2WD and 4WD world champion Ryan Maifield has agreed to stick with Team Orion power.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:41 a.m. View Comments

New ARC hooded sweatshirt

ARC drivers can keep warm this winter with a bright-blue hooded sweatshirt available in three sizes.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:02 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing lightweight aluminum B64 front driveshafts and universal 12mm 3+1 shock pistons

Schelle Racing introduced new lightweight front driveshafts for the B64, as well as the popular 1.4+1.0mm Flat shock piston for TLR, Kyosho and Yokomo dampers.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Rivkin at Top Gun Shootout

Spencer Rivkin won the 2WD and 4WD Modified classes at the Top Gun Shootout hosted by SDRC Raceway as Team Associated drivers captured five overall victories.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 11:12 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Schelle Racing Tekno EB410 carbon battery strap

Mike has replaced the stock plastic battery strap of the Tekno EB410 with the new Schelle Racing carbon fiber strap for this week's Thursday Testimonials product review.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 8:33 a.m. View Comments

Watch the new Axial SCX10 II Trail Honcho complete the Redonda Ridge Trail [VIDEO]

Axial Racing has released the new SCX10 II Trail Honcho, and to prove itself it was driven 10.5 hours across the Redonda Ridge OHV Trail.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Maifield cleaned up in 2013 JConcepts Indoor National Series

As a member of Team Associated, Ryan Maifield won all four Modified-class titles in the 2013 JConcepts Inc Indoor National Series — which wrapped up on this day four years ago. And check out who made the 2WD Stock podium!

Aaron Waldron Dec. 14, 2017, 4:06 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek EB410 machined spur gear with alloy mounting plate and spec class center spool set

Exotek has released two new center differential options for the Tekno RC EB410; a machined 81T spur gear and alloy mounting plate, and 75T center spool set for 17.5 and 13.5 spec class racing.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 22T 4.0 setup from JR Mitch at the Horizon Midwest Classic

In the newest TLR Blog Update, JR Mitch has shared his newest setup for the 22T 4.0 stadium truck from the recent Horizon Hobby Midwest Classic.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 9:52 a.m. View Comments

Watch episode one of "RC Legends" with Adam and Ronda Drake [VIDEO]

Cory Drachenberg of 5150 Productions has debuted a new mini-series titled "RC Legends", and episode one has shared an inside tour of Adam and Ronda Drake's Southern California home.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

Galley has returned to Schumacher

After a year away from the team, BRCA National finalist Eugene Galley has returned to Schumacher Racing for 2018.

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2017, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

Neidhart SA named exclusive worldwide distributor of new Ming-Yang Helios Flux and Accel electric and nitro RTR buggies

Neidhart SA announced it will be the sole source of the new Ming-Yang Helios Flux and Accel RTR 1/8-scale off-road buggies.

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

Dai, PP and Min won Arrowmax Asia Race Cup round two in Shanghai

The second round of the Arrowmax RC Asia Race Cup was held at Shanghai SYE Raceway, where Jerry Dai, PP and Qian Min won the Modified Touring, 13.5 Stock Touring and 21.5 Formula classes.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New 175RC titanium front axles for RC10F6

These optional RC10F6 front axles from 175RC reduce unsprung weight for better handling.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk's air filter and throttle EPA tips [VIDEO]

Follow along with world champion David Ronnefalk as he talks about preparing air filters and setting throttle end points.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

New Maclan Racing Race Formula Graphene LiPo battery packs

Maclan Racing added a range of high-voltage LiPo packs with Graphene chemistry to its product lineup for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 7:23 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy S-Plus spec-class brushless motors

Reedy released a new range of brushless motors aimed specifically at spec-class racing, with a thin-leg stator that reduces both resistance and weight.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 7:36 a.m. View Comments

Albanese split from AlexModellismo

Less than a month after announcing a contract extension, Italian off-road racer Luca Albanese said he's departed from the AlexModellismo team.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

New Yokomo YD-2SX drift car kit, BL-PRO4 Drift Spec ESC and Zero2 motor

Yokomo's new YD-2SX drift car is equipped with a motor mount that can be moved into seven different positions to fine-tune its balance, and the BL-PRO4 speed control and Zero2 motor are built to provide the power and control for drifting.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 8:02 a.m. View Comments

MIP MXT-1 servo tape now available in 3-packs

MIP's awesome MXT-1 double-sided tape is now available in packs of 3 pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

Double victory for Evans, 2WD win for Cavalieri highlighted JConcepts Indoor National Series finale [VIDEO]

Reedy-powered Dustin Evans won the 4WD and Stadium Truck main events while Team Associated teammate Ryan Cavalieri topped the 2WD class at Speed RC for the last round of the JConcepts Indoor National Series.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 12:38 p.m. View Comments

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